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Cole Aaron Jacobs

Cole Aaron Jacobs

December 3, 2025

Cole Aaron Jacobs, age 35, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born the son of Lori (Prestegard) and Paul Jacobs on December 21, 1989 in Maplewood. Cole grew up Hastings, graduating from Hastings High School as Valedictorian, class of 2008. He was three year varsity tennis player and member of the knowledge bowl...

Kevin Paul Herkenratt

Kevin Paul Herkenratt

December 1, 2025

Kevin Paul Herkenratt, age 73 of Blaine passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2025.

Kevin was the youngest of four children born on October 9, 1952 in Red Wing, Minnesota to Joseph “Lonce” and Catherine (Majeski) Herkenratt. He grew up in Hastings and attended St. Bonafice Catholic School through 8th grade. Beginning with the 9th grade he attended Hastings Public Schools,...

Linda Louise Tix

Linda Louise Tix

December 1, 2025

Linda L. Tix, age 74 of Hastings, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a hard-fought battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

Linda was born on May 18, 1951, in Hastings, Minnesota to Leo and June (Perry) Siebenaler. One of eight children, she grew up on the family farm south of town where...

Mary Ann Bloomstrand

Mary Ann Bloomstrand

November 23, 2025

Mary Ann Waggoner, Parks, Bloomstrand, Retired RN, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at her home. She was preceded in death by her beloved sons, Eric Bloomstrand, Perry Parks, Dennis Parks; son-in-law, Doug Aune; beloved granddaughter, Sylvie Parks; great-grandson, Liam McNaughton; husband, John Richard Parks; parents, Earl and Bernice Waggoner; brother, Bob Waggoner; niece,...

John E. Schaffer

John E. Schaffer

November 22, 2025

John E. Schaffer, age 93 of New Trier, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2025.

John Edward, the son of John P. and Marie (Weiland) Schaffer, was born at the family farm in New Trier on April 16, 1932. John attended St. Mary's Catholic School and on May 30, 1955, he was united in...

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder

November 21, 2025

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder, age 78 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on Friday evening, November 21, 2025.

Rosemary Frances, the daughter of August "Auggie" and Evelyn (Bohart) Schluessler, was born in Hastings on January 2, 1947. Following her education, Rosie was united in marriage to Harry Snyder on September 25, 1964, and he later preceded her in death on April...

Diana Margaret Langenfeld

Diana Margaret Langenfeld

November 20, 2025

Diana Margaret Langenfeld

September 2, 1938 – November 20, 2025

Age 87

With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Diana Margaret Langenfeld, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, teacher, mentor, and dear friend to so many.

Diana was born on September 2, 1938, and was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard (Bernie) Henry Langenfeld; son, Aaron Langenfeld; her...

Christopher Lee Walczak

Christopher Lee Walczak

November 19, 2025

Christopher Lee "Chris Walczak, agę 54 of Rosemount, passed away November 19, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Born on September 16, 1971 in Edina, Minnesota, Chris lived a life marked by deep passion, unwavering loyalty, and a profound belief in the value of human connection.

Chris grew up in Minnesota and Colorado, attending schools in Minneapolis and Eden Prairie before graduating from...

Janelle Saville-O'Mara

Janelle Saville-O'Mara

November 19, 2025

Janelle Saville-O’Mara, age 68, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday morning, November 19, 2025.

Janelle Lynn, the daughter of Ray and Jeannette (Danielson) Saville, was born into a loving family on September 10, 1957, in central North Dakota. She was raised on the Saville Family Farm near Braddock. The years there instilled her...

Steven "Enzie" Endres Sr.

Steven "Enzie" Endres Sr.

November 17, 2025

Steven “Enzie” Endres Sr., age 70, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at United Hospital in Saint Paul.Born on March 26, 1955, in Hastings, Minnesota, Steve was the son of Cleo and Arnold “Andy” Endres. He grew up in Hastings and proudly graduated from Hastings High School with the Class of 1973. He later earned an associate’s degree in...

James George Kzaley

James George Kzaley

November 16, 2025

James George Kzaley, age 80, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at Apple Valley Village Health Care Center.

Jim was born on December 21, 1944, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Michael and Cecelia (Aside) Kzaley. He graduated from Cretin High School and went on to attend the University of Minnesota, where he...

Sammie Erickson

Sammie Erickson

November 14, 2025

Samantha "Sammie" Erickson, age 29 of Hastings, passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on Friday, November 14, 2025.

Samantha Rae, the daughter of Trina (Coller) Erickson, was born on October 28, 1996, in St. Paul, and attended schooling in Hastings where she graduated with the class of 2015. Sammie loved spending time with her grandpa on the farm in East...

Mitchell Dean Cooper

Mitchell Dean Cooper

November 14, 2025

Mitchell D. Cooper, age 26, of Apple Valley, passed away on November 14, 2025. Born on December 30, 1998, Mitchell grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Eastview - School of Environmental Studies in 2017. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience.

He...

Joshua David Carel

Joshua David Carel

November 14, 2025

Joshua David Carel, age 39 of Hastings, passed away on November 14, 2025, at home with his loving wife and children by his side. Preceded in death by his mother, Rebecca Nordstrom; and brother, Timothy Carel. Survived by his wife, Jennifer; children, Peyton and Beckett; father, Richard; brothers, Scott (Nicole) and Eric; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dale & Sherry Morcomb; nieces,...

Barbara "Barb" Barduson

Barbara "Barb" Barduson

November 12, 2025

Barbara Barduson, almost 100, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully at home on November 12, 2025.

Having been born in Slayton, MN to Walt and Mary Lowe, she was valedictorian of her high school class and was the band director when her teacher was called into WWII. Barb graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Olaf College with a Home Economics Education...

David "Dave" Dreis

David "Dave" Dreis

November 10, 2025

David “Dave” James Dreis, age 66 of Hastings, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at home on Monday evening, November 10, 2025, after fighting an 18 month long battle with cancer.

Dave was a hardworking man with a heart as big as his laugh. For over 30 years, he owned and operated his local fencing company, pouring his pride and...

Susan Marie Beissel

Susan Marie Beissel

November 10, 2025

Susan “Sue” Beissel, age 56, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born the daughter of Luverne Holtzbauer and Robert Illa on November 16, 1968 in Hastings. Sue grew up in Hastings graduating from Hastings High School, class of 1987. She attended South Tech College for LPN licensing. Sue worked on...

Ronald Thomas Erlandson

Ronald Thomas Erlandson

November 8, 2025

Ronald T. Erlandson, age 90, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025.

Ron was a man of creativity, adventure, and heart. A proud United States Air Force veteran, he served honorably while stationed at George Air Force Base in the Mojave Desert. His love for life was evident in everything he did—from his passion for hunting, fishing, and...

Rose Mary Tix

Rose Mary Tix

November 8, 2025

Rose Mary (Memmer) Tix was born on Nov 25, 1936 to Edmund and Gertrude Memmer of St Paul, MN.

Rose was the youngest of 3 children, her older sisters being Eunice and Phyllis. After graduation at Harding High School, Rose worked at Dunn and Bradstreet as a bookkeeper.

Rose met Anthony Tix at the Prom Ballroom in St Paul. They were married...

Ruth Grace Shaff

Ruth Grace Shaff

November 2, 2025

Ruth Grace Shaff, age 87, went to heaven November 2, 2025. She was born in Kenmore, NY August 11, 1938, to Otto and Sophie Walter. The family moved to Inglewood, CA, where Ruth attended Culter Academy, a private Christian school. She made lifelong friends and was an active participant in the round robin letters.

She met Wayne in 1957 and after...

Cole Aaron Jacobs

Cole Aaron Jacobs

December 3, 2025

Cole Aaron Jacobs, age 35, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born the son of Lori (Prestegard) and Paul Jacobs on December 21, 1989 in Maplewood. Cole grew up Hastings, graduating from Hastings High School as Valedictorian, class of 2008. He was three year varsity tennis player and member of the knowledge bowl...

Kevin Paul Herkenratt

Kevin Paul Herkenratt

December 1, 2025

Kevin Paul Herkenratt, age 73 of Blaine passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2025.

Kevin was the youngest of four children born on October 9, 1952 in Red Wing, Minnesota to Joseph “Lonce” and Catherine (Majeski) Herkenratt. He grew up in Hastings and attended St. Bonafice Catholic School through 8th grade. Beginning with the 9th grade he attended Hastings Public Schools,...

Linda Louise Tix

Linda Louise Tix

December 1, 2025

Linda L. Tix, age 74 of Hastings, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a hard-fought battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

Linda was born on May 18, 1951, in Hastings, Minnesota to Leo and June (Perry) Siebenaler. One of eight children, she grew up on the family farm south of town where...

Mary Ann Bloomstrand

Mary Ann Bloomstrand

November 23, 2025

Mary Ann Waggoner, Parks, Bloomstrand, Retired RN, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at her home. She was preceded in death by her beloved sons, Eric Bloomstrand, Perry Parks, Dennis Parks; son-in-law, Doug Aune; beloved granddaughter, Sylvie Parks; great-grandson, Liam McNaughton; husband, John Richard Parks; parents, Earl and Bernice Waggoner; brother, Bob Waggoner; niece,...

John E. Schaffer

John E. Schaffer

November 22, 2025

John E. Schaffer, age 93 of New Trier, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2025.

John Edward, the son of John P. and Marie (Weiland) Schaffer, was born at the family farm in New Trier on April 16, 1932. John attended St. Mary's Catholic School and on May 30, 1955, he was united in...

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder

November 21, 2025

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder, age 78 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on Friday evening, November 21, 2025.

Rosemary Frances, the daughter of August "Auggie" and Evelyn (Bohart) Schluessler, was born in Hastings on January 2, 1947. Following her education, Rosie was united in marriage to Harry Snyder on September 25, 1964, and he later preceded her in death on April...

Diana Margaret Langenfeld

Diana Margaret Langenfeld

November 20, 2025

Diana Margaret Langenfeld

September 2, 1938 – November 20, 2025

Age 87

With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Diana Margaret Langenfeld, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, teacher, mentor, and dear friend to so many.

Diana was born on September 2, 1938, and was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard (Bernie) Henry Langenfeld; son, Aaron Langenfeld; her...

Christopher Lee Walczak

Christopher Lee Walczak

November 19, 2025

Christopher Lee "Chris Walczak, agę 54 of Rosemount, passed away November 19, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Born on September 16, 1971 in Edina, Minnesota, Chris lived a life marked by deep passion, unwavering loyalty, and a profound belief in the value of human connection.

Chris grew up in Minnesota and Colorado, attending schools in Minneapolis and Eden Prairie before graduating from...

Janelle Saville-O'Mara

Janelle Saville-O'Mara

November 19, 2025

Janelle Saville-O’Mara, age 68, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday morning, November 19, 2025.

Janelle Lynn, the daughter of Ray and Jeannette (Danielson) Saville, was born into a loving family on September 10, 1957, in central North Dakota. She was raised on the Saville Family Farm near Braddock. The years there instilled her...

Steven "Enzie" Endres Sr.

Steven "Enzie" Endres Sr.

November 17, 2025

Steven “Enzie” Endres Sr., age 70, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at United Hospital in Saint Paul.Born on March 26, 1955, in Hastings, Minnesota, Steve was the son of Cleo and Arnold “Andy” Endres. He grew up in Hastings and proudly graduated from Hastings High School with the Class of 1973. He later earned an associate’s degree in...

James George Kzaley

James George Kzaley

November 16, 2025

James George Kzaley, age 80, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at Apple Valley Village Health Care Center.

Jim was born on December 21, 1944, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Michael and Cecelia (Aside) Kzaley. He graduated from Cretin High School and went on to attend the University of Minnesota, where he...

Sammie Erickson

Sammie Erickson

November 14, 2025

Samantha "Sammie" Erickson, age 29 of Hastings, passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on Friday, November 14, 2025.

Samantha Rae, the daughter of Trina (Coller) Erickson, was born on October 28, 1996, in St. Paul, and attended schooling in Hastings where she graduated with the class of 2015. Sammie loved spending time with her grandpa on the farm in East...

Mitchell Dean Cooper

Mitchell Dean Cooper

November 14, 2025

Mitchell D. Cooper, age 26, of Apple Valley, passed away on November 14, 2025. Born on December 30, 1998, Mitchell grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Eastview - School of Environmental Studies in 2017. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience.

He...

Joshua David Carel

Joshua David Carel

November 14, 2025

Joshua David Carel, age 39 of Hastings, passed away on November 14, 2025, at home with his loving wife and children by his side. Preceded in death by his mother, Rebecca Nordstrom; and brother, Timothy Carel. Survived by his wife, Jennifer; children, Peyton and Beckett; father, Richard; brothers, Scott (Nicole) and Eric; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dale & Sherry Morcomb; nieces,...

Barbara "Barb" Barduson

Barbara "Barb" Barduson

November 12, 2025

Barbara Barduson, almost 100, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully at home on November 12, 2025.

Having been born in Slayton, MN to Walt and Mary Lowe, she was valedictorian of her high school class and was the band director when her teacher was called into WWII. Barb graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Olaf College with a Home Economics Education...

David "Dave" Dreis

David "Dave" Dreis

November 10, 2025

David “Dave” James Dreis, age 66 of Hastings, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at home on Monday evening, November 10, 2025, after fighting an 18 month long battle with cancer.

Dave was a hardworking man with a heart as big as his laugh. For over 30 years, he owned and operated his local fencing company, pouring his pride and...

Susan Marie Beissel

Susan Marie Beissel

November 10, 2025

Susan “Sue” Beissel, age 56, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born the daughter of Luverne Holtzbauer and Robert Illa on November 16, 1968 in Hastings. Sue grew up in Hastings graduating from Hastings High School, class of 1987. She attended South Tech College for LPN licensing. Sue worked on...

Ronald Thomas Erlandson

Ronald Thomas Erlandson

November 8, 2025

Ronald T. Erlandson, age 90, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025.

Ron was a man of creativity, adventure, and heart. A proud United States Air Force veteran, he served honorably while stationed at George Air Force Base in the Mojave Desert. His love for life was evident in everything he did—from his passion for hunting, fishing, and...

Rose Mary Tix

Rose Mary Tix

November 8, 2025

Rose Mary (Memmer) Tix was born on Nov 25, 1936 to Edmund and Gertrude Memmer of St Paul, MN.

Rose was the youngest of 3 children, her older sisters being Eunice and Phyllis. After graduation at Harding High School, Rose worked at Dunn and Bradstreet as a bookkeeper.

Rose met Anthony Tix at the Prom Ballroom in St Paul. They were married...

Ruth Grace Shaff

Ruth Grace Shaff

November 2, 2025

Ruth Grace Shaff, age 87, went to heaven November 2, 2025. She was born in Kenmore, NY August 11, 1938, to Otto and Sophie Walter. The family moved to Inglewood, CA, where Ruth attended Culter Academy, a private Christian school. She made lifelong friends and was an active participant in the round robin letters.

She met Wayne in 1957 and after...

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