Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Aslaug Solveig Warmboe
October 21, 2025
Aslaug Solveig Warmboe, age 98, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025.
Aslaug was born on June 21, 1927, in Husavik, Iceland, just twelve miles south of the Arctic Circle, to Sigurdur Vigfusson and Jonina Gunnarsdottir. She was the youngest of four children and the only daughter among three older brothers, Gunnar, Vigfus, and Viggo. From an early...
James "Jimmy" Moe
October 21, 2025
James “Jimmy” Moe, age 52 of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on October 21, 2025.
James was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Leon and Jackie Moe. James went on to spend most of his career working in HVAC, with his former job as a boiler operator for Macalister college.
In his free time, he could be found spending time with his wife,...
Irene Saloma Theis
October 21, 2025
Irene S. Theis, age 89, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Albertville, Minnesota, to Marcus and Clara (Becker) Kolles, Irene was raised on the family farm alongside her four siblings, where she learned the values of faith, family, and hard work. From an early age, she developed a love for music. She shared her...
M. Jean Cain
October 21, 2025
Jean Cain passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 21, 2025 at Benedictine Living Community in Hastings, MN.
She was born in Gilbertville, Iowa on January 6, 1933, to parents Elizabeth (Schmitz) and John Etringer. She married her high school sweetheart, Thomas Cain, in 1953, and were blessed with four children, starting their family in Iowa and later moving to...
Marilyn Ramona Hoagland
October 18, 2025
Marilyn (Mitzi) Ramona Hoagland (Kmetz), age 95, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at Valley Ridge Retirement Community. The family would like to express sincere thanks to Accent Hospice and the memory care staff and Valley Ridge throughout her final days.
Marilyn was born in Minneapolis to George and Myrtle Kmetz on April 10, 1930. She graduated...
Laura Dawn Krugen
October 12, 2025
Laura Krugen, age 61, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, in her home.
Laura was born on November 14, 1963, and grew up in the Brainerd Lakes area, where she attended Brainerd High School. She was a beloved mother and grandmother who cherished time spent with her family and friends. Her children and grandchildren will especially miss...
Mary Ann Farrow
October 11, 2025
Mary A. Farrow, was born May 2, 1945 in Minnesota to George and Ruth (nee Becker) Kummer. She passed peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at her home in Sarasota, Florida.
Mary was a dedicated business owner and realtor who had a deep appreciation for nature, the arts, and all things beautiful. Her passionate involvement...
Jerry Lee Flom
October 11, 2025
Jerry Flom — A Life Well Built, Well Laughed, and Well-Lived
Jerry Lee Flom, 71, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Born in Minot, North Dakota, on January 25, 1954, to Kenneth and Ethel (Clark) Flom, Jerry quickly mastered the art of being both practical and persistent — two skills that served him well for the next seven...
Warren Clarence Penrose
October 10, 2025
Warren Clarence Penrose, age 87, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025 at his home.
Born in Parkers Prairie, MN on May 15, 1938, Warren graduated from Lakeville High School in 1956 and attended Moorhead College for two years on a basketball scholarship. Deciding college wasn't for him, he moved to Minneapolis and took a job at Daytons...
James Edward Kemper
October 8, 2025
Jim E. Kemper, age 83 of Apple Valley, passed away on October 8, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward & Lucy; brother, Bob; sister, Kristine; and sister-in-law, Peg. Survived by his wife of 41 years, Judy; sister, Colleen (Bud) Garland; brothers, Bernard (Maggie), Fred, and Ed Jr. (Alfil); sister-in-law, Gloria; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Jim’s...
Donald Francis Olson
October 6, 2025
Donald “Donnie” Francis Olson passed away at home on October 6, 2025 at the age of 74 after a lengthy illness.
He always had a talent for planting and gardening which stemmed from growing up and working in his family’s greenhouse business. Donnie also had a career with the HD Hudson Company which spanned over 40 years.
Throughout Donnie’s life he enjoyed...
William Joseph Zuzek
October 5, 2025
William Joseph “Bill” “Red” Zuzek, age 99, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, at Regina Hospital in Hastings, surrounded by his loving family.
Bill was born on September 21, 1926, in Hastings to William and Ernestine (Schanno) Zuzek. He grew up in Hastings with his brothers, Robert and Richard (Dickie). After his father died in 1930, his...
Judith Ann Dupay
October 5, 2025
Judith Ann Dupay, age 80 of Lakeville, went to be with the Lord on October 5, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, James; and grandson, DJ. Survived by her children, Paula and Nikk (Betty); grandchildren, Colleen and James (Brooke); great-grandchildren, Jayden, Carter, and Emma; siblings, Doug (Harriet) and Donna; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Memorial Service at 11am...
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
October 2, 2025
In loving memory of Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt, age 68, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025.
Melody Lund was born on September 2, 1957, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, the youngest of four children to Bert and Edna Lund. Her family later settled in Hastings, Minnesota, where Melody spent her formative years and graduated from Hastings...
Charles "Chuck" Taffe
September 30, 2025
Charles Dennis Taffe
February 16, 1951 – September 30, 2025
Remembering the life…
Charles “Chuck” Dennis Taffe, age 74, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025.
Born on February 16, 1951, Chuck was raised in Morris, Minnesota, the son of Charles and Joyce Taffe. He went on to attend the University of Minnesota Morris, where he built lifelong friendships and cherished...
Stephen Lawrence Engel
September 29, 2025
Stephen "Steve" Lawrence Engel, age 69, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away at his home on September 29, 2025. Born on July 8, 1956, Steve lived most of his life in Apple Valley.
Steve worked for the City of Apple Valley at the community center for 37 years. In addition to working at the community center, he also worked for ISD...
Erhardt Edward Schultz
September 29, 2025
Erhardt E. Schultz, age 78, of Apple Valley, closed his chapter on earth, peacefully at his home on September 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Tuffy was born on April 13, 1947, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, to Erhardt and Leona (Peterson) Schultz. He was the fourth child of 17 children. As the oldest son, he was a steadfast support for...
Daniel Mark Leland
September 26, 2025
God called Dan home on Friday September 26, 2025.
I can only imagine what his eyes saw, Jesus with open arms, heavenly beauty.
I can only imagine him walking without pain, he is now perfect in his forever home.
My heart aches, but with God's strength and peace, I can get through. I miss him deeply, along with family and friends.
John 3:16
For God...
Bryson Scott McGrath
September 26, 2025
After a courageously-fought battle with cancer lasting 1,027 days, Bryson Scott McGrath, lovingly known as “Goose” or “Goosie”, age five, of Prescott, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in the arms of his family on September 26, 2025. Though his time on this earth was heartbreakingly short, the joy, love, and light he brought into the world will ripple through eternity.
Goose was...
Lawrence Nickolas Teuber
September 25, 2025
Lawrence N. Teuber, age 90, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home on September 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving daughters.
Lawrence was born on March 13, 1935, in Douglas Township, Minnesota, to Vincent and Catherine (Siebenaler) Teuber. One of thirteen children, he grew up on the family farm, where he learned to work hard and help others. From doing...
Aslaug Solveig Warmboe
October 21, 2025
Aslaug Solveig Warmboe, age 98, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025.
Aslaug was born on June 21, 1927, in Husavik, Iceland, just twelve miles south of the Arctic Circle, to Sigurdur Vigfusson and Jonina Gunnarsdottir. She was the youngest of four children and the only daughter among three older brothers, Gunnar, Vigfus, and Viggo. From an early...
James "Jimmy" Moe
October 21, 2025
James “Jimmy” Moe, age 52 of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on October 21, 2025.
James was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Leon and Jackie Moe. James went on to spend most of his career working in HVAC, with his former job as a boiler operator for Macalister college.
In his free time, he could be found spending time with his wife,...
Irene Saloma Theis
October 21, 2025
Irene S. Theis, age 89, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Albertville, Minnesota, to Marcus and Clara (Becker) Kolles, Irene was raised on the family farm alongside her four siblings, where she learned the values of faith, family, and hard work. From an early age, she developed a love for music. She shared her...
M. Jean Cain
October 21, 2025
Jean Cain passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 21, 2025 at Benedictine Living Community in Hastings, MN.
She was born in Gilbertville, Iowa on January 6, 1933, to parents Elizabeth (Schmitz) and John Etringer. She married her high school sweetheart, Thomas Cain, in 1953, and were blessed with four children, starting their family in Iowa and later moving to...
Marilyn Ramona Hoagland
October 18, 2025
Marilyn (Mitzi) Ramona Hoagland (Kmetz), age 95, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at Valley Ridge Retirement Community. The family would like to express sincere thanks to Accent Hospice and the memory care staff and Valley Ridge throughout her final days.
Marilyn was born in Minneapolis to George and Myrtle Kmetz on April 10, 1930. She graduated...
Laura Dawn Krugen
October 12, 2025
Laura Krugen, age 61, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, in her home.
Laura was born on November 14, 1963, and grew up in the Brainerd Lakes area, where she attended Brainerd High School. She was a beloved mother and grandmother who cherished time spent with her family and friends. Her children and grandchildren will especially miss...
Mary Ann Farrow
October 11, 2025
Mary A. Farrow, was born May 2, 1945 in Minnesota to George and Ruth (nee Becker) Kummer. She passed peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at her home in Sarasota, Florida.
Mary was a dedicated business owner and realtor who had a deep appreciation for nature, the arts, and all things beautiful. Her passionate involvement...
Jerry Lee Flom
October 11, 2025
Jerry Flom — A Life Well Built, Well Laughed, and Well-Lived
Jerry Lee Flom, 71, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Born in Minot, North Dakota, on January 25, 1954, to Kenneth and Ethel (Clark) Flom, Jerry quickly mastered the art of being both practical and persistent — two skills that served him well for the next seven...
Warren Clarence Penrose
October 10, 2025
Warren Clarence Penrose, age 87, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025 at his home.
Born in Parkers Prairie, MN on May 15, 1938, Warren graduated from Lakeville High School in 1956 and attended Moorhead College for two years on a basketball scholarship. Deciding college wasn't for him, he moved to Minneapolis and took a job at Daytons...
James Edward Kemper
October 8, 2025
Jim E. Kemper, age 83 of Apple Valley, passed away on October 8, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward & Lucy; brother, Bob; sister, Kristine; and sister-in-law, Peg. Survived by his wife of 41 years, Judy; sister, Colleen (Bud) Garland; brothers, Bernard (Maggie), Fred, and Ed Jr. (Alfil); sister-in-law, Gloria; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Jim’s...
Donald Francis Olson
October 6, 2025
Donald “Donnie” Francis Olson passed away at home on October 6, 2025 at the age of 74 after a lengthy illness.
He always had a talent for planting and gardening which stemmed from growing up and working in his family’s greenhouse business. Donnie also had a career with the HD Hudson Company which spanned over 40 years.
Throughout Donnie’s life he enjoyed...
William Joseph Zuzek
October 5, 2025
William Joseph “Bill” “Red” Zuzek, age 99, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, at Regina Hospital in Hastings, surrounded by his loving family.
Bill was born on September 21, 1926, in Hastings to William and Ernestine (Schanno) Zuzek. He grew up in Hastings with his brothers, Robert and Richard (Dickie). After his father died in 1930, his...
Judith Ann Dupay
October 5, 2025
Judith Ann Dupay, age 80 of Lakeville, went to be with the Lord on October 5, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, James; and grandson, DJ. Survived by her children, Paula and Nikk (Betty); grandchildren, Colleen and James (Brooke); great-grandchildren, Jayden, Carter, and Emma; siblings, Doug (Harriet) and Donna; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Memorial Service at 11am...
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
October 2, 2025
In loving memory of Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt, age 68, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025.
Melody Lund was born on September 2, 1957, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, the youngest of four children to Bert and Edna Lund. Her family later settled in Hastings, Minnesota, where Melody spent her formative years and graduated from Hastings...
Charles "Chuck" Taffe
September 30, 2025
Charles Dennis Taffe
February 16, 1951 – September 30, 2025
Remembering the life…
Charles “Chuck” Dennis Taffe, age 74, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025.
Born on February 16, 1951, Chuck was raised in Morris, Minnesota, the son of Charles and Joyce Taffe. He went on to attend the University of Minnesota Morris, where he built lifelong friendships and cherished...
Stephen Lawrence Engel
September 29, 2025
Stephen "Steve" Lawrence Engel, age 69, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away at his home on September 29, 2025. Born on July 8, 1956, Steve lived most of his life in Apple Valley.
Steve worked for the City of Apple Valley at the community center for 37 years. In addition to working at the community center, he also worked for ISD...
Erhardt Edward Schultz
September 29, 2025
Erhardt E. Schultz, age 78, of Apple Valley, closed his chapter on earth, peacefully at his home on September 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Tuffy was born on April 13, 1947, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, to Erhardt and Leona (Peterson) Schultz. He was the fourth child of 17 children. As the oldest son, he was a steadfast support for...
Daniel Mark Leland
September 26, 2025
God called Dan home on Friday September 26, 2025.
I can only imagine what his eyes saw, Jesus with open arms, heavenly beauty.
I can only imagine him walking without pain, he is now perfect in his forever home.
My heart aches, but with God's strength and peace, I can get through. I miss him deeply, along with family and friends.
John 3:16
For God...
Bryson Scott McGrath
September 26, 2025
After a courageously-fought battle with cancer lasting 1,027 days, Bryson Scott McGrath, lovingly known as “Goose” or “Goosie”, age five, of Prescott, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in the arms of his family on September 26, 2025. Though his time on this earth was heartbreakingly short, the joy, love, and light he brought into the world will ripple through eternity.
Goose was...
Lawrence Nickolas Teuber
September 25, 2025
Lawrence N. Teuber, age 90, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home on September 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving daughters.
Lawrence was born on March 13, 1935, in Douglas Township, Minnesota, to Vincent and Catherine (Siebenaler) Teuber. One of thirteen children, he grew up on the family farm, where he learned to work hard and help others. From doing...
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