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Obituaries for Starkson Family
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Margaret A. Livingston
January 25, 2020
Margaret Livingston, age 102 of White Bear Lake and formerly Hastings, died peacefully on Saturday morning, January 25, 2020, at White Pine Senior Living in White Bear Lake. Margaret was born in Stillwater, MN to Anna Margaret (Schultz) Gussman and John Carl ("JC") Gussman. Her parents met at a boarding house in Stillwater, where her dad was a druggist...
John W. O'Malley
January 23, 2020
John passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He served 20 years in the Army. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Katie. John is survived by his wife, Karen; children, Denise (Chad), Rebecca, and Sean (Serenity); grandchildren, Micheal, Brooke, MeShaun, and Declan. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, January 29, 2020...
Robert "Bob" Weiszel
January 23, 2020
Robert J. "Bob" Weiszel, age 67 of Hastings, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Memorial services will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at St. Philip's Lutheran Church in Hastings, with Pastor Gregory Geier officiating. Immediately following the service, a reception will be held in the gathering space at church....
Bruce R. Nelson
January 22, 2020
Bruce R. Nelson
Age 77 of Fridley, born July 30, 1942 in Chicago, Il to Nels “Marv” & Helen Nelson, passed away January 22, 2020 with family at his side. Bruce served his country in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. He was a twenty plus year member of the Toastmasters Club, active with the Fridley Sports Booster and a former member...
Marcella "Marcie" Mary Boogren
January 21, 2020
Boogren (Busch), Marcella Mary, Loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Friend passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at the age of 82. She was preceded in death by her daughter Cheryl and longtime partner, Marvin Bibeau. Marcie is survived by her children, Jim (Barb), Bob (Sue), Carol Wanner (Jeff), Dave, and John (Michelle); 10 grandchildren and...
Robert J. Mcnamara
January 21, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce Robert J. McNamara, age 31 of Hastings, a decorated Army Veteran, lost his battle with PTSD on Tuesday evening, January 21, 2020. Robert John, the son of Gary T. and JoAnn (Shaleen) McNamara, was born on June 25, 1988, in Hastings. Following his graduation from Hastings High School, Robert continued his...
Craig F Smith
January 19, 2020
Craig F. Smith,
age 76, of Minneapolis passed away peacefully on January 19, 2020 surrounded by family. Craig taught math for 30 years in the Minneapolis Public Schools at Sanford Jr. High and Roosevelt High School and touched many lives. He worked for H&R Block for 25 years and was a brakeman for SooLine Railroad for 15 years. He is preceded...
Thomas E. Nesbitt Sr.
January 18, 2020
Thomas E. Nesbitt, age 90 of Hastings, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday January 18, 2020, his family by his side. Thomas Edward, the son of Donald and Helen (Harwell) Nesbitt, was born on August 15, 1929 in Hastings. He graduated from Hastings High School class of 1947. Tom then attended The United States Military Academy at...
Linda Jane Siebenaler
January 17, 2020
Linda Siebenaler passed away January 17th, 2020 from ALS. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years Edward, 2 sons Brent and Troy, and granddaughter Korrin. She also leaves behind many family and friends whom she cared for deeply. Per her request, her ashes will be scattered to the wind. Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family...
Douglas P. Sample
January 15, 2020
Douglas Prescott Sample, age 79 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on Wednesday morning, January 15, 2020. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
Sherry L. Bjostad
January 15, 2020
On Wednesday, January 15, 2020, Sherry Lee Bjostad, loving wife, mom, and grandma, passed away at age 64, after a short battle with cancer. Sherry was born on April 24, 1955 in Rochester, MN to Richard and Belva (Sanborn) Sackett. She graduated from Hamline University in 1977. On August 27, 1977, she married Jim Bjostad. They raised two children,...
Tegan P. Johnson
January 14, 2020
Tegan P. Johnson, age 12 of Hastings, the oldest son of Chad and Tracey Johnson, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday morning, January 14, 2020, at Gillette Children's Hospital in St. Paul, following a recent skiing accident. Tegan Paul the son of Chad and Tracey (Niebur) Johnson, was born on March 14, 2007, in Minneapolis....
Shirley A. Erickson
January 13, 2020
Shirley Erickson, age 91 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Monday evening, January 13, 2020, at Ecumen Lakeview Commons in Maplewood. Shirley Ann, the daughter of Henry and Julia (Anderson) Hendel, was born on May 19, 1928, in Red Wing. Following her graduation, Shirley was united in marriage to Glenn A. Erickson on August 29, 1959,...
Lawrence W. "Larry" Werner Sr.
January 13, 2020
Lawrence W. "Larry" Werner Sr., age 90 of Hastings, died peacefully following a brief illness on Monday morning, January 13, 2020, at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury. Lawrence William Werner Sr., the son of William and Margaret (Thurmes) Werner, was born on April 24, 1929, in Vermillion Township, Dakota County. On June 7, 1950, Larry was united in marriage to...
Michael J. Frost
January 12, 2020
Michael J. Frost, age 74, of Hastings, passed away January 12, 2020 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 brothers. Michael is survived by his wife, Joan; sons, Joseph and Mathew (Lourdes); grandson, Leonard; brothers, Frank (Karrol) and Robert (Mary Lou); sisters, Rosie (Dave) Bignell and Margaret (Dave) Hanson; and numerous nieces and...
Sandra A. Hassel (Nee Olson)
January 12, 2020
Hassel, Sandra A. (nee Olson)
Age 80 of Lakeville, passed away on Jan. 12, 2020. Survived by her husband, Bert-Ola Hassel; sons, Thomas Lundberg and David (Stephanie) Lundberg; step-granddaughter, Alexis; brother, Richard Olson; sister, Jackie (Alex) Gabrini; other relatives and friends. Memorial Service at 11am on Sat., Jan. 25, 2020 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley, with...
Lois A Scott (Nee Vogt)
January 12, 2020
Lois A. Scott (nee Vogt)
Age 89 of Eagan, born January 6, 1931 in Eagan to Henry & Lena Vogt, passed away peacefully January 12, 2020. Lois is preceded in death by her husband, William “Scotty” and daughter, Lanell Richie. She will be dearly missed by her daughters: Lynn Scott, Karen (Edward) Gerten, Karrie (Robert) Lensing and Julie Scott; several grandchildren...
Jack L. Funk
January 11, 2020
Jack L. Funk
age 78 of Mpls, passed away unexpectedly January 11, 2020 at his winter home in Florida. Preceded in death by parents, Gladys and Patrick and son-in-law, William Roesner. Survived by loving wife, Clarine “Terry”; daughters, Katherine (Kris) Bolstad, Cynthia Roesner; son, Timothy (Tawni); many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; brothers, Russ (Kathy) and Jerry (Eleanor). Service Sunday, Jan....
Varuni Novick
January 10, 2020
Varuni Novick, age 49 of Eagan, died suddenly on Friday, January 10, 2020, while working in Puerto Rico. Varuni Samagika, the daughter of Linton and Siromi Perera, was born on February 14, 1970, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Following her education, Varuni came to the United States when she was 18. Varuni was a wildly successful business leader for many...
Earl L. Madsen
January 10, 2020
Earl Madsen, age 92, passed away January 10, 2020. Earl was a proud Army veteran, an avid golfer, a good bridge player, and he had a real love and great touch for gardening. He spent his entire working career in the meat business managing people, production, and sales. Work ethic was incredibly important to him. Earl will be remembered...
Margaret A. Livingston
January 25, 2020
Margaret Livingston, age 102 of White Bear Lake and formerly Hastings, died peacefully on Saturday morning, January 25, 2020, at White Pine Senior Living in White Bear Lake. Margaret was born in Stillwater, MN to Anna Margaret (Schultz) Gussman and John Carl ("JC") Gussman. Her parents met at a boarding house in Stillwater, where her dad was a druggist...
John W. O'Malley
January 23, 2020
John passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He served 20 years in the Army. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Katie. John is survived by his wife, Karen; children, Denise (Chad), Rebecca, and Sean (Serenity); grandchildren, Micheal, Brooke, MeShaun, and Declan. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, January 29, 2020...
Robert "Bob" Weiszel
January 23, 2020
Robert J. "Bob" Weiszel, age 67 of Hastings, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Memorial services will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at St. Philip's Lutheran Church in Hastings, with Pastor Gregory Geier officiating. Immediately following the service, a reception will be held in the gathering space at church....
Bruce R. Nelson
January 22, 2020
Bruce R. Nelson
Age 77 of Fridley, born July 30, 1942 in Chicago, Il to Nels “Marv” & Helen Nelson, passed away January 22, 2020 with family at his side. Bruce served his country in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. He was a twenty plus year member of the Toastmasters Club, active with the Fridley Sports Booster and a former member...
Marcella "Marcie" Mary Boogren
January 21, 2020
Boogren (Busch), Marcella Mary, Loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Friend passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at the age of 82. She was preceded in death by her daughter Cheryl and longtime partner, Marvin Bibeau. Marcie is survived by her children, Jim (Barb), Bob (Sue), Carol Wanner (Jeff), Dave, and John (Michelle); 10 grandchildren and...
Robert J. Mcnamara
January 21, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce Robert J. McNamara, age 31 of Hastings, a decorated Army Veteran, lost his battle with PTSD on Tuesday evening, January 21, 2020. Robert John, the son of Gary T. and JoAnn (Shaleen) McNamara, was born on June 25, 1988, in Hastings. Following his graduation from Hastings High School, Robert continued his...
Craig F Smith
January 19, 2020
Craig F. Smith,
age 76, of Minneapolis passed away peacefully on January 19, 2020 surrounded by family. Craig taught math for 30 years in the Minneapolis Public Schools at Sanford Jr. High and Roosevelt High School and touched many lives. He worked for H&R Block for 25 years and was a brakeman for SooLine Railroad for 15 years. He is preceded...
Thomas E. Nesbitt Sr.
January 18, 2020
Thomas E. Nesbitt, age 90 of Hastings, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday January 18, 2020, his family by his side. Thomas Edward, the son of Donald and Helen (Harwell) Nesbitt, was born on August 15, 1929 in Hastings. He graduated from Hastings High School class of 1947. Tom then attended The United States Military Academy at...
Linda Jane Siebenaler
January 17, 2020
Linda Siebenaler passed away January 17th, 2020 from ALS. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years Edward, 2 sons Brent and Troy, and granddaughter Korrin. She also leaves behind many family and friends whom she cared for deeply. Per her request, her ashes will be scattered to the wind. Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family...
Douglas P. Sample
January 15, 2020
Douglas Prescott Sample, age 79 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on Wednesday morning, January 15, 2020. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
Sherry L. Bjostad
January 15, 2020
On Wednesday, January 15, 2020, Sherry Lee Bjostad, loving wife, mom, and grandma, passed away at age 64, after a short battle with cancer. Sherry was born on April 24, 1955 in Rochester, MN to Richard and Belva (Sanborn) Sackett. She graduated from Hamline University in 1977. On August 27, 1977, she married Jim Bjostad. They raised two children,...
Tegan P. Johnson
January 14, 2020
Tegan P. Johnson, age 12 of Hastings, the oldest son of Chad and Tracey Johnson, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday morning, January 14, 2020, at Gillette Children's Hospital in St. Paul, following a recent skiing accident. Tegan Paul the son of Chad and Tracey (Niebur) Johnson, was born on March 14, 2007, in Minneapolis....
Shirley A. Erickson
January 13, 2020
Shirley Erickson, age 91 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Monday evening, January 13, 2020, at Ecumen Lakeview Commons in Maplewood. Shirley Ann, the daughter of Henry and Julia (Anderson) Hendel, was born on May 19, 1928, in Red Wing. Following her graduation, Shirley was united in marriage to Glenn A. Erickson on August 29, 1959,...
Lawrence W. "Larry" Werner Sr.
January 13, 2020
Lawrence W. "Larry" Werner Sr., age 90 of Hastings, died peacefully following a brief illness on Monday morning, January 13, 2020, at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury. Lawrence William Werner Sr., the son of William and Margaret (Thurmes) Werner, was born on April 24, 1929, in Vermillion Township, Dakota County. On June 7, 1950, Larry was united in marriage to...
Michael J. Frost
January 12, 2020
Michael J. Frost, age 74, of Hastings, passed away January 12, 2020 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 brothers. Michael is survived by his wife, Joan; sons, Joseph and Mathew (Lourdes); grandson, Leonard; brothers, Frank (Karrol) and Robert (Mary Lou); sisters, Rosie (Dave) Bignell and Margaret (Dave) Hanson; and numerous nieces and...
Sandra A. Hassel (Nee Olson)
January 12, 2020
Hassel, Sandra A. (nee Olson)
Age 80 of Lakeville, passed away on Jan. 12, 2020. Survived by her husband, Bert-Ola Hassel; sons, Thomas Lundberg and David (Stephanie) Lundberg; step-granddaughter, Alexis; brother, Richard Olson; sister, Jackie (Alex) Gabrini; other relatives and friends. Memorial Service at 11am on Sat., Jan. 25, 2020 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley, with...
Lois A Scott (Nee Vogt)
January 12, 2020
Lois A. Scott (nee Vogt)
Age 89 of Eagan, born January 6, 1931 in Eagan to Henry & Lena Vogt, passed away peacefully January 12, 2020. Lois is preceded in death by her husband, William “Scotty” and daughter, Lanell Richie. She will be dearly missed by her daughters: Lynn Scott, Karen (Edward) Gerten, Karrie (Robert) Lensing and Julie Scott; several grandchildren...
Jack L. Funk
January 11, 2020
Jack L. Funk
age 78 of Mpls, passed away unexpectedly January 11, 2020 at his winter home in Florida. Preceded in death by parents, Gladys and Patrick and son-in-law, William Roesner. Survived by loving wife, Clarine “Terry”; daughters, Katherine (Kris) Bolstad, Cynthia Roesner; son, Timothy (Tawni); many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; brothers, Russ (Kathy) and Jerry (Eleanor). Service Sunday, Jan....
Varuni Novick
January 10, 2020
Varuni Novick, age 49 of Eagan, died suddenly on Friday, January 10, 2020, while working in Puerto Rico. Varuni Samagika, the daughter of Linton and Siromi Perera, was born on February 14, 1970, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Following her education, Varuni came to the United States when she was 18. Varuni was a wildly successful business leader for many...
Earl L. Madsen
January 10, 2020
Earl Madsen, age 92, passed away January 10, 2020. Earl was a proud Army veteran, an avid golfer, a good bridge player, and he had a real love and great touch for gardening. He spent his entire working career in the meat business managing people, production, and sales. Work ethic was incredibly important to him. Earl will be remembered...
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