Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Robert John Porvaznik
August 30, 2025
Robert John Porvaznik, age 75, of Hastings, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at his home on August 30, 2025.
Robert was born on May 12, 1950, in Hammond, Indiana, to John and Lillian (Palguta) Porvaznik. He grew up in Indiana as one of ten children, with eight brothers and one sister. His family moved to Hastings in the early...
Margaret Bernice Hegg
August 26, 2025
Margaret will be missed. She was loved by many. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and a true and loyal friend.
Margaret “Marge” Bernice Hegg, age 87, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on August 26, 2025 at Mt. Olivet Nursing Home.
Margaret was born in Big Lake, MN to Arthur Anderson and Ella Anderson on May 5, 1938. She went to...
Gary Francis Fox
August 25, 2025
Gary Francis Fox, age 82, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Gary was born on September 28, 1942, in Red Wing, Minnesota, to Alois and Annette (Ruhr) Fox. He grew up on the family farm near Miesville alongside his brothers, Dwayne and Tom. From his earliest years, Gary carried...
Harriet Lynn Biedenbender
August 23, 2025
Harriet “Lynn” Biedenbender, age 66, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Regina Hospital in Hastings.
Lynn was born on February 5, 1959, in Gallatin, Tennessee, to Harry and Carolyn Faye Franklin. She grew up in Minnesota and graduated with the Edina East High School Class of 1977. She later married the love of her life, David Biedenbender, and together...
Gary Michael Sherman
August 20, 2025
Gary Michael Sherman, age 89 of Apple Valley, MN passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Gary was born on November 6, 1935, in Wesley, IA to Ruth (Loebig) and Roy Sherman. As a young child he moved to Austin, MN where he attended Columbus Grade School, confirmed at St. Augustine Catholic Church and graduated St. Augustine (Pacelli)...
Diane Lynn Humphrey
August 15, 2025
Diane Humphrey, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully at White Pines Memory Care on August 15, 2025, at the age of 69. She was born on March 10, 1956, to Donald and Helen (Schmidt) Humphrey.
Diane will be deeply missed by her sisters, Sue Schwarting and Missy Jensen; and sister-in-law, Terri Humphrey: along with many beloved nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends....
John Harvey Wilson
August 15, 2025
John Harvey Wilson, Johnny to his family, passed away shortly after midnight on Friday, August 15th, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on June 12, 1971, in Merrill, Wisconsin, John was the first-born child of Joan and John Wilson, now of Port Wing, Wisconsin.
John didn’t want to be called a hero, he didn’t want to be considered “courageous,” and...
Rita Jean Cahill
August 13, 2025
Rita Cahill, age 81, died on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at her home in Hastings.
Though Rita was one of fourteen siblings, she was truly one of a kind. Rita’s gift to the world was her innate ability to connect with people and to “see” them without judgement. Although Alzheimer’s took her life, it never took her spirit.
Rita didn’t always follow...
Russell Fredrich Kraft
August 12, 2025
Russell F. Kraft, age 71, of Lake Mills, IA, formerly of Farmington/Rosemount, passed away suddenly on August 12, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Ramona Kraft.
Russ is survived by his wife of 52 years Deana Kraft, and children Randy (Michelle) Kraft, and Holly (Bryan) Toutges; Grandchildren John, Rachel, Grace, and Gabrielle; Siblings Kenneth (Dana) Kraft, Barbara...
Marion Martha Palm
August 9, 2025
Marion M. Palm
Age 89 of Eagan, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy; and sister, Hazel. Survived by her children, James (Nipawan), Jeffrey, and Julie (John) Wold; grandson, Stephen; siblings, Dorothy, Jim (Jenny), Duane (Gloria), Donny, Kenny (Cheryl), Dave (Peggy), and Judy (Joe). Funeral at 11am on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Starkson...
Ronald Lee Schumann
August 9, 2025
Ronald Lee Schumann, age 76, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.
Ron was born on October 3, 1948, in Denver, Colorado, to Henry and Verna (Edgar) Schumann. He was the first in his family to attend college, earning his bachelor’s degree in education. An entrepreneur at heart, Ron owned and operated G & R Fence in...
Terrance R. "Terry" Avent
August 8, 2025
Terrance R. "Terry" Avent, age 75 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at United Hospital in St. Paul on Friday morning, August 8, 2025.
Terrance Robert, the son of Robert and Lela May Avent, was born on February 5, 1950, in Memphis, Tennessee. Terry was raised in the Hickory Valley, Tennessee area where he attended high school. He was later united in...
Gregory "Gregg" Myers
August 7, 2025
Gregory “Gregg” Myers, age 69 of Apple Valley, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2024. Gregg was born on October 23, 1955 in Blue Earth, MN to Bill and Audrey Myers.
Gregg started working when he was 12 years old and was a hard worker all his life. He graduated in the class of 1974. After graduation he managed a Country...
Charles "Charlie" Westcott
August 7, 2025
Charles "Charlie" Westcott, age 76 of North St. Paul, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday morning, August 7, 2025.
Private graveside services will be held at Christ The King Catholic Cemetery in Cambridge.
Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family ~ Anderson Chapel of Apple Valley.
Lisa Marie Hayes-Stich
August 6, 2025
Lisa Marie Hayes-Stich
Age 52 of Saint Michael, passed away on Aug. 6, 2025. Preceded in death by her daughter, Rylie; husband, Jamie Hayes; stepmother, Mary Doerr; and stepfather, Keith “Skeeter” Johnson. Survived by her children, Tyler Hayes, Kemry Stich, and Ava Stich; mom, Linda (David) Obee; dad, Greg Doerr; partner, Aaron “Pete” Peterson; former spouse, Brett Stich; many cousins, other...
Douglas Roy Phillips
August 4, 2025
Douglas “Doug” Roy Phillips, age 80, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 4, 2025, in the Regent of Burnsville, with his loving wife by his side.
Doug was born in Minneapolis to Roy and Doris Phillips on November 14, 1944. He attended Richfield High School and graduated in 1962. Doug went on to attend the...
Dorothy Mary Fuchs
August 4, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” Mary Fuchs, 86 years old, of Hastings passed away on August 4, 2025 at Benedictine-Regina in Hastings.
Dorothy was born in Hastings to Raymond and Lois Orman (McNamara) on September 13, 1938. She went to Hastings High School and graduated in 1956.
She met her future husband, Richard “Dick” Fuchs, when she was 14 years old and was introduced to...
Daniel Ernest Yost
August 2, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel “Dan” E. Yost, age 75, who died peacefully on August 2nd, 2025 surrounded by family at his home. He was born the son of Ernest and Helen (Hawkins) Yost in Abington, Pennsylvania on January 5th, 1950. Dan grew up in Pennsylvania, and attended Pennridge High School, graduating in...
Richard Joseph Gosselin
July 29, 2025
Richard “Dick” Gosselin, age 78, of Apple Valley, passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by family, to be with the Lord.
Richard was born in St. Paul and spent his childhood in Mendota. He was proud to have worked at Donaldson Manufacturing for over 40 years. A devoted family man, he cherished time spent with loved ones and enjoyed cheering...
Gary Roger Woodward
July 27, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Gary R. Woodward, age 71, who died peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home. He was born the son of Roger and Barbara in Saint Paul, MN. Gary grew up in Newport, graduating from Park High School of Cottage Grove in 1972, where he was an all-conference...
Robert John Porvaznik
August 30, 2025
Robert John Porvaznik, age 75, of Hastings, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at his home on August 30, 2025.
Robert was born on May 12, 1950, in Hammond, Indiana, to John and Lillian (Palguta) Porvaznik. He grew up in Indiana as one of ten children, with eight brothers and one sister. His family moved to Hastings in the early...
Margaret Bernice Hegg
August 26, 2025
Margaret will be missed. She was loved by many. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and a true and loyal friend.
Margaret “Marge” Bernice Hegg, age 87, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on August 26, 2025 at Mt. Olivet Nursing Home.
Margaret was born in Big Lake, MN to Arthur Anderson and Ella Anderson on May 5, 1938. She went to...
Gary Francis Fox
August 25, 2025
Gary Francis Fox, age 82, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Gary was born on September 28, 1942, in Red Wing, Minnesota, to Alois and Annette (Ruhr) Fox. He grew up on the family farm near Miesville alongside his brothers, Dwayne and Tom. From his earliest years, Gary carried...
Harriet Lynn Biedenbender
August 23, 2025
Harriet “Lynn” Biedenbender, age 66, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Regina Hospital in Hastings.
Lynn was born on February 5, 1959, in Gallatin, Tennessee, to Harry and Carolyn Faye Franklin. She grew up in Minnesota and graduated with the Edina East High School Class of 1977. She later married the love of her life, David Biedenbender, and together...
Gary Michael Sherman
August 20, 2025
Gary Michael Sherman, age 89 of Apple Valley, MN passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Gary was born on November 6, 1935, in Wesley, IA to Ruth (Loebig) and Roy Sherman. As a young child he moved to Austin, MN where he attended Columbus Grade School, confirmed at St. Augustine Catholic Church and graduated St. Augustine (Pacelli)...
Diane Lynn Humphrey
August 15, 2025
Diane Humphrey, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully at White Pines Memory Care on August 15, 2025, at the age of 69. She was born on March 10, 1956, to Donald and Helen (Schmidt) Humphrey.
Diane will be deeply missed by her sisters, Sue Schwarting and Missy Jensen; and sister-in-law, Terri Humphrey: along with many beloved nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends....
John Harvey Wilson
August 15, 2025
John Harvey Wilson, Johnny to his family, passed away shortly after midnight on Friday, August 15th, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on June 12, 1971, in Merrill, Wisconsin, John was the first-born child of Joan and John Wilson, now of Port Wing, Wisconsin.
John didn’t want to be called a hero, he didn’t want to be considered “courageous,” and...
Rita Jean Cahill
August 13, 2025
Rita Cahill, age 81, died on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at her home in Hastings.
Though Rita was one of fourteen siblings, she was truly one of a kind. Rita’s gift to the world was her innate ability to connect with people and to “see” them without judgement. Although Alzheimer’s took her life, it never took her spirit.
Rita didn’t always follow...
Russell Fredrich Kraft
August 12, 2025
Russell F. Kraft, age 71, of Lake Mills, IA, formerly of Farmington/Rosemount, passed away suddenly on August 12, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Ramona Kraft.
Russ is survived by his wife of 52 years Deana Kraft, and children Randy (Michelle) Kraft, and Holly (Bryan) Toutges; Grandchildren John, Rachel, Grace, and Gabrielle; Siblings Kenneth (Dana) Kraft, Barbara...
Marion Martha Palm
August 9, 2025
Marion M. Palm
Age 89 of Eagan, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy; and sister, Hazel. Survived by her children, James (Nipawan), Jeffrey, and Julie (John) Wold; grandson, Stephen; siblings, Dorothy, Jim (Jenny), Duane (Gloria), Donny, Kenny (Cheryl), Dave (Peggy), and Judy (Joe). Funeral at 11am on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Starkson...
Ronald Lee Schumann
August 9, 2025
Ronald Lee Schumann, age 76, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.
Ron was born on October 3, 1948, in Denver, Colorado, to Henry and Verna (Edgar) Schumann. He was the first in his family to attend college, earning his bachelor’s degree in education. An entrepreneur at heart, Ron owned and operated G & R Fence in...
Terrance R. "Terry" Avent
August 8, 2025
Terrance R. "Terry" Avent, age 75 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at United Hospital in St. Paul on Friday morning, August 8, 2025.
Terrance Robert, the son of Robert and Lela May Avent, was born on February 5, 1950, in Memphis, Tennessee. Terry was raised in the Hickory Valley, Tennessee area where he attended high school. He was later united in...
Gregory "Gregg" Myers
August 7, 2025
Gregory “Gregg” Myers, age 69 of Apple Valley, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2024. Gregg was born on October 23, 1955 in Blue Earth, MN to Bill and Audrey Myers.
Gregg started working when he was 12 years old and was a hard worker all his life. He graduated in the class of 1974. After graduation he managed a Country...
Charles "Charlie" Westcott
August 7, 2025
Charles "Charlie" Westcott, age 76 of North St. Paul, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday morning, August 7, 2025.
Private graveside services will be held at Christ The King Catholic Cemetery in Cambridge.
Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family ~ Anderson Chapel of Apple Valley.
Lisa Marie Hayes-Stich
August 6, 2025
Lisa Marie Hayes-Stich
Age 52 of Saint Michael, passed away on Aug. 6, 2025. Preceded in death by her daughter, Rylie; husband, Jamie Hayes; stepmother, Mary Doerr; and stepfather, Keith “Skeeter” Johnson. Survived by her children, Tyler Hayes, Kemry Stich, and Ava Stich; mom, Linda (David) Obee; dad, Greg Doerr; partner, Aaron “Pete” Peterson; former spouse, Brett Stich; many cousins, other...
Douglas Roy Phillips
August 4, 2025
Douglas “Doug” Roy Phillips, age 80, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 4, 2025, in the Regent of Burnsville, with his loving wife by his side.
Doug was born in Minneapolis to Roy and Doris Phillips on November 14, 1944. He attended Richfield High School and graduated in 1962. Doug went on to attend the...
Dorothy Mary Fuchs
August 4, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” Mary Fuchs, 86 years old, of Hastings passed away on August 4, 2025 at Benedictine-Regina in Hastings.
Dorothy was born in Hastings to Raymond and Lois Orman (McNamara) on September 13, 1938. She went to Hastings High School and graduated in 1956.
She met her future husband, Richard “Dick” Fuchs, when she was 14 years old and was introduced to...
Daniel Ernest Yost
August 2, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel “Dan” E. Yost, age 75, who died peacefully on August 2nd, 2025 surrounded by family at his home. He was born the son of Ernest and Helen (Hawkins) Yost in Abington, Pennsylvania on January 5th, 1950. Dan grew up in Pennsylvania, and attended Pennridge High School, graduating in...
Richard Joseph Gosselin
July 29, 2025
Richard “Dick” Gosselin, age 78, of Apple Valley, passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by family, to be with the Lord.
Richard was born in St. Paul and spent his childhood in Mendota. He was proud to have worked at Donaldson Manufacturing for over 40 years. A devoted family man, he cherished time spent with loved ones and enjoyed cheering...
Gary Roger Woodward
July 27, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Gary R. Woodward, age 71, who died peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home. He was born the son of Roger and Barbara in Saint Paul, MN. Gary grew up in Newport, graduating from Park High School of Cottage Grove in 1972, where he was an all-conference...
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