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Obituaries for Starkson Family

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Jennifer L. Blazek

Jennifer L. Blazek

July 7, 2019

Jennifer Leigh Blazek, age 49, of Hastings, passed away suddenly early Sunday morning July 7, 2019. Jenne was born on March 30, 1970 to Veronica (Lawrence) Davis and Jeffrey Davis in Montebello, California. Jenne graduated high school in California in 1988 and moved to Hastings. She married Anthony “Tony” Blazek in 1990 and was blessed with a son. Jenne...

Beverly May Johnson

Beverly May Johnson

July 7, 2019

Johnson, Beverly May

Age 86 of Apple Valley, went to meet the Lord on July 7, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby J”; brothers, Donald and Jack Daniels. Survived by her children, Linda Tutko, Mike (Carole) Johnson, Susan Johnson, Cindy Johnson and Teresa (Gene) Stimson; grandchildren, Jeremy, Timothy (Anna), Kelly, Michelle (Brett), Cassandra (Nick), Nicole (OV), Brock (Lindsay)...

Kathleen K. Maxfield

Kathleen K. Maxfield

July 6, 2019

Kathleen K. Maxfield

Age 54 of Lakeville. Passed away at home on July 6, 2019. Survived by her husband, David; daughters, Rachel and Lindsay; parents, David and Carol Driscoll; siblings, Mike (Parris), Mark (Carol), Ann (Darrin) and Amy (Mike); as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Kathy graduated from Monmouth High School, Monmouth, Illinois in 1983 and Illinois State...

James A. "Jim" Maher

James A. "Jim" Maher

July 5, 2019

James A. "Jim" Maher, age 94 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Friday evening July 5, 2019, at Regina Senior Living. James Arthur, the son of Bernard and Helen (Fahey) Maher, was born on August 10, 1924, in Hastings. Following his graduation from Hastings High School, Jim enlisted in the United States Army Air Corp and...

John  D. Ahern

John D. Ahern

July 4, 2019

John D. Ahern, age 81 of Inver Grove Heights, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, July 4, 2019, at Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, MN. John Dale, the son of Lawrence D. Ahern and Doris (Milligan) Ahern, was born on August 3, 1937, in Des Moines, Iowa. John attended Decorah High School and graduated with the class...

Charles F. Gegen

Charles F. Gegen

July 4, 2019

Charles F. Gegen (a.k.a. Charlie, Step Daddy, Poppi, “The Legend”), age 85. Born on Christmas, 1933. Passed away on the 4th of July, 2019 with his loving wife, Susan, by his side. Charlie was bigger than life. He went to Hastings High School, Winona State University, and St. Paul College of Law (William Mitchell). He practiced law, primarily in...

Gary P. Neubauer

Gary P. Neubauer

July 3, 2019

Gary Patrick Neubauer age 64 of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 3rd 2019. Gary was born to James and Eleanor (Whalen) Neubauer on April 12, 1955 in Wells, MN. He worked in the agriculture industry for 41 years and was currently employed by Frontier Ag & Turf in Cannon Falls, MN. He is...

Ruth Linnea Johnson

Ruth Linnea Johnson

July 2, 2019

Johnson, Ruth Linnea

Age 94 of Minneapolis. Passed away on July 2, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Elvin; and her parents and siblings. Ruth is survived by her daughter, Linnea Johnson Hoff; grandchildren, Christopher (Rachel) and Rachel; great-grandchildren, Avangeline and Mikenzie; sister-in-law, Rose; nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service will be held on 11am, Friday, July 5th at Henry...

Ralph H. Peterson, Jr

Ralph H. Peterson, Jr

June 29, 2019

Peterson, Ralph H., Jr. 

Age 87 of Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Carol; brother, Edward; and sister, Phyllis Klein. Survived by children; Candace (Greg Miller) Norton and Ralph (Mary) Peterson III; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Bruce (Anita); nieces, nephews, family and friends. Memorial service, 11am, Friday, July 19, 2019 at Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5728 Cedar Ave. S. with visitation...

Rodney W. "Rod" Smith

Rodney W. "Rod" Smith

June 28, 2019

Rodney W. "Rod" Smith, age 82 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully on Friday, June 28, 2019, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Rodney William, the son of Fred F. and Nellie (Secor) Smith, was born on May 17, 1937, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Rod attended Logan High School and graduated with the class of 1955. Following his graduation, he...

Virginia Mae Nickerson

Virginia Mae Nickerson

June 26, 2019

Virginia Mae (Laumeyer) Nickerson, age 68, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2019. Virginia proudly worked and retired from West Publishing after more than 30 years of service. She is preceded in death by her mother, Edna; father, Edward and brother, Danny. She is deeply loved and missed by her husband, Lance; daughter, Jenny (Mike) Grill;...

Candace L. Hancock

Candace L. Hancock

June 25, 2019

Candace "Candy" Hancock, age 65 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at Regina Medical Center in Hastings on Tuesday evening, June 25, 2019. Candace Lou, the daughter of George "Shorty" and Shirley (Mann) Hild, was born August 6, 1953, in Hastings, and graduated from Hastings High School with the class of 1971. Candy always had a big heart and...

David M. Strusinski

David M. Strusinski

June 25, 2019

David M. Strusinski, age 80 of Hugo, died peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at Mayo Clinic Health System ~ Rochester. David Michael, the son of John and Lois (Jackson) Strusinski, was born on October 20, 1938, in St. Paul. Leaving Harding High School early, David enlisted through the Kiddie Cruise with the United States Navy and later received...

Frank A.  Knoll Jr.

Frank A. Knoll Jr.

June 23, 2019

Frank Alvin Knoll Junior, 86 of Rosemount Beloved Father, Grandfather, and devoted family man. Frank was born to Frank Alvin Knoll Senior and Olga Swenson Knoll on July 22, 1932 in North Minneapolis. He married Bette Jane Radke and together they raised 8 children: Cynthia, Mitch (Vicki), Marshall, Michael (Bonnie), Montgomery (Lesa), the late Sandy (John) Kaufman, Mace (Dung),...

Harriette "Pat" Arlt

Harriette "Pat" Arlt

June 22, 2019

Harriette "Pat" Arlt, age 93, of Hastings, passed away at Regina Senior Living on June 22, 2019. Private Family Services will be held.

Herbert Pahl

Herbert Pahl

June 21, 2019

Herbert Pahl

Age 91 of Minneapolis, born on the farm in ND to August & Christina Pahl, passed away June 21, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Minerva; daughter, LaVonne Joy Pahl and was the last of 13 brothers and sisters.  Herbert will be dearly missed by his children: Arlys (Bill) Kendle, Lynn “Lucky” (Jennifer) Pahl and Joy...

William "Bill" Beyerstedt

William "Bill" Beyerstedt

June 20, 2019

William "Bill" Beyerstedt Bill was born on April 8th, 1958 to Bert and Mary Jo Beyerstedt in Winona, MN. He died June 20th, 2019 in St.Paul, MN. He proudly served in the Minnesota National Guard and the U.S. Navy. In August 1997 he married the love of his life, Linda Rayfield. He was previously married to Mary Gau with...

Charles W. Clarke

Charles W. Clarke

June 20, 2019

Charles (Chuck) Clarke Charles “Chuck” Clarke, age 80, of Hastings passed away from a chronic illness on June 20, 2019. Chuck was born in Prior Lake, MN on January 27, 1939 and graduated from Prior Lake High School. On May 10, 1958 he married the love of his life, Dody (Hyzer) Clarke. He will be dearly missed by his...

Alex Ryan Cahlander-Mooers

Alex Ryan Cahlander-Mooers

June 17, 2019

Cahlander-Mooers, Alex Ryan

Age 32 of St. Paul (formerly of Apple Valley), passed away unexpectedly on June 17, 2019. Survived by his mom, Kris Kennedy; dad, Dick (Cindy) Mooers; sister, Kelly (Tim) Johnson; step-siblings, Amber Redig and Scott Redig; dog son, Baloo; aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his grandparents; step-father, David Kennedy; and aunt, Punky....

Patrick E. Mcdonnell

Patrick E. Mcdonnell

June 15, 2019

McDonnell, Patrick E.,

age 72 of Eagan. Preceded in death by parents. Survived by loving wife, Marlene; daughters, Sally Ann and Laurie (Ed) Fiereck;  son, Matthew (Sarah) McDonnell; 6 grandchildren;  sister, Mary Schuh; many nieces, nephews and friends and special service dog, Tennessee Blue. Gathering of family & friends, 12 Noon ~ 2 PM, Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Henry W....

Jennifer L. Blazek

Jennifer L. Blazek

July 7, 2019

Jennifer Leigh Blazek, age 49, of Hastings, passed away suddenly early Sunday morning July 7, 2019. Jenne was born on March 30, 1970 to Veronica (Lawrence) Davis and Jeffrey Davis in Montebello, California. Jenne graduated high school in California in 1988 and moved to Hastings. She married Anthony “Tony” Blazek in 1990 and was blessed with a son. Jenne...

Beverly May Johnson

Beverly May Johnson

July 7, 2019

Johnson, Beverly May

Age 86 of Apple Valley, went to meet the Lord on July 7, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby J”; brothers, Donald and Jack Daniels. Survived by her children, Linda Tutko, Mike (Carole) Johnson, Susan Johnson, Cindy Johnson and Teresa (Gene) Stimson; grandchildren, Jeremy, Timothy (Anna), Kelly, Michelle (Brett), Cassandra (Nick), Nicole (OV), Brock (Lindsay)...

Kathleen K. Maxfield

Kathleen K. Maxfield

July 6, 2019

Kathleen K. Maxfield

Age 54 of Lakeville. Passed away at home on July 6, 2019. Survived by her husband, David; daughters, Rachel and Lindsay; parents, David and Carol Driscoll; siblings, Mike (Parris), Mark (Carol), Ann (Darrin) and Amy (Mike); as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Kathy graduated from Monmouth High School, Monmouth, Illinois in 1983 and Illinois State...

James A. "Jim" Maher

James A. "Jim" Maher

July 5, 2019

James A. "Jim" Maher, age 94 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Friday evening July 5, 2019, at Regina Senior Living. James Arthur, the son of Bernard and Helen (Fahey) Maher, was born on August 10, 1924, in Hastings. Following his graduation from Hastings High School, Jim enlisted in the United States Army Air Corp and...

John  D. Ahern

John D. Ahern

July 4, 2019

John D. Ahern, age 81 of Inver Grove Heights, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, July 4, 2019, at Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, MN. John Dale, the son of Lawrence D. Ahern and Doris (Milligan) Ahern, was born on August 3, 1937, in Des Moines, Iowa. John attended Decorah High School and graduated with the class...

Charles F. Gegen

Charles F. Gegen

July 4, 2019

Charles F. Gegen (a.k.a. Charlie, Step Daddy, Poppi, “The Legend”), age 85. Born on Christmas, 1933. Passed away on the 4th of July, 2019 with his loving wife, Susan, by his side. Charlie was bigger than life. He went to Hastings High School, Winona State University, and St. Paul College of Law (William Mitchell). He practiced law, primarily in...

Gary P. Neubauer

Gary P. Neubauer

July 3, 2019

Gary Patrick Neubauer age 64 of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 3rd 2019. Gary was born to James and Eleanor (Whalen) Neubauer on April 12, 1955 in Wells, MN. He worked in the agriculture industry for 41 years and was currently employed by Frontier Ag & Turf in Cannon Falls, MN. He is...

Ruth Linnea Johnson

Ruth Linnea Johnson

July 2, 2019

Johnson, Ruth Linnea

Age 94 of Minneapolis. Passed away on July 2, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Elvin; and her parents and siblings. Ruth is survived by her daughter, Linnea Johnson Hoff; grandchildren, Christopher (Rachel) and Rachel; great-grandchildren, Avangeline and Mikenzie; sister-in-law, Rose; nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service will be held on 11am, Friday, July 5th at Henry...

Ralph H. Peterson, Jr

Ralph H. Peterson, Jr

June 29, 2019

Peterson, Ralph H., Jr. 

Age 87 of Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Carol; brother, Edward; and sister, Phyllis Klein. Survived by children; Candace (Greg Miller) Norton and Ralph (Mary) Peterson III; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Bruce (Anita); nieces, nephews, family and friends. Memorial service, 11am, Friday, July 19, 2019 at Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5728 Cedar Ave. S. with visitation...

Rodney W. "Rod" Smith

Rodney W. "Rod" Smith

June 28, 2019

Rodney W. "Rod" Smith, age 82 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully on Friday, June 28, 2019, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Rodney William, the son of Fred F. and Nellie (Secor) Smith, was born on May 17, 1937, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Rod attended Logan High School and graduated with the class of 1955. Following his graduation, he...

Virginia Mae Nickerson

Virginia Mae Nickerson

June 26, 2019

Virginia Mae (Laumeyer) Nickerson, age 68, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2019. Virginia proudly worked and retired from West Publishing after more than 30 years of service. She is preceded in death by her mother, Edna; father, Edward and brother, Danny. She is deeply loved and missed by her husband, Lance; daughter, Jenny (Mike) Grill;...

Candace L. Hancock

Candace L. Hancock

June 25, 2019

Candace "Candy" Hancock, age 65 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at Regina Medical Center in Hastings on Tuesday evening, June 25, 2019. Candace Lou, the daughter of George "Shorty" and Shirley (Mann) Hild, was born August 6, 1953, in Hastings, and graduated from Hastings High School with the class of 1971. Candy always had a big heart and...

David M. Strusinski

David M. Strusinski

June 25, 2019

David M. Strusinski, age 80 of Hugo, died peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at Mayo Clinic Health System ~ Rochester. David Michael, the son of John and Lois (Jackson) Strusinski, was born on October 20, 1938, in St. Paul. Leaving Harding High School early, David enlisted through the Kiddie Cruise with the United States Navy and later received...

Frank A.  Knoll Jr.

Frank A. Knoll Jr.

June 23, 2019

Frank Alvin Knoll Junior, 86 of Rosemount Beloved Father, Grandfather, and devoted family man. Frank was born to Frank Alvin Knoll Senior and Olga Swenson Knoll on July 22, 1932 in North Minneapolis. He married Bette Jane Radke and together they raised 8 children: Cynthia, Mitch (Vicki), Marshall, Michael (Bonnie), Montgomery (Lesa), the late Sandy (John) Kaufman, Mace (Dung),...

Harriette "Pat" Arlt

Harriette "Pat" Arlt

June 22, 2019

Harriette "Pat" Arlt, age 93, of Hastings, passed away at Regina Senior Living on June 22, 2019. Private Family Services will be held.

Herbert Pahl

Herbert Pahl

June 21, 2019

Herbert Pahl

Age 91 of Minneapolis, born on the farm in ND to August & Christina Pahl, passed away June 21, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Minerva; daughter, LaVonne Joy Pahl and was the last of 13 brothers and sisters.  Herbert will be dearly missed by his children: Arlys (Bill) Kendle, Lynn “Lucky” (Jennifer) Pahl and Joy...

William "Bill" Beyerstedt

William "Bill" Beyerstedt

June 20, 2019

William "Bill" Beyerstedt Bill was born on April 8th, 1958 to Bert and Mary Jo Beyerstedt in Winona, MN. He died June 20th, 2019 in St.Paul, MN. He proudly served in the Minnesota National Guard and the U.S. Navy. In August 1997 he married the love of his life, Linda Rayfield. He was previously married to Mary Gau with...

Charles W. Clarke

Charles W. Clarke

June 20, 2019

Charles (Chuck) Clarke Charles “Chuck” Clarke, age 80, of Hastings passed away from a chronic illness on June 20, 2019. Chuck was born in Prior Lake, MN on January 27, 1939 and graduated from Prior Lake High School. On May 10, 1958 he married the love of his life, Dody (Hyzer) Clarke. He will be dearly missed by his...

Alex Ryan Cahlander-Mooers

Alex Ryan Cahlander-Mooers

June 17, 2019

Cahlander-Mooers, Alex Ryan

Age 32 of St. Paul (formerly of Apple Valley), passed away unexpectedly on June 17, 2019. Survived by his mom, Kris Kennedy; dad, Dick (Cindy) Mooers; sister, Kelly (Tim) Johnson; step-siblings, Amber Redig and Scott Redig; dog son, Baloo; aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his grandparents; step-father, David Kennedy; and aunt, Punky....

Patrick E. Mcdonnell

Patrick E. Mcdonnell

June 15, 2019

McDonnell, Patrick E.,

age 72 of Eagan. Preceded in death by parents. Survived by loving wife, Marlene; daughters, Sally Ann and Laurie (Ed) Fiereck;  son, Matthew (Sarah) McDonnell; 6 grandchildren;  sister, Mary Schuh; many nieces, nephews and friends and special service dog, Tennessee Blue. Gathering of family & friends, 12 Noon ~ 2 PM, Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Henry W....

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