Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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....
Gregory A. Lemmons
June 14, 2019
Gregory A. Lemmons, age 70, of Hastings, passed away June 14, 2019 at Good Samaritan Society in Inver Grove Heights. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 7:00 p.m at Good Samaritan Society, 1301 50th Street East, Inver Grove Heights. A private interment will be held at a later date in St. Elizabeth Ann...
Shirle D. Stevens
June 12, 2019
Shirle D. Stevens, age 93 of Wilmar and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully at Bethesda Grand of Willmar on Wednesday morning, June 12, 2019. Shirle D., the daughter of Castro and Thursa (Kolb) Brechwald, was born on July 14, 1925, in Holstein, Iowa. Following her graduation from Holstein High School, Shirle continued her education at Denver University where she...
Judy M. Pinnt
June 11, 2019
Judy Mae (Quernemoen) Pinnt, age 59, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on June 11th, 2019. After a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer the good Lord graciously took her home to join with His angels. She was born on June 3, 1960 to Ray and Alice (Anderson) Quernemoen in Alexandria, MN. She graduated from Alexandria...
Nancy J. Shandley
June 10, 2019
Shandley, Nancy J. (Mitzuk), age 71, of Hastings, passed away peacefully Monday, June 10, 2019 at United Hospital in St. Paul. She is survived by her daughter, Kelsey; grandchildren, Javen and Kian; sisters, Judy (Robert) Wittnebel; and Diane (Peter) Likes; nieces, nephews, and her best friend, Buzzy. Private Family Services will be held at a later date.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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....
Gregory A. Lemmons
June 14, 2019
Gregory A. Lemmons, age 70, of Hastings, passed away June 14, 2019 at Good Samaritan Society in Inver Grove Heights. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 7:00 p.m at Good Samaritan Society, 1301 50th Street East, Inver Grove Heights. A private interment will be held at a later date in St. Elizabeth Ann...
Shirle D. Stevens
June 12, 2019
Shirle D. Stevens, age 93 of Wilmar and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully at Bethesda Grand of Willmar on Wednesday morning, June 12, 2019. Shirle D., the daughter of Castro and Thursa (Kolb) Brechwald, was born on July 14, 1925, in Holstein, Iowa. Following her graduation from Holstein High School, Shirle continued her education at Denver University where she...
Judy M. Pinnt
June 11, 2019
Judy Mae (Quernemoen) Pinnt, age 59, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on June 11th, 2019. After a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer the good Lord graciously took her home to join with His angels. She was born on June 3, 1960 to Ray and Alice (Anderson) Quernemoen in Alexandria, MN. She graduated from Alexandria...
Nancy J. Shandley
June 10, 2019
Shandley, Nancy J. (Mitzuk), age 71, of Hastings, passed away peacefully Monday, June 10, 2019 at United Hospital in St. Paul. She is survived by her daughter, Kelsey; grandchildren, Javen and Kian; sisters, Judy (Robert) Wittnebel; and Diane (Peter) Likes; nieces, nephews, and her best friend, Buzzy. Private Family Services will be held at a later date.
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