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Patricia Ann Cousins

Patricia Ann Cousins

January 14, 2019

Patricia Ann Cousins

Loving wife and mother of three children, grandmother to seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2019 surrounded by family and loved ones at the age of 85. Patricia was born on April 21st, 1933 in Enid, OK to Truman and Minnie Hayes. After graduating from Enid High School, in 1951, she attended Phillips...

Betty J. Reller

Betty J. Reller

January 13, 2019

Betty J. Reller, age 85 of Apple Valley and formerly of Fargo, North Dakota, died peacefully on Sunday evening, January 13, 2019. Betty Jane, the youngest daughter of John and Karen (Berg) Myran, was born on September 8, 1933, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Following her graduation from Minneapolis South High School, Betty was united in marriage to William A. Reller...

Leonard E. Pankuch

Leonard E. Pankuch

January 13, 2019

Leonard E.Pankuch

Died January 13, 2019 at Augustana Homes, Apple Valley. Leonard was born September 19, 1939, In Minneapolis. He is survived by his wife Betty who he married May 20, 1962. He has two daughters, Sarah (Cameron) Goodrich & Rebecca (Jeff) Copler;  and a son, Stephen (Sandra Redding) Pankuch. He has seven grandchildren: Ian and Duncan Goodrich, Matthew and Meghan...

Patricia K. Harp

Patricia K. Harp

January 12, 2019

Patricia K. Harp, age 78 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Saturday morning, January 12, 2019, at Prescott Nursing and Rehab in Prescott. Patricia Kaye, the daughter of Otis and Mildred (Humphrey) Westby, was born on February 28, 1940, in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Following her graduation from Mora High School, Pat was united in marriage to...

Sean D. Theelke

Sean D. Theelke

January 11, 2019

Sean David Theelke, age 46, of Breezy Point and formerly of Hastings, passed away January 11, 2019. Sean was born in Hastings, MN, on his mother's birthday, May 16, 1972. He attended Hastings area schools and graduated from Mesabi East High School, Aurora, MN. Sean had a creative and adventurous spirit. He won several art awards while attending elementary...

John C. Iverson

John C. Iverson

January 11, 2019

John Charles Iverson, age 64, of Hastings, passed away January 11, 2019. He was born August 17, 1954 at Regina Memorial Hospital in Hastings to Harold & Lavonne Iverson. He Graduated from Hastings High school in 1972. John married Nancy Engeldinger on April 12, 1980 at St. Boniface Catholic Church. He lived in Cannon Falls on his Grandpa &...

Margaret E. Behrends

Margaret E. Behrends

January 10, 2019

Margaret Emma Rohlfing was born on March 27, 1921 in Cleveland, MN to Adolph and Albertine (Strauman) Rohlfing. In 1938 she was Valedictorian of her Cleveland High School class. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1942 with a degree in Home Economics. Margaret was united in marriage in 1943, to Richard Benhard Behrends of Hastings, MN in...

Pamela D. Petersen

Pamela D. Petersen

January 10, 2019

Petersen, Pamela D.

Age 60 of Apple Valley, entered rest on Jan. 10, 2019. Preceded in death by her dad, Otto Sorensen. Survived by her children, Gregory (Lisa) and Cassandra (Gary) Francis; grandchildren, Shealyn, Gavin, Shawn, James, Ethan, Jack and Karina; mother, Beverly Sorensen; sisters, Christina (Dave), Rachel (Dave), Deb (Bob) and Jill (Steve); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial...

Bettyjane Majetich

Bettyjane Majetich

January 9, 2019

Betty Majetich, age 82, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Big Lake, MN, on Wednesday evening, January 9, 2019. BettyJane, the daughter of Ellsworth and Dorothy (Korthals) Stock, was born on March 8, 1936, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Following her education, Betty was united in marriage to Martin R. Majetich on March 21, 1957; he later preceded her...

Robert L. Agrimson

Robert L. Agrimson

January 9, 2019

Agrimson, Robert L.,Age 96, of Lauderdale MN, passed away Jan. 9, 2019.   Robert was born July 26, 1922 in Sebeka, MN to Peter & Thea Agrimson. After his mother’s death, Robert was raised by his Aunt and Uncle, Alfred & Helene Agrimson on their farm by Peterson MN.  Robert lived and worked on the farm until he was 32, when...

Steven M. Adams

Steven M. Adams

January 8, 2019

Steven M. Adams,

age 46 of Apple Valley, MN.  Preceded in death by grandparents.  Survived by daughters, Chantal Staats and Skylar Adams; parents, John and Patty; brothers, John (Liz) and Eric (Becky); nephews: Christopher (Taylor), Isaac, Alex, Brody and Jackson; niece, Cecilia; uncle, Mike (Sue); aunt, Diane; other relatives and many friends.  Memorial Service 3:00 PM,  Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at...

Paula Bushee (Nee Stuhr)

Paula Bushee (Nee Stuhr)

January 8, 2019

Paula Bushee (nee Stuhr), age 75 of Burnsville, passed away on January 8, 2019. She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Joel Stuhr and Rod Bushee; brothers, Donald, Ross, and Malyn; and sister, Dixie. She was a loving mom to Troy (Lana) and Todd, a loving grandma to Adam, Alex, and step grandchildren, Desirae and Kiana, as well...

Albin G. Sorenson, Sr.

Albin G. Sorenson, Sr.

January 6, 2019

Albin G. Sorenson Sr., age 80 of Apple Valley, passed away on January 6, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Viola; sister, Janis Gustafson; daughter-in-law, Barb; and granddaughter, Janel. He is survived by his wife, Debbie; sons, Dean, Dan, Dane (Lori), Albin Jr. (DeAnn), and Michael; daughters, Robin (Brian), Jolene (Ryan), Jenny, Devy, Danette, Dawn,...

Carol L. Flanders

Carol L. Flanders

January 5, 2019

Flanders, Carol L.

Age 86 of Minneapolis, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 5, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Jerry; brothers, Lyle and Peter. Survived by her children, Nancy (Brad) Gluth, Charles (Barbara), Paul (Stella) and Diane (Dan) Hutchison; grandchildren, Kelly, Amy (fiancé Nic), Teig, Kendra, Jenna, Cassidy and Shelby; siblings, Pat, Art (Judy), Eileen, Wayne (Barb)...

Richard "Rick" Meyer Jr.

Richard "Rick" Meyer Jr.

January 4, 2019

Richard H. “Rick” Meyer Jr., age 68 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on January 4, 2019. Richard Harold Meyer Jr., the son of Richard Harold Sr. and LeEtta (Schrimper) Meyer, was born on May 4, 1950, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Following his graduation from Linn Mar High School with the class of 1969, Rick continued his education at...

Joan Marlene Goebel

Joan Marlene Goebel

January 4, 2019

Joan Marlene Goebel, age 84, of Hastings, passed away January 4, 2019. She was born in Hastings to Miles and Ruth Panek on Feb. 13, 1934. Joan was raised in Hastings and moved to East Cottage Grove after marrying the love of her life, Alvin Goebel who she was married to for 66 years. They raised their two children...

Gordon W. Herman

Gordon W. Herman

January 3, 2019

Gordon "Gordy" Herman, age 80, of Denmark Township passed away on January 3, 2019 with his wife, Karen by his side. Gordy was a lifelong farmer in Denmark Township. He loved the land. He primarily farmed using modern equipment, but always cherished the way his father and grandfather had farmed with horses. He set aside a parcel of land...

Mildred J. Ellis

Mildred J. Ellis

January 3, 2019

Ellis, Mildred J.

age 92, of Farmington, MN went to be with the Lord on January 3, 2019. Mildred was born on January 5, 1926 in Butterfield, MN. As a young farm girl, she learned the discipline of daily chores and hard work. She was born into a strong Christian home where morning Bible reading and prayer was a daily family...

Shawn "Bubba" Cauchy

Shawn "Bubba" Cauchy

January 2, 2019

Shawn “Bubba” Cauchy, age 45 of Farmington and formerly of Prescott, died suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. Shawn Jeffrey, the son of John and Linda (Cysiewski) Cauchy, was born on September 25, 1973, in St. Paul. Following his graduation from Prescott High School with the class of 1992, Bubba worked for Merrilot Industries, then TSA, and...

Christopher D. Johnson

Christopher D. Johnson

January 2, 2019

Johnson, Christopher D.

Age 39 of Chehalis, Washington formerly of Lakeville, born July 6, 1979 in Edina, MN to Dale and Jean Johnson, passed away unexpectedly January 2, 2019.  After graduating form LeCordon Bleu Culinary School Chris worked as a sous chef at Kincaid’s and the Palomino and then as an executive chef in various restaurants in the state of Washington. ...

Patricia Ann Cousins

Patricia Ann Cousins

January 14, 2019

Patricia Ann Cousins

Loving wife and mother of three children, grandmother to seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2019 surrounded by family and loved ones at the age of 85. Patricia was born on April 21st, 1933 in Enid, OK to Truman and Minnie Hayes. After graduating from Enid High School, in 1951, she attended Phillips...

Betty J. Reller

Betty J. Reller

January 13, 2019

Betty J. Reller, age 85 of Apple Valley and formerly of Fargo, North Dakota, died peacefully on Sunday evening, January 13, 2019. Betty Jane, the youngest daughter of John and Karen (Berg) Myran, was born on September 8, 1933, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Following her graduation from Minneapolis South High School, Betty was united in marriage to William A. Reller...

Leonard E. Pankuch

Leonard E. Pankuch

January 13, 2019

Leonard E.Pankuch

Died January 13, 2019 at Augustana Homes, Apple Valley. Leonard was born September 19, 1939, In Minneapolis. He is survived by his wife Betty who he married May 20, 1962. He has two daughters, Sarah (Cameron) Goodrich & Rebecca (Jeff) Copler;  and a son, Stephen (Sandra Redding) Pankuch. He has seven grandchildren: Ian and Duncan Goodrich, Matthew and Meghan...

Patricia K. Harp

Patricia K. Harp

January 12, 2019

Patricia K. Harp, age 78 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Saturday morning, January 12, 2019, at Prescott Nursing and Rehab in Prescott. Patricia Kaye, the daughter of Otis and Mildred (Humphrey) Westby, was born on February 28, 1940, in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Following her graduation from Mora High School, Pat was united in marriage to...

Sean D. Theelke

Sean D. Theelke

January 11, 2019

Sean David Theelke, age 46, of Breezy Point and formerly of Hastings, passed away January 11, 2019. Sean was born in Hastings, MN, on his mother's birthday, May 16, 1972. He attended Hastings area schools and graduated from Mesabi East High School, Aurora, MN. Sean had a creative and adventurous spirit. He won several art awards while attending elementary...

John C. Iverson

John C. Iverson

January 11, 2019

John Charles Iverson, age 64, of Hastings, passed away January 11, 2019. He was born August 17, 1954 at Regina Memorial Hospital in Hastings to Harold & Lavonne Iverson. He Graduated from Hastings High school in 1972. John married Nancy Engeldinger on April 12, 1980 at St. Boniface Catholic Church. He lived in Cannon Falls on his Grandpa &...

Margaret E. Behrends

Margaret E. Behrends

January 10, 2019

Margaret Emma Rohlfing was born on March 27, 1921 in Cleveland, MN to Adolph and Albertine (Strauman) Rohlfing. In 1938 she was Valedictorian of her Cleveland High School class. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1942 with a degree in Home Economics. Margaret was united in marriage in 1943, to Richard Benhard Behrends of Hastings, MN in...

Pamela D. Petersen

Pamela D. Petersen

January 10, 2019

Petersen, Pamela D.

Age 60 of Apple Valley, entered rest on Jan. 10, 2019. Preceded in death by her dad, Otto Sorensen. Survived by her children, Gregory (Lisa) and Cassandra (Gary) Francis; grandchildren, Shealyn, Gavin, Shawn, James, Ethan, Jack and Karina; mother, Beverly Sorensen; sisters, Christina (Dave), Rachel (Dave), Deb (Bob) and Jill (Steve); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial...

Bettyjane Majetich

Bettyjane Majetich

January 9, 2019

Betty Majetich, age 82, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Big Lake, MN, on Wednesday evening, January 9, 2019. BettyJane, the daughter of Ellsworth and Dorothy (Korthals) Stock, was born on March 8, 1936, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Following her education, Betty was united in marriage to Martin R. Majetich on March 21, 1957; he later preceded her...

Robert L. Agrimson

Robert L. Agrimson

January 9, 2019

Agrimson, Robert L.,Age 96, of Lauderdale MN, passed away Jan. 9, 2019.   Robert was born July 26, 1922 in Sebeka, MN to Peter & Thea Agrimson. After his mother’s death, Robert was raised by his Aunt and Uncle, Alfred & Helene Agrimson on their farm by Peterson MN.  Robert lived and worked on the farm until he was 32, when...

Steven M. Adams

Steven M. Adams

January 8, 2019

Steven M. Adams,

age 46 of Apple Valley, MN.  Preceded in death by grandparents.  Survived by daughters, Chantal Staats and Skylar Adams; parents, John and Patty; brothers, John (Liz) and Eric (Becky); nephews: Christopher (Taylor), Isaac, Alex, Brody and Jackson; niece, Cecilia; uncle, Mike (Sue); aunt, Diane; other relatives and many friends.  Memorial Service 3:00 PM,  Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at...

Paula Bushee (Nee Stuhr)

Paula Bushee (Nee Stuhr)

January 8, 2019

Paula Bushee (nee Stuhr), age 75 of Burnsville, passed away on January 8, 2019. She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Joel Stuhr and Rod Bushee; brothers, Donald, Ross, and Malyn; and sister, Dixie. She was a loving mom to Troy (Lana) and Todd, a loving grandma to Adam, Alex, and step grandchildren, Desirae and Kiana, as well...

Albin G. Sorenson, Sr.

Albin G. Sorenson, Sr.

January 6, 2019

Albin G. Sorenson Sr., age 80 of Apple Valley, passed away on January 6, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Viola; sister, Janis Gustafson; daughter-in-law, Barb; and granddaughter, Janel. He is survived by his wife, Debbie; sons, Dean, Dan, Dane (Lori), Albin Jr. (DeAnn), and Michael; daughters, Robin (Brian), Jolene (Ryan), Jenny, Devy, Danette, Dawn,...

Carol L. Flanders

Carol L. Flanders

January 5, 2019

Flanders, Carol L.

Age 86 of Minneapolis, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 5, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Jerry; brothers, Lyle and Peter. Survived by her children, Nancy (Brad) Gluth, Charles (Barbara), Paul (Stella) and Diane (Dan) Hutchison; grandchildren, Kelly, Amy (fiancé Nic), Teig, Kendra, Jenna, Cassidy and Shelby; siblings, Pat, Art (Judy), Eileen, Wayne (Barb)...

Richard "Rick" Meyer Jr.

Richard "Rick" Meyer Jr.

January 4, 2019

Richard H. “Rick” Meyer Jr., age 68 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on January 4, 2019. Richard Harold Meyer Jr., the son of Richard Harold Sr. and LeEtta (Schrimper) Meyer, was born on May 4, 1950, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Following his graduation from Linn Mar High School with the class of 1969, Rick continued his education at...

Joan Marlene Goebel

Joan Marlene Goebel

January 4, 2019

Joan Marlene Goebel, age 84, of Hastings, passed away January 4, 2019. She was born in Hastings to Miles and Ruth Panek on Feb. 13, 1934. Joan was raised in Hastings and moved to East Cottage Grove after marrying the love of her life, Alvin Goebel who she was married to for 66 years. They raised their two children...

Gordon W. Herman

Gordon W. Herman

January 3, 2019

Gordon "Gordy" Herman, age 80, of Denmark Township passed away on January 3, 2019 with his wife, Karen by his side. Gordy was a lifelong farmer in Denmark Township. He loved the land. He primarily farmed using modern equipment, but always cherished the way his father and grandfather had farmed with horses. He set aside a parcel of land...

Mildred J. Ellis

Mildred J. Ellis

January 3, 2019

Ellis, Mildred J.

age 92, of Farmington, MN went to be with the Lord on January 3, 2019. Mildred was born on January 5, 1926 in Butterfield, MN. As a young farm girl, she learned the discipline of daily chores and hard work. She was born into a strong Christian home where morning Bible reading and prayer was a daily family...

Shawn "Bubba" Cauchy

Shawn "Bubba" Cauchy

January 2, 2019

Shawn “Bubba” Cauchy, age 45 of Farmington and formerly of Prescott, died suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. Shawn Jeffrey, the son of John and Linda (Cysiewski) Cauchy, was born on September 25, 1973, in St. Paul. Following his graduation from Prescott High School with the class of 1992, Bubba worked for Merrilot Industries, then TSA, and...

Christopher D. Johnson

Christopher D. Johnson

January 2, 2019

Johnson, Christopher D.

Age 39 of Chehalis, Washington formerly of Lakeville, born July 6, 1979 in Edina, MN to Dale and Jean Johnson, passed away unexpectedly January 2, 2019.  After graduating form LeCordon Bleu Culinary School Chris worked as a sous chef at Kincaid’s and the Palomino and then as an executive chef in various restaurants in the state of Washington. ...

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