Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Robert "Bob" Y. McCulloch Sr.
March 23, 2025
Robert “Bob” Y. McCulloch Sr.
Age 94 of Apple Valley (formerly of Minneapolis), passed peacefully on March 23, 2025. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary; daughter, Linda Colbert; son, Ronald Roloff; parents, George & Urma; and siblings. Survived by his grandchildren, Kevin (Roslyn) Roloff, Melissa Roloff, Holly (Justin) Kevelin, and Jennifer (Ryan) Geringer; great-grandchildren, Bryce, Justin, Mariah, Breanna, Mason,...
Brenda Sue Williams
March 22, 2025
Brenda S. Williams, age 82, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Episcopal Church Homes of Minnesota.
Brenda was born on October 7, 1942, in Evansville, Indiana, to Erwin and Rosella (Kissinger) Williams. Alongside her sister Jeannine and their mother, she later moved to Minnesota, where they eventually made their home in Cottage Grove.
Brenda had...
Rebecca "Becky" Lynn Brainard (Olson)
March 21, 2025
Rebecca "Becky" Brainard (Olson)
Age 57, was born on August 25th, 1967, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and passed away unexpectedly at her home in Richfield, Minnesota, on March 21, 2025.
Becky was known for her quick wit, sense of humor, and deep love for animals. She had a big heart and cared greatly for her friends and family, always ready to lend a...
Diane Nancy VanDervort
March 19, 2025
Diane N. VanDervort, age 84, of Hastings and formerly of Virginia, MN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Augustana Health Care Center.
A child of God, Diane was a cherished daughter, wife, mom, grandma "Memaw," and great-grandma. She was born on June 5, 1940, to Irma (Seeman) and Stanley "Bud" Paulsen in Duluth, MN. Diane grew up in...
Jeanne E. McGree
March 16, 2025
Jeanne Eleanor McGree (Miller), age 95, of Hastings, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Jeanne was born the sixth of eight children in Red Wing, MN to Frank and Gertrude (O’Keefe) Miller of Belchester, MN on September 3, 1929.
She attended school at St. Mary’s in Belchester until they moved to Hastings. She went...
Juan Hernandez Carrillo
March 15, 2025
Juan Hernández conocido como Cañas, de 37 años de Bloomington falleció el sábado 15 de Marzo de 2025 en Burnsville. Juan nació el 10 de febrero de 1988 en Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. Fue el cuarto de cinco hijos.
Juan emigró a los Estados Unidos, donde dedicó sus últimos años amar y apoyar asu pareja y hijos. Tres hijos en México (Pedro,...
Maryann (Geer) Foster
March 15, 2025
Maryann Foster, age 90 of Northfield, passed away peacefully at Hastings Senior Health & Living on Saturday evening, March 15, 2025.
Maryann, the daughter of William and Alma (Pfarr) Geer, was born in Minneapolis on December 5, 1934. Following her graduation with honors from South High in 1952, Maryann first worked as a telephone operator and later in the lab at...
Walter "Wally" H. Krantz
March 15, 2025
Walter Henry Krantz
Born on November 1, 1928 in South Minneapolis to John Walfred and Beda Hemmingson Krantz. He passed into eternal life on March 15, 2025, at the age of 96.
He was known as Wally by everyone who knew him. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in December 1947. After high school he worked for Strutwear Knitting Company doing machinery...
Linda J. Braatz
March 14, 2025
Linda Jane (Johnson) Braatz entered her heavenly home on March 14, 2025. She was born on August 16, 1950, in Litchfield, MN, the middle daughter of Ben and Loretta Johnson.
Lin spent her childhood on the farm in Litchfield. She married her childhood sweetheart, Larry Braatz in 1969. She worked as a bank teller for many years and, before retiring, she...
Michael Jude Langenfeld
March 12, 2025
Michael (Mike) Jude Langenfeld, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, after a long heroic battle with life.
A lifelong resident of Hastings, Mike leaves this world with only one regret. He never successfully orchestrated an opportunity to yell, “You’ll never take me alive, Copper”.
Born on December 24, 1947, this future Mayor of Christmas Town (you can look it...
Mary A. (Tate) Wagner
March 11, 2025
On March 11, 2025, Mary (Tate) Wagner, 88, passed away surrounded by the blessing and presence of family members. Incredibly fitting, as Mary was always surrounded by people who cared deeply for her. If you met her, you never forgot her. You do not forget authenticity.
Mary moved to Hampton with her parents, John and Julia Tate, from the Iron Range...
Kathleen "Kathy" Schackman
March 11, 2025
Kathleen L. "Kathy" Schackman, age 69 of Hastings, passed away at home on Tuesday morning, March 11, 2025.
Kathleen Lucille, the daughter of Eric and Clarice (Fondow) Holmlund, was born on November 19, 1955, in South Minneapolis. Following her graduation from Henry High School, Kathy briefly worked in debt collection agencies prior to her longtime career in retail merchandizing and sales....
Julie Ann Schultz
March 11, 2025
Julie A. Schultz, age 53, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. Julie was born on September 23, 1971, in St. Paul, Minnesota, the youngest of three children to Lawrence and Eileen (Schouveller) Schmitz.
Julie attended Mounds View High School, where she participated in volleyball, proudly served as the Mustang mascot, and...
Martha M. Tanke
March 10, 2025
Martha M. Tanke, age 67, of Rosemount, passed away peacefully at M Health Fairview Ridges in Burnsville on Monday morning, March 10, 2025.
Martha was born on July 18, 1957. Following her graduation from Rosemount Senior High School, class of 1975, Martha continued her education and received an Associates Degree. She was a longtime employee at Andersen Windows in Bayport, where...
LaDonna Mae Flynn
March 9, 2025
LaDonna M. Flynn, age 81, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN.
She was born in South Saint Paul on July 29, 1943, to Aloysius and Edith (Chapdelaine) McNamara, the fifth of eight children.
Donna attended St. Augustine Catholic school for elementary and graduated from South Saint Paul...
Rosalia Regis Voelker
March 9, 2025
During the warm sunrise of March 9th, 2025, Rosalia “Rosie” Regis Voelker, a doting wife, mother, grandmother, sister, relative, and friend, began her journey to heaven while at her home in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Rosie was surrounded by her children and one of her sons-in-law as she took her last breath after a long courageous battle with cancer. She left...
La Verne H. Lager
March 6, 2025
La Verne Lager, age 93, passed away on March 6, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. La Verne was born on July 15, 1931, in Mayville Township, Houston County, MN, to Herbert and Inga (Nelson) Lager. He attended rural schools and graduated from Caledonia High School in 1948.
He served in the United States Air Force. La Verne married Erma Peter, of Caledonia,...
Renée K. Durda
March 5, 2025
Renée K. Durda, age 81 of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Donald & Renée Trucker. Renée is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years, Stan; daughter, Monique (Scott) Morton; brothers, Chuck (Sharon) Trucker and Victor Trucker; other relatives and friends.
Renée was born in Louisiana, but...
Jane F. Eberspacher
March 4, 2025
Jane found joy in spending time with family. Whether it was as the middle child with eight brothers and sisters on the farm or at the cabin with her grandkids, Jane created long-lasting memories with those around her. She spent her final days sharing those fond memories—memories others will have for their lifetimes.
Jane Frances Eberspacher, 83, of Hastings, Minnesota, died...
Bradd H. McNaughton
March 2, 2025
Bradd H. McNaughton, age 74 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday morning, March 2, 2025. Bradd carried through his diagnosis with strength and courage right to his final moments here on earth.
Bradd Henry, the son of John and Delores (Schroeder) McNaughton, was born along with his twin brother Bruce "Duke", on February...
Robert "Bob" Y. McCulloch Sr.
March 23, 2025
Robert “Bob” Y. McCulloch Sr.
Age 94 of Apple Valley (formerly of Minneapolis), passed peacefully on March 23, 2025. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary; daughter, Linda Colbert; son, Ronald Roloff; parents, George & Urma; and siblings. Survived by his grandchildren, Kevin (Roslyn) Roloff, Melissa Roloff, Holly (Justin) Kevelin, and Jennifer (Ryan) Geringer; great-grandchildren, Bryce, Justin, Mariah, Breanna, Mason,...
Brenda Sue Williams
March 22, 2025
Brenda S. Williams, age 82, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Episcopal Church Homes of Minnesota.
Brenda was born on October 7, 1942, in Evansville, Indiana, to Erwin and Rosella (Kissinger) Williams. Alongside her sister Jeannine and their mother, she later moved to Minnesota, where they eventually made their home in Cottage Grove.
Brenda had...
Rebecca "Becky" Lynn Brainard (Olson)
March 21, 2025
Rebecca "Becky" Brainard (Olson)
Age 57, was born on August 25th, 1967, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and passed away unexpectedly at her home in Richfield, Minnesota, on March 21, 2025.
Becky was known for her quick wit, sense of humor, and deep love for animals. She had a big heart and cared greatly for her friends and family, always ready to lend a...
Diane Nancy VanDervort
March 19, 2025
Diane N. VanDervort, age 84, of Hastings and formerly of Virginia, MN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Augustana Health Care Center.
A child of God, Diane was a cherished daughter, wife, mom, grandma "Memaw," and great-grandma. She was born on June 5, 1940, to Irma (Seeman) and Stanley "Bud" Paulsen in Duluth, MN. Diane grew up in...
Jeanne E. McGree
March 16, 2025
Jeanne Eleanor McGree (Miller), age 95, of Hastings, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Jeanne was born the sixth of eight children in Red Wing, MN to Frank and Gertrude (O’Keefe) Miller of Belchester, MN on September 3, 1929.
She attended school at St. Mary’s in Belchester until they moved to Hastings. She went...
Juan Hernandez Carrillo
March 15, 2025
Juan Hernández conocido como Cañas, de 37 años de Bloomington falleció el sábado 15 de Marzo de 2025 en Burnsville. Juan nació el 10 de febrero de 1988 en Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. Fue el cuarto de cinco hijos.
Juan emigró a los Estados Unidos, donde dedicó sus últimos años amar y apoyar asu pareja y hijos. Tres hijos en México (Pedro,...
Maryann (Geer) Foster
March 15, 2025
Maryann Foster, age 90 of Northfield, passed away peacefully at Hastings Senior Health & Living on Saturday evening, March 15, 2025.
Maryann, the daughter of William and Alma (Pfarr) Geer, was born in Minneapolis on December 5, 1934. Following her graduation with honors from South High in 1952, Maryann first worked as a telephone operator and later in the lab at...
Walter "Wally" H. Krantz
March 15, 2025
Walter Henry Krantz
Born on November 1, 1928 in South Minneapolis to John Walfred and Beda Hemmingson Krantz. He passed into eternal life on March 15, 2025, at the age of 96.
He was known as Wally by everyone who knew him. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in December 1947. After high school he worked for Strutwear Knitting Company doing machinery...
Linda J. Braatz
March 14, 2025
Linda Jane (Johnson) Braatz entered her heavenly home on March 14, 2025. She was born on August 16, 1950, in Litchfield, MN, the middle daughter of Ben and Loretta Johnson.
Lin spent her childhood on the farm in Litchfield. She married her childhood sweetheart, Larry Braatz in 1969. She worked as a bank teller for many years and, before retiring, she...
Michael Jude Langenfeld
March 12, 2025
Michael (Mike) Jude Langenfeld, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, after a long heroic battle with life.
A lifelong resident of Hastings, Mike leaves this world with only one regret. He never successfully orchestrated an opportunity to yell, “You’ll never take me alive, Copper”.
Born on December 24, 1947, this future Mayor of Christmas Town (you can look it...
Mary A. (Tate) Wagner
March 11, 2025
On March 11, 2025, Mary (Tate) Wagner, 88, passed away surrounded by the blessing and presence of family members. Incredibly fitting, as Mary was always surrounded by people who cared deeply for her. If you met her, you never forgot her. You do not forget authenticity.
Mary moved to Hampton with her parents, John and Julia Tate, from the Iron Range...
Kathleen "Kathy" Schackman
March 11, 2025
Kathleen L. "Kathy" Schackman, age 69 of Hastings, passed away at home on Tuesday morning, March 11, 2025.
Kathleen Lucille, the daughter of Eric and Clarice (Fondow) Holmlund, was born on November 19, 1955, in South Minneapolis. Following her graduation from Henry High School, Kathy briefly worked in debt collection agencies prior to her longtime career in retail merchandizing and sales....
Julie Ann Schultz
March 11, 2025
Julie A. Schultz, age 53, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. Julie was born on September 23, 1971, in St. Paul, Minnesota, the youngest of three children to Lawrence and Eileen (Schouveller) Schmitz.
Julie attended Mounds View High School, where she participated in volleyball, proudly served as the Mustang mascot, and...
Martha M. Tanke
March 10, 2025
Martha M. Tanke, age 67, of Rosemount, passed away peacefully at M Health Fairview Ridges in Burnsville on Monday morning, March 10, 2025.
Martha was born on July 18, 1957. Following her graduation from Rosemount Senior High School, class of 1975, Martha continued her education and received an Associates Degree. She was a longtime employee at Andersen Windows in Bayport, where...
LaDonna Mae Flynn
March 9, 2025
LaDonna M. Flynn, age 81, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN.
She was born in South Saint Paul on July 29, 1943, to Aloysius and Edith (Chapdelaine) McNamara, the fifth of eight children.
Donna attended St. Augustine Catholic school for elementary and graduated from South Saint Paul...
Rosalia Regis Voelker
March 9, 2025
During the warm sunrise of March 9th, 2025, Rosalia “Rosie” Regis Voelker, a doting wife, mother, grandmother, sister, relative, and friend, began her journey to heaven while at her home in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Rosie was surrounded by her children and one of her sons-in-law as she took her last breath after a long courageous battle with cancer. She left...
La Verne H. Lager
March 6, 2025
La Verne Lager, age 93, passed away on March 6, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. La Verne was born on July 15, 1931, in Mayville Township, Houston County, MN, to Herbert and Inga (Nelson) Lager. He attended rural schools and graduated from Caledonia High School in 1948.
He served in the United States Air Force. La Verne married Erma Peter, of Caledonia,...
Renée K. Durda
March 5, 2025
Renée K. Durda, age 81 of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Donald & Renée Trucker. Renée is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years, Stan; daughter, Monique (Scott) Morton; brothers, Chuck (Sharon) Trucker and Victor Trucker; other relatives and friends.
Renée was born in Louisiana, but...
Jane F. Eberspacher
March 4, 2025
Jane found joy in spending time with family. Whether it was as the middle child with eight brothers and sisters on the farm or at the cabin with her grandkids, Jane created long-lasting memories with those around her. She spent her final days sharing those fond memories—memories others will have for their lifetimes.
Jane Frances Eberspacher, 83, of Hastings, Minnesota, died...
Bradd H. McNaughton
March 2, 2025
Bradd H. McNaughton, age 74 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday morning, March 2, 2025. Bradd carried through his diagnosis with strength and courage right to his final moments here on earth.
Bradd Henry, the son of John and Delores (Schroeder) McNaughton, was born along with his twin brother Bruce "Duke", on February...
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