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Dorothy M. Dalaska

Dorothy M. Dalaska

February 1, 2018

Dorothy M. Dalaska, age 96 of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday afternoon, February 1, 2018, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Dorothy Mary, the daughter of Frank and Ruth (Minter) Hyde, was born on September 5, 1921, in Pine Island, Minnesota. On April 13, 1940, she was united in marriage to Robert Dalaska in Le Center, and they were...

Jean M. Mattila

Jean M. Mattila

February 1, 2018

Jean M. Mattila (Rowan), age 60 of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2018. Jean was born July 9th, 1957, in Hastings, Minnesota to Ray and Georgia (Robinson) Rowan. Shemarried Steve Mattila on January 20th, 1979. Her family grew when they welcomed their daughter Lynn, son Robert, and youngest son Jesse over the years. Jean welcomed her first...

Donald G. Hunecke

Donald G. Hunecke

February 1, 2018

Donald George Hunecke, the son of Edwin and Ruth Hunecke was born on April 24, 1923, in Frontenac, Minnesota. On June 24, 1951, Don was united in marriage to June “Charlotte” Weed at the Church of the Brethren in Surrey, North Dakota. He was a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and great uncle. Don was born and raised in Frontenac,...

John "Jack" Leon Rogers

John "Jack" Leon Rogers

January 31, 2018

Rogers, John “Jack” Leon

Age 70 of Minneapolis, born January 20, 1948, passed away January 31, 2018. Jack was an avid student with varied interests and enjoyed bible study, singing, and the company of friends and family.  He loved sports and talking politics.  People were drawn to Jack’s humor, gentle manner and forgiving spirit. He had a compassionate soul that reflected...

Robert John Samargia

Robert John Samargia

January 29, 2018

Robert John Samargia, (72), formerly of Gilbert, died Monday, January 29, 2018, at the Minnesota Veterans Home, Minneapolis, MN.

Robert was born on May 3, 1945 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to George and Olive (Cook) Samargia. At an early age, his parents moved back to the area and he was raised in Gilbert where he attended Gilbert High School graduating in 1963....

Wayne E. Gross

Wayne E. Gross

January 28, 2018

Gross, Wayne of Mpls, passed away at the age of 57. Preceded in death by mother, Karen; brothers, Tim and Ricky. Wayne was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He was also a Vikings and Twins fan. Wayne is survived by his father, Richard; sister Carol (Ron) Tosten-son; brother, Doug (Lori); sister in law, Tasia; nieces, nephews, relatives...

Wendy M Bogatzki Welsch

Wendy M Bogatzki Welsch

January 28, 2018

Wendy M. Bogatzki

Age 67 of Lakeville, born September 6, 1950 in Owatonna to Charles and Wanda Welsch, passed away January 28, 2018 while on vacation with her friends and family in Mexico. Wendy worked for many years in the insurance industry. She also loved to travel and spend time with her friends and family. Wendy will be dearly missed by...

Gerald Wenderski

Gerald Wenderski

January 25, 2018

Wenderski, Gerald “Jerry”

Age 62 of Apple Valley, passed away on January 25, 2018. Preceded in death by his mother, Mary; and good friend, Tom Buckholz. Survived by his children, Dan (Allison) Wenderski and Sara Wenderski; grandson, Conrad Wenderski; brothers, Larry (Carol) and James Wenderski; and many beloved pets. Jerry loved spending time with his grandson and enjoyed target shooting. Memorial...

Kristin Langenfeld

Kristin Langenfeld

January 24, 2018

Kristin L. Langenfeld, age 47 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Wednesday morning, January 24, 2018. Kristin Leah, the daughter of Gary and Cheryl (Mayers) Hilmer, was born on September 7, 1970, in Rochester, Minnesota. Kristin attended high school in Cottage Grove and graduated with the class of 1988. On April 21, 2001, she was united...

Gerald M. Hughes

Gerald M. Hughes

January 24, 2018

Gerald M. Hughes, age 86, of Hastings, passed away January 24, 2018 at his home. He was born on July 23, 1931 in Brainerd, MN to Harry and Marian Hughes. He married Shirley on June 25, 1977. Gerald worked in the St. Paul Stockyards and also owned and operated Hughes Pumping Service. Gerald is preceded in death by his...

Betty Jane Capron

Betty Jane Capron

January 24, 2018

Betty Jane Capron “Marine Betty', age 95, of Fort Meyers, FL, passed away peacefully after a battle with Alzheimer’s on January 24, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, and brother, Robert Capron. Survived by brother, Ray (Jeannine) Gilman; sister, Margaret Klein (passed away 4/1/18); brother, Michael (Mary Lou) Gilman; many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will...

Rita A. Wells

Rita A. Wells

January 23, 2018

Rita A. Wells, age 77, of Welch, passed away January 23, 2018 at Red Wing Health Center. She was born on August 29, 1940 to John & Frances (Knoll) Reinardy in Hastings. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1958. Rita married her long time partner, Vine Wells in 2006. She loved crocheting, plants, and being outside. She also...

James E. Schulz

James E. Schulz

January 22, 2018

Born July 14, 1973.  Passed January 22, 2018.  He leaves behind wife, Rebecca; children, Austin, Eian and Skyler; parents, James (Franceen) Thurstin and Kathleen (Robert) Boeck; sister, Meliza Thurstin; step siblings, Melanie Jackson and John Boeck.  Memorial service at 11am on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave, Apple Valley, MN.  Memorials preferred to family.

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Benjamin "Ben" Sontag

Benjamin "Ben" Sontag

January 21, 2018

Benjamin "Ben" Sontag, longtime business owner and resident of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, January 21, 2018, at United Hospital in St. Paul, at the age of 96. Benjamin St. John, the son of Harold and Kathleen (St. John) Sontag, was born on July 24, 1921, in Lakefield, Minnesota. Following his graduation from Lakefield High School with...

Raymond L. Bowar

Raymond L. Bowar

January 20, 2018

Raymond L. Bowar, age 87, of Hastings, passed away at Regina Senior Living on January 20, 2018. He was born on January 13, 1931, in Faulkton, SD to Joseph and Angeline Bowar. After graduation, he attended St. John's University in Collegeville, MN and then enlisted in the Coast Guard for 3 years. After helping his dad on the farm...

Virginia I. Kane

Virginia I. Kane

January 20, 2018

Kane, Virginia I. “Gina”

Age 97 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles A. Kane; sisters, Patricia Richter and Dona McGinnis. Survived by her children, Candy (John) Samuelson, Terry (Tracy), Richard, Catherine and Bill (Lisa) Kane; 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. The loss of “Aunt Gina” will be felt by...

Marcella F. Crear

Marcella F. Crear

January 19, 2018

Marcella F. Crear, age 89 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday morning, January 19, 2018, at Woodlyn Heights Healthcare Center in Inver Grove Heights. Marcella, the daughter of Robert and Lulla (Hansen) Yde, was born on January 1, 1929, near Luck, Wisconsin. Marcella was a longtime employee at Sears in the mail order department. She enjoyed her lunches with...

Gary "Buckwheat" Heesch

Gary "Buckwheat" Heesch

January 19, 2018

Gary "Buckwheat" Heesch, age 77 of Stillwater and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday afternoon, January 19, 2018, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Gary William, the son of Otto and Lillian (Gabbert) Heesch, was born on October 21, 1940, in Hankinson, North Dakota. Following his graduation from Hastings High School, Buckwheat began working at HD Hudson for...

Raymond "Ray" A. Hanken

Raymond "Ray" A. Hanken

January 19, 2018

Raymond "Ray" Hanken, age 65 of Prescott, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday afternoon, January 19, 2018, following a long battle with cancer. Raymond Adolph, the son of Raymond and Margaret (McMullen) Hanken, was born on April 11, 1952, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Following his graduation from Prescott High School in 1970, Ray began...

Ruth A. Rucinski

Ruth A. Rucinski

January 19, 2018

Rucinski, Ruth A.

Age 94 of Apple Valley, formerly of Burnsville and Minneapolis, born Feb. 25, 1923 in Montevideo, MN to Alfred & Coila Holen, passed away peacefully January 19, 2018.  Ruth was a lifetime member of Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.  She is preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill”. Ruth will be dearly missed by her children:...

Dorothy M. Dalaska

Dorothy M. Dalaska

February 1, 2018

Dorothy M. Dalaska, age 96 of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday afternoon, February 1, 2018, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Dorothy Mary, the daughter of Frank and Ruth (Minter) Hyde, was born on September 5, 1921, in Pine Island, Minnesota. On April 13, 1940, she was united in marriage to Robert Dalaska in Le Center, and they were...

Jean M. Mattila

Jean M. Mattila

February 1, 2018

Jean M. Mattila (Rowan), age 60 of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2018. Jean was born July 9th, 1957, in Hastings, Minnesota to Ray and Georgia (Robinson) Rowan. Shemarried Steve Mattila on January 20th, 1979. Her family grew when they welcomed their daughter Lynn, son Robert, and youngest son Jesse over the years. Jean welcomed her first...

Donald G. Hunecke

Donald G. Hunecke

February 1, 2018

Donald George Hunecke, the son of Edwin and Ruth Hunecke was born on April 24, 1923, in Frontenac, Minnesota. On June 24, 1951, Don was united in marriage to June “Charlotte” Weed at the Church of the Brethren in Surrey, North Dakota. He was a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and great uncle. Don was born and raised in Frontenac,...

John "Jack" Leon Rogers

John "Jack" Leon Rogers

January 31, 2018

Rogers, John “Jack” Leon

Age 70 of Minneapolis, born January 20, 1948, passed away January 31, 2018. Jack was an avid student with varied interests and enjoyed bible study, singing, and the company of friends and family.  He loved sports and talking politics.  People were drawn to Jack’s humor, gentle manner and forgiving spirit. He had a compassionate soul that reflected...

Robert John Samargia

Robert John Samargia

January 29, 2018

Robert John Samargia, (72), formerly of Gilbert, died Monday, January 29, 2018, at the Minnesota Veterans Home, Minneapolis, MN.

Robert was born on May 3, 1945 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to George and Olive (Cook) Samargia. At an early age, his parents moved back to the area and he was raised in Gilbert where he attended Gilbert High School graduating in 1963....

Wayne E. Gross

Wayne E. Gross

January 28, 2018

Gross, Wayne of Mpls, passed away at the age of 57. Preceded in death by mother, Karen; brothers, Tim and Ricky. Wayne was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He was also a Vikings and Twins fan. Wayne is survived by his father, Richard; sister Carol (Ron) Tosten-son; brother, Doug (Lori); sister in law, Tasia; nieces, nephews, relatives...

Wendy M Bogatzki Welsch

Wendy M Bogatzki Welsch

January 28, 2018

Wendy M. Bogatzki

Age 67 of Lakeville, born September 6, 1950 in Owatonna to Charles and Wanda Welsch, passed away January 28, 2018 while on vacation with her friends and family in Mexico. Wendy worked for many years in the insurance industry. She also loved to travel and spend time with her friends and family. Wendy will be dearly missed by...

Gerald Wenderski

Gerald Wenderski

January 25, 2018

Wenderski, Gerald “Jerry”

Age 62 of Apple Valley, passed away on January 25, 2018. Preceded in death by his mother, Mary; and good friend, Tom Buckholz. Survived by his children, Dan (Allison) Wenderski and Sara Wenderski; grandson, Conrad Wenderski; brothers, Larry (Carol) and James Wenderski; and many beloved pets. Jerry loved spending time with his grandson and enjoyed target shooting. Memorial...

Kristin Langenfeld

Kristin Langenfeld

January 24, 2018

Kristin L. Langenfeld, age 47 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Wednesday morning, January 24, 2018. Kristin Leah, the daughter of Gary and Cheryl (Mayers) Hilmer, was born on September 7, 1970, in Rochester, Minnesota. Kristin attended high school in Cottage Grove and graduated with the class of 1988. On April 21, 2001, she was united...

Gerald M. Hughes

Gerald M. Hughes

January 24, 2018

Gerald M. Hughes, age 86, of Hastings, passed away January 24, 2018 at his home. He was born on July 23, 1931 in Brainerd, MN to Harry and Marian Hughes. He married Shirley on June 25, 1977. Gerald worked in the St. Paul Stockyards and also owned and operated Hughes Pumping Service. Gerald is preceded in death by his...

Betty Jane Capron

Betty Jane Capron

January 24, 2018

Betty Jane Capron “Marine Betty', age 95, of Fort Meyers, FL, passed away peacefully after a battle with Alzheimer’s on January 24, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, and brother, Robert Capron. Survived by brother, Ray (Jeannine) Gilman; sister, Margaret Klein (passed away 4/1/18); brother, Michael (Mary Lou) Gilman; many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will...

Rita A. Wells

Rita A. Wells

January 23, 2018

Rita A. Wells, age 77, of Welch, passed away January 23, 2018 at Red Wing Health Center. She was born on August 29, 1940 to John & Frances (Knoll) Reinardy in Hastings. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1958. Rita married her long time partner, Vine Wells in 2006. She loved crocheting, plants, and being outside. She also...

James E. Schulz

James E. Schulz

January 22, 2018

Born July 14, 1973.  Passed January 22, 2018.  He leaves behind wife, Rebecca; children, Austin, Eian and Skyler; parents, James (Franceen) Thurstin and Kathleen (Robert) Boeck; sister, Meliza Thurstin; step siblings, Melanie Jackson and John Boeck.  Memorial service at 11am on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave, Apple Valley, MN.  Memorials preferred to family.

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Benjamin "Ben" Sontag

Benjamin "Ben" Sontag

January 21, 2018

Benjamin "Ben" Sontag, longtime business owner and resident of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, January 21, 2018, at United Hospital in St. Paul, at the age of 96. Benjamin St. John, the son of Harold and Kathleen (St. John) Sontag, was born on July 24, 1921, in Lakefield, Minnesota. Following his graduation from Lakefield High School with...

Raymond L. Bowar

Raymond L. Bowar

January 20, 2018

Raymond L. Bowar, age 87, of Hastings, passed away at Regina Senior Living on January 20, 2018. He was born on January 13, 1931, in Faulkton, SD to Joseph and Angeline Bowar. After graduation, he attended St. John's University in Collegeville, MN and then enlisted in the Coast Guard for 3 years. After helping his dad on the farm...

Virginia I. Kane

Virginia I. Kane

January 20, 2018

Kane, Virginia I. “Gina”

Age 97 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles A. Kane; sisters, Patricia Richter and Dona McGinnis. Survived by her children, Candy (John) Samuelson, Terry (Tracy), Richard, Catherine and Bill (Lisa) Kane; 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. The loss of “Aunt Gina” will be felt by...

Marcella F. Crear

Marcella F. Crear

January 19, 2018

Marcella F. Crear, age 89 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday morning, January 19, 2018, at Woodlyn Heights Healthcare Center in Inver Grove Heights. Marcella, the daughter of Robert and Lulla (Hansen) Yde, was born on January 1, 1929, near Luck, Wisconsin. Marcella was a longtime employee at Sears in the mail order department. She enjoyed her lunches with...

Gary "Buckwheat" Heesch

Gary "Buckwheat" Heesch

January 19, 2018

Gary "Buckwheat" Heesch, age 77 of Stillwater and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday afternoon, January 19, 2018, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Gary William, the son of Otto and Lillian (Gabbert) Heesch, was born on October 21, 1940, in Hankinson, North Dakota. Following his graduation from Hastings High School, Buckwheat began working at HD Hudson for...

Raymond "Ray" A. Hanken

Raymond "Ray" A. Hanken

January 19, 2018

Raymond "Ray" Hanken, age 65 of Prescott, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday afternoon, January 19, 2018, following a long battle with cancer. Raymond Adolph, the son of Raymond and Margaret (McMullen) Hanken, was born on April 11, 1952, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Following his graduation from Prescott High School in 1970, Ray began...

Ruth A. Rucinski

Ruth A. Rucinski

January 19, 2018

Rucinski, Ruth A.

Age 94 of Apple Valley, formerly of Burnsville and Minneapolis, born Feb. 25, 1923 in Montevideo, MN to Alfred & Coila Holen, passed away peacefully January 19, 2018.  Ruth was a lifetime member of Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.  She is preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill”. Ruth will be dearly missed by her children:...

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