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Randall E. Overstreet

Randall E. Overstreet

December 4, 2017

Randall E. Overstreet, age 89 of Hastings, died peacefully on Monday evening, December 4, 2017, at Augustana Care Center of Hastings, following a recent stroke. Randall Eugene, the son of Omer and Ina (Miller) Overstreet, was born on January 11, 1928, near Spickard, Missouri. Following his education, Randall enlisted in the Merchant Marines where he served for one year...

Deryl W. Watson

Deryl W. Watson

December 3, 2017

Deryl W. Watson, age 80, of Newport, passed away December 3, 2017 at Regions Hospital. He was born on February 25, 1937 in St. Charles, Minnesota to Sidney & Mildred (Gleason) Watson. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Darren Watson; stepson, Terry Westman; sister, Shirley Perrault. Deryl is survived by his wife, Carol Ann Watson; children,...

Lorraine Gustafson (Peterson)

Lorraine Gustafson (Peterson)

December 1, 2017

Lorraine Gustafson (Peterson) age 89 passed away Friday, December 1. Preceded in death by husband, Howard; brothers, J.R. and Bud. Lorraine is survived by her children, Sue (Grant) Logan and John; sister, Marilyn; brothers, Philip and Stanley; grandchildren, Zachary (Laura), Nicole (Shawn), Alex and many relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held 11 am Wednesday, December 6, at Henry...

Chad D. Johnson

Chad D. Johnson

November 28, 2017

Chad D. Johnson, age 41 of St. Cloud, died suddenly but peacefully on Tuesday afternoon, November 28, 2017, in St. Cloud. Chad Douglas, the son of Douglas and Deborah (Tix) Johnson, was born on May 13, 1976, in Hastings. Chad began his schooling in Hastings, and later attended Cambridge and Isanti Public Schools. Following his education, he enlisted in...

Kenneth R. Macheska

Kenneth R. Macheska

November 26, 2017

Kenneth R. 'Silver' Macheska, age 77, of Hastings, passed away at United Hospital in St. Paul on November 26, 2017. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Pearl (McCoy) Macheska; son, William; sisters, Lorraine and Marion; and brothers, Don and Dale. Survived by his wife, Joanne 'Josie'; children, Kim, and Michael (fiance, Becky); grandchildren, Jonathan (girlfriend, Katie), Dustin,...

Garland H. Green

Garland H. Green

November 26, 2017

Garland H. Green, age 75 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, November 26, 2017, at Woodbury Health Care Center following an extended illness. Garland Herbert, the son of Garland and Velva (Breivig) Green, was born on October 22, 1942, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Following his education at Fall Creek High School, Garland began his career in public...

Arthur "Art" Groth

Arthur "Art" Groth

November 26, 2017

Arthur "Art" Groth, age 79 of Prescott, Wisconsin and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully on Sunday morning, November 26, 2017, at Prescott Nursing and Rehab. Arthur Otto, the son of Arthur A. and Adel E. (Pieper) Groth, was born on July 4, 1938, in West St. Paul. Following his graduation from Hastings High School with the class of 1957,...

John "Jack" Franklin

John "Jack" Franklin

November 26, 2017

John "Jack" Franklin, age 69 of Hastings, died suddenly on Sunday afternoon, November 26, 2017, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul. John Edward, the son of James and Mary (McCarthy) Franklin, was born on February 27, 1948, in Boston, Massachusetts. At a young age, Jacks family moved to Randolph, Massachusetts, where he attended and graduated from Randolph Public High...

Richard D. Rowe

Richard D. Rowe

November 26, 2017

Rowe, Richard D. “Dick”

Age 69, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 26, 2017 after a five year battle with PSP Parkinson’s disease.  He was an enlisted Naval Officer and a 38+ year employee of Sperry/Unisys/Lockheed-Martin as a Systems Engineer.  Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Bertha and sister, Sandra.  Survived by loving wife of 47+ years,...

Gloria M. Norum

Gloria M. Norum

November 22, 2017

Gloria M. Norum, age 87 of St. Paul, died peacefully on Wednesday morning, November 22, 2017, at Woodbury Health Care Center. Gloria M., the daughter of Jesse Smith and Alice Gardner, was born on April 2, 1930, near Gary, Minnesota. On December 13, 1948, Gloria was united in marriage to Arne Norum in St. Paul. She was a longtime...

Rosemary Dulas

Rosemary Dulas

November 21, 2017

Rosemary Ida Dulas, age 75, of Burnsville, passed away at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park on November 21, 2017. She was born February 15, 1942 in Minnesota Lake, MN to Arthur and Edna (Braatz) Putz. Throughout her life, she was employed at Unity Hospital, Bachman's Floral, Abdallah Candies and Easter Lutheran Church. Rosemary was preceded in death by...

Joann M. Rechtzigel

Joann M. Rechtzigel

November 20, 2017

JoAnn M. Rechtzigel, age 86 formerly of Rosemount, died peacefully Monday evening, November 20, 2017, at Wealshire of Bloomington. Her passing comes just two weeks after the death of her husband, Marlin. JoAnn Marie, the daughter of Alden and Frances (Doeden) Carey, was born on November 29, 1930, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. JoAnn graduated from Marshall High School in Minneapolis...

Robert Joseph Nowak

Robert Joseph Nowak

November 20, 2017

Robert J. Nowak of Hastings, formerly of Milwaukee, WI, died peacefully Monday, November 20, 2017 at Augustana Care Center in Hastings, Minnesota. Robert Joseph was born March, 24, 1936 to Joseph Nowak and Mary (Viduski) Nowak in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he grew up and also graduated high school. Robert lived in the Milwaukee area most of his life. He...

Joyce M. Peterson

Joyce M. Peterson

November 20, 2017

Peterson, Joyce M.

Age 97 of Minneapolis, born June 7, 1920 in Pequot Lakes, MN to August & Elizabeth Brunes, passed away, November 20, 2017.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold; sister, Marian Anderson and brothers: Lawrence, Arthur, James and Philip Brunes.  Joyce will be dearly missed by her daughter, Charlotte (Lowell) Anderson; son, John (Gloria) Peterson; grandchildren:...

Grace M. Neumann

Grace M. Neumann

November 19, 2017

Neumann, Grace M.

“Amazing Grace” Age 91 of Minneapolis, born June 29, 1926 in Outlook, MT to Rev. Herbert and Julianna Kothe, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Nov. 19, 2017.  Grace enjoyed being a part of the Faith Ev. Luth Church family for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin; son, Thomas and brothers, Theodore...

Evelyn Chorlton

Evelyn Chorlton

November 18, 2017

Evelyn Chorlton, age 87, of Hastings, formerly of North Dakota, passed away at Regina Hospital on November 18, 2017. A complete obituary is coming soon.

John J. Kostecky

John J. Kostecky

November 14, 2017

Kostecky, John J. Age 67, of Mpls. passed away peacefully on Nov 14, 2017 in the arms of his loving wife, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. John is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carol; his children, Mark (Amanda Riek), Karen (Jason) LeZalla and Daniel (Susan); and grandchildren: Jack, Thatcher, Finn and Averie LeZalla, Isaac...

Kathleen Ann Mcdougall

Kathleen Ann Mcdougall

November 13, 2017

57,  passed away November 13, 2017.  She was born in San Jose, CA on December 7, 1959 to Bill and Carolyn McDougall.  

Kat was the oldest of four sisters and always led the way in bringing armloads of books home from the bookmobile. 

“Mac,” as she came to be known by friends,  grew up in Minnesota, attending Rosemount High School,...

Margaret "Peggy" Bird

Margaret "Peggy" Bird

November 12, 2017

Margaret A. “Peggy” Bird, age 75, of Hastings, passed away at St. John’s Hospital, in Maplewood, MN on November 12, 2017. She was born on October 28, 1942 in Hastings, MN to parents, Paul and Dorothy (Ulbrich) Maher. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Bill Maher; and husband; Dick Bird. Margaret is survived by beloved son,...

Gerald R. Seaton

Gerald R. Seaton

November 11, 2017

Gerald R. Seaton, age 83 of Spring Hill, Florida, formerly of Hastings and the Brainerd Lakes area, died peacefully Saturday evening, November 11, 2017, at Sturgill Hospice House in Brooksville, Florida. Gerald was a Naval Aviator and following his Naval career, was employed at Northwest Airlines as a commercial airline pilot. He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Randall E. Overstreet

Randall E. Overstreet

December 4, 2017

Randall E. Overstreet, age 89 of Hastings, died peacefully on Monday evening, December 4, 2017, at Augustana Care Center of Hastings, following a recent stroke. Randall Eugene, the son of Omer and Ina (Miller) Overstreet, was born on January 11, 1928, near Spickard, Missouri. Following his education, Randall enlisted in the Merchant Marines where he served for one year...

Deryl W. Watson

Deryl W. Watson

December 3, 2017

Deryl W. Watson, age 80, of Newport, passed away December 3, 2017 at Regions Hospital. He was born on February 25, 1937 in St. Charles, Minnesota to Sidney & Mildred (Gleason) Watson. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Darren Watson; stepson, Terry Westman; sister, Shirley Perrault. Deryl is survived by his wife, Carol Ann Watson; children,...

Lorraine Gustafson (Peterson)

Lorraine Gustafson (Peterson)

December 1, 2017

Lorraine Gustafson (Peterson) age 89 passed away Friday, December 1. Preceded in death by husband, Howard; brothers, J.R. and Bud. Lorraine is survived by her children, Sue (Grant) Logan and John; sister, Marilyn; brothers, Philip and Stanley; grandchildren, Zachary (Laura), Nicole (Shawn), Alex and many relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held 11 am Wednesday, December 6, at Henry...

Chad D. Johnson

Chad D. Johnson

November 28, 2017

Chad D. Johnson, age 41 of St. Cloud, died suddenly but peacefully on Tuesday afternoon, November 28, 2017, in St. Cloud. Chad Douglas, the son of Douglas and Deborah (Tix) Johnson, was born on May 13, 1976, in Hastings. Chad began his schooling in Hastings, and later attended Cambridge and Isanti Public Schools. Following his education, he enlisted in...

Kenneth R. Macheska

Kenneth R. Macheska

November 26, 2017

Kenneth R. 'Silver' Macheska, age 77, of Hastings, passed away at United Hospital in St. Paul on November 26, 2017. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Pearl (McCoy) Macheska; son, William; sisters, Lorraine and Marion; and brothers, Don and Dale. Survived by his wife, Joanne 'Josie'; children, Kim, and Michael (fiance, Becky); grandchildren, Jonathan (girlfriend, Katie), Dustin,...

Garland H. Green

Garland H. Green

November 26, 2017

Garland H. Green, age 75 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, November 26, 2017, at Woodbury Health Care Center following an extended illness. Garland Herbert, the son of Garland and Velva (Breivig) Green, was born on October 22, 1942, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Following his education at Fall Creek High School, Garland began his career in public...

Arthur "Art" Groth

Arthur "Art" Groth

November 26, 2017

Arthur "Art" Groth, age 79 of Prescott, Wisconsin and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully on Sunday morning, November 26, 2017, at Prescott Nursing and Rehab. Arthur Otto, the son of Arthur A. and Adel E. (Pieper) Groth, was born on July 4, 1938, in West St. Paul. Following his graduation from Hastings High School with the class of 1957,...

John "Jack" Franklin

John "Jack" Franklin

November 26, 2017

John "Jack" Franklin, age 69 of Hastings, died suddenly on Sunday afternoon, November 26, 2017, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul. John Edward, the son of James and Mary (McCarthy) Franklin, was born on February 27, 1948, in Boston, Massachusetts. At a young age, Jacks family moved to Randolph, Massachusetts, where he attended and graduated from Randolph Public High...

Richard D. Rowe

Richard D. Rowe

November 26, 2017

Rowe, Richard D. “Dick”

Age 69, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 26, 2017 after a five year battle with PSP Parkinson’s disease.  He was an enlisted Naval Officer and a 38+ year employee of Sperry/Unisys/Lockheed-Martin as a Systems Engineer.  Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Bertha and sister, Sandra.  Survived by loving wife of 47+ years,...

Gloria M. Norum

Gloria M. Norum

November 22, 2017

Gloria M. Norum, age 87 of St. Paul, died peacefully on Wednesday morning, November 22, 2017, at Woodbury Health Care Center. Gloria M., the daughter of Jesse Smith and Alice Gardner, was born on April 2, 1930, near Gary, Minnesota. On December 13, 1948, Gloria was united in marriage to Arne Norum in St. Paul. She was a longtime...

Rosemary Dulas

Rosemary Dulas

November 21, 2017

Rosemary Ida Dulas, age 75, of Burnsville, passed away at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park on November 21, 2017. She was born February 15, 1942 in Minnesota Lake, MN to Arthur and Edna (Braatz) Putz. Throughout her life, she was employed at Unity Hospital, Bachman's Floral, Abdallah Candies and Easter Lutheran Church. Rosemary was preceded in death by...

Joann M. Rechtzigel

Joann M. Rechtzigel

November 20, 2017

JoAnn M. Rechtzigel, age 86 formerly of Rosemount, died peacefully Monday evening, November 20, 2017, at Wealshire of Bloomington. Her passing comes just two weeks after the death of her husband, Marlin. JoAnn Marie, the daughter of Alden and Frances (Doeden) Carey, was born on November 29, 1930, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. JoAnn graduated from Marshall High School in Minneapolis...

Robert Joseph Nowak

Robert Joseph Nowak

November 20, 2017

Robert J. Nowak of Hastings, formerly of Milwaukee, WI, died peacefully Monday, November 20, 2017 at Augustana Care Center in Hastings, Minnesota. Robert Joseph was born March, 24, 1936 to Joseph Nowak and Mary (Viduski) Nowak in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he grew up and also graduated high school. Robert lived in the Milwaukee area most of his life. He...

Joyce M. Peterson

Joyce M. Peterson

November 20, 2017

Peterson, Joyce M.

Age 97 of Minneapolis, born June 7, 1920 in Pequot Lakes, MN to August & Elizabeth Brunes, passed away, November 20, 2017.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold; sister, Marian Anderson and brothers: Lawrence, Arthur, James and Philip Brunes.  Joyce will be dearly missed by her daughter, Charlotte (Lowell) Anderson; son, John (Gloria) Peterson; grandchildren:...

Grace M. Neumann

Grace M. Neumann

November 19, 2017

Neumann, Grace M.

“Amazing Grace” Age 91 of Minneapolis, born June 29, 1926 in Outlook, MT to Rev. Herbert and Julianna Kothe, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Nov. 19, 2017.  Grace enjoyed being a part of the Faith Ev. Luth Church family for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin; son, Thomas and brothers, Theodore...

Evelyn Chorlton

Evelyn Chorlton

November 18, 2017

Evelyn Chorlton, age 87, of Hastings, formerly of North Dakota, passed away at Regina Hospital on November 18, 2017. A complete obituary is coming soon.

John J. Kostecky

John J. Kostecky

November 14, 2017

Kostecky, John J. Age 67, of Mpls. passed away peacefully on Nov 14, 2017 in the arms of his loving wife, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. John is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carol; his children, Mark (Amanda Riek), Karen (Jason) LeZalla and Daniel (Susan); and grandchildren: Jack, Thatcher, Finn and Averie LeZalla, Isaac...

Kathleen Ann Mcdougall

Kathleen Ann Mcdougall

November 13, 2017

57,  passed away November 13, 2017.  She was born in San Jose, CA on December 7, 1959 to Bill and Carolyn McDougall.  

Kat was the oldest of four sisters and always led the way in bringing armloads of books home from the bookmobile. 

“Mac,” as she came to be known by friends,  grew up in Minnesota, attending Rosemount High School,...

Margaret "Peggy" Bird

Margaret "Peggy" Bird

November 12, 2017

Margaret A. “Peggy” Bird, age 75, of Hastings, passed away at St. John’s Hospital, in Maplewood, MN on November 12, 2017. She was born on October 28, 1942 in Hastings, MN to parents, Paul and Dorothy (Ulbrich) Maher. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Bill Maher; and husband; Dick Bird. Margaret is survived by beloved son,...

Gerald R. Seaton

Gerald R. Seaton

November 11, 2017

Gerald R. Seaton, age 83 of Spring Hill, Florida, formerly of Hastings and the Brainerd Lakes area, died peacefully Saturday evening, November 11, 2017, at Sturgill Hospice House in Brooksville, Florida. Gerald was a Naval Aviator and following his Naval career, was employed at Northwest Airlines as a commercial airline pilot. He was preceded in death by his parents,...

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