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Dorothy J. Most

Dorothy J. Most

August 21, 2017

Dorothy J. Most, age 67 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2017, at her home. Dorothy Joy, the daughter of Al and Marjorie Lanahan, was born on December 5, 1949, in St. Paul. She attended Henry Sibley High School in West St. Paul where she graduated with the class of 1967. She later married Allen "Al"...

Roy Glasby

Roy Glasby

August 20, 2017

Roy Glasby, age 62 of Cannon Falls, died peacefully at home on Sunday morning, August 20, 2017, following a recent battle with cancer. Roy Eugene, the son of Vernon and Matilda (Moes), was born on February 11, 1955, in Hastings. Following his graduation from Hastings High School with the class of 1973, Roy enlisted in the United States Army...

Elizabeth (Thue) Wiegrefe

Elizabeth (Thue) Wiegrefe

August 19, 2017

Elizabeth "Liz" Wiegrefe, age 67 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on Saturday evening, August 19, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Elizabeth Ann, the daughter of DeLoss "Del" and Esther (Overgaard) Thue, was born on February 24, 1950, in Glenwood, Minnesota. Liz attended Hastings High School and graduated in the top ten with the class of 1968. She...

Ruthann "Ruth" Joki

Ruthann "Ruth" Joki

August 19, 2017

Ruthann A. "Ruth" Joki, age 80 of Hastings and formerly of Minneapolis, died peacefully on August 19, 2017, at Regina Medical Center in Hastings, just days after the death of her husband.She is survived by her daughter Debbie Louis of Hastings, 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 23,...

Kristi Marie Lawless (Nee Holmen)

Kristi Marie Lawless (Nee Holmen)

August 17, 2017

54, of Lakeville, MN, passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2017.  Survived by husband, Pete; son, Matthew (Jamie); parents, James and Lyleen Holmen; siblings, Konni (Jerry), Kenni, Kevin (Julie) and Kelin (Laura); many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Memorial service at 5:30pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary in Apple Valley, 14850 Garrett Ave.  Visitation...

Melvin A. Elsner

Melvin A. Elsner

August 17, 2017

Elsner, Melvin A. of Mpls., born Nov. 24, 1923 passed away Thurs., Aug. 17.

Private family services at a later date.

Funeral Home Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, Minneapolis

Cemetery Pleasant View Memorial Gardens

James John Downey

James John Downey

August 16, 2017

James John Downey, age 83, of Hastings, MN, passed away on August 16, 2017 at Southview Acres in West St. Paul, MN. He was born on March 8, 1934 to James and Opal (Reasoner) Downey in Roan, Iowa. James married Theresa Teuber at St. Mary’s Church in New Trier in 1953. He was a U.S. Veteran and served in...

Daniel "Dan" Matheson

Daniel "Dan" Matheson

August 15, 2017

Matheson, Daniel “Dan” Age 60 of Apple Valley, went to be with the Lord on Aug. 15, 2017 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Roy & Arline Matheson. Survived by loving wife of 32 years, Brandesia “Brandy”; siblings, Bob (Nola), LuAnn (Phil) Aldrich and Randy (Katie); loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends....

Rose Marie Sieben

Rose Marie Sieben

August 14, 2017

Rose Marie Sieben, age 88, of Hastings, passed away surrounded by her family, after a brief illness on August 14, 2017. She was born in Hastings on December 2, 1928 to Lawrence and Marie (Heue) Augustine. Rose married Clarence Sieben at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Hastings on November 27, 1948. She graduated from Hastings High School and was...

Geraldine "Gerrie" Dillon

Geraldine "Gerrie" Dillon

August 13, 2017

Geraldine "Gerrie" Dillon, age 69 of Welch, died peacefully at home on Sunday afternoon, August 13, 2017, following a recent illness. In keeping with Gerries wishes, private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being completed by Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home Cremation Services of Hastings.

Viola  "Vi" E. Schaack

Viola "Vi" E. Schaack

August 10, 2017

Viola "Vi" Schaack, age 93 of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday morning, August 10, 2017, at Regina Medical Center in Hastings. Viola Elizabeth was born October 21, 1923 in Dundas, MN to John and Catherine (Fuchs) Zimmerman. She was united in marriage to Michael J. Schaack on September 8, 1943 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Miesville. They were...

Mary K. Mcgraw

Mary K. Mcgraw

August 9, 2017

Mary K. McGraw, age 69, of Hastings, passed away August 9, 2017, at United Hospital in St. Paul. She was born on December 23, 1947 to Frank and Eloise Dunn in Waseca, Minnesota. She graduated from Faribault High School with the class of 1965. On December 29, 1967 she married James McGraw at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in North...

John "Jack" Piehl

John "Jack" Piehl

August 8, 2017

John (Jack) Piehl, age 79, of Hastings, passed away peacefully August 8, 2017 with his children by his side. He was born on March 27, 1938 to John & Florence Piehl. He was a graduate of Hastings High School and then served in the Army. He worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a proud 49’ers Union member....

Howard Walter Wheeler

Howard Walter Wheeler

August 7, 2017

Howard W. Wheeler, age 88 of Hastings, died peacefully on Monday evening, August 7, 2017, at Augustana Care of Hastings. In keeping with Howards wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Arrangements are being completed by Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home Cremation Services of Hastings.

Katherine "Kaye" (Marschall) Fischer

Katherine "Kaye" (Marschall) Fischer

August 7, 2017

Katherine "Kaye" (Marschall) Fischer, age 61 of Mendota Heights, died peacefully on Monday morning, August 7, 2017, at Roseview Assisted Living in Rosemount, following a bravely-fought eleven year battle with cancer. Katherine Margaret, the daughter of Bernard and Colleen (Feipel) Marschall, was born on February 28, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Following her graduation as Valedictorian from Hastings High...

David L. Hoffman

David L. Hoffman

August 6, 2017

David L. Hoffman, age 46, of Hastings, passed away August 6, 2017. He was born on February 6, 1971 in Red Wing, MN to Lester and Nancy Hoffman. After completing high school, David pursued his love for music as a Luthier where he would go on to own a guitar repair shop in Hastings. On September 30, 2000, David...

Paige O. Hammes

Paige O. Hammes

August 5, 2017

Paige Hammes, age 71 of New Trier and formerly North St. Paul, died peacefully on Saturday afternoon, August 5, 2017, at United Hospital in St. Paul, following a brief illness. Paige Orr, the daughter of Warren and Anita (Tente) Podgorski, was born on March 19, 1946, in St. Paul. She attended North St. Paul High School where she graduated...

John D. Joki

John D. Joki

August 5, 2017

John D. Joki, age 84 of Hastings and formerly of Minneapolis, died peacefully on Saturday morning, August 5, 2017, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings, following an extended illness. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 9, 2017, at the Regina Chapel in Hastings, with Father Thomas OBrien officiating. Visitation will be held at the...

Cheryl L. Miller (Singer)

Cheryl L. Miller (Singer)

August 3, 2017

Miller, Cheryl L. (Singer)

Age 60 of Mpls., Cheryl lost her battle with cancer on August 3rd, 2017. Preceded in death by her parents and 2 nephews. Cheryl was a kind hearted woman whose upbeat personality was contagious. She loved traveling with Terry, being surrounded by her loved ones and laughing with friends and family while we all enjoyed her famous...

Marjorie "Marge" A. Knoke

Marjorie "Marge" A. Knoke

August 3, 2017

Knoke, Marjorie “Marge” A.

Age 86 of Apple Valley (formerly of Aikin, MN) passed away on Aug. 3, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, Edward; brother, Don Johnson. Survived by son, Dan (Sue); grandchildren, Kristopher (Rachel), Andrew and Brittney; great-grandchildren, Maverick, Tallulah and Adrianna; sister, Sharon (Romon) Gawreluk; sister-in-law, Dodi Johnson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial service at 11am...

Dorothy J. Most

Dorothy J. Most

August 21, 2017

Dorothy J. Most, age 67 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2017, at her home. Dorothy Joy, the daughter of Al and Marjorie Lanahan, was born on December 5, 1949, in St. Paul. She attended Henry Sibley High School in West St. Paul where she graduated with the class of 1967. She later married Allen "Al"...

Roy Glasby

Roy Glasby

August 20, 2017

Roy Glasby, age 62 of Cannon Falls, died peacefully at home on Sunday morning, August 20, 2017, following a recent battle with cancer. Roy Eugene, the son of Vernon and Matilda (Moes), was born on February 11, 1955, in Hastings. Following his graduation from Hastings High School with the class of 1973, Roy enlisted in the United States Army...

Elizabeth (Thue) Wiegrefe

Elizabeth (Thue) Wiegrefe

August 19, 2017

Elizabeth "Liz" Wiegrefe, age 67 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on Saturday evening, August 19, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Elizabeth Ann, the daughter of DeLoss "Del" and Esther (Overgaard) Thue, was born on February 24, 1950, in Glenwood, Minnesota. Liz attended Hastings High School and graduated in the top ten with the class of 1968. She...

Ruthann "Ruth" Joki

Ruthann "Ruth" Joki

August 19, 2017

Ruthann A. "Ruth" Joki, age 80 of Hastings and formerly of Minneapolis, died peacefully on August 19, 2017, at Regina Medical Center in Hastings, just days after the death of her husband.She is survived by her daughter Debbie Louis of Hastings, 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 23,...

Kristi Marie Lawless (Nee Holmen)

Kristi Marie Lawless (Nee Holmen)

August 17, 2017

54, of Lakeville, MN, passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2017.  Survived by husband, Pete; son, Matthew (Jamie); parents, James and Lyleen Holmen; siblings, Konni (Jerry), Kenni, Kevin (Julie) and Kelin (Laura); many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Memorial service at 5:30pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary in Apple Valley, 14850 Garrett Ave.  Visitation...

Melvin A. Elsner

Melvin A. Elsner

August 17, 2017

Elsner, Melvin A. of Mpls., born Nov. 24, 1923 passed away Thurs., Aug. 17.

Private family services at a later date.

Funeral Home Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, Minneapolis

Cemetery Pleasant View Memorial Gardens

James John Downey

James John Downey

August 16, 2017

James John Downey, age 83, of Hastings, MN, passed away on August 16, 2017 at Southview Acres in West St. Paul, MN. He was born on March 8, 1934 to James and Opal (Reasoner) Downey in Roan, Iowa. James married Theresa Teuber at St. Mary’s Church in New Trier in 1953. He was a U.S. Veteran and served in...

Daniel "Dan" Matheson

Daniel "Dan" Matheson

August 15, 2017

Matheson, Daniel “Dan” Age 60 of Apple Valley, went to be with the Lord on Aug. 15, 2017 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Roy & Arline Matheson. Survived by loving wife of 32 years, Brandesia “Brandy”; siblings, Bob (Nola), LuAnn (Phil) Aldrich and Randy (Katie); loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends....

Rose Marie Sieben

Rose Marie Sieben

August 14, 2017

Rose Marie Sieben, age 88, of Hastings, passed away surrounded by her family, after a brief illness on August 14, 2017. She was born in Hastings on December 2, 1928 to Lawrence and Marie (Heue) Augustine. Rose married Clarence Sieben at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Hastings on November 27, 1948. She graduated from Hastings High School and was...

Geraldine "Gerrie" Dillon

Geraldine "Gerrie" Dillon

August 13, 2017

Geraldine "Gerrie" Dillon, age 69 of Welch, died peacefully at home on Sunday afternoon, August 13, 2017, following a recent illness. In keeping with Gerries wishes, private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being completed by Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home Cremation Services of Hastings.

Viola  "Vi" E. Schaack

Viola "Vi" E. Schaack

August 10, 2017

Viola "Vi" Schaack, age 93 of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday morning, August 10, 2017, at Regina Medical Center in Hastings. Viola Elizabeth was born October 21, 1923 in Dundas, MN to John and Catherine (Fuchs) Zimmerman. She was united in marriage to Michael J. Schaack on September 8, 1943 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Miesville. They were...

Mary K. Mcgraw

Mary K. Mcgraw

August 9, 2017

Mary K. McGraw, age 69, of Hastings, passed away August 9, 2017, at United Hospital in St. Paul. She was born on December 23, 1947 to Frank and Eloise Dunn in Waseca, Minnesota. She graduated from Faribault High School with the class of 1965. On December 29, 1967 she married James McGraw at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in North...

John "Jack" Piehl

John "Jack" Piehl

August 8, 2017

John (Jack) Piehl, age 79, of Hastings, passed away peacefully August 8, 2017 with his children by his side. He was born on March 27, 1938 to John & Florence Piehl. He was a graduate of Hastings High School and then served in the Army. He worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a proud 49’ers Union member....

Howard Walter Wheeler

Howard Walter Wheeler

August 7, 2017

Howard W. Wheeler, age 88 of Hastings, died peacefully on Monday evening, August 7, 2017, at Augustana Care of Hastings. In keeping with Howards wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Arrangements are being completed by Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home Cremation Services of Hastings.

Katherine "Kaye" (Marschall) Fischer

Katherine "Kaye" (Marschall) Fischer

August 7, 2017

Katherine "Kaye" (Marschall) Fischer, age 61 of Mendota Heights, died peacefully on Monday morning, August 7, 2017, at Roseview Assisted Living in Rosemount, following a bravely-fought eleven year battle with cancer. Katherine Margaret, the daughter of Bernard and Colleen (Feipel) Marschall, was born on February 28, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Following her graduation as Valedictorian from Hastings High...

David L. Hoffman

David L. Hoffman

August 6, 2017

David L. Hoffman, age 46, of Hastings, passed away August 6, 2017. He was born on February 6, 1971 in Red Wing, MN to Lester and Nancy Hoffman. After completing high school, David pursued his love for music as a Luthier where he would go on to own a guitar repair shop in Hastings. On September 30, 2000, David...

Paige O. Hammes

Paige O. Hammes

August 5, 2017

Paige Hammes, age 71 of New Trier and formerly North St. Paul, died peacefully on Saturday afternoon, August 5, 2017, at United Hospital in St. Paul, following a brief illness. Paige Orr, the daughter of Warren and Anita (Tente) Podgorski, was born on March 19, 1946, in St. Paul. She attended North St. Paul High School where she graduated...

John D. Joki

John D. Joki

August 5, 2017

John D. Joki, age 84 of Hastings and formerly of Minneapolis, died peacefully on Saturday morning, August 5, 2017, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings, following an extended illness. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 9, 2017, at the Regina Chapel in Hastings, with Father Thomas OBrien officiating. Visitation will be held at the...

Cheryl L. Miller (Singer)

Cheryl L. Miller (Singer)

August 3, 2017

Miller, Cheryl L. (Singer)

Age 60 of Mpls., Cheryl lost her battle with cancer on August 3rd, 2017. Preceded in death by her parents and 2 nephews. Cheryl was a kind hearted woman whose upbeat personality was contagious. She loved traveling with Terry, being surrounded by her loved ones and laughing with friends and family while we all enjoyed her famous...

Marjorie "Marge" A. Knoke

Marjorie "Marge" A. Knoke

August 3, 2017

Knoke, Marjorie “Marge” A.

Age 86 of Apple Valley (formerly of Aikin, MN) passed away on Aug. 3, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, Edward; brother, Don Johnson. Survived by son, Dan (Sue); grandchildren, Kristopher (Rachel), Andrew and Brittney; great-grandchildren, Maverick, Tallulah and Adrianna; sister, Sharon (Romon) Gawreluk; sister-in-law, Dodi Johnson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial service at 11am...

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