Obituaries

Obituaries for Starkson Family

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Loretta A. Schaffer

Loretta A. Schaffer

February 14, 2018

Loretta A. Schaffer, age 94 of Miesville, died peacefully on Wednesday morning, February 14, 2018, at Augustana Care of Hastings. Born in Ellsworth, Wisconsin on September 1, 1923, Loretta was the middle child of Carl and Mary Loretta "Etta" (Saxton) Yanisch. Her sister, Iva Marie, and brother Jerry, preceded her in death. They lived in Red Wing, where Loretta...

James "Jim" Clement

James "Jim" Clement

February 14, 2018

James "Jim" Edward Clement, age 73 of Hastings, died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on Wednesday morning, February 14, 2018. Jim, the son of William and Arlyne Clement, was born on December 6, 1944, in Madison, Wisconsin. He was the youngest of three children. Captain of his football team, Jim graduated from Prairie du Sac High School....

Edward H Moe

Edward H Moe

February 10, 2018

Edward H. Moe, age 79, of Hastings, passed away Feb. 10, 2018. Survived by wife, Bee; children, Kimberly (Steven) Bauer, Cynthia (James) Tomczak; grandchildren, Michael, Nichole, Samantha, and John; other relatives and friends. Private Family Services.

Catherine Georgia Shannon

Catherine Georgia Shannon

February 7, 2018

Shannon, Catherine Georgia “Taddy”

died peacefully on Feb. 7, 2018 at 91 years of age.  Welcomed into heaven by husband, Jerry and grandson, Aaron. Survived by her children: Jeffrey, Patrick (Betsy), Richard, Kevin (Nancy), Michael (Angie) and Mary Kay Shannon; grandchildren: Jeffrey Jr., Joseph, Andrew (Jane), MacKenzie, Morgan, Isabella Shannon; great-grandchild: Aaron Daniel Shannon; brother, George Holland; sisters, Lenore Kane and...

Hector Rodriguez

Hector Rodriguez

February 7, 2018

Rodriguez, Hector

Age 68 of St. Paul, passed away on 2/7/2018. Survived by sister, Maria; nephew, Raul Jr.; brothers, Leonardo and Raul of Texas and their families. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 11am on 2/15/2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 401 Concord St., St. Paul, visitation one hour prior.

 

Burial Date February 15, 2018

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Jennifer Lynn Thomas

Jennifer Lynn Thomas

February 6, 2018

Thomas, Jennifer Lynn

Age 51 of Apple Valley, died peacefully at home on Feb. 6, 2018 surrounded by family. Preceded in death by her dad, Richard “Dick” Koehn. Survived by husband, Sean; children, Austin and Aria; mom, Marcia Koehn; siblings, Tim (Rachelle) Koehn and Lisa (Mark) Weiss; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jennifer loved to sing, read, spend time with...

John R. Mcelligott

John R. Mcelligott

February 4, 2018

McElligott, John R.

Age 83 of Farmington, originally St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Feb. 4, 2018. Preceded in death by his parents, Agnes and Tom McElligott; sisters, Patricia Lang and Elizabeth Ruhnow. Survived by his wife, Nancy; sons, Thomas (fiancé Jenny Rath), Timothy, Theodore (Stephanie) McElligott; grandchildren, Jordan (Joshua) Heyman, Madisyn, Taylor and Sidney; great-grandchildren, Koston and Olivia; nieces, nephews,...

Arlene J. Kuehl Pratt

Arlene J. Kuehl Pratt

February 3, 2018

Arlene J. Kuehl

Age 76 of Apple Valley, born January 14, 1942 in Reading, MN to Glenn and Mildred Pratt, passed away February 3, 2018.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Darrel and sisters, Audrey Gilbert and Mavis Pratt.  Arlene will be dearly missed by her children, Renae Porath, Shawn (Jackie) Petry, Shari (Mark) Wagner and Rhonda (Brant) Pagel;...

James M. Penning

James M. Penning

February 3, 2018

James M. Penning

age 66, of Apple Valley.  Preceded in death by wife, Colleen;  grandson, Mason; brothers, sisters and parents.  Survived by sons, Jason and Michael; daughter, Andrea; granddaughter, Madison.  A memorial service will be held at 11 AM, Friday, February 9, 2018 with a visitation one hour before at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley.

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Gloria H. Stoneberg

Gloria H. Stoneberg

February 2, 2018

Gloria H. Stoneberg, age 93 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday evening, February 2, 2018, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Called "Mom," "Nana," "Grandma" and "Gloria" by those who loved her, she is survived by three sons and daughters-in law: Craig and Annie, Mark and Pat, and Brad and Anne; eight grandchildren and their spouses: Jessie (Jon Gross),...

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...

Loretta A. Schaffer

Loretta A. Schaffer

February 14, 2018

Loretta A. Schaffer, age 94 of Miesville, died peacefully on Wednesday morning, February 14, 2018, at Augustana Care of Hastings. Born in Ellsworth, Wisconsin on September 1, 1923, Loretta was the middle child of Carl and Mary Loretta "Etta" (Saxton) Yanisch. Her sister, Iva Marie, and brother Jerry, preceded her in death. They lived in Red Wing, where Loretta...

James "Jim" Clement

James "Jim" Clement

February 14, 2018

James "Jim" Edward Clement, age 73 of Hastings, died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on Wednesday morning, February 14, 2018. Jim, the son of William and Arlyne Clement, was born on December 6, 1944, in Madison, Wisconsin. He was the youngest of three children. Captain of his football team, Jim graduated from Prairie du Sac High School....

Edward H Moe

Edward H Moe

February 10, 2018

Edward H. Moe, age 79, of Hastings, passed away Feb. 10, 2018. Survived by wife, Bee; children, Kimberly (Steven) Bauer, Cynthia (James) Tomczak; grandchildren, Michael, Nichole, Samantha, and John; other relatives and friends. Private Family Services.

Catherine Georgia Shannon

Catherine Georgia Shannon

February 7, 2018

Shannon, Catherine Georgia “Taddy”

died peacefully on Feb. 7, 2018 at 91 years of age.  Welcomed into heaven by husband, Jerry and grandson, Aaron. Survived by her children: Jeffrey, Patrick (Betsy), Richard, Kevin (Nancy), Michael (Angie) and Mary Kay Shannon; grandchildren: Jeffrey Jr., Joseph, Andrew (Jane), MacKenzie, Morgan, Isabella Shannon; great-grandchild: Aaron Daniel Shannon; brother, George Holland; sisters, Lenore Kane and...

Hector Rodriguez

Hector Rodriguez

February 7, 2018

Rodriguez, Hector

Age 68 of St. Paul, passed away on 2/7/2018. Survived by sister, Maria; nephew, Raul Jr.; brothers, Leonardo and Raul of Texas and their families. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 11am on 2/15/2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 401 Concord St., St. Paul, visitation one hour prior.

 

Burial Date February 15, 2018

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Jennifer Lynn Thomas

Jennifer Lynn Thomas

February 6, 2018

Thomas, Jennifer Lynn

Age 51 of Apple Valley, died peacefully at home on Feb. 6, 2018 surrounded by family. Preceded in death by her dad, Richard “Dick” Koehn. Survived by husband, Sean; children, Austin and Aria; mom, Marcia Koehn; siblings, Tim (Rachelle) Koehn and Lisa (Mark) Weiss; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jennifer loved to sing, read, spend time with...

John R. Mcelligott

John R. Mcelligott

February 4, 2018

McElligott, John R.

Age 83 of Farmington, originally St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Feb. 4, 2018. Preceded in death by his parents, Agnes and Tom McElligott; sisters, Patricia Lang and Elizabeth Ruhnow. Survived by his wife, Nancy; sons, Thomas (fiancé Jenny Rath), Timothy, Theodore (Stephanie) McElligott; grandchildren, Jordan (Joshua) Heyman, Madisyn, Taylor and Sidney; great-grandchildren, Koston and Olivia; nieces, nephews,...

Arlene J. Kuehl Pratt

Arlene J. Kuehl Pratt

February 3, 2018

Arlene J. Kuehl

Age 76 of Apple Valley, born January 14, 1942 in Reading, MN to Glenn and Mildred Pratt, passed away February 3, 2018.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Darrel and sisters, Audrey Gilbert and Mavis Pratt.  Arlene will be dearly missed by her children, Renae Porath, Shawn (Jackie) Petry, Shari (Mark) Wagner and Rhonda (Brant) Pagel;...

James M. Penning

James M. Penning

February 3, 2018

James M. Penning

age 66, of Apple Valley.  Preceded in death by wife, Colleen;  grandson, Mason; brothers, sisters and parents.  Survived by sons, Jason and Michael; daughter, Andrea; granddaughter, Madison.  A memorial service will be held at 11 AM, Friday, February 9, 2018 with a visitation one hour before at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley.

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Gloria H. Stoneberg

Gloria H. Stoneberg

February 2, 2018

Gloria H. Stoneberg, age 93 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday evening, February 2, 2018, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Called "Mom," "Nana," "Grandma" and "Gloria" by those who loved her, she is survived by three sons and daughters-in law: Craig and Annie, Mark and Pat, and Brad and Anne; eight grandchildren and their spouses: Jessie (Jon Gross),...

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...

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