Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Heather L. Ohmen-Allen
August 24, 2015
Heather L. Ohmen-Allen, age 27, of Hastings died Monday, August 24, 2015 at her home with family by her side following an extended illness.Heather Lynn was born September 2, 1987 in Madison, WI to Suzanne (Ohmen) Howell. She loved animals, especially her furry friend, Sugar. Heather also enjoyed listening to all types of music especially country, riding horses, gaming...
Terrance L. Tri
August 21, 2015
Terrance L. Tri, age 75 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2015 surrounded by family. Terrance was born June 7, 1940 in Zumbrota, MN to Lawrence and Irene (Lerfald) Tri. He married Helene Endres August 27, 1960 at St. Marys Catholic Church in New Trier, MN. He served 24 years both active duty and in the MN...
Lyle J. Rupp
August 20, 2015
Lyle Rupp, formerly of Hastings, passed away peacefully August 20, 2015 in Laurel, Montana surrounded by family and the presence of his Lord. He was 86 years old. Lyle was born and raised in Park City, MT where he worked his parents farm. He loved playing basketball on the high school team and was known for his left handed...
Thomas L Graham
August 19, 2015
Thomas L. Graham, age 68, of Wadena, passed away at Green Pine Acres in Menahga, MN on August 19, 2015. He was born in Rochester on May 23, 1947 to Joseph and Thelma Graham. He is preceded in death by his brother, George. Tom is survived by his siblings, Leonard; Joe; and Marsha; and other relatives and friends. Private...
Gordon L. Greiner
August 19, 2015
Gordon L. "Guber" Greiner, age 76 of Hastings, died unexpectedly on August 19, 2015 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Gordon Lee was born August 13, 1939 in Morris, MN to Otto and Rose (Braker) Greiner. He was a graduate of Hancock, MN High School and married Faye A. Sturm on March 26, 1960 in Trenton, NJ. Gordon retired...
Donald H. Kelly
August 19, 2015
Donald Kelly, age 89, of Hastings, passed away at Regina Assisted Living on August 19, 2015. He was born in Underwood, MN to Henry and Pearl Kelley on August 4, 1926. He grew up on a farm in the Vesta, MN area. He left the farm and moved to Minneapolis where he learned the brick layers trade. He lied...
Rev. Daniel W. Pearson
August 19, 2015
Rev. Daniel W. Pearson Age 86 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 19, 2015. Graduate of Augsburg College in Minneapolis and Augustana Seminary in Chicago. Sixty years in ministry, having served congregations in Minnesota ? parishes of Sebeka and Wadena, St. Ansgar’s Lutheran in Cannon Falls and St. Peder’s Lutheran in Minneapolis; and pioneer in the...
Helen T. Filipek
August 17, 2015
Filipek, Helen T. Age 96 of S. Mpls. Preceded by husband, Frank; brothers, Milo and Alvin; and sister, Luddy. Survived by son, Robert (LaVonne)Filipek; daughter, Mary Moross (Barry Guthertz); granddaughter, Amy Filipek; sister, Alice (Ernie) Peitso; sister-in-law, Dora Krenik; many nieces and nephews. Service 11 AM Friday at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. with visitation 1 hour...
Adolph A. Ritt
August 16, 2015
Adolph A. Ritt, age 81 of Hastings, died unexpectedly on August 16, 2015 at North Memorial Medical Center in Robbinsdale. Adolph Andrew was born May 21, 1934 in Herreid, SD to Frank and Regina (Stepenenko) Ritt. He married Seraphine "Sara" Braun on October 23, 1958 in Linton, ND. Adolph had worked as a truck driver and as a motor...
Kevin S. Ketelsleger
August 15, 2015
Kevin S. Ketelsleger age 58 of Apple Valley, born July 2, 1957 in Sioux Falls, SD to Alen & Ethel Ketelsleger, passed away peacefully at home on August 15, 2015 with his family by his side. Kevin will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 35 years, Candace; son, Dan (fianc?e, Megan); daughter, Kelsey; loving mother, Ethel; brothers, Mark...
Sheryl Mae Merwin
August 14, 2015
Sheryl M. Merwin (Levercom) Age 69 of Rosemount. Passed away peacefully on August 14, 2015 after an exactly two year battle with pancreatic cancer. Sheryl was born July 4, 1946 and was raised in S.E. Minneapolis, graduating from Marshall High in 1964. She married Gary Merwin in 1966. She is survived by Gary; son, Michael (Jennifer) and their children, Mikhaela...
Reuben E. Johnson
August 14, 2015
Johnson, Reuben E. Age 88 of Mpls. Preceded in death by wife , Rosemary; siblings, Rudy, Wilmer, Delmar, Milly, Geneva and Ruth. Survived by family and friends. Service 11 AM Thursday at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Fort Snelling.
Burial Date August 20, 2015
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Gerald George Ausen
August 10, 2015
Gerald George Ausen, age 81, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 10, 2015 He was born October 13, 1933, in Watertown, S.D., to George and Della Ausen. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Donna and sister, Grace Borstad. He was a loving father and grandfather, a kind-hearted and very sociable...
Madelyn F. Fritz
August 9, 2015
Madelyn F. Fritz, age 64 of Hastings died Sunday, August 9, 2015 at Southview Acres Health Care Center in West St. Paul. Madelyn was born December 5, 1950 in St. Paulto William and Byrl (Frerking) Wessinger. She was a 1968 graduate of Hastings High School and a longtime Smead Mfg. employee prior to her retirement. Madelyn loved music and...
Mary A Johnson
August 7, 2015
Mary A, Johnson Age 91 of Minneapolis, born August 18, 1923 in Gilman, MN to Joseph & Pauline Melich, passed away August 7, 2015. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chet and was the last of 9 children. Mary will be dearly missed by her children: Madelyn Pruyn, Mary Lou (Mark) Anderson, Kathleen Johnson, Joan (Bob) Dorich and...
Masen Robert Peterfeso
August 6, 2015
Masen Robert Peterfeso was born August 6, 2015 and passed away August 6, 2015. He is survived by his parents, Neil Peterfeso and Emily Waller; and many other relatives. A private family service will be held. 'Because someone I love is in heaven, there's a little bit of heaven in my home'
Curtis "Curt" K. Garrick
August 6, 2015
Curtis Keith “Curt” Garrick, age 67, of Apple Valley, sadly lost his battle with cancer on August 6, 2015. Curt was born on April 16, 1948 in Plentywood, MT to Lyle & Anna Garrick. Curt was preceded in death by his brothers: Glenn, Dwaine, Owen, Dennis and Robert. He will be dearly missed by the love of his life, wife,...
Sandra Jean Evanick
August 6, 2015
Sandra Jean Evanick, 69, of Rosemount, peacefully passed away at home the morning of August 6, 2015, after a 6 ? year journey with multiple myeloma cancer. She was born September 13, 1945, in Milaca, MN to Emmett and Evelyn Tantzen. She lived most her life living in Minnesota with a brief stay in Colorado and a 27 year stint...
Phyllis Normand
August 5, 2015
Phyllis Normand (Beckendorf) Age 72, of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2015 after a long fought battle with cancer. Phyllis was born on Oct. 22, 1942, in rural Ceylon, Minnesota, to Luella and Edwin Beckendorf. She was baptized on November 8, 1942 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Ceylon, MN. Phyllis attended parochial school and was confirmed on...
Loren F. Berthilson
August 3, 2015
Loren F. Berthilson,
age 91 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by son, Daniel. Survived by loving wife of 64 years, Jane; 3 daughters; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one brother and one sister; many nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial service Monday 11 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 5212 41st Avenue S., Mpls with visitiaton one hour before. Interment Fort...
Heather L. Ohmen-Allen
August 24, 2015
Heather L. Ohmen-Allen, age 27, of Hastings died Monday, August 24, 2015 at her home with family by her side following an extended illness.Heather Lynn was born September 2, 1987 in Madison, WI to Suzanne (Ohmen) Howell. She loved animals, especially her furry friend, Sugar. Heather also enjoyed listening to all types of music especially country, riding horses, gaming...
Terrance L. Tri
August 21, 2015
Terrance L. Tri, age 75 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2015 surrounded by family. Terrance was born June 7, 1940 in Zumbrota, MN to Lawrence and Irene (Lerfald) Tri. He married Helene Endres August 27, 1960 at St. Marys Catholic Church in New Trier, MN. He served 24 years both active duty and in the MN...
Lyle J. Rupp
August 20, 2015
Lyle Rupp, formerly of Hastings, passed away peacefully August 20, 2015 in Laurel, Montana surrounded by family and the presence of his Lord. He was 86 years old. Lyle was born and raised in Park City, MT where he worked his parents farm. He loved playing basketball on the high school team and was known for his left handed...
Thomas L Graham
August 19, 2015
Thomas L. Graham, age 68, of Wadena, passed away at Green Pine Acres in Menahga, MN on August 19, 2015. He was born in Rochester on May 23, 1947 to Joseph and Thelma Graham. He is preceded in death by his brother, George. Tom is survived by his siblings, Leonard; Joe; and Marsha; and other relatives and friends. Private...
Gordon L. Greiner
August 19, 2015
Gordon L. "Guber" Greiner, age 76 of Hastings, died unexpectedly on August 19, 2015 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Gordon Lee was born August 13, 1939 in Morris, MN to Otto and Rose (Braker) Greiner. He was a graduate of Hancock, MN High School and married Faye A. Sturm on March 26, 1960 in Trenton, NJ. Gordon retired...
Donald H. Kelly
August 19, 2015
Donald Kelly, age 89, of Hastings, passed away at Regina Assisted Living on August 19, 2015. He was born in Underwood, MN to Henry and Pearl Kelley on August 4, 1926. He grew up on a farm in the Vesta, MN area. He left the farm and moved to Minneapolis where he learned the brick layers trade. He lied...
Rev. Daniel W. Pearson
August 19, 2015
Rev. Daniel W. Pearson Age 86 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 19, 2015. Graduate of Augsburg College in Minneapolis and Augustana Seminary in Chicago. Sixty years in ministry, having served congregations in Minnesota ? parishes of Sebeka and Wadena, St. Ansgar’s Lutheran in Cannon Falls and St. Peder’s Lutheran in Minneapolis; and pioneer in the...
Helen T. Filipek
August 17, 2015
Filipek, Helen T. Age 96 of S. Mpls. Preceded by husband, Frank; brothers, Milo and Alvin; and sister, Luddy. Survived by son, Robert (LaVonne)Filipek; daughter, Mary Moross (Barry Guthertz); granddaughter, Amy Filipek; sister, Alice (Ernie) Peitso; sister-in-law, Dora Krenik; many nieces and nephews. Service 11 AM Friday at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. with visitation 1 hour...
Adolph A. Ritt
August 16, 2015
Adolph A. Ritt, age 81 of Hastings, died unexpectedly on August 16, 2015 at North Memorial Medical Center in Robbinsdale. Adolph Andrew was born May 21, 1934 in Herreid, SD to Frank and Regina (Stepenenko) Ritt. He married Seraphine "Sara" Braun on October 23, 1958 in Linton, ND. Adolph had worked as a truck driver and as a motor...
Kevin S. Ketelsleger
August 15, 2015
Kevin S. Ketelsleger age 58 of Apple Valley, born July 2, 1957 in Sioux Falls, SD to Alen & Ethel Ketelsleger, passed away peacefully at home on August 15, 2015 with his family by his side. Kevin will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 35 years, Candace; son, Dan (fianc?e, Megan); daughter, Kelsey; loving mother, Ethel; brothers, Mark...
Sheryl Mae Merwin
August 14, 2015
Sheryl M. Merwin (Levercom) Age 69 of Rosemount. Passed away peacefully on August 14, 2015 after an exactly two year battle with pancreatic cancer. Sheryl was born July 4, 1946 and was raised in S.E. Minneapolis, graduating from Marshall High in 1964. She married Gary Merwin in 1966. She is survived by Gary; son, Michael (Jennifer) and their children, Mikhaela...
Reuben E. Johnson
August 14, 2015
Johnson, Reuben E. Age 88 of Mpls. Preceded in death by wife , Rosemary; siblings, Rudy, Wilmer, Delmar, Milly, Geneva and Ruth. Survived by family and friends. Service 11 AM Thursday at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Fort Snelling.
Burial Date August 20, 2015
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Gerald George Ausen
August 10, 2015
Gerald George Ausen, age 81, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 10, 2015 He was born October 13, 1933, in Watertown, S.D., to George and Della Ausen. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Donna and sister, Grace Borstad. He was a loving father and grandfather, a kind-hearted and very sociable...
Madelyn F. Fritz
August 9, 2015
Madelyn F. Fritz, age 64 of Hastings died Sunday, August 9, 2015 at Southview Acres Health Care Center in West St. Paul. Madelyn was born December 5, 1950 in St. Paulto William and Byrl (Frerking) Wessinger. She was a 1968 graduate of Hastings High School and a longtime Smead Mfg. employee prior to her retirement. Madelyn loved music and...
Mary A Johnson
August 7, 2015
Mary A, Johnson Age 91 of Minneapolis, born August 18, 1923 in Gilman, MN to Joseph & Pauline Melich, passed away August 7, 2015. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chet and was the last of 9 children. Mary will be dearly missed by her children: Madelyn Pruyn, Mary Lou (Mark) Anderson, Kathleen Johnson, Joan (Bob) Dorich and...
Masen Robert Peterfeso
August 6, 2015
Masen Robert Peterfeso was born August 6, 2015 and passed away August 6, 2015. He is survived by his parents, Neil Peterfeso and Emily Waller; and many other relatives. A private family service will be held. 'Because someone I love is in heaven, there's a little bit of heaven in my home'
Curtis "Curt" K. Garrick
August 6, 2015
Curtis Keith “Curt” Garrick, age 67, of Apple Valley, sadly lost his battle with cancer on August 6, 2015. Curt was born on April 16, 1948 in Plentywood, MT to Lyle & Anna Garrick. Curt was preceded in death by his brothers: Glenn, Dwaine, Owen, Dennis and Robert. He will be dearly missed by the love of his life, wife,...
Sandra Jean Evanick
August 6, 2015
Sandra Jean Evanick, 69, of Rosemount, peacefully passed away at home the morning of August 6, 2015, after a 6 ? year journey with multiple myeloma cancer. She was born September 13, 1945, in Milaca, MN to Emmett and Evelyn Tantzen. She lived most her life living in Minnesota with a brief stay in Colorado and a 27 year stint...
Phyllis Normand
August 5, 2015
Phyllis Normand (Beckendorf) Age 72, of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2015 after a long fought battle with cancer. Phyllis was born on Oct. 22, 1942, in rural Ceylon, Minnesota, to Luella and Edwin Beckendorf. She was baptized on November 8, 1942 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Ceylon, MN. Phyllis attended parochial school and was confirmed on...
Loren F. Berthilson
August 3, 2015
Loren F. Berthilson,
age 91 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by son, Daniel. Survived by loving wife of 64 years, Jane; 3 daughters; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one brother and one sister; many nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial service Monday 11 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 5212 41st Avenue S., Mpls with visitiaton one hour before. Interment Fort...
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