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Obituaries for Starkson Family

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Laurel J. Schaetzel

Laurel J. Schaetzel

August 2, 2015

Laurel J. Schaetzel, age 90 of Red Wing, formerly of Hastings died Sunday, August 2, 2015.Laurel was born February 8, 1925 in St. Paul, MN to Paul and Martha (Bartusch) Schaetzel. She worked as a civil servant for the United States Government throughout her career. Laurel was an avid reader and member of Friends of Pleasant Hill Library in...

Mildred A. Dreis

Mildred A. Dreis

August 2, 2015

Mildred A. Dreis, age 97, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at Regina Care Center on August 2, 2015. Millie was born in Moorhead, MN on March 3, 1918. She worked at Northwestern Bell Telephone Company in White Bear Lake for over 20 years. Before moving to Hastings in 1998, she was an active member of First Lutheran Church in...

Shirley Eileen Anderson

Shirley Eileen Anderson

August 2, 2015

Shirley Eileen Arlys Anderson (Sivertson), 85, of Lilydale, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 2, 2015. She was born October 11, 1929 to Selmer and Ethel (Anderson) Sivertson in Landa, North Dakota. She grew up in Landa on the family farm and used to tell stories of feeding the chickens and taking care of the lambs.

Shirley attended college at the Bottineau...

Miriam Elsie Adamson

Miriam Elsie Adamson

August 1, 2015

Passed away August 1, 2015 in Burnsville, MN. Born October 3, 1921 in Minneapolis. Preceded in death by husband, Lyle; brother, Paul McCrea and parents. Survived by son Russ (Judy) Adamson; grandchildren, Jeff Adamson, Amy and Rudy Hershberger, great-grandsons Clay and Joshua Hershberger; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Miriam worked for the VA Medical Center for 29 years. Her...

Michael "Mike" Don Sullivan

Michael "Mike" Don Sullivan

July 30, 2015

MICHAEL “MIKE” DON SULLIVAN Age 82, longtime resident of Apple Valley, MN. He was born in Two Harbors, MN to Arthur J. Sullivan and Marjorie C. (Miller) Sullivan. As a young child he and his parents moved to Duluth, MN. He attended elementary and high school in the Duluth area. He was employed by the DM&IR Railroad until entering the...

Howard A Kise

Howard A Kise

July 30, 2015

Howard A. Kise Age 83 of Minneapolis, born February 14, 1932 in Clarkfield, MN to Oscar & Irene Kise, passed away unexpectedly July 30, 2015. Howard served in the National Guard during the Korean War and was a grower and foreman for many years at Hans Rosacker Floral Co. When he wasn’t enjoying his time gardening or woodworking, Howard loved...

Larrie G. Heinzen

Larrie G. Heinzen

July 29, 2015

Larrie G. Heinzen, age 73 of Hastings, formerly of Maplewood, MN died July 29, 2015 at Our Lady of Peace in St. Paul. Larrie was born February 28, 1942 in Philip, SD to Percy and Edna (Morris) Heinzen. Larrie loved the land, the prairies and the waters of his boyhood in Frederick, SD. His father served as an airman...

Donovan R. Lucius

Donovan R. Lucius

July 29, 2015

Donovan R. Lucius, age 75, of Hastings/Cannon Falls, passed away July 29, 2015 in Amery, WI. He was born on August 26, 1939 in Cannon Falls to Michael and Marie Lucius. Don was a lifelong farmer and a very proud grandfather. His grandchildren always knew how to put a smile on his face. He was an avid collector who...

Calvin J. Mattson

Calvin J. Mattson

July 28, 2015

Calvin J. Mattson Age 83 of Eagan passed away on July 28, 2015. Member of Southview Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Preceded in death by wife, Arlene and parents. Survived by sons, John (Shelly) and Mike (Merri); daughter, Lynn (Jim) McCormick; granddaughters, Kelli (Josh) Otis and Katie McCormick; grandson, Andrew; great-granddaughters, Kaylin and Makenna Otis, and Lailah Lindquist; 2 sisters and his...

Leona R. Kimmes

Leona R. Kimmes

July 26, 2015

Leona Schommer Kimmes, age 94, of Hastings, died peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Prescott Nursing and Rehab Center in Prescott, Wisconsin.Leona Regina, the daughter of John and Clara (Kummer) Rotty, was born on October 10, 1920 in Hastings. She attended Hastings High School and graduated with the class of 1939. Leona was united in marriage to Robert...

Eileen L. Exley

Eileen L. Exley

July 25, 2015

Eileen L. Exley, age 91, of Hastings, died Saturday, July 25, 2015 at White Pine Senior Living, Cottage Grove. Eileen Lois, the daughter of Clarence and Catherine (Adams) Lodahl, was born on November 19, 1923 in Des Moines, Iowa. She attended the University of Minnesota and graduated with a degree in Education. On May 15, 1948, Eileen was united...

Larry "Pupsey" Denn

Larry "Pupsey" Denn

July 24, 2015

Larry (Pupsey) Denn, age 61, of Frederick, WI, passed away on July 24, 2015 at United Hospital. Larry was born on Oct. 30, 1953. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Josephine (Phine Reuter) Denn; brothers, Keith (Goldy) and William Jr.; and his two lab dogs, that he loved. He is survived by sister, Pat (Gary)...

David J. Brown

David J. Brown

July 24, 2015

David J. Brown, age 58, passed away unexpectedly July 24, 2015. Survived by loving wife, Cheryl; parents, Jim and Gerry; sisters, Wendy (Don) Johnson and Mary Sue (Dave) Schwarz; many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. Gathering 5-7 pm, Tuesday, July 28 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley and 1 hr. prior to service at church....

Arnold "Arnie" M Jensen

Arnold "Arnie" M Jensen

July 24, 2015

Arnold “Arnie” M. Jensen Age 90, life long resident of Rosemount, born October 13, 1924 to Fred & Marie Jensen, passed away July 24, 2015.

Arnie was a heavy equipment operator, a union rep and established the training facilties for the International Operating Engineers Local #49. He also served many years for the City of Rosemount as a council member, member...

Katherine M. Peterson

Katherine M. Peterson

July 23, 2015

Katherine "Kathie" Peterson, age 74, of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at Regina Medical Center, Hastings. Katherine Marie, the daughter of Leonard and Myrtle (Jacobson) Ellingson, was born on April 18, 1941 in Oronoco, Minnesota. On April 8, 1967, she was united in marriage to Ronald "Rocky" Peterson. She loved spending time with children, which resulted...

Donna M Singleton

Donna M Singleton

July 22, 2015

Donna M. Singleton Age 81 of Minneapolis, born Oct. 30, 1933 in Detroit Lakes, MN to Spurgeon & Zoe Hanson, passed away at home July 22, 2015. She is preceded in death by her infant daughter, Karen Marie and sisters, Dorthea & Mercedes. Donna will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 60 years, Stanley; children: Paul, Diane (David)...

Juanita M. Bauer

Juanita M. Bauer

July 19, 2015

Juanita Bauer, age 94 of Hastings, died July 19, 2015 at Regina Medical Center following a brief illness.Juanita Margaret the daughter of John and Susan (Holzemer) Mamer, was born on June 17, 1921 in Hastings. She attended rural country school and was united in marriage to Henry Bauer, whom later preceded her in death. Juanita then married Herbert Bauer...

Roman P Winter

Roman P Winter

July 17, 2015

Roman P. Winter, age 87, of Hastings, passed away at home on July 17, 2015. He was born on the family farm on May 15, 1928 to Claude and Mary Winter. He married Donna Schoonover at St. John Vianney Church in South St. Paul on September 22, 1962. Roman retired from Bailey Nurseries after 30 years of service. He...

Phyllis E. Erickson

Phyllis E. Erickson

July 17, 2015

Phyllis Erickson Born November 13, 1932, Died July 17, 2015 after a prolonged and brave struggle with cancer. Tough minded, generous and fair, Phyllis was an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and remembered always. Survived by sons, Vincent; Douglas; and Christopher; brothers, Kenneth Olson; Roger Olson; and sisters, Barbara Marfell; Catie Jorgenson; Linda...

Theresa J. Moes

Theresa J. Moes

July 16, 2015

Theresa J. Moes, age 100, of Hastings and formerly of New Trier, died peacefully Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Regina Medical Center with her family at her side. Theresa Johanna, the daughter of Martin and Mary (Rohr) Gores, was born on July 28, 1914 in Douglas Township, Dakota County. On June 18, 1947, she was united in marriage to...

Laurel J. Schaetzel

Laurel J. Schaetzel

August 2, 2015

Laurel J. Schaetzel, age 90 of Red Wing, formerly of Hastings died Sunday, August 2, 2015.Laurel was born February 8, 1925 in St. Paul, MN to Paul and Martha (Bartusch) Schaetzel. She worked as a civil servant for the United States Government throughout her career. Laurel was an avid reader and member of Friends of Pleasant Hill Library in...

Mildred A. Dreis

Mildred A. Dreis

August 2, 2015

Mildred A. Dreis, age 97, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at Regina Care Center on August 2, 2015. Millie was born in Moorhead, MN on March 3, 1918. She worked at Northwestern Bell Telephone Company in White Bear Lake for over 20 years. Before moving to Hastings in 1998, she was an active member of First Lutheran Church in...

Shirley Eileen Anderson

Shirley Eileen Anderson

August 2, 2015

Shirley Eileen Arlys Anderson (Sivertson), 85, of Lilydale, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 2, 2015. She was born October 11, 1929 to Selmer and Ethel (Anderson) Sivertson in Landa, North Dakota. She grew up in Landa on the family farm and used to tell stories of feeding the chickens and taking care of the lambs.

Shirley attended college at the Bottineau...

Miriam Elsie Adamson

Miriam Elsie Adamson

August 1, 2015

Passed away August 1, 2015 in Burnsville, MN. Born October 3, 1921 in Minneapolis. Preceded in death by husband, Lyle; brother, Paul McCrea and parents. Survived by son Russ (Judy) Adamson; grandchildren, Jeff Adamson, Amy and Rudy Hershberger, great-grandsons Clay and Joshua Hershberger; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Miriam worked for the VA Medical Center for 29 years. Her...

Michael "Mike" Don Sullivan

Michael "Mike" Don Sullivan

July 30, 2015

MICHAEL “MIKE” DON SULLIVAN Age 82, longtime resident of Apple Valley, MN. He was born in Two Harbors, MN to Arthur J. Sullivan and Marjorie C. (Miller) Sullivan. As a young child he and his parents moved to Duluth, MN. He attended elementary and high school in the Duluth area. He was employed by the DM&IR Railroad until entering the...

Howard A Kise

Howard A Kise

July 30, 2015

Howard A. Kise Age 83 of Minneapolis, born February 14, 1932 in Clarkfield, MN to Oscar & Irene Kise, passed away unexpectedly July 30, 2015. Howard served in the National Guard during the Korean War and was a grower and foreman for many years at Hans Rosacker Floral Co. When he wasn’t enjoying his time gardening or woodworking, Howard loved...

Larrie G. Heinzen

Larrie G. Heinzen

July 29, 2015

Larrie G. Heinzen, age 73 of Hastings, formerly of Maplewood, MN died July 29, 2015 at Our Lady of Peace in St. Paul. Larrie was born February 28, 1942 in Philip, SD to Percy and Edna (Morris) Heinzen. Larrie loved the land, the prairies and the waters of his boyhood in Frederick, SD. His father served as an airman...

Donovan R. Lucius

Donovan R. Lucius

July 29, 2015

Donovan R. Lucius, age 75, of Hastings/Cannon Falls, passed away July 29, 2015 in Amery, WI. He was born on August 26, 1939 in Cannon Falls to Michael and Marie Lucius. Don was a lifelong farmer and a very proud grandfather. His grandchildren always knew how to put a smile on his face. He was an avid collector who...

Calvin J. Mattson

Calvin J. Mattson

July 28, 2015

Calvin J. Mattson Age 83 of Eagan passed away on July 28, 2015. Member of Southview Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Preceded in death by wife, Arlene and parents. Survived by sons, John (Shelly) and Mike (Merri); daughter, Lynn (Jim) McCormick; granddaughters, Kelli (Josh) Otis and Katie McCormick; grandson, Andrew; great-granddaughters, Kaylin and Makenna Otis, and Lailah Lindquist; 2 sisters and his...

Leona R. Kimmes

Leona R. Kimmes

July 26, 2015

Leona Schommer Kimmes, age 94, of Hastings, died peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Prescott Nursing and Rehab Center in Prescott, Wisconsin.Leona Regina, the daughter of John and Clara (Kummer) Rotty, was born on October 10, 1920 in Hastings. She attended Hastings High School and graduated with the class of 1939. Leona was united in marriage to Robert...

Eileen L. Exley

Eileen L. Exley

July 25, 2015

Eileen L. Exley, age 91, of Hastings, died Saturday, July 25, 2015 at White Pine Senior Living, Cottage Grove. Eileen Lois, the daughter of Clarence and Catherine (Adams) Lodahl, was born on November 19, 1923 in Des Moines, Iowa. She attended the University of Minnesota and graduated with a degree in Education. On May 15, 1948, Eileen was united...

Larry "Pupsey" Denn

Larry "Pupsey" Denn

July 24, 2015

Larry (Pupsey) Denn, age 61, of Frederick, WI, passed away on July 24, 2015 at United Hospital. Larry was born on Oct. 30, 1953. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Josephine (Phine Reuter) Denn; brothers, Keith (Goldy) and William Jr.; and his two lab dogs, that he loved. He is survived by sister, Pat (Gary)...

David J. Brown

David J. Brown

July 24, 2015

David J. Brown, age 58, passed away unexpectedly July 24, 2015. Survived by loving wife, Cheryl; parents, Jim and Gerry; sisters, Wendy (Don) Johnson and Mary Sue (Dave) Schwarz; many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. Gathering 5-7 pm, Tuesday, July 28 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley and 1 hr. prior to service at church....

Arnold "Arnie" M Jensen

Arnold "Arnie" M Jensen

July 24, 2015

Arnold “Arnie” M. Jensen Age 90, life long resident of Rosemount, born October 13, 1924 to Fred & Marie Jensen, passed away July 24, 2015.

Arnie was a heavy equipment operator, a union rep and established the training facilties for the International Operating Engineers Local #49. He also served many years for the City of Rosemount as a council member, member...

Katherine M. Peterson

Katherine M. Peterson

July 23, 2015

Katherine "Kathie" Peterson, age 74, of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at Regina Medical Center, Hastings. Katherine Marie, the daughter of Leonard and Myrtle (Jacobson) Ellingson, was born on April 18, 1941 in Oronoco, Minnesota. On April 8, 1967, she was united in marriage to Ronald "Rocky" Peterson. She loved spending time with children, which resulted...

Donna M Singleton

Donna M Singleton

July 22, 2015

Donna M. Singleton Age 81 of Minneapolis, born Oct. 30, 1933 in Detroit Lakes, MN to Spurgeon & Zoe Hanson, passed away at home July 22, 2015. She is preceded in death by her infant daughter, Karen Marie and sisters, Dorthea & Mercedes. Donna will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 60 years, Stanley; children: Paul, Diane (David)...

Juanita M. Bauer

Juanita M. Bauer

July 19, 2015

Juanita Bauer, age 94 of Hastings, died July 19, 2015 at Regina Medical Center following a brief illness.Juanita Margaret the daughter of John and Susan (Holzemer) Mamer, was born on June 17, 1921 in Hastings. She attended rural country school and was united in marriage to Henry Bauer, whom later preceded her in death. Juanita then married Herbert Bauer...

Roman P Winter

Roman P Winter

July 17, 2015

Roman P. Winter, age 87, of Hastings, passed away at home on July 17, 2015. He was born on the family farm on May 15, 1928 to Claude and Mary Winter. He married Donna Schoonover at St. John Vianney Church in South St. Paul on September 22, 1962. Roman retired from Bailey Nurseries after 30 years of service. He...

Phyllis E. Erickson

Phyllis E. Erickson

July 17, 2015

Phyllis Erickson Born November 13, 1932, Died July 17, 2015 after a prolonged and brave struggle with cancer. Tough minded, generous and fair, Phyllis was an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and remembered always. Survived by sons, Vincent; Douglas; and Christopher; brothers, Kenneth Olson; Roger Olson; and sisters, Barbara Marfell; Catie Jorgenson; Linda...

Theresa J. Moes

Theresa J. Moes

July 16, 2015

Theresa J. Moes, age 100, of Hastings and formerly of New Trier, died peacefully Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Regina Medical Center with her family at her side. Theresa Johanna, the daughter of Martin and Mary (Rohr) Gores, was born on July 28, 1914 in Douglas Township, Dakota County. On June 18, 1947, she was united in marriage to...

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