Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Tammy R. Carlson
January 3, 2026
Tammy Renee Carlson, 65, of Vermillion, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, after courageously battling stage 4 lung cancer for over fifteen years. Born on October 4, 1960, at Northwestern Hospital in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Tammy lived her life with fearless determination, boundless love, and an unshakable spirit that inspired everyone who knew her.
The beloved wife of...
Jake Donald Gumphrey
January 3, 2026
Jake Gumphrey, age 34, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on January 18, 1991, in Burnsville, Minnesota, the son of Tammy Joan and Michael Robert Gumphrey.
Jake grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Apple Valley High School, Class of 2009. He worked in a variety of fields throughout his life, including concrete...
Joseph "Joe" Anthony Ries
January 3, 2026
Joseph A. Ries, age 61, passed peacefully after a brief but courageous fight with stage IV kidney cancer on January 3, 2026, at United Hospital in Saint Paul.Joe was born on May 6, 1964, in Hastings to Joseph and Marilyn Ries. He grew up in Vermillion and graduated from Hastings High School, Class of 1982. Following high school, Joe pursued...
John "Jack" Louis Richter
January 2, 2026
John “Jack” Richter passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Regina Hospital in Hastings. He was born January 4, 1938 in Winona, MN, the beloved son of John Edward and Martha Ann Richter.
Jack grew up in Winona, attending Cotter and Winona High Schools. Following a familial call to service, he enlisted in the United States...
Duran Richard "Richy" Kirschman
January 1, 2026
Duran Richard “Richy” Kirschman, age 56, of Burnsville, Minnesota, passed away on January 1, 2026.
Richy was born on June 28, 1969, in Edina to Duran and Beverly (Stenvik) Kirschman. One of six children, he grew up in Burnsville surrounded by family and friends.
Richy had a deep love for the outdoors and for staying busy. He enjoyed fishing, four wheeling, snowmobiling,...
Judith "Judy" Benston
January 1, 2026
Judith “Judy” Benston passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026. She was born on September 4, 1947, in California, the daughter of Emma and J.D. Foster. Judy was raised in Southern California and later earned her GED, a milestone she was proud to achieve.
Throughout her life, Judy held a variety of jobs, most notably working for over ten years at...
Thomas "Whitey" Johnson
December 31, 2025
Thomas “Whitey” Johnson, age 88, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at Augustana Nursing Home in Hastings.
Whitey was born on January 16, 1937, in Hastings, Minnesota, the beloved son of Agnes and Victor Johnson. He grew up in the community he loved and graduated from Hastings High School with the Class of 1955. A true Hastings fixture,...
Otto "Tex" Murry IV
December 29, 2025
Otto “Tex” Murry IV, 78, of Hastings, Minnesota, died on December 29, 2025 surrounded by his family at United Hospital in St. Paul, following a short illness.
Tex was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on January 23, 1947 to Otto Murry and Albertina (Cabral) Murry. In 1958, his family moved to Dickinson, North Dakota where he eventually met and married Eleanore “Jane”...
Justin M. Bowers
December 28, 2025
Justin M. Bowers, 37, of Rochester, formerly of Hastings, passed away peacefully in his sleep unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, while visiting family.
Justin was born on December 20, 1988, in Hastings to David Hines and Sabrina Bowers. From the start, he was someone who put his whole heart into the things he loved. Weightlifting was more than a hobby—it was...
Candice Lee Levy
December 26, 2025
Candice Lee Levy aka "Sparkles", age 42, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2025.
Candice was born on August 26, 1983, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to Jeffrey and Kristina (Burns) Steves. From the very beginning, Candice had a kind heart and a gentle spirit that drew people to her. She carried that warmth throughout her life, sharing it freely with her family,...
Leslie "Les" McKenzie
December 26, 2025
Leslie B. McKenzie, of Inver Grove Heights, passed away on December 26, 2025. After a long, fulfilling adventure called life, Les passed away at the age of 95. Loving dad, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Survived by children Cindy (Terry Scott) Wiedewitsch, Cheryl (Paul) Golden, Jeff (Michele Gilb), Mark (Erin Hood); grandchildren Adam (Tannicha Vialva) & Peter Wiedewitsch, Sarah & Laura...
Mary Jane Hurlburt
December 23, 2025
Mary Jane Hurlburt (Connett), 98 years old, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 23, 2025 after a long and healthy life.
Mary was born on September 26, 1927 in St. Paul, Minnesota. She was known for her love of all children and dedication to her family. She loved bowling, puzzles, card games, and traveling...
Thomas James Ptacek
December 23, 2025
Thomas J. Ptacek, age 76, of Prescott, WI, formerly of Portland, OR, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Comforts of Home in Hudson, Wisconsin.
Tom was born on November 8, 1949, in Prescott, Wisconsin, to Donald and Charlotte (Farrell) Ptacek. He grew up in Prescott alongside his siblings, MaryJo, Mike, and Peter, and was a graduate of Prescott...
Donald W. Glander
December 21, 2025
Donald W. Glander, age 86, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on December 21, 2025.
Born on New Year’s Day 1939 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to George and Marie Glander, Don dedicated over 50 years of his life as a technical draftsman, working on projects such as the Apollo Moon Lander and the first Space Shuttle. He retired from TSI...
Pastor Jim Bzoskie
December 19, 2025
Pastor James S. “Jim” Bzoskie, D.Th., 76, of Hastings, passed away suddenly on Friday morning, December 19, 2025. A devoted pastor, husband, dad, grandpa, and friend, Jim spent his life caring deeply for others. Through his faith, compassion, and steady presence, he left a lasting mark on countless lives.
Jim was born September 18, 1949, in Owatonna, Minnesota. Because of his...
Debra Ulrich
December 18, 2025
Debra Lynn Ulrich, age 68, of Hastings, MN passed away on December 18, 2025 after a 14 month battle with cancer. She went peacefully to be with Jesus, surrounded by her loving family.
Deb dedicated more than 40 years of her life to helping others; embodying kindnesss and compassion in everything that she did. For 17 of those years, she served...
Alice Radke
December 18, 2025
Alice Radke, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at White Pines Memory Care in Cottage Grove. She was born the daughter of Arthur and Rose Nelson on June 13, 1948 in Mandan, North Dakota. Alice grew up on a farm in North Dakota with 14 siblings. She moved to Fargo ND where she met her future husband, Dale Radke...
Kenneth Gregory LaFavor
December 15, 2025
Kenneth G. LaFavor, age 60, formerly of Hastings and currently of Aitkin, Minnesota, passed away at the lake up north, one of his favorite places.
Ken was born on July 9, 1965, in Ramsey County, Minnesota. He was adopted by Gregory and Gloria (Harwell) LaFavor and raised in Hastings alongside his siblings, David and Julie. Ken graduated from Hastings High School...
Patricia Marie Thomas
December 14, 2025
Patricia Marie Thomas
August 29, 1965 – December 14, 2025
Beloved mother, grandma, daughter, sister, and auntie
Patti, 60 years old, passed away at the comfort of her home in Prescott, Wisconsin on December 14, 2025.
She grew up in the city of Cannon Falls, Minnesota. Patti was a true inspiration. Always wanting to help out anyone she could, whether she knew them or...
Janet Marie Wilson
December 13, 2025
Janet Marie Wilson, age 89 of Eagan, passed away on December 13, 2025. Janet was born in Northfield, Minnesota on April 16, 1936, to Oliver and Clara Sletten. She graduated from Northfield High School in 1954.
She married Arlen Wilson on August 18, 1957, and began their life in Crosby-Ironton, Minnesota. Janet, Arlen, and daughter, Susan, moved to West St. Paul...
Tammy R. Carlson
January 3, 2026
Tammy Renee Carlson, 65, of Vermillion, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, after courageously battling stage 4 lung cancer for over fifteen years. Born on October 4, 1960, at Northwestern Hospital in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Tammy lived her life with fearless determination, boundless love, and an unshakable spirit that inspired everyone who knew her.
The beloved wife of...
Jake Donald Gumphrey
January 3, 2026
Jake Gumphrey, age 34, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on January 18, 1991, in Burnsville, Minnesota, the son of Tammy Joan and Michael Robert Gumphrey.
Jake grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Apple Valley High School, Class of 2009. He worked in a variety of fields throughout his life, including concrete...
Joseph "Joe" Anthony Ries
January 3, 2026
Joseph A. Ries, age 61, passed peacefully after a brief but courageous fight with stage IV kidney cancer on January 3, 2026, at United Hospital in Saint Paul.Joe was born on May 6, 1964, in Hastings to Joseph and Marilyn Ries. He grew up in Vermillion and graduated from Hastings High School, Class of 1982. Following high school, Joe pursued...
John "Jack" Louis Richter
January 2, 2026
John “Jack” Richter passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Regina Hospital in Hastings. He was born January 4, 1938 in Winona, MN, the beloved son of John Edward and Martha Ann Richter.
Jack grew up in Winona, attending Cotter and Winona High Schools. Following a familial call to service, he enlisted in the United States...
Duran Richard "Richy" Kirschman
January 1, 2026
Duran Richard “Richy” Kirschman, age 56, of Burnsville, Minnesota, passed away on January 1, 2026.
Richy was born on June 28, 1969, in Edina to Duran and Beverly (Stenvik) Kirschman. One of six children, he grew up in Burnsville surrounded by family and friends.
Richy had a deep love for the outdoors and for staying busy. He enjoyed fishing, four wheeling, snowmobiling,...
Judith "Judy" Benston
January 1, 2026
Judith “Judy” Benston passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026. She was born on September 4, 1947, in California, the daughter of Emma and J.D. Foster. Judy was raised in Southern California and later earned her GED, a milestone she was proud to achieve.
Throughout her life, Judy held a variety of jobs, most notably working for over ten years at...
Thomas "Whitey" Johnson
December 31, 2025
Thomas “Whitey” Johnson, age 88, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at Augustana Nursing Home in Hastings.
Whitey was born on January 16, 1937, in Hastings, Minnesota, the beloved son of Agnes and Victor Johnson. He grew up in the community he loved and graduated from Hastings High School with the Class of 1955. A true Hastings fixture,...
Otto "Tex" Murry IV
December 29, 2025
Otto “Tex” Murry IV, 78, of Hastings, Minnesota, died on December 29, 2025 surrounded by his family at United Hospital in St. Paul, following a short illness.
Tex was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on January 23, 1947 to Otto Murry and Albertina (Cabral) Murry. In 1958, his family moved to Dickinson, North Dakota where he eventually met and married Eleanore “Jane”...
Justin M. Bowers
December 28, 2025
Justin M. Bowers, 37, of Rochester, formerly of Hastings, passed away peacefully in his sleep unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, while visiting family.
Justin was born on December 20, 1988, in Hastings to David Hines and Sabrina Bowers. From the start, he was someone who put his whole heart into the things he loved. Weightlifting was more than a hobby—it was...
Candice Lee Levy
December 26, 2025
Candice Lee Levy aka "Sparkles", age 42, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2025.
Candice was born on August 26, 1983, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to Jeffrey and Kristina (Burns) Steves. From the very beginning, Candice had a kind heart and a gentle spirit that drew people to her. She carried that warmth throughout her life, sharing it freely with her family,...
Leslie "Les" McKenzie
December 26, 2025
Leslie B. McKenzie, of Inver Grove Heights, passed away on December 26, 2025. After a long, fulfilling adventure called life, Les passed away at the age of 95. Loving dad, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Survived by children Cindy (Terry Scott) Wiedewitsch, Cheryl (Paul) Golden, Jeff (Michele Gilb), Mark (Erin Hood); grandchildren Adam (Tannicha Vialva) & Peter Wiedewitsch, Sarah & Laura...
Mary Jane Hurlburt
December 23, 2025
Mary Jane Hurlburt (Connett), 98 years old, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 23, 2025 after a long and healthy life.
Mary was born on September 26, 1927 in St. Paul, Minnesota. She was known for her love of all children and dedication to her family. She loved bowling, puzzles, card games, and traveling...
Thomas James Ptacek
December 23, 2025
Thomas J. Ptacek, age 76, of Prescott, WI, formerly of Portland, OR, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Comforts of Home in Hudson, Wisconsin.
Tom was born on November 8, 1949, in Prescott, Wisconsin, to Donald and Charlotte (Farrell) Ptacek. He grew up in Prescott alongside his siblings, MaryJo, Mike, and Peter, and was a graduate of Prescott...
Donald W. Glander
December 21, 2025
Donald W. Glander, age 86, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on December 21, 2025.
Born on New Year’s Day 1939 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to George and Marie Glander, Don dedicated over 50 years of his life as a technical draftsman, working on projects such as the Apollo Moon Lander and the first Space Shuttle. He retired from TSI...
Pastor Jim Bzoskie
December 19, 2025
Pastor James S. “Jim” Bzoskie, D.Th., 76, of Hastings, passed away suddenly on Friday morning, December 19, 2025. A devoted pastor, husband, dad, grandpa, and friend, Jim spent his life caring deeply for others. Through his faith, compassion, and steady presence, he left a lasting mark on countless lives.
Jim was born September 18, 1949, in Owatonna, Minnesota. Because of his...
Debra Ulrich
December 18, 2025
Debra Lynn Ulrich, age 68, of Hastings, MN passed away on December 18, 2025 after a 14 month battle with cancer. She went peacefully to be with Jesus, surrounded by her loving family.
Deb dedicated more than 40 years of her life to helping others; embodying kindnesss and compassion in everything that she did. For 17 of those years, she served...
Alice Radke
December 18, 2025
Alice Radke, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at White Pines Memory Care in Cottage Grove. She was born the daughter of Arthur and Rose Nelson on June 13, 1948 in Mandan, North Dakota. Alice grew up on a farm in North Dakota with 14 siblings. She moved to Fargo ND where she met her future husband, Dale Radke...
Kenneth Gregory LaFavor
December 15, 2025
Kenneth G. LaFavor, age 60, formerly of Hastings and currently of Aitkin, Minnesota, passed away at the lake up north, one of his favorite places.
Ken was born on July 9, 1965, in Ramsey County, Minnesota. He was adopted by Gregory and Gloria (Harwell) LaFavor and raised in Hastings alongside his siblings, David and Julie. Ken graduated from Hastings High School...
Patricia Marie Thomas
December 14, 2025
Patricia Marie Thomas
August 29, 1965 – December 14, 2025
Beloved mother, grandma, daughter, sister, and auntie
Patti, 60 years old, passed away at the comfort of her home in Prescott, Wisconsin on December 14, 2025.
She grew up in the city of Cannon Falls, Minnesota. Patti was a true inspiration. Always wanting to help out anyone she could, whether she knew them or...
Janet Marie Wilson
December 13, 2025
Janet Marie Wilson, age 89 of Eagan, passed away on December 13, 2025. Janet was born in Northfield, Minnesota on April 16, 1936, to Oliver and Clara Sletten. She graduated from Northfield High School in 1954.
She married Arlen Wilson on August 18, 1957, and began their life in Crosby-Ironton, Minnesota. Janet, Arlen, and daughter, Susan, moved to West St. Paul...
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