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David L. Jauch

David L. Jauch

January 5, 2014

Jauch, David L. age 41, of Eagan, passed away unexpectedly on January 5, 2014. He is preceded in death by his grandparents. David is survived by his parents, James and Judith; a brother, James Jr. (Dawn); two nephews, Joshua and Ethan; aunts, uncles, a cousin, and friends. Our beloved David will be missed by everyone who knew him. A memorial...

Rosella F. Vanvoltenberg

Rosella F. Vanvoltenberg

January 4, 2014

Rosella F. VanVoltenberg, age 73 of Hastings died Saturday, January 4, 2014 at Regina Nursing Home, Hastings.Rose was born September 29, 1940 in Hastings, MN to Nick and Marie (Bauer) Brochman. She married James VanVoltenberg on June 28, 1965. She was employed as a waitress at the Mississippi Belle and the Black Stallion for many years before working at...

Ruth E. Mellstrom

Ruth E. Mellstrom

January 4, 2014

Mellstrom, Ruth E. age 101 of Mpls. Preceded by parents, and siblings. Survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Service Wednesday 11 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. with visitation 1 hour before. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery.

Burial Date January 8, 2014

Lawrence J. "Larry" Anderson

Lawrence J. "Larry" Anderson

January 4, 2014

Lawrence J. “Larry” Anderson Age 66 of Nelson, WI, born in Waukon, IA to Paul & Theresa Anderson, passed away, Jan. 4, 2014. Larry served in the USMC during Vietnam. He is preceded in death by his dad, Paul. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 10 years, Gloria; children: Dianne (Tom) Andrews, Joshua (Kristol), Amber (Tom)...

Ronald L. Zastrow

Ronald L. Zastrow

January 2, 2014

Ronald L. Zastrow, age 79 of Prescott, WI died Thursday, January 2, 2014 at United Hospital in St. Paul.Ronald was born March 15, 1934 in Hastings to Chester and Ethel (Stark) Zastrow. A graduate of Hastings High School, class of 1952, he received his BA degree from University of WI, River Falls. Ronald married Sally A. Belt on October...

Jerry J. Fritz

Jerry J. Fritz

January 1, 2014

Jerome �Jerry� Fritz, age 71 of St. Paul passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2014 after a 3 year battle with multiple myeloma.He is survived by his wife Nancy; brother John Fritz of Port Clinton, OH; children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews many family-like friends.A Memorial Mass will be held 1 pm Friday, January 17, 2014 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, 398...

Lavern V. Ovsak

Lavern V. Ovsak

December 31, 2013

Lavern V. Ovsak, age 89 of Hastings died December 31, 2013 at the Augustana Health Care Center in Hastings. Lavern was born December 27, 1924 in River Falls, WI to Michael and Cecelia (Yanish) Ovsak. He served in the US Army during WWII and married June (Iverson) Flom on June 5, 1971 at Our Saviour�s Lutheran Church in Hastings....

Joan M. Allenburg

Joan M. Allenburg

December 27, 2013

Joan M. Allenburg, age 59, of Eagan, passed away at home December 27, 2013.She was preceded in death by her mother, Laurel. Joan is survived by her children, Clint Horan; Jennifer (Jason) Conrad; and Ashley Howe; grandchildren, Alex and Emily; father, John Allenburg; siblings, Sara (Tom); Deborah (Rick); Kim (Peter); Laurel (David); John (Margaret); Paula (Andrew); Jean (Paul); and...

Debra A. Coonrod

Debra A. Coonrod

December 24, 2013

Debra A. Coonrod, age 56 of St. Paul, formerly of Hastings died unexpectedly December 24, 2013 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Debra was born August 15, 1957 in Hastings to Jack and Marjorie (Wildes) Coonrod. She was a 1975 graduate of Hastings High School and had worked as an accountant. She was preceded in death by her father...

Sarah "Sally" E. Polkinghorne

Sarah "Sally" E. Polkinghorne

December 23, 2013

Sarah E. “Sally” Polkinghorne, Age 75 of Mpls., born Apr. 30, 1938 in Mpls. to Richard and Esther Jones, passed away Dec. 23, 2013. Preceded in death by husband, Gerald “Jerry”. Sally will be dearly missed by children: Gail Polkinghorne, Steve (Alena) and Scott (Gretchen); grandchildren: Calvin, Lucy, Dylan and Olivia; siblings: Judy (Brian) Leo, Sue (Nemo) Cannon, Margaret Ridge,...

Margaret Cheryl Ann Johnson

Margaret Cheryl Ann Johnson

December 20, 2013

Margaret Cheryl Johnson, age 57, of Hastings passed peacefully December 20, 2013 at the Augustana Nursing Home after a long battle with emphysema and COPD.Margaret was born June 17, 1956 in Charleston, SC. She was raised by Warren and Barbara Holman. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1974 and had worked as a nursing assistant in nursing homes.She...

Helen F. Barnstable

Helen F. Barnstable

December 19, 2013

Barnstable, Helen F. age 103, of Mpls. Preceded in death by son, Jerry; brothers, Victor, Earl and Ted; and sister, Mildred. Survived by husband of 53 years, Lloyd; daughter, Joyce Wada; 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren; and 2 nephews. Service 10:30 AM Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 5212 41st Ave. S., with visitation one hour...

Helen L. Kulander

Helen L. Kulander

December 19, 2013

Kulander, Helen L.

age 95 of Columbia Heights. Preceded by husband, Everett. Survived by children, Gene (Mary Lou) Kulander and Suzy Kulander; grandchildren, John (Lori) Kulander, Kris (Christopher) Hopping and Scott Kulander (Eric Henley); great-grandchildren, Jacob Hopping, Stephanie Hopping, Hannah Kulander, Tiffany Kulander and Emma Kulander. Service 10:30 AM, Monday, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. Visitation 1 hour...

Ira J. Neary

Ira J. Neary

December 19, 2013

Neary, Ira J. Of Rosemount, MN. This dedicated roofer bravely battled cancer before passing peacefully. He is preceded in death by his parents, Art and Catherine. Ira is survived by his wife, Kathy; 4 children and their spouses; 7 grandchildren; 3 sisters and their spouses; and a brother-in-law and his spouse. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will by held...

Zachary Robert Violett

Zachary Robert Violett

December 18, 2013

Violett, Zachary Robert 5 months old of Montrose, MN, went to be with Jesus December 18, 2013. Survived by parents, Jesse and Jill; and big sister, Kaitlyn; grandparents, Dale and Becky Buker, John and Faith Ann Violett, and Diane and John Greig; aunts, uncles, other family and friends. Service 11 AM Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 5212...

Richard A. Boese

Richard A. Boese

December 17, 2013

Richard A. Boese, age 61, of Hastings, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at United Hospital in St. Paul. He was born in St. Cloud, MN to Herman and Emma Boese. He spent much of his life in St. Cloud before relocating to Hastings. Richard loved the outdoors; from fishing on Fort Peck in Montana, to prospecting for...

Vivian Ann Pearson

Vivian Ann Pearson

December 16, 2013

Vivian Pearson, age 81 of Hastings died Monday, December 16, 2013 at her home. Vivian was born August 20, 1932 in Red Wing, MN to Carl and Hulda (Lindquist) Anderson. She was a graduate of Ellsworth High School and married Dale Pearson on December 8, 1951 at Svea Lutheran Church in Hager City, WI. Vivian was co-owner with her...

Elizabeth J. Crane

Elizabeth J. Crane

December 16, 2013

Elizabeth J. Crane, age 72 of Hastings died Monday, December 16, 2013 at Regina Health Care Center while surrounded by her five adoring children.Elizabeth was born June 15, 1941 in Fargo, ND to Russell and Patricia (McCormick) Moen. She attended Stanley High School in Fargo, ND and also graduated from NDSU with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Fashion...

Kalinda J. Hendrikson

Kalinda J. Hendrikson

December 15, 2013

Hendrikson, Kalinda Joy “Kali” (Munzel)Born 3/13/83, Died 12/15/13 at age 30 with her husband and parents by her side. Kali, a faithful follower of Jesus, went home to live with her Lord and Savior. Preceded in death by her son Isaiah, Grandma Betty & Grandpa Harold. Survived by loving husband, Nick Hendrikson, parents, Jeff & Vicky Munzel, sisters, Jessica...

Arlynne W. Wolf

Arlynne W. Wolf

December 15, 2013

Wolf, Arlynne W. age 65, of Apple Valley, passed away on December 15, 2013. She is preceded in death by her parents and a brother. Arlynne is survived by her husband of 34 years, Dan; 1 sister; 2 brothers; nieces, a nephew, and friends. Arlynne’s memorial service will be held on Friday, Dec. 20, 1:00 PM at Henry W. Anderson...

David L. Jauch

David L. Jauch

January 5, 2014

Jauch, David L. age 41, of Eagan, passed away unexpectedly on January 5, 2014. He is preceded in death by his grandparents. David is survived by his parents, James and Judith; a brother, James Jr. (Dawn); two nephews, Joshua and Ethan; aunts, uncles, a cousin, and friends. Our beloved David will be missed by everyone who knew him. A memorial...

Rosella F. Vanvoltenberg

Rosella F. Vanvoltenberg

January 4, 2014

Rosella F. VanVoltenberg, age 73 of Hastings died Saturday, January 4, 2014 at Regina Nursing Home, Hastings.Rose was born September 29, 1940 in Hastings, MN to Nick and Marie (Bauer) Brochman. She married James VanVoltenberg on June 28, 1965. She was employed as a waitress at the Mississippi Belle and the Black Stallion for many years before working at...

Ruth E. Mellstrom

Ruth E. Mellstrom

January 4, 2014

Mellstrom, Ruth E. age 101 of Mpls. Preceded by parents, and siblings. Survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Service Wednesday 11 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. with visitation 1 hour before. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery.

Burial Date January 8, 2014

Lawrence J. "Larry" Anderson

Lawrence J. "Larry" Anderson

January 4, 2014

Lawrence J. “Larry” Anderson Age 66 of Nelson, WI, born in Waukon, IA to Paul & Theresa Anderson, passed away, Jan. 4, 2014. Larry served in the USMC during Vietnam. He is preceded in death by his dad, Paul. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 10 years, Gloria; children: Dianne (Tom) Andrews, Joshua (Kristol), Amber (Tom)...

Ronald L. Zastrow

Ronald L. Zastrow

January 2, 2014

Ronald L. Zastrow, age 79 of Prescott, WI died Thursday, January 2, 2014 at United Hospital in St. Paul.Ronald was born March 15, 1934 in Hastings to Chester and Ethel (Stark) Zastrow. A graduate of Hastings High School, class of 1952, he received his BA degree from University of WI, River Falls. Ronald married Sally A. Belt on October...

Jerry J. Fritz

Jerry J. Fritz

January 1, 2014

Jerome �Jerry� Fritz, age 71 of St. Paul passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2014 after a 3 year battle with multiple myeloma.He is survived by his wife Nancy; brother John Fritz of Port Clinton, OH; children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews many family-like friends.A Memorial Mass will be held 1 pm Friday, January 17, 2014 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, 398...

Lavern V. Ovsak

Lavern V. Ovsak

December 31, 2013

Lavern V. Ovsak, age 89 of Hastings died December 31, 2013 at the Augustana Health Care Center in Hastings. Lavern was born December 27, 1924 in River Falls, WI to Michael and Cecelia (Yanish) Ovsak. He served in the US Army during WWII and married June (Iverson) Flom on June 5, 1971 at Our Saviour�s Lutheran Church in Hastings....

Joan M. Allenburg

Joan M. Allenburg

December 27, 2013

Joan M. Allenburg, age 59, of Eagan, passed away at home December 27, 2013.She was preceded in death by her mother, Laurel. Joan is survived by her children, Clint Horan; Jennifer (Jason) Conrad; and Ashley Howe; grandchildren, Alex and Emily; father, John Allenburg; siblings, Sara (Tom); Deborah (Rick); Kim (Peter); Laurel (David); John (Margaret); Paula (Andrew); Jean (Paul); and...

Debra A. Coonrod

Debra A. Coonrod

December 24, 2013

Debra A. Coonrod, age 56 of St. Paul, formerly of Hastings died unexpectedly December 24, 2013 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Debra was born August 15, 1957 in Hastings to Jack and Marjorie (Wildes) Coonrod. She was a 1975 graduate of Hastings High School and had worked as an accountant. She was preceded in death by her father...

Sarah "Sally" E. Polkinghorne

Sarah "Sally" E. Polkinghorne

December 23, 2013

Sarah E. “Sally” Polkinghorne, Age 75 of Mpls., born Apr. 30, 1938 in Mpls. to Richard and Esther Jones, passed away Dec. 23, 2013. Preceded in death by husband, Gerald “Jerry”. Sally will be dearly missed by children: Gail Polkinghorne, Steve (Alena) and Scott (Gretchen); grandchildren: Calvin, Lucy, Dylan and Olivia; siblings: Judy (Brian) Leo, Sue (Nemo) Cannon, Margaret Ridge,...

Margaret Cheryl Ann Johnson

Margaret Cheryl Ann Johnson

December 20, 2013

Margaret Cheryl Johnson, age 57, of Hastings passed peacefully December 20, 2013 at the Augustana Nursing Home after a long battle with emphysema and COPD.Margaret was born June 17, 1956 in Charleston, SC. She was raised by Warren and Barbara Holman. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1974 and had worked as a nursing assistant in nursing homes.She...

Helen F. Barnstable

Helen F. Barnstable

December 19, 2013

Barnstable, Helen F. age 103, of Mpls. Preceded in death by son, Jerry; brothers, Victor, Earl and Ted; and sister, Mildred. Survived by husband of 53 years, Lloyd; daughter, Joyce Wada; 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren; and 2 nephews. Service 10:30 AM Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 5212 41st Ave. S., with visitation one hour...

Helen L. Kulander

Helen L. Kulander

December 19, 2013

Kulander, Helen L.

age 95 of Columbia Heights. Preceded by husband, Everett. Survived by children, Gene (Mary Lou) Kulander and Suzy Kulander; grandchildren, John (Lori) Kulander, Kris (Christopher) Hopping and Scott Kulander (Eric Henley); great-grandchildren, Jacob Hopping, Stephanie Hopping, Hannah Kulander, Tiffany Kulander and Emma Kulander. Service 10:30 AM, Monday, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. Visitation 1 hour...

Ira J. Neary

Ira J. Neary

December 19, 2013

Neary, Ira J. Of Rosemount, MN. This dedicated roofer bravely battled cancer before passing peacefully. He is preceded in death by his parents, Art and Catherine. Ira is survived by his wife, Kathy; 4 children and their spouses; 7 grandchildren; 3 sisters and their spouses; and a brother-in-law and his spouse. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will by held...

Zachary Robert Violett

Zachary Robert Violett

December 18, 2013

Violett, Zachary Robert 5 months old of Montrose, MN, went to be with Jesus December 18, 2013. Survived by parents, Jesse and Jill; and big sister, Kaitlyn; grandparents, Dale and Becky Buker, John and Faith Ann Violett, and Diane and John Greig; aunts, uncles, other family and friends. Service 11 AM Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 5212...

Richard A. Boese

Richard A. Boese

December 17, 2013

Richard A. Boese, age 61, of Hastings, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at United Hospital in St. Paul. He was born in St. Cloud, MN to Herman and Emma Boese. He spent much of his life in St. Cloud before relocating to Hastings. Richard loved the outdoors; from fishing on Fort Peck in Montana, to prospecting for...

Vivian Ann Pearson

Vivian Ann Pearson

December 16, 2013

Vivian Pearson, age 81 of Hastings died Monday, December 16, 2013 at her home. Vivian was born August 20, 1932 in Red Wing, MN to Carl and Hulda (Lindquist) Anderson. She was a graduate of Ellsworth High School and married Dale Pearson on December 8, 1951 at Svea Lutheran Church in Hager City, WI. Vivian was co-owner with her...

Elizabeth J. Crane

Elizabeth J. Crane

December 16, 2013

Elizabeth J. Crane, age 72 of Hastings died Monday, December 16, 2013 at Regina Health Care Center while surrounded by her five adoring children.Elizabeth was born June 15, 1941 in Fargo, ND to Russell and Patricia (McCormick) Moen. She attended Stanley High School in Fargo, ND and also graduated from NDSU with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Fashion...

Kalinda J. Hendrikson

Kalinda J. Hendrikson

December 15, 2013

Hendrikson, Kalinda Joy “Kali” (Munzel)Born 3/13/83, Died 12/15/13 at age 30 with her husband and parents by her side. Kali, a faithful follower of Jesus, went home to live with her Lord and Savior. Preceded in death by her son Isaiah, Grandma Betty & Grandpa Harold. Survived by loving husband, Nick Hendrikson, parents, Jeff & Vicky Munzel, sisters, Jessica...

Arlynne W. Wolf

Arlynne W. Wolf

December 15, 2013

Wolf, Arlynne W. age 65, of Apple Valley, passed away on December 15, 2013. She is preceded in death by her parents and a brother. Arlynne is survived by her husband of 34 years, Dan; 1 sister; 2 brothers; nieces, a nephew, and friends. Arlynne’s memorial service will be held on Friday, Dec. 20, 1:00 PM at Henry W. Anderson...

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