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Obituaries for Starkson Family

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Forrest Henry Stapel

Forrest Henry Stapel

January 11, 2013

Forrest Henry Stapel, 96, of Rosemount, was called home by the LORD Friday, January 11. He was born April 9, 1916 in Lester Prairie, Minnesota to Emil and Martha (nee Wiedenroth) Stapel. Forrest served his country as a Navy Corpsman during World War II. He is survived by Marilyn, his wife of 64 years, son Forrest William (Lola), daughters Deborah...

Margaret E. Fredrickson

Margaret E. Fredrickson

January 10, 2013

Margaret E. Fredrickson age 89, of Minnetonka, born September 6, 1923 in Dalbo, MN to Aaron & Selma Dahlin, went home to be with her Heavenly Father, January 10, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar, 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Margaret will be dearly missed by daughters: Diane (John) Enslin, Deborah Lazar, Doreen Montague and Syd...

Gerald August Seida

Gerald August Seida

January 9, 2013

Gerald August Seida, 91, of Rosemount, passed away peacefully Wednesday surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 22, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois to Augustin and Edna (nee Jackway) Seida. Gerald is survived by his daughter Pat (Joe) Duszka, sons Bob (Rita) and Gerald (Nancy) Seida, 8 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren 3 great-great grandchildren, and brother Vince Seida. He was...

Margery E. Rehm

Margery E. Rehm

January 8, 2013

Margery E. Rehm, age 85 of Hastings died January 8, 2013 at Regina Hospital. Margery was born July 2, 1927 in Hastings, MN to George Adolph and Hazel Tomine (Petersen) Blake. Margery was a 1945 graduate of Hastings High School. She married Victor R. Rehm, Sr. on June 16, 1946 at Our Saviour�s Ev. Lutheran Church in Hastings, MN....

Rosalie A. Bauer

Rosalie A. Bauer

January 8, 2013

Rosalie A. Bauer, age 80 of Hastings died January 8, 2013 at Regina Assisted Living. Rosalie was born February 11, 1932 to George and Rose (Taube) Landsberger near New Trier. She attended rural schools and married Leo J. Bauer on November 15, 1950 in New Trier. She farmed with husband Leo their entire life in Marshan Township. She was...

Ruth E. Carlson

Ruth E. Carlson

January 8, 2013

Carlson, Ruth E Age 90 of Mpls., born April 10, 1922 in Roberts, WI to Lloyd & Lucie Jones, passed away Jan. 8, 2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leroy “Bud” Carlson. Ruth will be dearly missed by her son, David (Kathy) Carlson; daughter, Karen (Mitchell) Ehlenfeldt; grandchildren, Christopher (Amy) Carlson and Leah Carlson; three great-grandchildren; brother...

Merlin G. Fasbender

Merlin G. Fasbender

January 7, 2013

Merlin Fasbender, age80 of Hastings died January 7, 2013. Merlin was born August 12, 1932 in Pierce Co, WI to Leo and Frances (Rock) Fasbender. He attended catholic school at St. Mary�s � Big River in River Falls, WI. In his first year of high school, Merlin went to St. John�s Collegeville. He later attended Prescott High School, Prescott,...

Patricia Sherry Chapman

Patricia Sherry Chapman

January 7, 2013

Patricia A. Chapman, age 75 of Hastings died January 7, 2013 at the Regina Nursing Home, Hastings. Patricia was born October 5, 1937 in Minneiska, MN to Maurice and Veronica Heaser. She had worked as an agent in the insurance industry prior to her retirement. She was preceded in death by her parents; infant daughter Sandra; and sister Jean...

James L. Cox "Whoopty Do General"

James L. Cox "Whoopty Do General"

January 7, 2013

James L. Cox, “Whoopty Do General” Age 92 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 19, 1920 in Devon, MT to Charles and Florence Cox, passed away with family at his side, Jan. 7, 2013. James was honored to serve in the USMC during WWII and Korea. He is preceded in death by wife, Mildred; daughter, Ann Bannochie and son, Gerald Stafford. James...

Gwen M Weitzel

Gwen M Weitzel

January 7, 2013

WEITZEL

Gwen M., age 59, of Apple Valley, MN, formerly of Reading, PA, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2012. Gwen is preceded in death by her grandparents. She is survived by her husband, Ron; 2 daughters, Jennifer (Willie) Ayala and Allison Weitzel; her parents, Kenneth and Ruth Bender, of Reading, PA, and her brother, Barry Bender. A gathering of family...

Elisabeth A. Hanke

Elisabeth A. Hanke

January 6, 2013

Elisabeth A. Hanke

Age 85 of Apple Valley, formerly of Bloomington, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2013. Preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth and 2 brothers. Survived by her children, Lauren (David) Lown and Jeffrey (Linda); 3 grandchildren, Joshua, Nicholas and Elisabeth; 1 great-grandson, Tristin; 2 sisters, Dorothy Bentrup and Marion (Waldo) Schlipp; brother, Jerry (Harriet) Buelow; nieces, nephews...

Gene A. Braaten

Gene A. Braaten

January 5, 2013

Braaten, Gene A., of Rosemount, passed away peacefully on Jan. 5, 2013. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly; sister, Marilyn; and his parents, Palmer and Margaret. Gene is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Linda; daughters, Gina and Annette; 6 grandchildren; 12 siblings; and Ezzy the yorkie; close family and friends. Gene was an active...

Glen D. Snyder

Glen D. Snyder

January 4, 2013

Glen D. Snyder, age 77, of Hastings died Friday, January 4, 2013 at his home following a lengthy illness. Glen was born January 21, 1935 in Hastings to Nicholas and Hazel (Foster) Snyder. He worked for over 50 years at H.D. Hudson Manufacturing in Hastings, retiring in 2000. He married Monica Reinardy January 13, 1962 at St. Boniface Church...

Timothy P. Recer

Timothy P. Recer

January 4, 2013

Timothy P. Recer, age 67, of Hackensack, formerly of Hastings, passed away January 4, 2013. He was born in Oklahoma City, OK on November 28, 1945 to Fred and Florence Recer. He retired from Lockeed Martin after more than 40 years of employment.Tim is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by Joyce and sons, Charlie (Shelly)...

Louis J. Ellis

Louis J. Ellis

January 4, 2013

Ellis, Louis J., age 95, of Minneapolis, passed away January 4, 2013 at home. Preceded in death by his wife, Vivian. Survived by sons, Dennis and Lee (Sheila); granddaughter, Kortney (Jason); great-granddaughter, Rylie; nephew, Gary (Joyce); sisters-in-law, Rosella and Marilyn; many nieces & nephews. Service Wed., 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. Visitation 1 hour...

Andrew John Steinke

Andrew John Steinke

January 1, 2013

Andrew John Steinke, age 21, of Prescott, WI died January 1, 2013. Andrew was born February 7, 1991 in Hastings and had worked as a laborer in the construction field. Andrew is survived by his father Bruce Steinke of Hastings; mother Stephanie Robinson (Gary) of Bruno, MN; sister Jill Steinke, brother Bruce Steinke Jr., sister Heidi Steinke, brother Sam...

Sonia Ingeborg Johnston

Sonia Ingeborg Johnston

January 1, 2013

Our beautiful wife & mother, of Richfield, passed into the presence of God on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the age of 94, surrounded by her loving family. Sonia will be remembered by her family and friends as a warm, loving, gracious, giving woman with an incredible servant’s heart. Most of all, her beloved family always came first and was...

Arlene Lucille Kuss

Arlene Lucille Kuss

January 1, 2013

Arlene Lucille Kuss, 81, of Bloomington, passed away Tuesday. She was born September 15, 1931 in Antigo, Wisconsin to Theodore and Lucille Benson. Arlene is survived by her son, Nathan Farley, brothers Richard and Reverend Kenneth (Ruth) Benson, sister-in-law Dolores Benson, and their families. She was preceded in death by her brother, Gerald Benson, and sister-in-law Marion Benson. Visitation will...

H. Dorothy Braaten

H. Dorothy Braaten

January 1, 2013

H. Dorothy Braaten, Age 91 of Mpls., born June 17, 1921 in Amery, WI, passed away Jan. 1, 2013. Preceded in death by her husband, Howard and son, John. Will be deeply missed by her daughters: Kristine (Robert) Ruminsky, Mary (Ralph) Peterson and Joanne (Greg) Pratt; daughter-in-law, Laureen Braaten; 10 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Phyllis (Glenn) Hindal. She was actively...

Morris H. Folson

Morris H. Folson

December 29, 2012

Morris Henry Folson, age 76, of Minneapolis, formerly of Hastings, passed away at the Minnesota Veteran's Home on December 29, 2012. He was born on the Pineridge Reservation in South Dakota on May 27, 1936 to Frank and Evangeline Folson.Graveside Service at Fort Snelling National Cemetery will be held on Monday (1/7) at 10:30a.m. in assembly area #5.

Forrest Henry Stapel

Forrest Henry Stapel

January 11, 2013

Forrest Henry Stapel, 96, of Rosemount, was called home by the LORD Friday, January 11. He was born April 9, 1916 in Lester Prairie, Minnesota to Emil and Martha (nee Wiedenroth) Stapel. Forrest served his country as a Navy Corpsman during World War II. He is survived by Marilyn, his wife of 64 years, son Forrest William (Lola), daughters Deborah...

Margaret E. Fredrickson

Margaret E. Fredrickson

January 10, 2013

Margaret E. Fredrickson age 89, of Minnetonka, born September 6, 1923 in Dalbo, MN to Aaron & Selma Dahlin, went home to be with her Heavenly Father, January 10, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar, 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Margaret will be dearly missed by daughters: Diane (John) Enslin, Deborah Lazar, Doreen Montague and Syd...

Gerald August Seida

Gerald August Seida

January 9, 2013

Gerald August Seida, 91, of Rosemount, passed away peacefully Wednesday surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 22, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois to Augustin and Edna (nee Jackway) Seida. Gerald is survived by his daughter Pat (Joe) Duszka, sons Bob (Rita) and Gerald (Nancy) Seida, 8 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren 3 great-great grandchildren, and brother Vince Seida. He was...

Margery E. Rehm

Margery E. Rehm

January 8, 2013

Margery E. Rehm, age 85 of Hastings died January 8, 2013 at Regina Hospital. Margery was born July 2, 1927 in Hastings, MN to George Adolph and Hazel Tomine (Petersen) Blake. Margery was a 1945 graduate of Hastings High School. She married Victor R. Rehm, Sr. on June 16, 1946 at Our Saviour�s Ev. Lutheran Church in Hastings, MN....

Rosalie A. Bauer

Rosalie A. Bauer

January 8, 2013

Rosalie A. Bauer, age 80 of Hastings died January 8, 2013 at Regina Assisted Living. Rosalie was born February 11, 1932 to George and Rose (Taube) Landsberger near New Trier. She attended rural schools and married Leo J. Bauer on November 15, 1950 in New Trier. She farmed with husband Leo their entire life in Marshan Township. She was...

Ruth E. Carlson

Ruth E. Carlson

January 8, 2013

Carlson, Ruth E Age 90 of Mpls., born April 10, 1922 in Roberts, WI to Lloyd & Lucie Jones, passed away Jan. 8, 2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leroy “Bud” Carlson. Ruth will be dearly missed by her son, David (Kathy) Carlson; daughter, Karen (Mitchell) Ehlenfeldt; grandchildren, Christopher (Amy) Carlson and Leah Carlson; three great-grandchildren; brother...

Merlin G. Fasbender

Merlin G. Fasbender

January 7, 2013

Merlin Fasbender, age80 of Hastings died January 7, 2013. Merlin was born August 12, 1932 in Pierce Co, WI to Leo and Frances (Rock) Fasbender. He attended catholic school at St. Mary�s � Big River in River Falls, WI. In his first year of high school, Merlin went to St. John�s Collegeville. He later attended Prescott High School, Prescott,...

Patricia Sherry Chapman

Patricia Sherry Chapman

January 7, 2013

Patricia A. Chapman, age 75 of Hastings died January 7, 2013 at the Regina Nursing Home, Hastings. Patricia was born October 5, 1937 in Minneiska, MN to Maurice and Veronica Heaser. She had worked as an agent in the insurance industry prior to her retirement. She was preceded in death by her parents; infant daughter Sandra; and sister Jean...

James L. Cox "Whoopty Do General"

James L. Cox "Whoopty Do General"

January 7, 2013

James L. Cox, “Whoopty Do General” Age 92 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 19, 1920 in Devon, MT to Charles and Florence Cox, passed away with family at his side, Jan. 7, 2013. James was honored to serve in the USMC during WWII and Korea. He is preceded in death by wife, Mildred; daughter, Ann Bannochie and son, Gerald Stafford. James...

Gwen M Weitzel

Gwen M Weitzel

January 7, 2013

WEITZEL

Gwen M., age 59, of Apple Valley, MN, formerly of Reading, PA, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2012. Gwen is preceded in death by her grandparents. She is survived by her husband, Ron; 2 daughters, Jennifer (Willie) Ayala and Allison Weitzel; her parents, Kenneth and Ruth Bender, of Reading, PA, and her brother, Barry Bender. A gathering of family...

Elisabeth A. Hanke

Elisabeth A. Hanke

January 6, 2013

Elisabeth A. Hanke

Age 85 of Apple Valley, formerly of Bloomington, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2013. Preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth and 2 brothers. Survived by her children, Lauren (David) Lown and Jeffrey (Linda); 3 grandchildren, Joshua, Nicholas and Elisabeth; 1 great-grandson, Tristin; 2 sisters, Dorothy Bentrup and Marion (Waldo) Schlipp; brother, Jerry (Harriet) Buelow; nieces, nephews...

Gene A. Braaten

Gene A. Braaten

January 5, 2013

Braaten, Gene A., of Rosemount, passed away peacefully on Jan. 5, 2013. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly; sister, Marilyn; and his parents, Palmer and Margaret. Gene is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Linda; daughters, Gina and Annette; 6 grandchildren; 12 siblings; and Ezzy the yorkie; close family and friends. Gene was an active...

Glen D. Snyder

Glen D. Snyder

January 4, 2013

Glen D. Snyder, age 77, of Hastings died Friday, January 4, 2013 at his home following a lengthy illness. Glen was born January 21, 1935 in Hastings to Nicholas and Hazel (Foster) Snyder. He worked for over 50 years at H.D. Hudson Manufacturing in Hastings, retiring in 2000. He married Monica Reinardy January 13, 1962 at St. Boniface Church...

Timothy P. Recer

Timothy P. Recer

January 4, 2013

Timothy P. Recer, age 67, of Hackensack, formerly of Hastings, passed away January 4, 2013. He was born in Oklahoma City, OK on November 28, 1945 to Fred and Florence Recer. He retired from Lockeed Martin after more than 40 years of employment.Tim is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by Joyce and sons, Charlie (Shelly)...

Louis J. Ellis

Louis J. Ellis

January 4, 2013

Ellis, Louis J., age 95, of Minneapolis, passed away January 4, 2013 at home. Preceded in death by his wife, Vivian. Survived by sons, Dennis and Lee (Sheila); granddaughter, Kortney (Jason); great-granddaughter, Rylie; nephew, Gary (Joyce); sisters-in-law, Rosella and Marilyn; many nieces & nephews. Service Wed., 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. Visitation 1 hour...

Andrew John Steinke

Andrew John Steinke

January 1, 2013

Andrew John Steinke, age 21, of Prescott, WI died January 1, 2013. Andrew was born February 7, 1991 in Hastings and had worked as a laborer in the construction field. Andrew is survived by his father Bruce Steinke of Hastings; mother Stephanie Robinson (Gary) of Bruno, MN; sister Jill Steinke, brother Bruce Steinke Jr., sister Heidi Steinke, brother Sam...

Sonia Ingeborg Johnston

Sonia Ingeborg Johnston

January 1, 2013

Our beautiful wife & mother, of Richfield, passed into the presence of God on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the age of 94, surrounded by her loving family. Sonia will be remembered by her family and friends as a warm, loving, gracious, giving woman with an incredible servant’s heart. Most of all, her beloved family always came first and was...

Arlene Lucille Kuss

Arlene Lucille Kuss

January 1, 2013

Arlene Lucille Kuss, 81, of Bloomington, passed away Tuesday. She was born September 15, 1931 in Antigo, Wisconsin to Theodore and Lucille Benson. Arlene is survived by her son, Nathan Farley, brothers Richard and Reverend Kenneth (Ruth) Benson, sister-in-law Dolores Benson, and their families. She was preceded in death by her brother, Gerald Benson, and sister-in-law Marion Benson. Visitation will...

H. Dorothy Braaten

H. Dorothy Braaten

January 1, 2013

H. Dorothy Braaten, Age 91 of Mpls., born June 17, 1921 in Amery, WI, passed away Jan. 1, 2013. Preceded in death by her husband, Howard and son, John. Will be deeply missed by her daughters: Kristine (Robert) Ruminsky, Mary (Ralph) Peterson and Joanne (Greg) Pratt; daughter-in-law, Laureen Braaten; 10 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Phyllis (Glenn) Hindal. She was actively...

Morris H. Folson

Morris H. Folson

December 29, 2012

Morris Henry Folson, age 76, of Minneapolis, formerly of Hastings, passed away at the Minnesota Veteran's Home on December 29, 2012. He was born on the Pineridge Reservation in South Dakota on May 27, 1936 to Frank and Evangeline Folson.Graveside Service at Fort Snelling National Cemetery will be held on Monday (1/7) at 10:30a.m. in assembly area #5.

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