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John W. Mortensen

John W. Mortensen

February 14, 2012

John W. Mortensen, 78, of Apple Valley, passed away Tuesday with his daughter and son-in-law by his side. He was born March 23, 1933 in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Arthur and Sylvia (nee Waage) Mortensen. John is survived by daughters Linda (Brian) Johnston and Karen (Lynn) Koenen, 5 grandchildren, Sarah, Kari, Mike, Lindsey, and Eric (Shiovan), and great-grandson Spencer. He...

Ted W. Davis

Ted W. Davis

February 13, 2012

Ted W. Davis, age 47, of Chisago City, passed away February 13, 2012. He was born in Anaheim, CA and worked in the construction business. Private Family services will be held.

Janice Ann Laguire

Janice Ann Laguire

February 11, 2012

Janice Ann LaGuire, 70, of Apple Valley, passed away Saturday surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 24, 1941 in Owosso, Michigan to Harvey Wayne and Lydia (nee Chrest) Nolph. Janice is survived by her husband Michael, children Cheryl (Dwayne) Johnson, Michael (Gregg Hatleli) LaGuire, and Susan (Jeff) Shambre, grandchildren Matthew and Timothy Johnson, Lindsey and Lauren Shambre,...

Eugene Peter Walz

Eugene Peter Walz

February 11, 2012

Eugene Peter Walz, 84, of Burnsville, passed away Saturday surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 30, 1927 in Watkins, Minnesota to Ferdinand and Anna ( Neu) Walz. Eugene is survived by his wife Dorothy, son James (Sandra) Walz, daughter Barbara (James) Briant, grandchildren Lindsay (Derek) Bell, Derek Walz, Brittney and Heather Briant, Michael (Kim) and Steven Walz,...

Birgit "Bibbi" Brown

Birgit "Bibbi" Brown

February 10, 2012

Birgit “Bibbi” Brown, 77, of Burnsville, passed away Friday surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 14, 1934 in Esbjerg, Denmark to George and Ana (nee Ronn) Andersen. Bibbi is survived by her husband of 55 years, Tom, daughters Linda (Gary) Nelson, Lisa (Randall) Peterson, Lora (Ashley) Dean, and Lona (James) Brim, son Tom Brown, grandchildren Tiffany Nelson,...

Chris Feste

Chris Feste

February 9, 2012

Chris Feste, age 99, of Augustana Home, Mpls. WWII veteran, 60-year member Carpenters Local #7. Member of Norwegian Glee Club and Vonheim Lodge. Survived by wife of 70 years, Ruth; children, Karen Feste (Serge Herzog), Dale (Cathy) Feste, Barbara (Jerry) LaSee; 4 grandchildren, Kristina Feste-Hanson, John (Katie) Feste, Tom and Claire LaSee; great-grandson, Frank Christian Feste. Reviewal Wednesday, 4-7 PM,...

George E. Ross

George E. Ross

February 5, 2012

George E. Ross, age 86, of Hastings died February 5, 2012 at the Regina Medical Center in Hastings.George was born April 10, 1925 to Carl Ella (Phalen) Ross in Hammond WI. After graduating from Hammond High School in 1943 he joined the Navy and served as a Seaman 1st class during World War II. He was a lifeong member...

Richard R. Wiltermuth

Richard R. Wiltermuth

February 5, 2012

Richard R. Wiltermuth, age 66 of Hastings died February 5, 2012 at his home. Richard was born July 12, 1945 in Clarissa, MN to George and Rita (McGillivray) Wiltermuth. He married Janice Kidd on May 29, 1999 in Hastings and had worked with South Washington County Schools. Richard enjoyed camping, fishing and being with family and friends. He will...

Shawn Joseph Harrer

Shawn Joseph Harrer

February 4, 2012

Harrer, Shawn J., age 42 of Hastings, passed away peacefully February 4, 2012. He was born October 16, 1969 in Rochester, MN to Gary and Geraldine (Growden) Harrer. He is survived by son, Johanas Harrer; parents, Gary and Geraldine 'Gerri' Harrer; brother, Craig (Heather) Harrer; nieces and nephew, Miranda, Kenneth and Delaney Harrer; uncle, Gerald (Jeanine) Growden; aunt, Janet...

Bernice M. Strand

Bernice M. Strand

February 4, 2012

Bernice M. Strand, Age 94 formerly of Minneapolis and Elk River, born August 8, 1917 in Minneapolis to Caroline and Fred Herberg, went home to be with her Lord peacefully in Northfield, February 4, 2012. Bernice enjoyed baking, cooking, entertaining, playing SCRABBLE, crossword puzzles, reading and embroidery and was a self-taught, award winning crocheter. Her husband, Webster, precedes her in...

Claire G. Weber

Claire G. Weber

February 3, 2012

Weber, Claire G., age 89, of Hastings, passed away peacefully Friday, February 3rd, at Regina Assisted Living. Claire was born in North Adams, Massachusetts to John and Elizabeth Fee. She completed Catholic grade school, high school and some college before enlisting in the United States Navy in 1943. While she was in the Navy, she met her future husband,...

Jacquelyn M. Howard

Jacquelyn M. Howard

February 3, 2012

Jacquelyn M. Howard

Age 69, of South Minneapolis, died peacefully after a year long battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Marie and Harley Pierce Sr.; sister, Patricia DeGray. Survived by son, Gary and daughter, Paula Howard Flickinger (Ted); grandchildren & great-grandchildren; brothers, Harley Jr. (Kathy) Pierce, Robert (Kathy) Pierce; sister, Judith Pierce; nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass Tuesday, 11...

Celestine K. Wagner

Celestine K. Wagner

February 2, 2012

Celestine K. 'Sally' Wagner, age 86, of Hastings, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2012 at her home. She was born March 30, 1925 to Joseph & Margaret Ginther. She loved crocheting, gardening, canning and spending time with her family and friends. She is preceded in death her husband, Alfred Wagner; parents; sisters & brothers. Celestine is survived by her...

Peter W. Schnell

Peter W. Schnell

February 1, 2012

Peter W. Schnell, age 52, of Hastings, passed away February 1, 2012 at Our Lady of Peace Home in St. Paul. He was born on August 10, 1959 in Wabasha, MN to Earl and Iva Schnell. He is preceded in death by his father, Earl. Peter is survived by his children, Sara and Christopher Schnell; mother, Iva Schnell; sisters,...

Bernadine A Breiland

Bernadine A Breiland

February 1, 2012

BREILAND Bernadine A., March 12, 1928 to February 1, 2012, age 83, of Apple Valley, MN, former 40 year resident of Crookston, MN passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ole and Helma Nesland; and a brother, Omer Nesland. Bernadine is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Oscar; children, Ann...

Stella I Turner

Stella I Turner

February 1, 2012

TURNER Stella I., age 90, of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2012. Stella is preceded in death by her husband, Glen C. Turner, parents and all of her siblings. She is survived by her children, Sharon (Bill) Rick, Jerel (Rozanne) Turner and Marlys (Bryn) Thomas; 6 grandsons, Benjamin, Andrew, Mason, David, Jonathan and Ian; 3 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews...

Edith J. Machart

Edith J. Machart

January 31, 2012

Edith Jean Machart, age 85 of Hastings and formerly of Wauwatosa and Eau Claire, WI, passed away on January 31, 2012 at Regina Assisted Living. Edith was born on September 11, 1926 in Wauwatosa, WI to John and Mildred (Speller) Ruenzel. She was a 1944 graduate of Wauwatosa Senior High School and former employee of Atlantic MutualInsurance. Edith enjoyed...

Shirley L Young

Shirley L Young

January 31, 2012

Shirley, L. Young Age 90 of Kennedale, TX, formerly of Minneapolis, MN, Aitkin, MN, and Parkston, SD. born Feb. 4, 1921 in Minneapolis, was called home Jan. 31, 2012. Preceded in death by loving husband, James F. Young. Survived by son, Ray Young, Mansfield, TX; daughter, Gayle Rich, Topeka KS; grandchildren: Tricia and Colin Chenault, Mansfield, TX, Marlene Rich, Denver,...

Verald Dean Waldron

Verald Dean Waldron

January 31, 2012

Verald Dean Waldron, 73, of Burnsville, MN, (formerly of Mauston, WI and St. Cloud, MN) passed away Tuesday. He was born October 11, 1938 in Huron, South Dakota to Elmer Sterling and Mary Ellen (nee Graham) Waldron. Verald is survived by daughters Lori (David) Hertzberg, Tracey Grant, and Rhonie (Juan Mauricio) Waldron, grandchildren Christopher (Chelsea) and Jamie Grant, Rachael and...

Jeanette "Jan" Black

Jeanette "Jan" Black

January 30, 2012

Jeanette B.�Jan� Black, age 91 of Hastings died January 30, 2012 at her home. Jan was born April 22, 1920 in Hampton to Fred and Bertha (Betzold) Duff. She was a graduate of Farmington High School and married Charles E. Black in Hastings on March 25, 1939. She was a former employee of 3-M , and had worked with...

John W. Mortensen

John W. Mortensen

February 14, 2012

John W. Mortensen, 78, of Apple Valley, passed away Tuesday with his daughter and son-in-law by his side. He was born March 23, 1933 in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Arthur and Sylvia (nee Waage) Mortensen. John is survived by daughters Linda (Brian) Johnston and Karen (Lynn) Koenen, 5 grandchildren, Sarah, Kari, Mike, Lindsey, and Eric (Shiovan), and great-grandson Spencer. He...

Ted W. Davis

Ted W. Davis

February 13, 2012

Ted W. Davis, age 47, of Chisago City, passed away February 13, 2012. He was born in Anaheim, CA and worked in the construction business. Private Family services will be held.

Janice Ann Laguire

Janice Ann Laguire

February 11, 2012

Janice Ann LaGuire, 70, of Apple Valley, passed away Saturday surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 24, 1941 in Owosso, Michigan to Harvey Wayne and Lydia (nee Chrest) Nolph. Janice is survived by her husband Michael, children Cheryl (Dwayne) Johnson, Michael (Gregg Hatleli) LaGuire, and Susan (Jeff) Shambre, grandchildren Matthew and Timothy Johnson, Lindsey and Lauren Shambre,...

Eugene Peter Walz

Eugene Peter Walz

February 11, 2012

Eugene Peter Walz, 84, of Burnsville, passed away Saturday surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 30, 1927 in Watkins, Minnesota to Ferdinand and Anna ( Neu) Walz. Eugene is survived by his wife Dorothy, son James (Sandra) Walz, daughter Barbara (James) Briant, grandchildren Lindsay (Derek) Bell, Derek Walz, Brittney and Heather Briant, Michael (Kim) and Steven Walz,...

Birgit "Bibbi" Brown

Birgit "Bibbi" Brown

February 10, 2012

Birgit “Bibbi” Brown, 77, of Burnsville, passed away Friday surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 14, 1934 in Esbjerg, Denmark to George and Ana (nee Ronn) Andersen. Bibbi is survived by her husband of 55 years, Tom, daughters Linda (Gary) Nelson, Lisa (Randall) Peterson, Lora (Ashley) Dean, and Lona (James) Brim, son Tom Brown, grandchildren Tiffany Nelson,...

Chris Feste

Chris Feste

February 9, 2012

Chris Feste, age 99, of Augustana Home, Mpls. WWII veteran, 60-year member Carpenters Local #7. Member of Norwegian Glee Club and Vonheim Lodge. Survived by wife of 70 years, Ruth; children, Karen Feste (Serge Herzog), Dale (Cathy) Feste, Barbara (Jerry) LaSee; 4 grandchildren, Kristina Feste-Hanson, John (Katie) Feste, Tom and Claire LaSee; great-grandson, Frank Christian Feste. Reviewal Wednesday, 4-7 PM,...

George E. Ross

George E. Ross

February 5, 2012

George E. Ross, age 86, of Hastings died February 5, 2012 at the Regina Medical Center in Hastings.George was born April 10, 1925 to Carl Ella (Phalen) Ross in Hammond WI. After graduating from Hammond High School in 1943 he joined the Navy and served as a Seaman 1st class during World War II. He was a lifeong member...

Richard R. Wiltermuth

Richard R. Wiltermuth

February 5, 2012

Richard R. Wiltermuth, age 66 of Hastings died February 5, 2012 at his home. Richard was born July 12, 1945 in Clarissa, MN to George and Rita (McGillivray) Wiltermuth. He married Janice Kidd on May 29, 1999 in Hastings and had worked with South Washington County Schools. Richard enjoyed camping, fishing and being with family and friends. He will...

Shawn Joseph Harrer

Shawn Joseph Harrer

February 4, 2012

Harrer, Shawn J., age 42 of Hastings, passed away peacefully February 4, 2012. He was born October 16, 1969 in Rochester, MN to Gary and Geraldine (Growden) Harrer. He is survived by son, Johanas Harrer; parents, Gary and Geraldine 'Gerri' Harrer; brother, Craig (Heather) Harrer; nieces and nephew, Miranda, Kenneth and Delaney Harrer; uncle, Gerald (Jeanine) Growden; aunt, Janet...

Bernice M. Strand

Bernice M. Strand

February 4, 2012

Bernice M. Strand, Age 94 formerly of Minneapolis and Elk River, born August 8, 1917 in Minneapolis to Caroline and Fred Herberg, went home to be with her Lord peacefully in Northfield, February 4, 2012. Bernice enjoyed baking, cooking, entertaining, playing SCRABBLE, crossword puzzles, reading and embroidery and was a self-taught, award winning crocheter. Her husband, Webster, precedes her in...

Claire G. Weber

Claire G. Weber

February 3, 2012

Weber, Claire G., age 89, of Hastings, passed away peacefully Friday, February 3rd, at Regina Assisted Living. Claire was born in North Adams, Massachusetts to John and Elizabeth Fee. She completed Catholic grade school, high school and some college before enlisting in the United States Navy in 1943. While she was in the Navy, she met her future husband,...

Jacquelyn M. Howard

Jacquelyn M. Howard

February 3, 2012

Jacquelyn M. Howard

Age 69, of South Minneapolis, died peacefully after a year long battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Marie and Harley Pierce Sr.; sister, Patricia DeGray. Survived by son, Gary and daughter, Paula Howard Flickinger (Ted); grandchildren & great-grandchildren; brothers, Harley Jr. (Kathy) Pierce, Robert (Kathy) Pierce; sister, Judith Pierce; nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass Tuesday, 11...

Celestine K. Wagner

Celestine K. Wagner

February 2, 2012

Celestine K. 'Sally' Wagner, age 86, of Hastings, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2012 at her home. She was born March 30, 1925 to Joseph & Margaret Ginther. She loved crocheting, gardening, canning and spending time with her family and friends. She is preceded in death her husband, Alfred Wagner; parents; sisters & brothers. Celestine is survived by her...

Peter W. Schnell

Peter W. Schnell

February 1, 2012

Peter W. Schnell, age 52, of Hastings, passed away February 1, 2012 at Our Lady of Peace Home in St. Paul. He was born on August 10, 1959 in Wabasha, MN to Earl and Iva Schnell. He is preceded in death by his father, Earl. Peter is survived by his children, Sara and Christopher Schnell; mother, Iva Schnell; sisters,...

Bernadine A Breiland

Bernadine A Breiland

February 1, 2012

BREILAND Bernadine A., March 12, 1928 to February 1, 2012, age 83, of Apple Valley, MN, former 40 year resident of Crookston, MN passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ole and Helma Nesland; and a brother, Omer Nesland. Bernadine is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Oscar; children, Ann...

Stella I Turner

Stella I Turner

February 1, 2012

TURNER Stella I., age 90, of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2012. Stella is preceded in death by her husband, Glen C. Turner, parents and all of her siblings. She is survived by her children, Sharon (Bill) Rick, Jerel (Rozanne) Turner and Marlys (Bryn) Thomas; 6 grandsons, Benjamin, Andrew, Mason, David, Jonathan and Ian; 3 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews...

Edith J. Machart

Edith J. Machart

January 31, 2012

Edith Jean Machart, age 85 of Hastings and formerly of Wauwatosa and Eau Claire, WI, passed away on January 31, 2012 at Regina Assisted Living. Edith was born on September 11, 1926 in Wauwatosa, WI to John and Mildred (Speller) Ruenzel. She was a 1944 graduate of Wauwatosa Senior High School and former employee of Atlantic MutualInsurance. Edith enjoyed...

Shirley L Young

Shirley L Young

January 31, 2012

Shirley, L. Young Age 90 of Kennedale, TX, formerly of Minneapolis, MN, Aitkin, MN, and Parkston, SD. born Feb. 4, 1921 in Minneapolis, was called home Jan. 31, 2012. Preceded in death by loving husband, James F. Young. Survived by son, Ray Young, Mansfield, TX; daughter, Gayle Rich, Topeka KS; grandchildren: Tricia and Colin Chenault, Mansfield, TX, Marlene Rich, Denver,...

Verald Dean Waldron

Verald Dean Waldron

January 31, 2012

Verald Dean Waldron, 73, of Burnsville, MN, (formerly of Mauston, WI and St. Cloud, MN) passed away Tuesday. He was born October 11, 1938 in Huron, South Dakota to Elmer Sterling and Mary Ellen (nee Graham) Waldron. Verald is survived by daughters Lori (David) Hertzberg, Tracey Grant, and Rhonie (Juan Mauricio) Waldron, grandchildren Christopher (Chelsea) and Jamie Grant, Rachael and...

Jeanette "Jan" Black

Jeanette "Jan" Black

January 30, 2012

Jeanette B.�Jan� Black, age 91 of Hastings died January 30, 2012 at her home. Jan was born April 22, 1920 in Hampton to Fred and Bertha (Betzold) Duff. She was a graduate of Farmington High School and married Charles E. Black in Hastings on March 25, 1939. She was a former employee of 3-M , and had worked with...

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