November 20, 2024

Paul M. Lyon, age 37 of Apple Valley, died suddenly on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Paul was born on May 24, 1987, in Hastings to Steve and Cindy (Mallery) Lyon. Following his graduation from Hastings High School with the class of 2005, Paul studied at University of Wisconsin - River Falls. He worked as a...

November 19, 2024

James P. Majeski, age 72, of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024 surrounded by his family.

Born in Prescott, Wisconsin on May 25, 1952 to Werner and Elinor (Madsen) Majeski and raised in Hastings, James graduated high school in 1970, attended two years at the University of Minnesota, and then was drafted into...

November 19, 2024

James J. Estlund, age 75, of Hastings, MN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

James was born on 05/04/49 to Ralph and Irene (Tubby and Tootie) Estlund. James attended Hastings High School, where he excelled at boxing, football, and wrestling. He worked as a pipefitter and retired from Koch Refinery, where...

November 18, 2024

Among the many pearls of wisdom that Gladys Helen Weierke Roberts Johnson left her children is this statement: “If you don’t want cereal, then you’re not that hungry.“

Before she died at the age of 91 on November 18, 2024, Gladys had spent the day surrounded by loving family members at Hastings Senior Health &...

November 18, 2024

Elisa Rae Norton, age 39, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on November 18, 2024.

Elisa was born on June 28, 1985 in Hastings, Minnesota to Lesley and Michelle (Chapman) Norton. Graduating from Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf in 2004, she briefly attended Gallaudet University in Washington DC.

Elisa was known...

November 18, 2024

Olson, Shirley A.

Age 86 of Minneapolis, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 18, 2024 after a fall and surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her husband, Bill; and brothers, Marvin Carlson, Jerome (Shirley) Larsen, and Gene (Margie) Larsen. Survived by her sons, Bill Jr. (Drusella) and Harry (Terry); granddaughter, Whitney (Brent) Johnson; great-grandchildren, Connor and Hannah;...

November 16, 2024

Sloss, Timothy J.

Age 77 of Farmington, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 16, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents, James & Helen. Survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Marlis; son, Andrew (Sharlay); grandchildren, Samara and Horace; siblings, Judy Brophy, Joyce Povroznik, and James “Ed”; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Tim was a skilled painter and wallpaper hanger,...

November 15, 2024

David A. Nelson Age 57 of White Bear Lake, born February 7, 1967 in St. Paul to Gerald & Betty Nelson, passed away suddenly at home November 15, 2024. Dave enjoyed traveling and seeing new places, spending time outdoors and never passed up a chance to go fishing. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Roger and...

November 14, 2024

Dan Rother, affectionately known as "Danny Boy," "Buckwheat," and "Dan the Man," was a pillar of the Hastings community. Born April 2, 1959, to Mary and Edward Rother, Dan was raised on Red Wing Blvd in Hastings, MN. A proud Hastings Raider from the class of 1977, he excelled as a star tight end and was crowned homecoming king....

November 14, 2024

Paul M. Abbott, age 67 of Prescott, WI, passed away peacefully at home on November 14, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.

Paul was born on July 23, 1957, in Elyria, Ohio, to Joseph and Joann Abbott. They moved to Mendota Heights, then to Eagan, Minnesota, where Paul graduated in 1975 from Henry Sibley High...

November 11, 2024

Glen C. Pressnall, age 76, of Hastings passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024.

Glen was born on August 31, 1948, in Warren, Minnesota to Lawrence and Jeanette (Olson) Pressnall. He graduated from Simley High School in Inver Grove Heights in 1966 and went on to graduate from Inver Hills Community College where he studied...

November 10, 2024

Janelle Stevens (8-21-1942 to 11-10-2024).

Janelle is survived by her husband, Robert; children, Jim, Mark, and Kristin; grandchildren, Jillian and Jake; sisters, Wendy and Brenda.

No services as requested by Jan and Bob.

November 10, 2024

Elaine (Knutson) Wilbur of Hastings, MN, passed away on November 10, 2024 from complications of Alzheimer’s. She was preceded in death by her husband, Merlin Wilbur; her son, John Fladeland; her sister, Jean Candelaria; and her parents, Harvey and Inga (Trydahl) Knutson.

She is survived by her children, Pam Rodriguez, Risha (Kevin) Murray, Harvey (Lori)...

November 10, 2024

Robert “Bob” M. Caneff, age 92, passed peacefully on Sunday evening, November 10, 2024, surrounded by his family, after suffering a major stroke.

Bob was born on August 26, 1932, in Hastings to William and Marguerite (Fitzgerald) Caneff. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1950 after which he began working on the family farm....

November 10, 2024

Neil R. Hoagland

Beloved brother, uncle and friend, died peacefully on November 10, 2024, in Bloomington, Minnesota, at the age of 94. Neil was born on June 3, 1930, and raised in Birchwood, Wisconsin. He moved to Minneapolis to attend the University of Minnesota, where he graduated with honors, and served in the U.S. Army Reserve. Neil devoted his entire professional...

November 8, 2024

Boehm, Ervin J.

Age 92 of Rosemount, MN, born August 27, 1932 in LaCrosse, WI to Henry & Susan Boehm, passed away peacefully November 8, 2024.

Ervin is preceded in death by his brother, Ernie; sister, Betty Richards; sister-in-law, Betty Boehm and brother-in-law, Max Richards.

He will be dearly missed by his wife of 68 years, Marilyn; children: Brenda (Ronald) Robbins, Karen (Christopher)...

November 7, 2024

Marjorie Shirley Olson of Hastings, MN went to be with her Lord on November 7, 2024, two days before her 105th birthday, with her children at her side. She was a loving, gracious, and grateful woman. Her faith, family, and friends meant everything to her.

Marj was born in Cloquet, Minnesota on November 9, 1919...

November 6, 2024

Michael “Mike” Earl Westland, age 46 of Prescott, passed away from cancer on November 6th, 2024.

He was born to Stanley and Virgina Westland on March 5th, 1978 in Beaver Dam, WI. At the age of 1 ½, Mike and his family moved to Albert Lea, MN. He graduated from Albert Lea High School in...

November 4, 2024

Deane James Running

Age 81 of Apple Valley, went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents, Arlington & Thelma; and daughter-in-law, Cathy. Survived by his loving wife, Sue; his children: Kelly (Greg) DeBenedetto, David (Karen), and James; grandchildren: Alec (Emily), Elle, Luke (London), Claire (Rudy), Ryan, Katie (Ben), Lindsey, and Josh; great-granddaughter, Jane;...

November 2, 2024

Roland "Ron" James Gilbertson, age 91, of Hastings, MN, passed away peacefully at home on November 2, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family.

Ron was born on August 12, 1933, in Red Wing, MN, to Reynold “Ray” and Annie (Berguson) Gilbertson. After graduating from Red Wing High School in 1951, Ron served his country in...