Obituaries

Obituaries for Starkson Family

In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones

Bonnie Ella Lunde

Bonnie Ella Lunde

May 20, 2024

Bonnie E. Lunde, 88, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on May 20, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1936, to Henry and Ida (McDonough) Sommerfield in Mazeppa Township, MN.

Bonnie attended school in Mazeppa, and then married her beloved husband, Paul Lunde, on November 24, 1978.

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Mary L. Swedahl

Mary L. Swedahl

May 19, 2024

Mary Louisa Swedahl “LuLu” was born on January 9th, 1943, in Cincinnati, OH, the daughter of the late Mary Jens (Kramer) and Robert Jens. Lu Lu passed away peacefully surrounded by family on the morning of May 19th, 2024. She loved spoiling her grandkids, spending time with family at the Turtle Lake cabin, gardening, and cooking for all. Professionally,...

William J Young

William J Young

May 17, 2024

William (Billy) Jeremy Young, 46, from Cottage Grove passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2024, at home. Born on March 29, 1978, in Waterloo, Iowa to James Sr and Sharon Young.

Billy was a carpenter by trade. Billy, also, loved fishing, boating, and making model boats. His most favorite thing was camping and making smores...

Royal Ned Saunders

Royal Ned Saunders

May 17, 2024

Saunders, Royal Ned

Age 83 of Coon Rapids, passed away on May 17, 2024. Preceded in death by his granddaughter, Morgan Olin. Survived by his children, Lori (Steve) Olin and Gabe (Kathy Beaman) Saunders; grandchildren, Taylor Malmon, Tori Olin, and Caleb Saunders; siblings, Rosa, Gerald, and Jeff; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A private family burial will be held at...

Matthew M. Anderson

Matthew M. Anderson

May 15, 2024

Matthew M. Anderson Age 51 of Minneapolis, born January 16, 1973 in Minneapolis to Mike and Janet Anderson, passed away peacefully May 15, 2024. He is preceded in death by his mom, Janet and sister, Avrine. Matt will be dearly missed by his dad, Mike; niece, Natalia; companion of 26 years, Lorrie Lawrence and lifelong friend, Bridget Dhaene. A memorial...

Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh)

Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh)

May 15, 2024

Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh)

Passed away on May 15th, 2024, in Burnsville, Minnesota. Born to Gerard and Marie Maeckelbergh on June 19th, 1950, Joanie’s amazing life was full of adventure, laughter, and love.

Joan grew up in Duluth with her siblings Gerald, Ken, Patricia, and Michael. She was the youngest and was doted on as the baby of the family for the...

Joan Eleanor Freeman

Joan Eleanor Freeman

May 14, 2024

Joan Eleanor Freeman. February 26, 1927 – May 14, 2024. Age 97. Joan grew up in a close-knit family in the small towns of Delano and Buffalo, Minnesota with her parents Florence and Raymond Yantes, and her siblings Joe and Vivian.

She met Peter, her husband of 74 years, during her freshman year at Winona...

Murna M. Cassada

Murna M. Cassada

May 12, 2024

Murna M. Cassada

Age 95 of Burnsville, born November 10, 1928 in Minneapolis, MN to Elmer and Sister Hattie Edwards, passed away peacefully, May 12, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her son, Bill; granddaughter, Natalie and was the last of four sisters.

Murna will be dearly missed by her husband of 74 ½ years, Bill; sons: Steve (Carolyn), Dan (JillMarie), Chuck...

Mikayla Rose Swanson

Mikayla Rose Swanson

May 11, 2024

Mikayla Rose Swanson, 32, of Red Wing, MN, passed away on May 11, 2024. She was born on April 17, 1992, in Hastings, MN, to David Duren and Roseann “Rosie” Swanson.

Mikayla loved cooking, especially baking. She got her artistic gene from her mother and grandmother. She enjoyed drawing, painting, writing poetry, and doing crafts...

Mary Ann (Huss) Glenn

Mary Ann (Huss) Glenn

May 9, 2024

Mary Ann Glenn, age 74 of Rosemount, died peacefully at Regina Senior Living on Thursday afternoon, May 9, 2024.

Mary Ann, the daughter of Joseph and Bertha (Hoffman) Huss, was born on February 2, 1950, in Red Wing. Mary Ann grew up in New Trier and graduated from Hastings High School with the class of...

Joseph E. Smith

Joseph E. Smith

May 7, 2024

Joseph E. Smith, age 71, passed away on May 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 6, 1952, in Farmington, MN, to Bernard and Irene (Landsberger) Smith. Joe grew up in Hampton, MN, and graduated from Hastings in 1970. He married Jackie Lien in 1972, and together they had two children, Brian and Tammy....

Thomas M. Bradsher

Thomas M. Bradsher

May 6, 2024

Thomas M. Bradsher, age 66, of Prescott, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 6, 2024. He was born on August 5, 1957, to Norman and Jewel (Hardison) Bradsher on a military base in Chambley, France. Tom grew up in Phoenix, AZ, graduated from high school there, and went on to enlist in the Army, where he was stationed...

Katie Marie Slingsby

Katie Marie Slingsby

May 6, 2024

Dr. Katie M. Slingsby (Rother), age 43, passed away on May 6, 2024.

Katie was born November 13, 1980 to Patricia and Duane Rother (Welch). She was the sister of Ben Rother. She grew up going to school at St. Joseph’s Catholic school through 3rd grade. She then transferred to Red Wing Public Schools going...

Frank Hofstedt

Frank Hofstedt

May 4, 2024

Frank C. Hofstedt, aged 85, passed away at Oak Ridge Assisted Living May 4, 2024.

He was born Nov 23, 1938, in Wauwatosa, Wi, the eldest son of Ray and Irene Hofstedt. The family settled in Mound MN where he spent his childhood with his three brothers. He resided in Hastings MN for a good...

Richard L. Rein Sr.

Richard L. Rein Sr.

May 3, 2024

Richard L. Rein Sr., passed away peacefully at the Minneapolis Veterans Home on May 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 13, 1947, to George and Leona (Quick) Rein in Baltimore, MD, Rick proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a naval reservist from 1966 to 1972, seeing active duty aboard the USS Blandy...

Elden "Butch" Eggert

Elden "Butch" Eggert

May 3, 2024

Butch Eggert passed away peacefully on May 3, 2024, at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of service, entrepreneurship, and love.

Butch served his country with honor for 35 years in the Army National Guard. His commitment to duty and sacrifice earned him the respect of his comrades and the admiration of his...

Donald R. Gard

Donald R. Gard

May 2, 2024

Donald R. Gard, age 88, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024, at Prescott Nursing and Rehab surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born in Minneapolis to Ralph and Vera (Swenson) Gard. Donald's life journey was marked by faith, family, service, and an enduring passion for nature.

Donald's formative years were spent attending Red...

Bruce "Woody" Wayne Kochendorfer

Bruce "Woody" Wayne Kochendorfer

April 29, 2024

With cherished memories, we celebrate the life of Bruce "Woody" Kochendorfer, who passed away unexpectedly in his home on April 29, 2024 at the age of 74.

Woody lived his life with gusto. From his younger years spent bird hunting alongside many friends and canine companions, plus a lifetime of fishing, Woody found solace and...

Patricia S. "Patsi" Sieh

Patricia S. "Patsi" Sieh

April 28, 2024

Patricia Sieh passed away on April 28, 2024 at her home. A visitation for Patsi, age 93, born September 23, 1930, of Hastings, Minnesota, formerly of Spirit Lake, Iowa, will be held from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, May 23, 2024. The location is Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion St, Hastings, Minnesota. A Mass of...

Michael J. Macheska

Michael J. Macheska

April 28, 2024

Michael J. Macheska, age 56, of Hinckley and formerly of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Sunday afternoon, April 28, 2024.

Michael John, the son of Kenneth and Joanne "Josie" (Reuter) Macheska, was born on October 4, 1967, in Hastings.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Kenneth  ...

Bonnie Ella Lunde

Bonnie Ella Lunde

May 20, 2024

Bonnie E. Lunde, 88, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on May 20, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1936, to Henry and Ida (McDonough) Sommerfield in Mazeppa Township, MN.

Bonnie attended school in Mazeppa, and then married her beloved husband, Paul Lunde, on November 24, 1978.

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Mary L. Swedahl

Mary L. Swedahl

May 19, 2024

Mary Louisa Swedahl “LuLu” was born on January 9th, 1943, in Cincinnati, OH, the daughter of the late Mary Jens (Kramer) and Robert Jens. Lu Lu passed away peacefully surrounded by family on the morning of May 19th, 2024. She loved spoiling her grandkids, spending time with family at the Turtle Lake cabin, gardening, and cooking for all. Professionally,...

William J Young

William J Young

May 17, 2024

William (Billy) Jeremy Young, 46, from Cottage Grove passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2024, at home. Born on March 29, 1978, in Waterloo, Iowa to James Sr and Sharon Young.

Billy was a carpenter by trade. Billy, also, loved fishing, boating, and making model boats. His most favorite thing was camping and making smores...

Royal Ned Saunders

Royal Ned Saunders

May 17, 2024

Saunders, Royal Ned

Age 83 of Coon Rapids, passed away on May 17, 2024. Preceded in death by his granddaughter, Morgan Olin. Survived by his children, Lori (Steve) Olin and Gabe (Kathy Beaman) Saunders; grandchildren, Taylor Malmon, Tori Olin, and Caleb Saunders; siblings, Rosa, Gerald, and Jeff; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A private family burial will be held at...

Matthew M. Anderson

Matthew M. Anderson

May 15, 2024

Matthew M. Anderson Age 51 of Minneapolis, born January 16, 1973 in Minneapolis to Mike and Janet Anderson, passed away peacefully May 15, 2024. He is preceded in death by his mom, Janet and sister, Avrine. Matt will be dearly missed by his dad, Mike; niece, Natalia; companion of 26 years, Lorrie Lawrence and lifelong friend, Bridget Dhaene. A memorial...

Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh)

Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh)

May 15, 2024

Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh)

Passed away on May 15th, 2024, in Burnsville, Minnesota. Born to Gerard and Marie Maeckelbergh on June 19th, 1950, Joanie’s amazing life was full of adventure, laughter, and love.

Joan grew up in Duluth with her siblings Gerald, Ken, Patricia, and Michael. She was the youngest and was doted on as the baby of the family for the...

Joan Eleanor Freeman

Joan Eleanor Freeman

May 14, 2024

Joan Eleanor Freeman. February 26, 1927 – May 14, 2024. Age 97. Joan grew up in a close-knit family in the small towns of Delano and Buffalo, Minnesota with her parents Florence and Raymond Yantes, and her siblings Joe and Vivian.

She met Peter, her husband of 74 years, during her freshman year at Winona...

Murna M. Cassada

Murna M. Cassada

May 12, 2024

Murna M. Cassada

Age 95 of Burnsville, born November 10, 1928 in Minneapolis, MN to Elmer and Sister Hattie Edwards, passed away peacefully, May 12, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her son, Bill; granddaughter, Natalie and was the last of four sisters.

Murna will be dearly missed by her husband of 74 ½ years, Bill; sons: Steve (Carolyn), Dan (JillMarie), Chuck...

Mikayla Rose Swanson

Mikayla Rose Swanson

May 11, 2024

Mikayla Rose Swanson, 32, of Red Wing, MN, passed away on May 11, 2024. She was born on April 17, 1992, in Hastings, MN, to David Duren and Roseann “Rosie” Swanson.

Mikayla loved cooking, especially baking. She got her artistic gene from her mother and grandmother. She enjoyed drawing, painting, writing poetry, and doing crafts...

Mary Ann (Huss) Glenn

Mary Ann (Huss) Glenn

May 9, 2024

Mary Ann Glenn, age 74 of Rosemount, died peacefully at Regina Senior Living on Thursday afternoon, May 9, 2024.

Mary Ann, the daughter of Joseph and Bertha (Hoffman) Huss, was born on February 2, 1950, in Red Wing. Mary Ann grew up in New Trier and graduated from Hastings High School with the class of...

Joseph E. Smith

Joseph E. Smith

May 7, 2024

Joseph E. Smith, age 71, passed away on May 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 6, 1952, in Farmington, MN, to Bernard and Irene (Landsberger) Smith. Joe grew up in Hampton, MN, and graduated from Hastings in 1970. He married Jackie Lien in 1972, and together they had two children, Brian and Tammy....

Thomas M. Bradsher

Thomas M. Bradsher

May 6, 2024

Thomas M. Bradsher, age 66, of Prescott, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 6, 2024. He was born on August 5, 1957, to Norman and Jewel (Hardison) Bradsher on a military base in Chambley, France. Tom grew up in Phoenix, AZ, graduated from high school there, and went on to enlist in the Army, where he was stationed...

Katie Marie Slingsby

Katie Marie Slingsby

May 6, 2024

Dr. Katie M. Slingsby (Rother), age 43, passed away on May 6, 2024.

Katie was born November 13, 1980 to Patricia and Duane Rother (Welch). She was the sister of Ben Rother. She grew up going to school at St. Joseph’s Catholic school through 3rd grade. She then transferred to Red Wing Public Schools going...

Frank Hofstedt

Frank Hofstedt

May 4, 2024

Frank C. Hofstedt, aged 85, passed away at Oak Ridge Assisted Living May 4, 2024.

He was born Nov 23, 1938, in Wauwatosa, Wi, the eldest son of Ray and Irene Hofstedt. The family settled in Mound MN where he spent his childhood with his three brothers. He resided in Hastings MN for a good...

Richard L. Rein Sr.

Richard L. Rein Sr.

May 3, 2024

Richard L. Rein Sr., passed away peacefully at the Minneapolis Veterans Home on May 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 13, 1947, to George and Leona (Quick) Rein in Baltimore, MD, Rick proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a naval reservist from 1966 to 1972, seeing active duty aboard the USS Blandy...

Elden "Butch" Eggert

Elden "Butch" Eggert

May 3, 2024

Butch Eggert passed away peacefully on May 3, 2024, at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of service, entrepreneurship, and love.

Butch served his country with honor for 35 years in the Army National Guard. His commitment to duty and sacrifice earned him the respect of his comrades and the admiration of his...

Donald R. Gard

Donald R. Gard

May 2, 2024

Donald R. Gard, age 88, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024, at Prescott Nursing and Rehab surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born in Minneapolis to Ralph and Vera (Swenson) Gard. Donald's life journey was marked by faith, family, service, and an enduring passion for nature.

Donald's formative years were spent attending Red...

Bruce "Woody" Wayne Kochendorfer

Bruce "Woody" Wayne Kochendorfer

April 29, 2024

With cherished memories, we celebrate the life of Bruce "Woody" Kochendorfer, who passed away unexpectedly in his home on April 29, 2024 at the age of 74.

Woody lived his life with gusto. From his younger years spent bird hunting alongside many friends and canine companions, plus a lifetime of fishing, Woody found solace and...

Patricia S. "Patsi" Sieh

Patricia S. "Patsi" Sieh

April 28, 2024

Patricia Sieh passed away on April 28, 2024 at her home. A visitation for Patsi, age 93, born September 23, 1930, of Hastings, Minnesota, formerly of Spirit Lake, Iowa, will be held from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, May 23, 2024. The location is Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion St, Hastings, Minnesota. A Mass of...

Michael J. Macheska

Michael J. Macheska

April 28, 2024

Michael J. Macheska, age 56, of Hinckley and formerly of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Sunday afternoon, April 28, 2024.

Michael John, the son of Kenneth and Joanne "Josie" (Reuter) Macheska, was born on October 4, 1967, in Hastings.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Kenneth  ...

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