Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Ursula D'Auteuil
September 9, 2011
Sr. Ursula D'Auteuil, age 97, of Hastings passed away September 9, 2011 at Regina Nursing Home in Hastings. Sr. Ursula was born on January 7, 1914, in Willimantic, Connecticut. She took her final vows with the Sisters of Charity of our Lady, Mother of Mercy in 1936. Sr. Ursula spent 45 years teaching in Connecticut before she came to...
Patricia A. Schmitz
September 8, 2011
Patricia A. Schmitz, age 80, of Hastings, passed away September 8, 2011 at the Augustana Care Center in Hastings. She was born on July 25, 1931 in Marshan Township to John F. & Clara (Steffen) Judge. Pat worked for the Dakota County Sheriff's Department for 31 years. She was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, the American Legion...
Donald W. Priester
September 8, 2011
Donald W. Priester, age 68, of Hastings died September 8, 2011 at his home. Donald was born on May 19, 1943 in Pipestone to Wayne and Leona (Bartels) Priester. He was united in marriage to Kathleen Gilbert on August 28, 1963. Donald loved the outdoors, fishing and spending time with his grandkids. He also enjoyed lending a helping hand...
Elmer S. "Tully" Tollefson
September 8, 2011
Elmer S. “Tully” Tollefson Age 92 of Minneapolis, born April 23, 1919 in Minneapolis to Sivert & Nannie Tollefson, passed away Sep. 8, 2011. Tully was a mason, and enjoyed his time with the Zuhrah Temple in the Zuhrah Shrine Drum Corps, Clowns and Zuhrah Shrine Vocal Quartet. He also enjoyed the time he spent as a realtor. Preceded in...
Beryl H Selander
September 8, 2011
Beryl H. Selander, age 93 of Minneapolis, born June 13, 1918 in Minneapolis to Oscar and Juanita Westberg, passed away Sep. 8, 2011. She is preceded in death by husband, Raymond and daughter, Deanna Warner. Beryl will be dearly missed by daughters, Sherrill Selander and Margie (Dennis) Madvig; son-in-law, Bruce Warner; grandchildren: Kimberly (Joseph) Togstad, Robert (Tracy) Madvig, Bradley (Amy)...
Melvin L. Schanno
September 7, 2011
Melvin L. Schanno, age 74 of Hastings died at his home on September 7, 2011. Melvin was born on December 23, 1936 in Hampton to Leo and Irene (Hoffman) Schanno. He married Mary Lorentz on July 20, 1957 at St. Mary�s Catholic Church in New Trier and was a 42 year employee with Koch/Flint Hills prior to his retirement....
Dorothy M. Westerberg
September 5, 2011
Dorothy M. Westerberg, age 92, of Hastings, passed away September 5, 2011 at her home. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert; son, Roger Westerberg (Sandy Rodriguez); daughter, Juliann (Paul) Ashley; grandchildren, Karl Westerberg; Rachel (Rob) Merluza; Lauren (Sal) Rizzo; Allison (Josh) Seel.A Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday (9/12) at Wise...
Verna C. Erickson
September 5, 2011
Erickson, Verna C., age 93, of S. Mpls. A devout Catholic and longtime active member of the Church of St. Helena. Preceded in death by husband, Carl O.; parents; brothers, Ken, Marion, Gerry and Wayne; and sisters, Anita and Carol. Survived by children, Mark (Maggie McNitt) and Tina; grandchildren, Luke and Tiana; great-granddaughters, Kristiana, Tara, Kiara and Tamara. Mass of...
Eugene C. Teuber
September 4, 2011
Eugene C. Teuber, age 52 of Hastings died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on September 4, 2011, following a lengthy battle with cancer. Eugene was born January 15, 1959 in Hastings to Lawrence and Lois (Partington) Teuber. He attended St. Mary�s School in New Trier, Hastings High School, and St. Catherine�s College in St. Paul.Eugene was employed 22...
Marvelle J. Schuster
September 4, 2011
Marvelle J. Schuster, age 75, of Hastings, passed away September 4, 2011 at her home. Marvelle was a long time employee of Sherwin Williams.She is preceded in death by her husband, Larry Schuster; son, Todd Berg.She is survived by her daughters, Lynn (Mike) Goebel; Lori (Alan) Meier; 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; sister, Debi Kennedy.Memorial Gathering will be held...
Winston Paul Riedesel
September 3, 2011
Winston P. Riedesel, age 84, of Hastings, passed away September 3, 2011 at The Minnesota Veteran's Home in Minneapolis. He was born in Rockford, IL on June 24, 1927 to Henry and Ruth Riedesel. Winston graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BS in Engineering. He married Donna Collins on June 23, 1989 in Stillwater. Winston retired in...
Sandra E. Ramberg
September 3, 2011
Ramberg, Sandra E., age 70, of Minneapolis, passed away Sept. 3, 2011 surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Sandy was a lifetime resident of South Minneapolis. Graduate of Roosevelt High School class of 1959 and Metropolitan State University, BA-Nursing. Retired Mpls. Public School Nurse. Sandy is survived by her husband, Duane; sons, Stephen (Kathryn), David (Carolyn);...
Lorraine Mausolf
September 2, 2011
Lorraine Mausolf, age 88 of Hastings died September 2, 2011 at Regina Medical Center. Lorraine was born to Vince and Clara (Grzona) Rolbiecki on May 12, 1923. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Henry. Survivors include her children Patricia Staiger, Cheryl Olson, and Diane Raasch of Hastings, and Jaci Danielson of West St. Paul; 5...
Trina D. Peterson
September 2, 2011
Trina Danette Peterson, age 38, of Hastings died September 2, 2011. Trina was born July 7, 1973 in Rochester, MN to Greg and Kathy (Millen) Peterson. She attended Hastings High School. Trina was preceded in death by grandparents Mitch and Evelyn Millen and Patricia Block. She is survived by her children Ashley Dohm, Annabel and Allister Norquist and their...
Jeffrey K. Merritt
September 1, 2011
Jeffrey K. Merritt, age 64 of Hastings died September 1, 2011. Jeff was born August 2, 1947 in Minneapolis to Clayton and Agnes (Erlandson) Merritt. He married Joyce Bauer January 22, 1966 at St. Boniface Church in Hastings and was a retired forklift driver with Con Agra. He was preceded in death by his parents, and best friend Gene...
Charlotte J. Peterson
August 31, 2011
Charlotte J. Peterson, a devoted mother and grandmother, age 69, of Hastings, passed away August 31, 2011. She is preceded in death by husbands, Stanley Burr and Joseph Peterson. She is survived by children, Sam (Mary) Burr; Cyndy (Owen) Heschke; Steve Burr (Nancy); Edward (Marie) Peterson; Scott Burr; Julie Morgan; Rick (Lynn) Peterson; Kellie Peterson (Richard); 24 grandchildren; 11...
Mary Kay "Kate" Murphy
August 31, 2011
Mary Kay “Kate” Murphy, age 54, of Rosemount. Passed away August 31, 2011. Preceded in death by her parents, Sylvia and Michael Murphy. Kate is survived by her 2 loving sons, Andrew and Matthew; grandson, Maddox; sister, Patricia (Craig) Jilk; 2 nieces, Jennifer (Scott) Peters and Elizabeth (Patrick) Golden; many aunts, uncles, cousins and many close friends. Kate was a...
Ronald J. Partington
August 29, 2011
Ronald J. Partington, age 62 of Hastings died August 29, 2011 at his home. Ronald was born June 11, 1949 in Northfield to Fred and Marjorie (Bohardt) Partington. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Mary Stam and Janice Partington. Ronald is survived by siblings Lois (Lawrence)...
Dennis Herman Lichtsinn
August 29, 2011
Dennis was born September 14, 1945 in Alexandria, MN to William and Wilma (Steffens) Lichtsinn. He attended the Zion Lutheran Church School for grades 1-8 and attended Jefferson High School. After graduation he joined the Navy. Dennis spent the last six years of his life in Hastings, MN where he and his wife made their home and started their...
Theodien "Dean" A. Pratt
August 28, 2011
Pratt, Theodien “Dean” A. age 102, of Minneapolis, born Nov. 20, 1908 in St. Peter, MN to Theodore & Hulda Delger, passed away Aug. 28, 2011. Preceded in death by husband, Freeland “Frank” and grandson, Roger Larson. Survived by daughter, Betty Lou (Albert) Larson; grandson, Larry (Valerie) Larson and cousin, Jacqueline (Douglas) Price. Graveside service, 2:00 PM, Fri., Sep. 2,...
Ursula D'Auteuil
September 9, 2011
Sr. Ursula D'Auteuil, age 97, of Hastings passed away September 9, 2011 at Regina Nursing Home in Hastings. Sr. Ursula was born on January 7, 1914, in Willimantic, Connecticut. She took her final vows with the Sisters of Charity of our Lady, Mother of Mercy in 1936. Sr. Ursula spent 45 years teaching in Connecticut before she came to...
Patricia A. Schmitz
September 8, 2011
Patricia A. Schmitz, age 80, of Hastings, passed away September 8, 2011 at the Augustana Care Center in Hastings. She was born on July 25, 1931 in Marshan Township to John F. & Clara (Steffen) Judge. Pat worked for the Dakota County Sheriff's Department for 31 years. She was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, the American Legion...
Donald W. Priester
September 8, 2011
Donald W. Priester, age 68, of Hastings died September 8, 2011 at his home. Donald was born on May 19, 1943 in Pipestone to Wayne and Leona (Bartels) Priester. He was united in marriage to Kathleen Gilbert on August 28, 1963. Donald loved the outdoors, fishing and spending time with his grandkids. He also enjoyed lending a helping hand...
Elmer S. "Tully" Tollefson
September 8, 2011
Elmer S. “Tully” Tollefson Age 92 of Minneapolis, born April 23, 1919 in Minneapolis to Sivert & Nannie Tollefson, passed away Sep. 8, 2011. Tully was a mason, and enjoyed his time with the Zuhrah Temple in the Zuhrah Shrine Drum Corps, Clowns and Zuhrah Shrine Vocal Quartet. He also enjoyed the time he spent as a realtor. Preceded in...
Beryl H Selander
September 8, 2011
Beryl H. Selander, age 93 of Minneapolis, born June 13, 1918 in Minneapolis to Oscar and Juanita Westberg, passed away Sep. 8, 2011. She is preceded in death by husband, Raymond and daughter, Deanna Warner. Beryl will be dearly missed by daughters, Sherrill Selander and Margie (Dennis) Madvig; son-in-law, Bruce Warner; grandchildren: Kimberly (Joseph) Togstad, Robert (Tracy) Madvig, Bradley (Amy)...
Melvin L. Schanno
September 7, 2011
Melvin L. Schanno, age 74 of Hastings died at his home on September 7, 2011. Melvin was born on December 23, 1936 in Hampton to Leo and Irene (Hoffman) Schanno. He married Mary Lorentz on July 20, 1957 at St. Mary�s Catholic Church in New Trier and was a 42 year employee with Koch/Flint Hills prior to his retirement....
Dorothy M. Westerberg
September 5, 2011
Dorothy M. Westerberg, age 92, of Hastings, passed away September 5, 2011 at her home. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert; son, Roger Westerberg (Sandy Rodriguez); daughter, Juliann (Paul) Ashley; grandchildren, Karl Westerberg; Rachel (Rob) Merluza; Lauren (Sal) Rizzo; Allison (Josh) Seel.A Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday (9/12) at Wise...
Verna C. Erickson
September 5, 2011
Erickson, Verna C., age 93, of S. Mpls. A devout Catholic and longtime active member of the Church of St. Helena. Preceded in death by husband, Carl O.; parents; brothers, Ken, Marion, Gerry and Wayne; and sisters, Anita and Carol. Survived by children, Mark (Maggie McNitt) and Tina; grandchildren, Luke and Tiana; great-granddaughters, Kristiana, Tara, Kiara and Tamara. Mass of...
Eugene C. Teuber
September 4, 2011
Eugene C. Teuber, age 52 of Hastings died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on September 4, 2011, following a lengthy battle with cancer. Eugene was born January 15, 1959 in Hastings to Lawrence and Lois (Partington) Teuber. He attended St. Mary�s School in New Trier, Hastings High School, and St. Catherine�s College in St. Paul.Eugene was employed 22...
Marvelle J. Schuster
September 4, 2011
Marvelle J. Schuster, age 75, of Hastings, passed away September 4, 2011 at her home. Marvelle was a long time employee of Sherwin Williams.She is preceded in death by her husband, Larry Schuster; son, Todd Berg.She is survived by her daughters, Lynn (Mike) Goebel; Lori (Alan) Meier; 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; sister, Debi Kennedy.Memorial Gathering will be held...
Winston Paul Riedesel
September 3, 2011
Winston P. Riedesel, age 84, of Hastings, passed away September 3, 2011 at The Minnesota Veteran's Home in Minneapolis. He was born in Rockford, IL on June 24, 1927 to Henry and Ruth Riedesel. Winston graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BS in Engineering. He married Donna Collins on June 23, 1989 in Stillwater. Winston retired in...
Sandra E. Ramberg
September 3, 2011
Ramberg, Sandra E., age 70, of Minneapolis, passed away Sept. 3, 2011 surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Sandy was a lifetime resident of South Minneapolis. Graduate of Roosevelt High School class of 1959 and Metropolitan State University, BA-Nursing. Retired Mpls. Public School Nurse. Sandy is survived by her husband, Duane; sons, Stephen (Kathryn), David (Carolyn);...
Lorraine Mausolf
September 2, 2011
Lorraine Mausolf, age 88 of Hastings died September 2, 2011 at Regina Medical Center. Lorraine was born to Vince and Clara (Grzona) Rolbiecki on May 12, 1923. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Henry. Survivors include her children Patricia Staiger, Cheryl Olson, and Diane Raasch of Hastings, and Jaci Danielson of West St. Paul; 5...
Trina D. Peterson
September 2, 2011
Trina Danette Peterson, age 38, of Hastings died September 2, 2011. Trina was born July 7, 1973 in Rochester, MN to Greg and Kathy (Millen) Peterson. She attended Hastings High School. Trina was preceded in death by grandparents Mitch and Evelyn Millen and Patricia Block. She is survived by her children Ashley Dohm, Annabel and Allister Norquist and their...
Jeffrey K. Merritt
September 1, 2011
Jeffrey K. Merritt, age 64 of Hastings died September 1, 2011. Jeff was born August 2, 1947 in Minneapolis to Clayton and Agnes (Erlandson) Merritt. He married Joyce Bauer January 22, 1966 at St. Boniface Church in Hastings and was a retired forklift driver with Con Agra. He was preceded in death by his parents, and best friend Gene...
Charlotte J. Peterson
August 31, 2011
Charlotte J. Peterson, a devoted mother and grandmother, age 69, of Hastings, passed away August 31, 2011. She is preceded in death by husbands, Stanley Burr and Joseph Peterson. She is survived by children, Sam (Mary) Burr; Cyndy (Owen) Heschke; Steve Burr (Nancy); Edward (Marie) Peterson; Scott Burr; Julie Morgan; Rick (Lynn) Peterson; Kellie Peterson (Richard); 24 grandchildren; 11...
Mary Kay "Kate" Murphy
August 31, 2011
Mary Kay “Kate” Murphy, age 54, of Rosemount. Passed away August 31, 2011. Preceded in death by her parents, Sylvia and Michael Murphy. Kate is survived by her 2 loving sons, Andrew and Matthew; grandson, Maddox; sister, Patricia (Craig) Jilk; 2 nieces, Jennifer (Scott) Peters and Elizabeth (Patrick) Golden; many aunts, uncles, cousins and many close friends. Kate was a...
Ronald J. Partington
August 29, 2011
Ronald J. Partington, age 62 of Hastings died August 29, 2011 at his home. Ronald was born June 11, 1949 in Northfield to Fred and Marjorie (Bohardt) Partington. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Mary Stam and Janice Partington. Ronald is survived by siblings Lois (Lawrence)...
Dennis Herman Lichtsinn
August 29, 2011
Dennis was born September 14, 1945 in Alexandria, MN to William and Wilma (Steffens) Lichtsinn. He attended the Zion Lutheran Church School for grades 1-8 and attended Jefferson High School. After graduation he joined the Navy. Dennis spent the last six years of his life in Hastings, MN where he and his wife made their home and started their...
Theodien "Dean" A. Pratt
August 28, 2011
Pratt, Theodien “Dean” A. age 102, of Minneapolis, born Nov. 20, 1908 in St. Peter, MN to Theodore & Hulda Delger, passed away Aug. 28, 2011. Preceded in death by husband, Freeland “Frank” and grandson, Roger Larson. Survived by daughter, Betty Lou (Albert) Larson; grandson, Larry (Valerie) Larson and cousin, Jacqueline (Douglas) Price. Graveside service, 2:00 PM, Fri., Sep. 2,...
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