Obituaries

Obituaries for Starkson Family

In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones

Charlotte "Char" (Denn) Rondeau

Charlotte "Char" (Denn) Rondeau

April 10, 2024

Charlotte Mae Rondeau went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2024.

Born November 28, 1930, in Hastings, Char lived most of her life in Hastings, and passed away with her family by her side in her Hastings home.

She worked at Werth’s Grocery Store as a teen and graduated...

Nancy M. Biskupski

Nancy M. Biskupski

April 9, 2024

Nancy M. Biskupski, a loving wife, mom, grandma, great grandma, and sister, died peacefully at Regina Medical Center on Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024, at the age 82.

Nancy Marie, was born on April 26, 1941, in Faribault. On July 15, 1963, she was united in marriage to William "Bill" Biskupski III, and they were...

Dean W. Denning

Dean W. Denning

April 6, 2024

Dean W. Denning, age 96, who peacefully went home on April 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Dean was born on August 9, 1927, in Leader, Minnesota, to Ward and Donnie (Grove) Denning. Raised on a farm, he embraced the value of hard work and developed a deep affection for horses, which were integral...

Dorothy I.  Guck

Dorothy I. Guck

April 6, 2024

Dorothy I. Guck, age 84, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, after a courageous battle with Cancer. She was born on January 24, 1940, in Clarkfield, MN to Forrest and Selma (Saxberg) Ferguson.

Dorothy's family moved frequently until settling in Newport, MN, where she graduated from Park High School in St....

Carol A.  Herrmann

Carol A. Herrmann

April 5, 2024

Carol A. Herrmann, age 86, passed away on April 5, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Frances Horihan; husband, Richard; sisters: Rosemary Rucker, Marlene Dannecker, and Patricia Francis; brother, Joseph Horihan; and Grandson-in-law, Drew Bloomquist.

Carol is survived by her daughter, Sue Bohlken; daughter, Sandy (Kevin)...

Katie Lynn (Wagner) Kulla

Katie Lynn (Wagner) Kulla

April 5, 2024

Katie Lynn (Wagner) Kulla, age 47, of Hastings passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024.

Katie had a passion for the simple pleasures in life, such as camping, coloring, and trying her luck with scratch-off tickets. She was known for her culinary skills and was an amazing cook, delighting her loved ones with delicious meals....

Laurence F. Bridger

Laurence F. Bridger

April 5, 2024

Larry Foster Bridger,

age 83 of Rosemount, born June 28, 1940 in St Paul to Clydel & William Bridger, peacefully passed away on April 5, 2024.

Larry started his long career as a civil servant in the Navy where he learned discipline and how to protect others. His first role as a police officer was in California where he bought a little...

Scott J. Lundberg

Scott J. Lundberg

April 4, 2024

Scott J. Lundberg,

Age 51 of Lakeville passed away at home suddenly April 4, 2024. Scott was born May 5, 1972 in Minneapolis to Terry and Bette Lundberg. Scott’s love of music, cooking, and painting defined his rich and colorful life.  Scott found solace and joy in the art of creation, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him. Scott...

Wanda L. Stolarek

Wanda L. Stolarek

April 4, 2024

Wanda L. Stolarek,

Age 103 of Minneapolis, born December 6, 1920 in Oak Park, MN to Thomas and Anna Okonek, passed away peacefully, April 4, 2024.

Wanda was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family.  She was also an active member of St. Helena Catholic Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Henry; daughter, Kathy;...

Margaret A. Gustin

Margaret A. Gustin

April 3, 2024

Margaret A. “Pete” Gustin, age 93, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Margaret was born on December 27, 1930, to Robert and Irene (Burrows) Gruber in Plainfield, WI.

After graduating high school in Gillett, WI, Margaret moved back to Plainfield to live with her grandma, where she...

Patrick J.  Scully Sr.

Patrick J. Scully Sr.

April 3, 2024

Patrick Joseph Scully Sr., a loving husband, father, and grandfather died peacefully at Regina Senior Living on Wednesday morning, April 3, 2024, at the age of 98. Pat was a former longtime Dakota County Commissioner, businessman and friend to many.

Patrick, the son of Michael and Mary (O'Donovan) Scully, was born on February 19, 1926,...

Dennis J. Mooney

Dennis J. Mooney

April 3, 2024

Dennis J. Mooney

Age 82 born November 25, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Harry & Dorothy Mooney, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, April 3, 2024.

Dennis will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Sandy; children: Michael, Patrick, and Katie (Jeff) Gibson; granddaughter, Freya; brother, Harry Mooney and sister, Patricia Mooney.

Dennis was laid to rest at Lakewood Cemetery.

Private...

Dianne Mae Mortel

Dianne Mae Mortel

April 3, 2024

Dianne Mae Mortel,

age 79 of Apple Valley, was born May 24, 1944 in Frederic, WI, to Virgil and Ruth Vangsgard, and died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 3, 2024.

Dianne graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in 1962 and Oliver Thein Beauty School in 1963. She was married to David Mortel in 1965, and they had three beautiful...

Arthur D. Kruger

Arthur D. Kruger

April 2, 2024

Arthur D. Kruger, age 98, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024, at Our Lady of Peace Hospice in St. Paul, MN.

Art was born on October 22, 1925, to Arthur and Hazel (Oppegard) Kruger in Rochester, Minnesota. He grew up working in his family’s restaurant, Kruger Cafe, where he developed his strong...

Bonnie Lou Jensen

Bonnie Lou Jensen

March 31, 2024

Bonnie Lou Hagedorn Jensen, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 31st, 2024 at Eagan Pointe Senior Living. She was born on October 11th, 1938 to Everett Hagedorn and Kathryn Carlson Hagedorn of Royal, IA. She was baptized and confirmed in Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Royal, IA. Bonnie graduated in 1956 from Royal High School, Royal,...

Diane M.  (Rother) Gehrke

Diane M. (Rother) Gehrke

March 31, 2024

Diane M. Gehrke, age 81 of Vermillion, died peacefully surrounded by family on Easter Morning, Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Brookdale of Eagan.

Diane Mary, one of seven daughters born to Albert and Ermelinda (Foss) Rother, was born on November 10, 1942, in Hastings, and grew up on a farm near Vermillion. Following her graduation...

Charles "Chuck" Curtis

Charles "Chuck" Curtis

March 30, 2024

Charles G. “Chuck” Curtis, age 84, went to be with the Lord on March 30, 2024, at United Hospital in St. Paul after a long battle with chronic infections. Chuck was a long-time resident of Hastings until entering assisted living in Oakdale in 2019. He was blessed to spend his final afternoon sharing memories and laughs with his grandkids...

Catherine "Cathie" N. Boos

Catherine "Cathie" N. Boos

March 30, 2024

Catherine N Boos,

Age 81 of Apple Valley, born April 30, 1942 in St. Paul, MN to Raymond and Bernice Faschingbauer, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, March 30, 2024.

For many years Cathie operated her interior design business, Catherine’s Interiors, and traveled widely with her husband, Tom. She loved entertaining, playing bridge, spending time with her many friends and, above all,...

Sheila (Maher) Gahler

Sheila (Maher) Gahler

March 29, 2024

Shelia Gahler, age 78 of Hastings, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday evening, March 29, 2024.

Shelia Geraldine, the daughter of Thomas and Monica (Schaffer) Maher, was born on June 5, 1945, in St. Paul. Following her graduation from St. Joseph's Academy with the class of 1963, Sheila continued her...

James  W. Polglase

James W. Polglase

March 29, 2024

James W. "Jim" Polglase, age 81 of Hastings, died peacefully at United Hospital on Friday morning, March 29, 2024.

James William, the son of Ralph and Bernadine (Gergen) Polglase, was born on September 22, 1942, in Sparta, Wisconsin. At a young age, Jim's family moved to Hastings where he attended school, played sports, and graduated...

Charlotte "Char" (Denn) Rondeau

Charlotte "Char" (Denn) Rondeau

April 10, 2024

Charlotte Mae Rondeau went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2024.

Born November 28, 1930, in Hastings, Char lived most of her life in Hastings, and passed away with her family by her side in her Hastings home.

She worked at Werth’s Grocery Store as a teen and graduated...

Nancy M. Biskupski

Nancy M. Biskupski

April 9, 2024

Nancy M. Biskupski, a loving wife, mom, grandma, great grandma, and sister, died peacefully at Regina Medical Center on Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024, at the age 82.

Nancy Marie, was born on April 26, 1941, in Faribault. On July 15, 1963, she was united in marriage to William "Bill" Biskupski III, and they were...

Dean W. Denning

Dean W. Denning

April 6, 2024

Dean W. Denning, age 96, who peacefully went home on April 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Dean was born on August 9, 1927, in Leader, Minnesota, to Ward and Donnie (Grove) Denning. Raised on a farm, he embraced the value of hard work and developed a deep affection for horses, which were integral...

Dorothy I.  Guck

Dorothy I. Guck

April 6, 2024

Dorothy I. Guck, age 84, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, after a courageous battle with Cancer. She was born on January 24, 1940, in Clarkfield, MN to Forrest and Selma (Saxberg) Ferguson.

Dorothy's family moved frequently until settling in Newport, MN, where she graduated from Park High School in St....

Carol A.  Herrmann

Carol A. Herrmann

April 5, 2024

Carol A. Herrmann, age 86, passed away on April 5, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Frances Horihan; husband, Richard; sisters: Rosemary Rucker, Marlene Dannecker, and Patricia Francis; brother, Joseph Horihan; and Grandson-in-law, Drew Bloomquist.

Carol is survived by her daughter, Sue Bohlken; daughter, Sandy (Kevin)...

Katie Lynn (Wagner) Kulla

Katie Lynn (Wagner) Kulla

April 5, 2024

Katie Lynn (Wagner) Kulla, age 47, of Hastings passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024.

Katie had a passion for the simple pleasures in life, such as camping, coloring, and trying her luck with scratch-off tickets. She was known for her culinary skills and was an amazing cook, delighting her loved ones with delicious meals....

Laurence F. Bridger

Laurence F. Bridger

April 5, 2024

Larry Foster Bridger,

age 83 of Rosemount, born June 28, 1940 in St Paul to Clydel & William Bridger, peacefully passed away on April 5, 2024.

Larry started his long career as a civil servant in the Navy where he learned discipline and how to protect others. His first role as a police officer was in California where he bought a little...

Scott J. Lundberg

Scott J. Lundberg

April 4, 2024

Scott J. Lundberg,

Age 51 of Lakeville passed away at home suddenly April 4, 2024. Scott was born May 5, 1972 in Minneapolis to Terry and Bette Lundberg. Scott’s love of music, cooking, and painting defined his rich and colorful life.  Scott found solace and joy in the art of creation, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him. Scott...

Wanda L. Stolarek

Wanda L. Stolarek

April 4, 2024

Wanda L. Stolarek,

Age 103 of Minneapolis, born December 6, 1920 in Oak Park, MN to Thomas and Anna Okonek, passed away peacefully, April 4, 2024.

Wanda was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family.  She was also an active member of St. Helena Catholic Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Henry; daughter, Kathy;...

Margaret A. Gustin

Margaret A. Gustin

April 3, 2024

Margaret A. “Pete” Gustin, age 93, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Margaret was born on December 27, 1930, to Robert and Irene (Burrows) Gruber in Plainfield, WI.

After graduating high school in Gillett, WI, Margaret moved back to Plainfield to live with her grandma, where she...

Patrick J.  Scully Sr.

Patrick J. Scully Sr.

April 3, 2024

Patrick Joseph Scully Sr., a loving husband, father, and grandfather died peacefully at Regina Senior Living on Wednesday morning, April 3, 2024, at the age of 98. Pat was a former longtime Dakota County Commissioner, businessman and friend to many.

Patrick, the son of Michael and Mary (O'Donovan) Scully, was born on February 19, 1926,...

Dennis J. Mooney

Dennis J. Mooney

April 3, 2024

Dennis J. Mooney

Age 82 born November 25, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Harry & Dorothy Mooney, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, April 3, 2024.

Dennis will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Sandy; children: Michael, Patrick, and Katie (Jeff) Gibson; granddaughter, Freya; brother, Harry Mooney and sister, Patricia Mooney.

Dennis was laid to rest at Lakewood Cemetery.

Private...

Dianne Mae Mortel

Dianne Mae Mortel

April 3, 2024

Dianne Mae Mortel,

age 79 of Apple Valley, was born May 24, 1944 in Frederic, WI, to Virgil and Ruth Vangsgard, and died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 3, 2024.

Dianne graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in 1962 and Oliver Thein Beauty School in 1963. She was married to David Mortel in 1965, and they had three beautiful...

Arthur D. Kruger

Arthur D. Kruger

April 2, 2024

Arthur D. Kruger, age 98, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024, at Our Lady of Peace Hospice in St. Paul, MN.

Art was born on October 22, 1925, to Arthur and Hazel (Oppegard) Kruger in Rochester, Minnesota. He grew up working in his family’s restaurant, Kruger Cafe, where he developed his strong...

Bonnie Lou Jensen

Bonnie Lou Jensen

March 31, 2024

Bonnie Lou Hagedorn Jensen, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 31st, 2024 at Eagan Pointe Senior Living. She was born on October 11th, 1938 to Everett Hagedorn and Kathryn Carlson Hagedorn of Royal, IA. She was baptized and confirmed in Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Royal, IA. Bonnie graduated in 1956 from Royal High School, Royal,...

Diane M.  (Rother) Gehrke

Diane M. (Rother) Gehrke

March 31, 2024

Diane M. Gehrke, age 81 of Vermillion, died peacefully surrounded by family on Easter Morning, Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Brookdale of Eagan.

Diane Mary, one of seven daughters born to Albert and Ermelinda (Foss) Rother, was born on November 10, 1942, in Hastings, and grew up on a farm near Vermillion. Following her graduation...

Charles "Chuck" Curtis

Charles "Chuck" Curtis

March 30, 2024

Charles G. “Chuck” Curtis, age 84, went to be with the Lord on March 30, 2024, at United Hospital in St. Paul after a long battle with chronic infections. Chuck was a long-time resident of Hastings until entering assisted living in Oakdale in 2019. He was blessed to spend his final afternoon sharing memories and laughs with his grandkids...

Catherine "Cathie" N. Boos

Catherine "Cathie" N. Boos

March 30, 2024

Catherine N Boos,

Age 81 of Apple Valley, born April 30, 1942 in St. Paul, MN to Raymond and Bernice Faschingbauer, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, March 30, 2024.

For many years Cathie operated her interior design business, Catherine’s Interiors, and traveled widely with her husband, Tom. She loved entertaining, playing bridge, spending time with her many friends and, above all,...

Sheila (Maher) Gahler

Sheila (Maher) Gahler

March 29, 2024

Shelia Gahler, age 78 of Hastings, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday evening, March 29, 2024.

Shelia Geraldine, the daughter of Thomas and Monica (Schaffer) Maher, was born on June 5, 1945, in St. Paul. Following her graduation from St. Joseph's Academy with the class of 1963, Sheila continued her...

James  W. Polglase

James W. Polglase

March 29, 2024

James W. "Jim" Polglase, age 81 of Hastings, died peacefully at United Hospital on Friday morning, March 29, 2024.

James William, the son of Ralph and Bernadine (Gergen) Polglase, was born on September 22, 1942, in Sparta, Wisconsin. At a young age, Jim's family moved to Hastings where he attended school, played sports, and graduated...

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