January 17, 2010

Roy 'Butch' Jensen, age 50, of Hastings, passed away suddenly January 17, 2010. He was born August 11, 1959 to Alton and Christel (Sortich) Jensen in Berlin Germany.Butch was an amazingly talented musician, songwriter, and artist. He started playing the guitar and writing songs when he was 10 years old. At age 17, he joined the United States Marine...

January 16, 2010

Kenneth M. Sulem, age 79 of Bloomington formerly of Minneapolis. Passed away 1/16/10. Preceded in death by parents Chester and Helen. Survived by sons: David, Craig, and Kent; sister, Helen Patricia Witbeck (Bill). Member of Minnehaha Lodge 165, AF & AM (Past Master); ARK Chapter 53, RAM; Mounted Commandery 23, KT; Mpls. Council 2, CM; Minnehaha Chapter 37, OES; Bethesda...

January 14, 2010

John Francis "Jack"Judge, age 89, of Hastings, died January 14, 2010 at United Hospital in St. Paul. John was born February 1, 1920 inMarshan Townshipto John and Clare (Steffen) Judge, and attended Guardian Angels Schools. He served as SergeantFirst Class in the U.S. Army, retiring in 1962 after a 20 year career. John later went on towork and retirefrom...

January 14, 2010

KIRCHOFF

Kenneth C., age 76, of Rosemount, MN passed away on Jan 14th, 2010 after a lengthy illness. Ken is preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Alice Kirchoff; and brother-in-law, Willard Juth. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Claudine; children, Tammy Ernster, Susan Kirchoff, Gary Kirchoff, Robyn Lieberman and Karen (Roger) Clarke; 13 grandchildren; 8...

January 13, 2010

January 11, 2010

Diane Dick, age 48, of Hastings, passed away January 11, 2010 at her home. Diane was preceded in death by her father, Ernest Dick; grandmother, Alice Morin; uncle, Dick Morin; nephew, Brad Beil. She is survived by her life partner, Melody Overmeyer; mother, Phyllis Dick; sister, Kathy Farrell; cousin, Bobby Beil; niece, Ashley; and nephew, Ryan; cats, Blizzard; Rocky;...

January 10, 2010

Leander Reinardy, age 69, of Hastings, died January 10, 2010 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul.Leander was born February 27, 1940 in New Trier to Mathias and Magdalene (Beissel) Reinardy. He served in the Army, and worked as a forklift operator at Con Agra. Leander enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and playing cards.He was preceded in death by his parents;...

January 9, 2010

Judith A. Burson, of Hastings died January 9, 2010 at her home. Judith was born November 22, 1940 in St. Paul, MN to George and Harriet (Ronneng) Krech, She married Clayton Burson on June 6, 1959 in Markville, MN and had worked as a nurses aide in the Health Care Industry. She was preceded in death by her parents;...

January 9, 2010

Neva Andree Percy, age 84, of Hastings, passed away January 9, 2010 at the Sunrise Cottages of Buffalo. She was born December 27, 1925 to Emil and Ethel (Greer) Starz in Zumbro Falls, MN. She married Harold Percy in Zumbro Falls on June 25, 1948. Neva was a teacher at Pine Crest Elementary School in Hastings, retiring in 1984....

January 9, 2010

Laura Mae �Tudy� Green, of Hastings, MN, formerly of Wesley, IA; died Saturday, January 9, 2010 at Regina Care Center in Hastings, MN following a lengthy illness. Laura was born May 3, 1924 in Ottumwa, Iowa to H. Sidney and Bertha C. (Davis) Lundgren. She grew up in and attended school in Crystal Lake, IA. She enjoyed sports of...

January 9, 2010

Hanson, Paul J., age 96, of Eagan. Member Gustavus Adolphus Society and Olso Lodge Sons of Norway. Preceded in death by brothers, Harry, Otto, and Sigurd. Survived by wife, Lorraine; daughter, Linda (Harold) Martin; sons, Bruce (Michell) and Kevin; 5 grandchildren, Eric, Michael, Jonathan, Bruce, and Ashley; 1 great-granddaughter, Sofia; sisters, Ruth (Joseph) Waleski, Martha (Jack) Schramm. Memorial service Wednesday...

January 9, 2010

Jepsen, Gladys C. age 86 formerly of Minneapolis, born December 24, 1923 in Stacy, MN to Emil and Lillie Swanson, passed into eternal life January 9, 2010 at Ramsey County Care Center, Maplewood, MN. Gladys worked as a secretary for the Controller of the Currency in Minneapolis. She was active in her church and enjoyed quilting and gardening. Preceded in...

January 7, 2010

MARSHALL

Richard C. Age 82, of Burnsville, formerly of Sebeka, MN, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2010 after a long illness. Preceded in death by parents, Albert & Louise Marshall; siblings, Marvin, Elwynn, Alfred, Vernon, Victor, and Helen Johnson. Survived by loving wife of 52 years, Marcia; children, Bill, John (Diane), Susan Marshall Johnson and Rich; 5 grandchildren, Betsy, Phillip,...

January 7, 2010

ECKSTROM (nee VanderHeyden)

Angele J., age 64, on Jan 7th, 2010 after a courageous 18 month battle with lung cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Angele is preceded in death by her parents, Al and Cecelia VanderHeyden and sister, Kelly Piel. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Bob; children, Kim (Rique) Beslin and Dan (Lucy) Eckstrom; 5 adoring...

January 7, 2010

Ferrian, Aldora M. age 79, of Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Harold; brothers, Donald and Gaylord Olson. Survived by nephew, Scott (Lisa) Olson; niece, Stacie Olson; great-nephew and niece, Kyle and Kelly; other nieces, nephews and cousins. Service Tuesday 11 AM, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 28th Ave & E. 31st St. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Crystal Lake...

January 6, 2010

Richard F. Johnson, formerly of Wausau, WI, born February 21, 1928, to Frederick & Virginia Johnson, passed away January 6, 2010. Preceded in death by wife of 52 years, Constance and sister, Shirley Smith. Survived by children: Gwynne (Bill) Kienitz, Val Harshe (Kelly Lundstrom), Knox (Tamara) Johnson; grandchildren: Heather (Ryan) Heck, Courtney (Dan) Kucera, Toebios (Tracy) Johnson, Ceora (Jestin) Schmitt,...

January 6, 2010

Becklund, Gladys (Johnson) age 91, of Mpls., born Oct. 18, 1918 in the Parkers Prairie area of MN. Early in life she moved to Mpls. for health and employment reasons. There she met and married Edward (Shorty) Becklund, who was the joy and love of her life. After WWII, Gladys and Shorty moved to So. Mpls. where their daughter Marlene...

January 4, 2010

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January 4, 2010

Agatha M. Hoffmann, age 94, of Hastings died Monday, January 4, 2010 at Trinity Care Center in Farmington. Agatha was born February 4, 1915 in Vermillion to Mathias and Mary (Kummer) Marshall. She was united in marriage to Frank Hoffmann on November 21, 1942 in Abilene, TX, and was a homemaker. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary....

January 3, 2010

Barbara Ann Samuelson, age 71, of Hastings died January 3, 2010 at the United Hospital in St. Paul. Barb was born June 24, 1938 in Hastings to Day and Gertrude (Erickson) Samuelson. She attended Hastings schools, and had provided adult and child at-home day care for various Hastings families. She was preceded in death by her parents; and is...