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,...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

March 29, 2024

Kos, M. Terry

Age 97 of Apple Valley (formerly of Rochester), passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024. He was born on August 13, 1926, in Rochester, MN to Albert and Blanche (Terry) Kos. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary; son, Peter; and brother, Richard Koss. Survived by his children, Paul (Jill) & Peggy (John) Bendt; grandchildren, Hayley, Carly, Greta,...

March 27, 2024

Robert L. Atwood, aged 85, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, March 27, 2024.

Born on August 23, 1938, in Perry, IA, to parents Leland and Lena (Kever) Atwood, Robert lived a life filled with love, service, and dedication. A distinguished veteran of the US Navy, Robert served his country with...

March 26, 2024

Donna Jean Bridger

 aged 82, peacefully passed away on March 26th, in Minnesota. Born on January 13th, 1942, in California to Martha & Ruben Franks, Donna’s journey was marked by love, dedication, and passion.

Her love extended boundlessly to her daughters and her heart overflowed with pride for her grandchildren, whom she adored and cherished.

Throughout her adult life, Donna held many...

March 20, 2024

Faith (Fai) D. Thomson, passed away peacefully at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury after a brief illness on March 20, 2024, at the age of 78. Fai was born on December 7, 1945, in Haverhill, MA, to Edmond and Mary (Davis) Thomson.

Fai had a passion for singing and was deeply involved in the Episcopal Church,...

March 19, 2024

Theresa A. (Teuber) Downey, age 92 of Cottage Grove and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully at White Pines Assisted Living on Tuesday morning, March 19, 2024.

Theresa Ann, the daughter of Vincent and Catherine (Siebenaler) Teuber, was born on September 16, 1931, in New Trier. Following her education, Theresa was united in marriage to James...

March 17, 2024

David O. Olstad, age 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis on Sunday, March 17, 2024. David was born on August 9, 1926, in Litchville, ND, to Nels and Laura (Hatren). He married Edith Mailloux in 1951 and together they had 6 children: Kathleen (Mark) Parsons, Rebecca (Brian) Racek, Diane (Pat) Maher,...

March 14, 2024

Suzanne "Sue" Schrader, age 89 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Thursday, March 14, 2024.

She was born on April 19, 1934, in Appleton, Wisconsin, to Anna Mae Long. Sue was united in marriage to Fred Schrader on June 18, 1955, in Appleton, Wisconsin, and together they were blessed with four children:...

March 13, 2024

Kise, Kurt L.

Age 59 of S. Mpls.

Kurt passed away peacefully on March 13, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard A. Kise. He is survived by his mother, Arlene; brothers, Jim and Jon (Julie); nephew, Jason (Alexis); niece, Tina (Alex); grandnephew, Marshall; grandnieces, Madelyn and River; and special friend, Mike Tyler. Kurt was born with Down syndrome,...

March 12, 2024

Thomas “Tom” Keto, age 81, of Hastings, MN was called home by his Heavenly Father on March 12 at Regina/Benedictine Community Living Hastings, MN.

Tom was born in Joliet, IL on March 29th, 1942 to Albert and Matilda Keto (nee Jahneke) and was lovingly raised by his parents Herman and Matilda Borment on a dairy...

March 12, 2024

Donna M. Ringeisen, age 91 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Tuesday evening, March 12, 2024.

Donna Mae, the daughter of Nicholas and Margaret (Hubley) Yokanovich, was born on May 22, 1932, in South St. Paul. Following her graduation from South St. Paul High School with the class of 1950, Donna was...