Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Dorothy Clara Girgen
April 24, 2026
Dorothy Clara (Chandler) Girgen, age 84 of Hastings, MN, passed away on April 24, 2026.
Dorothy was born on February 12, 1942 in St. Paul, MN to William and Dorothy Chandler. She grew up in Northfield, MN and attended Hastings High School.
Dorothy worked as a beautician for many years and then, as the youngest graduated high school, she went to work...
Nicholas James Dressely
April 23, 2026
Nicholas J. Dressely, age 46, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2026.
Nick was born on December 31, 1979, to James and Deborah (Gartner) Dressely. He grew up in St. Paul alongside his younger brother, Joe, and attended St. Francis–St. James United School and Cretin-Derham Hall. From an early age, Nick was known for his quick wit and playful...
Judith Kay Campfield
April 22, 2026
Judith Kay Campfield (née Hansen), “Judy,” 88, passed away April 22, 2026, surrounded by family after an extended hospitalization. She will be reunited in spirit with the love of her life, William “Bill” Campfield, who preceded her in death in December 2025.
Judy was born September 30, 1937, in Audubon, Iowa, to Cleo Alexander Hansen and Helen Esther (Jensen) Hansen. She...
Constance Marie Jancoski
April 22, 2026
Constance M. Jancoski, age 87, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
She was born on August 4, 1938, in Red Wing, Minnesota, and grew up in Ellsworth, Wisconsin. She later moved to River Falls, where she graduated from high school. It was during those early years that she met the love of...
Kathryn Ruth Tornblom
April 20, 2026
Kathryn Keller Tornblom, affectionately known throughout her life as “Sis,” passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on November 6, 1941, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Albert and Zita Keller.
Kathryn lived a life centered on family, love, and quiet strength. In her early life, she worked as a nurse. After marrying her...
Zachary Van De Velde
April 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Zack, who left us too soon this past Monday, April 20, 2026 at the age of 32.
Zack loved snowboarding and played soccer for many years. He cherished time with his family, especially on camping trips together.
He had a huge heart and a deep love for animals, especially...
Ronald Louis Driscoll
April 20, 2026
Ronald L. Driscoll, age 78, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Benedictine Living Community in Hastings, surrounded by his family, after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Ron was born in Red Wing, Minnesota, to Ray and Monica (née Fox) Driscoll. He was raised in Hastings and was one of two children, he and his sister, Cheri....
Alyce Irma Swanson
April 19, 2026
Alyce Irma Swanson was born on June 19, 1929 to Agnes Josephine Stransky and Guinn Winfield Minter in Milton Township near Stewartville Mn. Alyce attended school in a small one-room schoolhouse in Berne Mn with many of her siblings, Donald, Dick, Robert, Kenneth, Thomas, Junior, and sister, Gwendolyn.
Alyce met Virgil Swanson when they were both employed at the Hudson Manufacturing...
Roseann Louise Swanson
April 18, 2026
Roseann Louise “Rosie” Swanson, 61, of Hastings Minnesota, passed away on April 18, 2026.
She was born on October 4, 1964, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Sherman and Gladys (Kasel) Swanson.
Rosie was a talented artist who loved sharing her creativity with the neighborhood children. She enjoyed peaceful walks by the river collecting rocks and shells, and she had a passion for puzzles—always...
Iva Pearl Schnell
April 16, 2026
Iva Schnell, age 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Hastings Health and Senior Living.
She was born on June 18, 1930, in Stewartville, Minnesota, to Harold and Ethel (Wright) Badger. Iva attended Reads Landing School and graduated from Wabasha High School. She went on to work as a technician at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester.Iva married Earl...
Elizabeth Beissel
April 13, 2026
Elizabeth Mary Beissel
April 4, 1937 – April 13, 2026
Elizabeth Mary Beissel, lovingly known as Liz, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, at Cannon Rivers Senior Living at the age of 89.
Liz was born on April 4, 1937, in Albertville, Minnesota, to Isador and Martha (Nee Gilles) Endres. After graduating from high school, she moved to Hastings, where she built...
Susan Renae Peschiutta
April 12, 2026
Susan Renae Peschiutta, age 71 of Rosemount, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026.
Preceded in death by her parents, Donald & Gretchen Rasmusson; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Leo & Martha Peschiutta; and sister-in-law, Diane Peschiutta.
Survived by her loving husband of 51 years, David; children, Daniel (Angela), Laura (Matthew Pfister), and Benjamin (Vanessa); grandchildren, Jackson, Abigail, Jenna, Ethan, Nathaniel, and Ella; siblings,...
Fay Doris Johnson
April 11, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Fay Doris Johnson
Fay Doris Johnson, a woman whose life was defined by hard work, unwavering love, and a deep commitment to her family, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, at the Regina Care Center. Born on February 6, 1937, Fay lived a vibrant life of 89 years, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and warmth...
Susanna "Susie" DuShane
April 10, 2026
Susanna Elizabeth DuShane, 103 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on April 10, 2026.
Susie was born on December 9, 1922, on her parents’ farm to Fred and Anna (Meier) Bauer. All 13 siblings were born at home in nearby Vermillion, Dakota County, Minnesota.
On May 3, 1944, Susie was united in marriage to Robert F. DuShane. The ceremony was solemnized in...
William A. Nagel
April 9, 2026
William A. Nagel, 76, of Apple Valley passed away on April 9, 2026. After graduating from Maine West High School in Des Plaines, IL, he attended Macalester College on a football scholarship and graduated from Augsburg University with a degree in psychology. He married his high school sweetheart Laura in 1988 and took on his greatest role as stepfather to...
Valerayn "Val" Birdie Bauer
April 9, 2026
Valerayn “Val” Birdie (nee Lenarz) Bauer, age 97, died with family by her side on April 9, 2026 in Hastings. Preceded in death by loving husband of 63 years, Frank. Mother to Connie, Greg (Shirley), Barb (Dick Lieder), Mary (Alan Walter), Maureen (Pat Lynch), Mike (Rhonda), and Carol (Peter Lokhorst). Grandma of 14, great-grandma of 21, and dear friend to...
Phyllis Lothenbach
April 6, 2026
Phyllis Lothenbach
March 1, 1927 - April 6, 2026
Phyllis Lothenbach, 99, formerly of Hastings, Minnesota, died Monday, April 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and dedicated caregivers at Premier Rehabilitation at Maranatha Village while under the care of Seasons Hospice.
Phyllis was born on March 1, 1927, to Clemons and Laura (Smith) Wimer in Hastings, Minnesota. She was baptized...
Ronald Herman Backhaus
April 6, 2026
Ronald “Ron” Herman Backhaus, 70, of Apple Valley, Minnesota, passed away on April 6, 2026.
Ron was born on August 10, 1955, in Dickinson, North Dakota. He built a successful career in the machine tool industry, earning recognition as a Certified Machine Tool Sales Engineer. Through his work, Ron developed not only deep expertise, but also lasting professional relationships and lifelong...
Scott D. Welter
April 2, 2026
Scott David Welter: January 23, 1964 – April 2, 2026
A celebration of life service will be held at Hosanna Church (Lakeville Campus) April 8 for Scott David Welter who passed in the early hours of April 2, 2026, at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester after a courageous battle with cancer. Scott peacefully made the final journey, as his wife of...
Gene & Virginia Clark
March 30, 2026
Gene M. Clark, age 92, and his wife, Virginia Clark, age 83, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully just weeks apart, surrounded by their loving family. Gene died on March 13, 2026, at Benedictine Senior Living Regina. Virginia passed away on March 30, 2026, at Hastings Senior Health and Living Augustana.
Gene was born on May 18, 1933, in Ruby Township,...
Dorothy Clara Girgen
April 24, 2026
Dorothy Clara (Chandler) Girgen, age 84 of Hastings, MN, passed away on April 24, 2026.
Dorothy was born on February 12, 1942 in St. Paul, MN to William and Dorothy Chandler. She grew up in Northfield, MN and attended Hastings High School.
Dorothy worked as a beautician for many years and then, as the youngest graduated high school, she went to work...
Nicholas James Dressely
April 23, 2026
Nicholas J. Dressely, age 46, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2026.
Nick was born on December 31, 1979, to James and Deborah (Gartner) Dressely. He grew up in St. Paul alongside his younger brother, Joe, and attended St. Francis–St. James United School and Cretin-Derham Hall. From an early age, Nick was known for his quick wit and playful...
Judith Kay Campfield
April 22, 2026
Judith Kay Campfield (née Hansen), “Judy,” 88, passed away April 22, 2026, surrounded by family after an extended hospitalization. She will be reunited in spirit with the love of her life, William “Bill” Campfield, who preceded her in death in December 2025.
Judy was born September 30, 1937, in Audubon, Iowa, to Cleo Alexander Hansen and Helen Esther (Jensen) Hansen. She...
Constance Marie Jancoski
April 22, 2026
Constance M. Jancoski, age 87, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
She was born on August 4, 1938, in Red Wing, Minnesota, and grew up in Ellsworth, Wisconsin. She later moved to River Falls, where she graduated from high school. It was during those early years that she met the love of...
Kathryn Ruth Tornblom
April 20, 2026
Kathryn Keller Tornblom, affectionately known throughout her life as “Sis,” passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on November 6, 1941, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Albert and Zita Keller.
Kathryn lived a life centered on family, love, and quiet strength. In her early life, she worked as a nurse. After marrying her...
Zachary Van De Velde
April 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Zack, who left us too soon this past Monday, April 20, 2026 at the age of 32.
Zack loved snowboarding and played soccer for many years. He cherished time with his family, especially on camping trips together.
He had a huge heart and a deep love for animals, especially...
Ronald Louis Driscoll
April 20, 2026
Ronald L. Driscoll, age 78, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Benedictine Living Community in Hastings, surrounded by his family, after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Ron was born in Red Wing, Minnesota, to Ray and Monica (née Fox) Driscoll. He was raised in Hastings and was one of two children, he and his sister, Cheri....
Alyce Irma Swanson
April 19, 2026
Alyce Irma Swanson was born on June 19, 1929 to Agnes Josephine Stransky and Guinn Winfield Minter in Milton Township near Stewartville Mn. Alyce attended school in a small one-room schoolhouse in Berne Mn with many of her siblings, Donald, Dick, Robert, Kenneth, Thomas, Junior, and sister, Gwendolyn.
Alyce met Virgil Swanson when they were both employed at the Hudson Manufacturing...
Roseann Louise Swanson
April 18, 2026
Roseann Louise “Rosie” Swanson, 61, of Hastings Minnesota, passed away on April 18, 2026.
She was born on October 4, 1964, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Sherman and Gladys (Kasel) Swanson.
Rosie was a talented artist who loved sharing her creativity with the neighborhood children. She enjoyed peaceful walks by the river collecting rocks and shells, and she had a passion for puzzles—always...
Iva Pearl Schnell
April 16, 2026
Iva Schnell, age 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Hastings Health and Senior Living.
She was born on June 18, 1930, in Stewartville, Minnesota, to Harold and Ethel (Wright) Badger. Iva attended Reads Landing School and graduated from Wabasha High School. She went on to work as a technician at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester.Iva married Earl...
Elizabeth Beissel
April 13, 2026
Elizabeth Mary Beissel
April 4, 1937 – April 13, 2026
Elizabeth Mary Beissel, lovingly known as Liz, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, at Cannon Rivers Senior Living at the age of 89.
Liz was born on April 4, 1937, in Albertville, Minnesota, to Isador and Martha (Nee Gilles) Endres. After graduating from high school, she moved to Hastings, where she built...
Susan Renae Peschiutta
April 12, 2026
Susan Renae Peschiutta, age 71 of Rosemount, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026.
Preceded in death by her parents, Donald & Gretchen Rasmusson; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Leo & Martha Peschiutta; and sister-in-law, Diane Peschiutta.
Survived by her loving husband of 51 years, David; children, Daniel (Angela), Laura (Matthew Pfister), and Benjamin (Vanessa); grandchildren, Jackson, Abigail, Jenna, Ethan, Nathaniel, and Ella; siblings,...
Fay Doris Johnson
April 11, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Fay Doris Johnson
Fay Doris Johnson, a woman whose life was defined by hard work, unwavering love, and a deep commitment to her family, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, at the Regina Care Center. Born on February 6, 1937, Fay lived a vibrant life of 89 years, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and warmth...
Susanna "Susie" DuShane
April 10, 2026
Susanna Elizabeth DuShane, 103 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on April 10, 2026.
Susie was born on December 9, 1922, on her parents’ farm to Fred and Anna (Meier) Bauer. All 13 siblings were born at home in nearby Vermillion, Dakota County, Minnesota.
On May 3, 1944, Susie was united in marriage to Robert F. DuShane. The ceremony was solemnized in...
William A. Nagel
April 9, 2026
William A. Nagel, 76, of Apple Valley passed away on April 9, 2026. After graduating from Maine West High School in Des Plaines, IL, he attended Macalester College on a football scholarship and graduated from Augsburg University with a degree in psychology. He married his high school sweetheart Laura in 1988 and took on his greatest role as stepfather to...
Valerayn "Val" Birdie Bauer
April 9, 2026
Valerayn “Val” Birdie (nee Lenarz) Bauer, age 97, died with family by her side on April 9, 2026 in Hastings. Preceded in death by loving husband of 63 years, Frank. Mother to Connie, Greg (Shirley), Barb (Dick Lieder), Mary (Alan Walter), Maureen (Pat Lynch), Mike (Rhonda), and Carol (Peter Lokhorst). Grandma of 14, great-grandma of 21, and dear friend to...
Phyllis Lothenbach
April 6, 2026
Phyllis Lothenbach
March 1, 1927 - April 6, 2026
Phyllis Lothenbach, 99, formerly of Hastings, Minnesota, died Monday, April 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and dedicated caregivers at Premier Rehabilitation at Maranatha Village while under the care of Seasons Hospice.
Phyllis was born on March 1, 1927, to Clemons and Laura (Smith) Wimer in Hastings, Minnesota. She was baptized...
Ronald Herman Backhaus
April 6, 2026
Ronald “Ron” Herman Backhaus, 70, of Apple Valley, Minnesota, passed away on April 6, 2026.
Ron was born on August 10, 1955, in Dickinson, North Dakota. He built a successful career in the machine tool industry, earning recognition as a Certified Machine Tool Sales Engineer. Through his work, Ron developed not only deep expertise, but also lasting professional relationships and lifelong...
Scott D. Welter
April 2, 2026
Scott David Welter: January 23, 1964 – April 2, 2026
A celebration of life service will be held at Hosanna Church (Lakeville Campus) April 8 for Scott David Welter who passed in the early hours of April 2, 2026, at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester after a courageous battle with cancer. Scott peacefully made the final journey, as his wife of...
Gene & Virginia Clark
March 30, 2026
Gene M. Clark, age 92, and his wife, Virginia Clark, age 83, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully just weeks apart, surrounded by their loving family. Gene died on March 13, 2026, at Benedictine Senior Living Regina. Virginia passed away on March 30, 2026, at Hastings Senior Health and Living Augustana.
Gene was born on May 18, 1933, in Ruby Township,...
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