Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
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Laura Dawn Krugen
October 12, 2025
Laura Krugen, age 61, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, in her home.
Laura was born on November 14, 1963, and grew up in the Brainerd Lakes area, where she attended Brainerd High School. She was a beloved mother and grandmother who cherished time spent with her family and friends. Her children and grandchildren will especially miss...
Mary Ann Farrow
October 11, 2025
Mary A. Farrow, was born May 2, 1945 in Minnesota to George and Ruth (nee Becker) Kummer. She passed peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at her home in Sarasota, Florida.
Mary was a dedicated business owner and realtor who had a deep appreciation for nature, the arts, and all things beautiful. Her passionate involvement...
Jerry Lee Flom
October 11, 2025
Jerry Flom — A Life Well Built, Well Laughed, and Well-Lived
Jerry Lee Flom, 71, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Born in Minot, North Dakota, on January 25, 1954, to Kenneth and Ethel (Clark) Flom, Jerry quickly mastered the art of being both practical and persistent — two skills that served him well for the next seven...
Warren Clarence Penrose
October 10, 2025
Warren Clarence Penrose, age 87, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025 at his home.
Born in Parkers Prairie, MN on May 15, 1938, Warren graduated from Lakeville High School in 1956 and attended Moorhead College for two years on a basketball scholarship. Deciding college wasn't for him, he moved to Minneapolis and took a job at Daytons...
James Edward Kemper
October 8, 2025
Jim E. Kemper, age 83 of Apple Valley, passed away on October 8, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward & Lucy; brother, Bob; sister, Kristine; and sister-in-law, Peg. Survived by his wife of 41 years, Judy; sister, Colleen (Bud) Garland; brothers, Bernard (Maggie), Fred, and Ed Jr. (Alfil); sister-in-law, Gloria; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Jim’s...
Donald Francis Olson
October 6, 2025
Donald “Donnie” Francis Olson passed away at home on October 6, 2025 at the age of 74 after a lengthy illness.
He always had a talent for planting and gardening which stemmed from growing up and working in his family’s greenhouse business. Donnie also had a career with the HD Hudson Company which spanned over 40 years.
Throughout Donnie’s life he enjoyed...
William Joseph Zuzek
October 5, 2025
William Joseph “Bill” “Red” Zuzek, age 99, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, at Regina Hospital in Hastings, surrounded by his loving family.
Bill was born on September 21, 1926, in Hastings to William and Ernestine (Schanno) Zuzek. He grew up in Hastings with his brothers, Robert and Richard (Dickie). After his father died in 1930, his...
Judith Ann Dupay
October 5, 2025
Judith Ann Dupay, age 80 of Lakeville, went to be with the Lord on October 5, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, James; and grandson, DJ. Survived by her children, Paula and Nikk (Betty); grandchildren, Colleen and James (Brooke); great-grandchildren, Jayden, Carter, and Emma; siblings, Doug (Harriet) and Donna; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Memorial Service at 11am...
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
October 2, 2025
In loving memory of Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt, age 68, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025.
Melody Lund was born on September 2, 1957, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, the youngest of four children to Bert and Edna Lund. Her family later settled in Hastings, Minnesota, where Melody spent her formative years and graduated from Hastings...
Charles "Chuck" Taffe
September 30, 2025
Charles Dennis Taffe
February 16, 1951 – September 30, 2025
Remembering the life…
Charles “Chuck” Dennis Taffe, age 74, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025.
Born on February 16, 1951, Chuck was raised in Morris, Minnesota, the son of Charles and Joyce Taffe. He went on to attend the University of Minnesota Morris, where he built lifelong friendships and cherished...
Stephen Lawrence Engel
September 29, 2025
Stephen "Steve" Lawrence Engel, age 69, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away at his home on September 29, 2025. Born on July 8, 1956, Steve lived most of his life in Apple Valley.
Steve worked for the City of Apple Valley at the community center for 37 years. In addition to working at the community center, he also worked for ISD...
Erhardt Edward Schultz
September 29, 2025
Erhardt E. Schultz, age 78, of Apple Valley, closed his chapter on earth, peacefully at his home on September 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Tuffy was born on April 13, 1947, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, to Erhardt and Leona (Peterson) Schultz. He was the fourth child of 17 children. As the oldest son, he was a steadfast support for...
Daniel Mark Leland
September 26, 2025
God called Dan home on Friday September 26, 2025.
I can only imagine what his eyes saw, Jesus with open arms, heavenly beauty.
I can only imagine him walking without pain, he is now perfect in his forever home.
My heart aches, but with God's strength and peace, I can get through. I miss him deeply, along with family and friends.
John 3:16
For God...
Bryson Scott McGrath
September 26, 2025
After a courageously-fought battle with cancer lasting 1,027 days, Bryson Scott McGrath, lovingly known as “Goose” or “Goosie”, age five, of Prescott, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in the arms of his family on September 26, 2025. Though his time on this earth was heartbreakingly short, the joy, love, and light he brought into the world will ripple through eternity.
Goose was...
Lawrence Nickolas Teuber
September 25, 2025
Lawrence N. Teuber, age 90, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home on September 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving daughters.
Lawrence was born on March 13, 1935, in Douglas Township, Minnesota, to Vincent and Catherine (Siebenaler) Teuber. One of thirteen children, he grew up on the family farm, where he learned to work hard and help others. From doing...
Crispin Kean Metzler
September 24, 2025
Crispin Kean Metzler (Cris) passed away on September 24th in Hastings, MN after a long and hard fought battle with lung cancer.
Cris was born on December 28, 1947 in East Cleveland, Ohio to Ruth and Charles Monnette Metzler. Cris’s father died when Cris was 3 years old and his mother was remarried to Carl Giblin when he was 8. Cris...
Roger Lee Gehrke
September 24, 2025
“May Roger’s ‘forever’ find him tending Heaven’s raspberries with his German Shepard dogs”
Roger Lee Gehrke, 92, of Burnsville, Minnesota passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, at his home. Roger was born on November 8, 1932, to Marvin and Celia (Weber) Gehrke in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Roger attended and graduated from Wausau High School in 1951. While there, he participated in track...
David Glen Johnson
September 22, 2025
David Glen Johnson, of Farmington, MN, passed away on September 22, 2025.
Preceded in death by father, Rolland. Survived by son, Brandon; mother, Marie; niece and nephews that he helped raise, Jacob (Jenna), Alissa (James), and Kelly (Amanda); siblings, Jeff, Julie (Mike), Rollie, and Brian (Caren); his nieces and nephews, Tyler, Natasha, Kayla, Abbi, Jeremy, Averi, and Liam; and his great...
Lloyd J. Peine
September 21, 2025
Lloyd J. Peine, age 95 and a life-long farmer in New Trier, passed away peacefully at Benedictine Living ~ Regina on Sunday morning, September 21, 2025.
Lloyd Joseph, the son of Henry and Margaret (Wollmering) Peine, was born on July 21, 1930, in Empire Township, Dakota County, Minnesota. On September 7, 1955, Lloyd was united in marriage to Lenore G. Dohmen...
James Justin Cysiewski
September 20, 2025
James “Jim” Cysiewski, age 94, of Vermillion, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born March 26, 1931 in Vermillion Township. He was one-of-a-kind and will be greatly missed.
Jim had long careers at both Armours Meat Processing and Koch Refinery. He had a passion for fishing, liked to bake his favorite cookies and loved...
Laura Dawn Krugen
October 12, 2025
Laura Krugen, age 61, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, in her home.
Laura was born on November 14, 1963, and grew up in the Brainerd Lakes area, where she attended Brainerd High School. She was a beloved mother and grandmother who cherished time spent with her family and friends. Her children and grandchildren will especially miss...
Mary Ann Farrow
October 11, 2025
Mary A. Farrow, was born May 2, 1945 in Minnesota to George and Ruth (nee Becker) Kummer. She passed peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at her home in Sarasota, Florida.
Mary was a dedicated business owner and realtor who had a deep appreciation for nature, the arts, and all things beautiful. Her passionate involvement...
Jerry Lee Flom
October 11, 2025
Jerry Flom — A Life Well Built, Well Laughed, and Well-Lived
Jerry Lee Flom, 71, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Born in Minot, North Dakota, on January 25, 1954, to Kenneth and Ethel (Clark) Flom, Jerry quickly mastered the art of being both practical and persistent — two skills that served him well for the next seven...
Warren Clarence Penrose
October 10, 2025
Warren Clarence Penrose, age 87, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025 at his home.
Born in Parkers Prairie, MN on May 15, 1938, Warren graduated from Lakeville High School in 1956 and attended Moorhead College for two years on a basketball scholarship. Deciding college wasn't for him, he moved to Minneapolis and took a job at Daytons...
James Edward Kemper
October 8, 2025
Jim E. Kemper, age 83 of Apple Valley, passed away on October 8, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward & Lucy; brother, Bob; sister, Kristine; and sister-in-law, Peg. Survived by his wife of 41 years, Judy; sister, Colleen (Bud) Garland; brothers, Bernard (Maggie), Fred, and Ed Jr. (Alfil); sister-in-law, Gloria; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Jim’s...
Donald Francis Olson
October 6, 2025
Donald “Donnie” Francis Olson passed away at home on October 6, 2025 at the age of 74 after a lengthy illness.
He always had a talent for planting and gardening which stemmed from growing up and working in his family’s greenhouse business. Donnie also had a career with the HD Hudson Company which spanned over 40 years.
Throughout Donnie’s life he enjoyed...
William Joseph Zuzek
October 5, 2025
William Joseph “Bill” “Red” Zuzek, age 99, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, at Regina Hospital in Hastings, surrounded by his loving family.
Bill was born on September 21, 1926, in Hastings to William and Ernestine (Schanno) Zuzek. He grew up in Hastings with his brothers, Robert and Richard (Dickie). After his father died in 1930, his...
Judith Ann Dupay
October 5, 2025
Judith Ann Dupay, age 80 of Lakeville, went to be with the Lord on October 5, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, James; and grandson, DJ. Survived by her children, Paula and Nikk (Betty); grandchildren, Colleen and James (Brooke); great-grandchildren, Jayden, Carter, and Emma; siblings, Doug (Harriet) and Donna; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Memorial Service at 11am...
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
October 2, 2025
In loving memory of Melody Ann Lund Galchutt
Melody Ann Lund Galchutt, age 68, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025.
Melody Lund was born on September 2, 1957, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, the youngest of four children to Bert and Edna Lund. Her family later settled in Hastings, Minnesota, where Melody spent her formative years and graduated from Hastings...
Charles "Chuck" Taffe
September 30, 2025
Charles Dennis Taffe
February 16, 1951 – September 30, 2025
Remembering the life…
Charles “Chuck” Dennis Taffe, age 74, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025.
Born on February 16, 1951, Chuck was raised in Morris, Minnesota, the son of Charles and Joyce Taffe. He went on to attend the University of Minnesota Morris, where he built lifelong friendships and cherished...
Stephen Lawrence Engel
September 29, 2025
Stephen "Steve" Lawrence Engel, age 69, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away at his home on September 29, 2025. Born on July 8, 1956, Steve lived most of his life in Apple Valley.
Steve worked for the City of Apple Valley at the community center for 37 years. In addition to working at the community center, he also worked for ISD...
Erhardt Edward Schultz
September 29, 2025
Erhardt E. Schultz, age 78, of Apple Valley, closed his chapter on earth, peacefully at his home on September 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Tuffy was born on April 13, 1947, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, to Erhardt and Leona (Peterson) Schultz. He was the fourth child of 17 children. As the oldest son, he was a steadfast support for...
Daniel Mark Leland
September 26, 2025
God called Dan home on Friday September 26, 2025.
I can only imagine what his eyes saw, Jesus with open arms, heavenly beauty.
I can only imagine him walking without pain, he is now perfect in his forever home.
My heart aches, but with God's strength and peace, I can get through. I miss him deeply, along with family and friends.
John 3:16
For God...
Bryson Scott McGrath
September 26, 2025
After a courageously-fought battle with cancer lasting 1,027 days, Bryson Scott McGrath, lovingly known as “Goose” or “Goosie”, age five, of Prescott, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in the arms of his family on September 26, 2025. Though his time on this earth was heartbreakingly short, the joy, love, and light he brought into the world will ripple through eternity.
Goose was...
Lawrence Nickolas Teuber
September 25, 2025
Lawrence N. Teuber, age 90, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home on September 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving daughters.
Lawrence was born on March 13, 1935, in Douglas Township, Minnesota, to Vincent and Catherine (Siebenaler) Teuber. One of thirteen children, he grew up on the family farm, where he learned to work hard and help others. From doing...
Crispin Kean Metzler
September 24, 2025
Crispin Kean Metzler (Cris) passed away on September 24th in Hastings, MN after a long and hard fought battle with lung cancer.
Cris was born on December 28, 1947 in East Cleveland, Ohio to Ruth and Charles Monnette Metzler. Cris’s father died when Cris was 3 years old and his mother was remarried to Carl Giblin when he was 8. Cris...
Roger Lee Gehrke
September 24, 2025
“May Roger’s ‘forever’ find him tending Heaven’s raspberries with his German Shepard dogs”
Roger Lee Gehrke, 92, of Burnsville, Minnesota passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, at his home. Roger was born on November 8, 1932, to Marvin and Celia (Weber) Gehrke in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Roger attended and graduated from Wausau High School in 1951. While there, he participated in track...
David Glen Johnson
September 22, 2025
David Glen Johnson, of Farmington, MN, passed away on September 22, 2025.
Preceded in death by father, Rolland. Survived by son, Brandon; mother, Marie; niece and nephews that he helped raise, Jacob (Jenna), Alissa (James), and Kelly (Amanda); siblings, Jeff, Julie (Mike), Rollie, and Brian (Caren); his nieces and nephews, Tyler, Natasha, Kayla, Abbi, Jeremy, Averi, and Liam; and his great...
Lloyd J. Peine
September 21, 2025
Lloyd J. Peine, age 95 and a life-long farmer in New Trier, passed away peacefully at Benedictine Living ~ Regina on Sunday morning, September 21, 2025.
Lloyd Joseph, the son of Henry and Margaret (Wollmering) Peine, was born on July 21, 1930, in Empire Township, Dakota County, Minnesota. On September 7, 1955, Lloyd was united in marriage to Lenore G. Dohmen...
James Justin Cysiewski
September 20, 2025
James “Jim” Cysiewski, age 94, of Vermillion, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born March 26, 1931 in Vermillion Township. He was one-of-a-kind and will be greatly missed.
Jim had long careers at both Armours Meat Processing and Koch Refinery. He had a passion for fishing, liked to bake his favorite cookies and loved...
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