January 12, 2024

McDougall, Linnea (née Baker)

Age 90 of Minneapolis, passed away on Jan. 12, 2024. Preceded in death by her husband, Michael; son, Scott; granddaughter, Lauren; and brother, Jess Baker. Survived by her children, Maureen (Marston) Pearson, Tim (Susie), Mike (Marion), Colleen Schamber, and Angela (Scott) Wibbens; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Chester (Jan) Baker; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends....

January 12, 2024

Palmer, Myrna Jean

Age 82, passed away on January 12, 2024, unexpectedly after recovering from a broken femur. She was born on August 2, 1941, in Minneapolis, MN, to Milo and Ellen Randall. She graduated from Roosevelt High School. She was a long-time resident of Burnsville, MN, where she raised her children. Myrna is preceded in death by her parents, sister...

January 11, 2024

Gale N. Henn, age 88, of Hastings, passed away at home on January 11, 2024.

Gale was born February 17, 1935 in Plum City, WI to Rose and Edmund Henn.

He was the youngest born and brother to John Henn, Robert Henn, Harriett Henn Siewert, Goldeen Henn Staehli, Verona...

January 10, 2024

Sheryll L. Mayes-Okerstrom, age 69, passed away peacefully in St. Cloud, MN on Wednesday morning, January 10, 2024.

Sheryll was born on May 1, 1954 to parents George and Audrey Hathaway in Minneapolis, MN. Sheryll was a devoted and loving mother to all of her children. She had a love for the outdoors and was...

January 9, 2024

Susan A. Wellman (née Jeppesen), age 91 of Brainerd and formerly of Hastings, died peacefully at Essentia Health-St. Joseph's Medical Center on Tuesday evening, January 9, 2024.

Susan Ann, the daughter of Ole and Anna (Jensen) Jeppesen, was born on June 26, 1932, in Bostick, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Everett Flom in...

January 8, 2024

Harry James Mathison, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 8, 2024, at the age of 79, in Hastings, MN. Born on November 30, 1944, in Edgerton, Wisconsin, Harry was the son of Harry Mathison and Olive Tann.

After graduating from high school, Harry bravely served his country as a member...

January 6, 2024

Michael "Mike" Recer, age 46 of Hastings, died peacefully just after bar close (2:07 a.m.) on Saturday morning, January 6, 2024.

Michael Ryan, the son of Timothy and Joyce (Galvin) Recer, was born on January 4, 1978, in Minneapolis. Recer attended Hastings High School where he played baseball and raced on the ski team, which...

January 6, 2024

Violet Nadean Carlson Age 95 of Apple Valley, born August 31, 1928 in Red Wing, MN to August and Hulda Applequist, passed away January 6, 2024. The second youngest of a large family of Scandinavian parents. Family unity was stressed. Even though a nursing career was never fulfilled, her need to help and care for some of her older siblings...

January 5, 2024

Wavinak, Mary Alyce

Age 77 of Rosemount, went to be with Jesus on January 5, 2024, surrounded by her children. Preceded in death by her amazing husband, James; parents, Art & Alyce Elfstrand; and sister, Lauren Olson. Survived by her children, Jamie (Dan) West and Samuel Wavinak; special grandson, Darren Gillis; brother, Mark (Rhonda) Elfstrand; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Mary...

January 4, 2024

Thomas "Tim" Serres, age 84 of Hastings, passed away after a courageous battle with COPD and a brief illness at Regina Medical Center surrounded by his family on January 4, 2024.

Thomas Serres, the son of Marcus and Ursula (Shannon) Serres was born on September 8, 1939 in Hastings and was raised in Etter, Minnesota....

January 4, 2024

Jennifer Jo Kleven

Age 59, of Eagan, unexpectedly passed away due to a recent injury. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert & Karen Kleven. Survived by brother, John (Kari); niece, Taylor; kitties, Sabrina and Sebastian, and dear relatives and friends. Celebration of Life 4:00- 7:00 PM, Mon., Jan. 15, at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple...

January 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gordon (Gordy) Gerlach, 76, of Hastings, on January 3, 2024, who peacefully passed away in his sleep at home.

Gordy was born on October 4, 1947, in Hastings, Minnesota. His parents, George and Armena Gerlach, had 4 children (Gary, Gordy, Mary, and Rita). In high school, he...

January 3, 2024

John W. Dachel, 66, of Hastings, passed away on January 3, 2024.

A 1975 graduate of Hastings High School, he dedicated many years to Smead and was an active member of the Eagles Club. John enjoyed playing Euchre with friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Nancy...

January 2, 2024

Dolores "Dee" E. Kochendorfer, age 95 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at Hastings Health & Senior Living on Tuesday, January 2 2024.

Dolores married the love of her life, Pudge, on June 4, 1949 in California and together they were blessed with 3 children. Dee enjoyed all the celebrations with her kids, grandchildren and great-grandchildren....

January 2, 2024

Genevieve "Jenny" Hoeschen, age 94 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on Tuesday morning, January 2, 2024.

Genevieve Marie, the daughter of John and Pearl (McCoy) Macheska, was born in Hastings on May 30, 1929. Following her education, Jenny was united in marriage to Jerome "Jerry" Hoeschen at Guardian Angels Catholic Church on September 29,...

December 31, 2023

Steven K. Meyer, age 75, a resident of Hastings, peacefully passed away at his home on December 31, 2023, surrounded by his loving children.

Born on May 18, 1948, in Luverne, Minnesota, Steve was the son of Lois and Robert Meyer. Raised on a farm near Magnolia, MN, he was one of seven siblings and...

December 31, 2023

Putnam, Patricia A. (Lucas)

Age 81 of Apple Valley, passed away Dec. 31, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.  She is preceded in death by husband, Larry; parents, Andrew & Hazel and sister, Marcia. Survived by sons, Michael and Ken; daughter, Wendy; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren and sister, Carol.  Visitation 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Wed., Jan. 10 at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary,...

December 30, 2023

Barbara J. Lutz, age 86, passed away Saturday morning, December 30, 2023 in Hastings, MN.

Barb was born on December 18, 1937 to parents John and Katherine Olson and was raised by her Italian grandparents in Eveleth, Minnesota. She enjoyed being on the Iron Range with all of her aunties, uncles and cousins. She dedicated...

December 30, 2023

Guerin, Pamela Jane

Age 65 of Eagan, passed away on 12/30/2023. Preceded by her mother, Georgia (Tom) Adkins; father, Edward Wille; sister, Connie Wille; brother, Jon Wille; and step-daughter, Danielle Guerin. Survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Kerry; daughters, Aimee (Josh Wald) Mateyka and Jennifer (Richard) Picone; step-son, Kristopher Guerin; step-daughter, Jennifer Villar Guerin; grandchildren, Madison, Tyler, Zachary, Kyle,...

December 29, 2023

Conrad, Gloria M. (Peterson)

Age 93 of Bloomington, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 29, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, George Conrad; son, Mark Peterson; sister, Mavis Hafstad; and her children’s father, Wesley Peterson. Survived by her children, Timothy (Kris) Peterson and Debra (Phil) Staat; 8 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Theodore (Evonne) Strand; many nieces, nephews, other...