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Pete Sherman Swanson

Pete Sherman Swanson

December 28, 2007

Survived by wife, Gladys of Hastings; children, Mark Swanson of Hastings; Lance Swanson of Hastings; Mary Ginger Swanson of Dallas, TX; Grant Swanson of Hastings; Pam Swanson (Brad Koster) of Barron, WI; Bonnie (Bruce) Whipple of Inver Grove Heights; Dianne Place of Coates; Roseann Swanson of Hastings and Angela Swanson (Rick Krammer) of Prescott, WI; 14 grandchildren; 3 great...

Oliver O. Koles

Oliver O. Koles

December 28, 2007

Koles, Oliver O. Age 93, of Burnsville. Retired Colonel from the Army, VA finance and insurance officer. Preceded in death by wife, Bernice. Survived by daughter, Joyce (John) Rooney; son, Bob (Karen) Koles; grandsons, Richard (Gretchen) Johnson, Joseph Johnson, Jeff (Michelle) Koles, Jim (Jenni) Koles; great-grandchildren, Mikayla, Kelsey, McKenzie and Rylan. Service Friday, 10 AM, Minnehaha United Methodist Church, 3701...

Edward M. Peine

Edward M. Peine

December 27, 2007

Edward M. Peine, age 88, of Hastings Died 12/27/07. Edward was born to Peter and Anna (nee Kimmes) Peine on January 13, 1919 in Miesville, MN. He married Bernadette M. Maher on October 12, 1943 in Lakeville, MN. He had worked as a farmer, on a road crew for the county, and as an equipment operator at 3-M Chemolite...

Jay E. Burke

Jay E. Burke

December 26, 2007

Burke, Jay E., age 52; of Hastings, died 12/26/07 following an over 20 year battle with cancer. Jay is survived by his loving wife Kaye; children Tom (Kris), Joyce (Josh), and Lucy; grandchildren Jaylene, Leah, Lily, Nathan, and Kenny. The funeral service will be held at 9:30 am Friday, December 28, 2007 at the CATURIA-SMIDT FUNERAL HOME, 201 E....

James P. Tix

James P. Tix

December 22, 2007

James P. Tix, age 71, of Hastings died unexpectedly on Saturday, December 22nd. He was preceded in death by his parents Matty and Ceal (Schanus) Tix. He is survived by his wife Marlene (Loesch) of Hastings, children Debby (Dan) Tix of Hastings, Pam (Bob) Strong of Buffalo, MN, Nancy (Paul )Alitz of Hastings, Terry Tix of Hastings Kathy (Dave)...

Janet Lee Shaw

Janet Lee Shaw

December 22, 2007

Janet L. Shaw; age 74; of Apple Valley, died 12/22/07. She had been a receptionist for the State of Nevada. Janet was preceded in death by parents, first husband Glen Sanders, second husband Bill Shaw, and son Walter Sanders. She is survived by children Judy Johnson of Hastings, Richard (Lucy) Sanders of New Prague, Timothy Sanders of St. Paul,...

Carolyn Rosene Frederickson

Carolyn Rosene Frederickson

December 22, 2007

Rosene, Carolyn (Fredricksen), age 96 of Minneapolis, born May 29, 1911 in Jamestown, ND, passed away December 22, 2007. Survived by children, Cherie (Clem) Cooper and Carlene (Dennis) Dater; grandchildren: Charles (Susan) Cooper, Mary (Steve) Weston, Ann (John) Empkey & Thomas (Julia) Cooper; seven great-grandchildren; the Rosene family; nieces; nephews; family and friends. Private memorial service.

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Veronica Gores Kummer

Veronica Gores Kummer

December 21, 2007

Survived by husband Martin; children Joe (Trudy) Gores, Jim (Carol) Gores, Mary (Don) Heiman, Joan (Dennis) Deutsch, Sue (Gary) Gunter, Lou (Mike) Lore, Joe (Barbara) Kummer, Bob (Sue) Kummer, Mike (Cindy) Kummer, Carol (Cy) Schmitz, Larry (Lisa) Kummer, Paul (Pat) Kummer, Mary (Gary) Rondeau, Jane (Pat) Schmitt & Barb (Ted) Kranz; 37 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; brother John Hoffmann; sisters...

Roger Edward Doom

Roger Edward Doom

December 21, 2007

Doom, Roger Edward 67, at his home in Apple Valley, where he was comforted during his final hours by family and friends. Born July 5, 1940, Roger joined his parents, Henry & Clare Doom and brother, Denis Doom on Dec. 21, 2007. He valued the importance of hard work and never forgot his upbringing in the rural MN farm life....

Russell C. Wiese

Russell C. Wiese

December 21, 2007

Wiese, Russell C., age 81, of Mpls. Member Teamsters. Retired employee Consolidated Freightways. Survived by wife, Grace; sons, LaMont (Betty), Bradford (Terry), Allen (Jane); daughter, Deborah (Brian) Gorman; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers & 3 sisters; nieces & nephews. Service Thursday, 2:30, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. with visitation 4-7 PM, Wednesday at the mortuary...

Richard Joseph Sina

Richard Joseph Sina

December 21, 2007

Sina Richard J. age 78 formerly of Minneapolis, born February 10, 1929 in Berlin, WI, passed away December 20, 2007. Richard retired from 3M where he worked with anti-static products. He is preceded in death by parents, Adam and Veronica, and sister, Leone Miller. Richard is survived by wife, Jean; children: Barbara Sina (Mark Hoffman), Sue (Chuck) Sieleni; Patty (Ben)...

Elaine Novak Keller

Elaine Novak Keller

December 20, 2007

Elaine Novak Keller, age 76 of Hastings died quietly Thursday, December 20, 2007 at Regina Medical Center in Hastings. Memorial Service Thursday, December 27, 2007 3:00PM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2035 15th St W Hastings. The arrangements are being handled by the Wise Family Funeral Home www.wisefamilyfh.com.

Iona L. Geiken

Iona L. Geiken

December 20, 2007

Geiken, Iona L.; age 91; of Hastings Died 12/20/07. Preceded by husband Robert H. Geiken and brother Eugene Norman. Survived by sons Maurice (Lois) Geiken, Dennis (Sue) Geiken, Robert J. (Beverly) Geiken; grandchildren Kent (Geri) Geiken, Patrick (Brenda) Geiken, Tami (Randy) Lee, Brenda (Steve) Capron, Robert A. (Korean) Geiken, Blaine (Kim) Geiken; also 11 great-grandchildren. The Funeral Service will...

William J. "Bill" Frost

William J. "Bill" Frost

December 20, 2007

William J. "Bill" Frost, died December 20, 2007 in Baltimore, MD. The Memorial Service for Bill will be held at the ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2035 W. 15th St. in Hastings on Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with a memorial gathering at the church 1 hour prior to the service. Arrangements are with the CATURIA-SMIDT...

Raymond W. Kolesar

Raymond W. Kolesar

December 20, 2007

Kolesar, Raymond W., age 90 of Mpls. Raymond enjoyed his cabin at Outing, MN, listening & watching the Twins and vikings and baking cookies at Christmas. He was a former Gamble-Skogmo employee. He is preceded in death by parents, Andrew & Anna Kolesar; brother, Andrew Jr.; niece, Frances Ann Glass. Survived by wife, Irene, of 65 years; brother and sister-in-law,...

Richard E. Rymer

Richard E. Rymer

December 19, 2007

Richard Edward Rymer, age 91, passed peacefully at Ruth Homes in Hastings, MN on Wednesday, December 19, 2007. Richard was born January 9, 1916 in Oconto, WI to Earl C. and Lillian (Richards) Rymer. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Ed and his wife Thora, nephew Randy, and sister Bernice Rymer. He is survived by his...

John N. Seidl Jr.

John N. Seidl Jr.

December 18, 2007

Seidl, John N. Jr.; age 75; of Hastings; died 12/18/07 at Bethesda Care Center in South St. Paul. John was born on May 21, 1932 to John�and Anna (Lang) Seidl. He was an avid outdoorsman and mentored many young people in hunting and fishing skills. John was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 brothers, Norman and Bill....

James Robert Hughes

James Robert Hughes

December 18, 2007

James Robert Hughes of Waltham, Massachusetts, died December 18 th, 2007. James was the son of Thomas J. Hughes and Florence (Hiniker) Hughes. He lived in Massachusetts all his life. He received an Associates Degree from Champlain College, attended Bentley College and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. James' interest was in Finance....

Paul A. Schoen

Paul A. Schoen

December 18, 2007

Died 12/18/07. Survived by wife Charlotte; daughters Pam (Dan) Hoeffel, LeAnne (Mike) Schumacher, Tara (Jeff) Hubbart; grandchildren Max, Sam, Kate, Jane Hoeffel, Megan, Ben, Ellie Schumacher, Hannah Lauren Hubbart; brother Peter (Elizabeth) Schoen. Memorial service 11am Friday at OUR SAVIOUR�S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 400 W. 9th St., Hastings, with gathering 1 hour prior to service. Private interment. Memorials preferred...

Robert Wayne Bleckinger

Robert Wayne Bleckinger

December 18, 2007

Bleckinger, Robert “Bob” Wayne 82, of Mpls., passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Dec. 18, 2007. Born in Mpls., MN. Served in the US Army during WWII. Bob was a successful business owner, having built and run Beauty Spot salons in Mpls. for 35 years. He enjoyed many longstanding relationships together with his wife, Luella, that were...

Pete Sherman Swanson

Pete Sherman Swanson

December 28, 2007

Survived by wife, Gladys of Hastings; children, Mark Swanson of Hastings; Lance Swanson of Hastings; Mary Ginger Swanson of Dallas, TX; Grant Swanson of Hastings; Pam Swanson (Brad Koster) of Barron, WI; Bonnie (Bruce) Whipple of Inver Grove Heights; Dianne Place of Coates; Roseann Swanson of Hastings and Angela Swanson (Rick Krammer) of Prescott, WI; 14 grandchildren; 3 great...

Oliver O. Koles

Oliver O. Koles

December 28, 2007

Koles, Oliver O. Age 93, of Burnsville. Retired Colonel from the Army, VA finance and insurance officer. Preceded in death by wife, Bernice. Survived by daughter, Joyce (John) Rooney; son, Bob (Karen) Koles; grandsons, Richard (Gretchen) Johnson, Joseph Johnson, Jeff (Michelle) Koles, Jim (Jenni) Koles; great-grandchildren, Mikayla, Kelsey, McKenzie and Rylan. Service Friday, 10 AM, Minnehaha United Methodist Church, 3701...

Edward M. Peine

Edward M. Peine

December 27, 2007

Edward M. Peine, age 88, of Hastings Died 12/27/07. Edward was born to Peter and Anna (nee Kimmes) Peine on January 13, 1919 in Miesville, MN. He married Bernadette M. Maher on October 12, 1943 in Lakeville, MN. He had worked as a farmer, on a road crew for the county, and as an equipment operator at 3-M Chemolite...

Jay E. Burke

Jay E. Burke

December 26, 2007

Burke, Jay E., age 52; of Hastings, died 12/26/07 following an over 20 year battle with cancer. Jay is survived by his loving wife Kaye; children Tom (Kris), Joyce (Josh), and Lucy; grandchildren Jaylene, Leah, Lily, Nathan, and Kenny. The funeral service will be held at 9:30 am Friday, December 28, 2007 at the CATURIA-SMIDT FUNERAL HOME, 201 E....

James P. Tix

James P. Tix

December 22, 2007

James P. Tix, age 71, of Hastings died unexpectedly on Saturday, December 22nd. He was preceded in death by his parents Matty and Ceal (Schanus) Tix. He is survived by his wife Marlene (Loesch) of Hastings, children Debby (Dan) Tix of Hastings, Pam (Bob) Strong of Buffalo, MN, Nancy (Paul )Alitz of Hastings, Terry Tix of Hastings Kathy (Dave)...

Janet Lee Shaw

Janet Lee Shaw

December 22, 2007

Janet L. Shaw; age 74; of Apple Valley, died 12/22/07. She had been a receptionist for the State of Nevada. Janet was preceded in death by parents, first husband Glen Sanders, second husband Bill Shaw, and son Walter Sanders. She is survived by children Judy Johnson of Hastings, Richard (Lucy) Sanders of New Prague, Timothy Sanders of St. Paul,...

Carolyn Rosene Frederickson

Carolyn Rosene Frederickson

December 22, 2007

Rosene, Carolyn (Fredricksen), age 96 of Minneapolis, born May 29, 1911 in Jamestown, ND, passed away December 22, 2007. Survived by children, Cherie (Clem) Cooper and Carlene (Dennis) Dater; grandchildren: Charles (Susan) Cooper, Mary (Steve) Weston, Ann (John) Empkey & Thomas (Julia) Cooper; seven great-grandchildren; the Rosene family; nieces; nephews; family and friends. Private memorial service.

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Veronica Gores Kummer

Veronica Gores Kummer

December 21, 2007

Survived by husband Martin; children Joe (Trudy) Gores, Jim (Carol) Gores, Mary (Don) Heiman, Joan (Dennis) Deutsch, Sue (Gary) Gunter, Lou (Mike) Lore, Joe (Barbara) Kummer, Bob (Sue) Kummer, Mike (Cindy) Kummer, Carol (Cy) Schmitz, Larry (Lisa) Kummer, Paul (Pat) Kummer, Mary (Gary) Rondeau, Jane (Pat) Schmitt & Barb (Ted) Kranz; 37 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; brother John Hoffmann; sisters...

Roger Edward Doom

Roger Edward Doom

December 21, 2007

Doom, Roger Edward 67, at his home in Apple Valley, where he was comforted during his final hours by family and friends. Born July 5, 1940, Roger joined his parents, Henry & Clare Doom and brother, Denis Doom on Dec. 21, 2007. He valued the importance of hard work and never forgot his upbringing in the rural MN farm life....

Russell C. Wiese

Russell C. Wiese

December 21, 2007

Wiese, Russell C., age 81, of Mpls. Member Teamsters. Retired employee Consolidated Freightways. Survived by wife, Grace; sons, LaMont (Betty), Bradford (Terry), Allen (Jane); daughter, Deborah (Brian) Gorman; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers & 3 sisters; nieces & nephews. Service Thursday, 2:30, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. with visitation 4-7 PM, Wednesday at the mortuary...

Richard Joseph Sina

Richard Joseph Sina

December 21, 2007

Sina Richard J. age 78 formerly of Minneapolis, born February 10, 1929 in Berlin, WI, passed away December 20, 2007. Richard retired from 3M where he worked with anti-static products. He is preceded in death by parents, Adam and Veronica, and sister, Leone Miller. Richard is survived by wife, Jean; children: Barbara Sina (Mark Hoffman), Sue (Chuck) Sieleni; Patty (Ben)...

Elaine Novak Keller

Elaine Novak Keller

December 20, 2007

Elaine Novak Keller, age 76 of Hastings died quietly Thursday, December 20, 2007 at Regina Medical Center in Hastings. Memorial Service Thursday, December 27, 2007 3:00PM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2035 15th St W Hastings. The arrangements are being handled by the Wise Family Funeral Home www.wisefamilyfh.com.

Iona L. Geiken

Iona L. Geiken

December 20, 2007

Geiken, Iona L.; age 91; of Hastings Died 12/20/07. Preceded by husband Robert H. Geiken and brother Eugene Norman. Survived by sons Maurice (Lois) Geiken, Dennis (Sue) Geiken, Robert J. (Beverly) Geiken; grandchildren Kent (Geri) Geiken, Patrick (Brenda) Geiken, Tami (Randy) Lee, Brenda (Steve) Capron, Robert A. (Korean) Geiken, Blaine (Kim) Geiken; also 11 great-grandchildren. The Funeral Service will...

William J. "Bill" Frost

William J. "Bill" Frost

December 20, 2007

William J. "Bill" Frost, died December 20, 2007 in Baltimore, MD. The Memorial Service for Bill will be held at the ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2035 W. 15th St. in Hastings on Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with a memorial gathering at the church 1 hour prior to the service. Arrangements are with the CATURIA-SMIDT...

Raymond W. Kolesar

Raymond W. Kolesar

December 20, 2007

Kolesar, Raymond W., age 90 of Mpls. Raymond enjoyed his cabin at Outing, MN, listening & watching the Twins and vikings and baking cookies at Christmas. He was a former Gamble-Skogmo employee. He is preceded in death by parents, Andrew & Anna Kolesar; brother, Andrew Jr.; niece, Frances Ann Glass. Survived by wife, Irene, of 65 years; brother and sister-in-law,...

Richard E. Rymer

Richard E. Rymer

December 19, 2007

Richard Edward Rymer, age 91, passed peacefully at Ruth Homes in Hastings, MN on Wednesday, December 19, 2007. Richard was born January 9, 1916 in Oconto, WI to Earl C. and Lillian (Richards) Rymer. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Ed and his wife Thora, nephew Randy, and sister Bernice Rymer. He is survived by his...

John N. Seidl Jr.

John N. Seidl Jr.

December 18, 2007

Seidl, John N. Jr.; age 75; of Hastings; died 12/18/07 at Bethesda Care Center in South St. Paul. John was born on May 21, 1932 to John�and Anna (Lang) Seidl. He was an avid outdoorsman and mentored many young people in hunting and fishing skills. John was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 brothers, Norman and Bill....

James Robert Hughes

James Robert Hughes

December 18, 2007

James Robert Hughes of Waltham, Massachusetts, died December 18 th, 2007. James was the son of Thomas J. Hughes and Florence (Hiniker) Hughes. He lived in Massachusetts all his life. He received an Associates Degree from Champlain College, attended Bentley College and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. James' interest was in Finance....

Paul A. Schoen

Paul A. Schoen

December 18, 2007

Died 12/18/07. Survived by wife Charlotte; daughters Pam (Dan) Hoeffel, LeAnne (Mike) Schumacher, Tara (Jeff) Hubbart; grandchildren Max, Sam, Kate, Jane Hoeffel, Megan, Ben, Ellie Schumacher, Hannah Lauren Hubbart; brother Peter (Elizabeth) Schoen. Memorial service 11am Friday at OUR SAVIOUR�S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 400 W. 9th St., Hastings, with gathering 1 hour prior to service. Private interment. Memorials preferred...

Robert Wayne Bleckinger

Robert Wayne Bleckinger

December 18, 2007

Bleckinger, Robert “Bob” Wayne 82, of Mpls., passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Dec. 18, 2007. Born in Mpls., MN. Served in the US Army during WWII. Bob was a successful business owner, having built and run Beauty Spot salons in Mpls. for 35 years. He enjoyed many longstanding relationships together with his wife, Luella, that were...

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