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Helen  Ann Leifeld

Helen Ann Leifeld

November 14, 2023

Helen A. Leifeld (Kaiser), age 90, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 14, 2023, just 5 days short of her birthday in Rochester, Minnesota.

Helen was born on November 19, 1932 to Grace and William Kaiser. She was united in marriage to Leo Joseph Leifeld on October 18, 1952 at St. Joseph's Church in Red Wing,...

Clarence Everett Robinson

Clarence Everett Robinson

November 13, 2023

Clarence "Rob" Robinson, 96, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away on November 13, 2023 with his family by his side.

Rob was born on February 14, 1927, in Hastings to Mina (Foster) and George Robinson. He was a lifelong resident and business owner of Robinson Transfer in Hastings, and a proud service member and supporter of...

Sharon R.  Murray

Sharon R. Murray

November 12, 2023

Sharon Rae Murray, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday morning November 12, 2023.

Sharon Rae was born on March 10, 1939 to parents Raymond and Eleanor Stevens. Shortly after finishing High School she married the love of her life, Warren Murray, at Guardian Angels Church on March 2, 1957....

Jerome L. Melhouse

Jerome L. Melhouse

November 12, 2023

Melhouse, Jerome L.

Age 76 of Burnsville, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 12, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents, Helmer & Mabel; siblings, Dennis, Joyce, Marlis, Ronald, Arvid, Marvin, Jerel, and Jerry. Survived by his 9 nieces and nephews; 12 great-nieces and nephews; 9 great-great-nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Eva Melhouse; many other family and friends. He was...

Bruce Edward Reikowski

Bruce Edward Reikowski

November 12, 2023

Bruce Edward Reikowski

age 75 of Apple Valley, passed peacefully from this life surrounded by family on Sun., Nov. 12, 2023 after a sudden illness. He was born Nov. 3, 1948 in West Allis, WI to Conrad & Elizabeth (née McCabe) Reikowski. Bruce attended UW – River Falls where he met his wife, Paulette “Polly” Gergen. They were married in Hastings,...

Michael "Mike" J.  Serres

Michael "Mike" J. Serres

November 5, 2023

It is with immense sadness in our hearts to announce that Michael J. Serres, age 57 of Hampton, passed away unexpectedly at Regina Hospital in Hastings on Sunday afternoon, November 5, 2023.

Mike was born on November 9, 1965, to Donald and Patricia Serres in Red Wing, MN. He graduated from Hastings High School, and...

Kay E.  Gudmunson

Kay E. Gudmunson

November 5, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce Kay E. Gudmunson, age 79, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away at home on November 5, 2023. She was born on October 14, 1944 to Ellen and Charles Colombo. On June 27, 1970, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Leonard Gudmunson, and they were blessed with 3...

Marguerite C. Taylor

Marguerite C. Taylor

November 5, 2023

Marguerite C. Taylor, Age 78 of Minneapolis, born June 25, 1945 in Minneapolis to William and Dorothy Connoy, passed away peacefully, November 5, 2023. Marguerite (affectionately known as “The Kissing Grandma”) was a devoted mother and grandmother. Nothing gave her more pleasure in life than to be surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She brought her unconditional love and laughter...

Earl Monroe Thompson

Earl Monroe Thompson

November 5, 2023

Thompson, Earl Monroe

Age 50 of Brooklyn Park, passed away on Nov. 5, 2023, after a courageous and hard-fought 22-month battle with cancer. Survived by his daughter, Madi Shae (Micah) Johnson; grandchildren, Jericho and Eden; parents, Judy and Tom Barott; brother, Ryan Barott; longtime friend and roommate, Vicki Occhino; as well as many other family and friends. To know Earl was...

Lynn B. Lucas

Lynn B. Lucas

November 4, 2023

Lynn B. Lucas (Bisson), age 68, of Hastings passed away after a 3.5 year struggle with pancreatic cancer on November 4, 2023. We remember Lynn as a strong, resilient, and independent woman who survived the death of her son, lived with cancer, and celebrated life with grace, dignity, and style.

Although grim, Lynn acknowledged her...

Barbara A. Schauer

Barbara A. Schauer

November 4, 2023

Barbara A. Schauer

Age 84 of Apple Valley, born Christmas Day, 1938 in Glencoe, MN to Edward & Dorothy Zarnke, passed away peacefully, November 4, 2023 in Apple Valley, MN.

Barb worked for Northwest Airlines for nearly 33 years and then at Eastview HS in the lunchroom. She was a member and past president of Apple Valley American Legion Auxiliary Post 1776...

Loren Bauer

Loren Bauer

November 1, 2023

Loren P. Bauer, a lifelong resident and farmer in Hastings, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday morning, November 1, 2023, at the age of 89.

Loren Peter, the son of Frank and Cathryn (Greten) Bauer, was born on June 22, 1934, in Hastings, and lived at the family farm until his...

Jonathan  William Hanson

Jonathan William Hanson

October 30, 2023

We are deeply saddened to share news that Jonathan died at the age of 25.

Jon never met a stranger and would help absolutely anyone. Family was everything for him. He enjoyed helping on the family horse farm, doing anything and everything with his Grandpa as well as hunting, fishing and hanging out with friends....

Evelyn R. Wilson

Evelyn R. Wilson

October 29, 2023

Evelyn R. Wilson, age 92 of Hastings, died peacefully at Regina Senior Living on Sunday morning, October 29, 2023.

Evelyn Rosella, the daughter of John and Veronica (Schaak) Biskupski, was born on December 1, 1930, in Hastings. Following her education, Evelyn was united in marriage to Eugene Wilson February 7, 1948. Evelyn enjoyed going for...

Michael Lee Zinter

Michael Lee Zinter

October 28, 2023

Michael Lee Zinter, 54 of Lakeville MN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 28, 2023. Mike was born on April 17, 1969 to Jay and Nancy Zinter. He married the love of his life Angela Lindorfer on October 28, 2000. They shared 23 loving years of marriage. He was blessed with two beautiful girls that were...

James P. Maher

James P. Maher

October 26, 2023

James P. Maher, age 77, of Hastings passed away October 26, 2023.

Jim worked for the city of Hastings Fire Department. He started as a volunteer in 1968, and he was hired as a full time fire fighter and EMT. He was the Assistant Fire Chief and active Fire Chief for six months. After that,...

Patrick A. Mancino

Patrick A. Mancino

October 26, 2023

Patrick A. Mancino, age 69, passed away at his home on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

Patrick was born on June 4, 1954 to parents Samuel and Theo (Carton) Mancino. He was a very skilled handy man and often enjoyed fixing up and doing various projects for his family. He liked to craft and repair jewelry,...

Monica L. Stokvis

Monica L. Stokvis

October 26, 2023

Monica Lee Stokvis,

Age 61 of South Minneapolis, born December 20, 1961, in Minneapolis to Jerome “Jerry” & Erika Hellerstedt, passed away October 26, 2023, with her niece at her side.

Monica will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 34 years, Gary Stokvis; mother, Erika Legler-Hellerstedt; stepsons, Gary Jr. and Tony (Kristy) Stokvis; grandchildren: Keegan, Kinsley and Keeley; sister, Marlene...

Doris Irene Richards

Doris Irene Richards

October 24, 2023

Doris Irene Richards, 93 years old, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023. She was born April 14, 1930 in Meekers Grove, WI. She is preceded in death by her husband Duane, her parents Benjamin and Lillie (Riege) Pascoe, sisters Lillian Vey Pascoe and Lucille Zweifel.

Her earlier years were spent on...

Jeffrey "Jeff" L. Lothenbach

Jeffrey "Jeff" L. Lothenbach

October 22, 2023

With our deepest sorrows, we announce that Jeffrey Lee "Couch" Lothenbach, beloved son, brother and favorite uncle, passed away on October 22nd, 2023 at the age of 40.

Jeff will be missed every day by his parents, Donald Lothenbach, Kathy (Marc) Lothenbach, brother Bryan (Kristina) Schultz, sisters Amy (Tim) Wenskaug, and Tracy (Justin) Lohmann, nieces...

Helen  Ann Leifeld

Helen Ann Leifeld

November 14, 2023

Helen A. Leifeld (Kaiser), age 90, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 14, 2023, just 5 days short of her birthday in Rochester, Minnesota.

Helen was born on November 19, 1932 to Grace and William Kaiser. She was united in marriage to Leo Joseph Leifeld on October 18, 1952 at St. Joseph's Church in Red Wing,...

Clarence Everett Robinson

Clarence Everett Robinson

November 13, 2023

Clarence "Rob" Robinson, 96, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away on November 13, 2023 with his family by his side.

Rob was born on February 14, 1927, in Hastings to Mina (Foster) and George Robinson. He was a lifelong resident and business owner of Robinson Transfer in Hastings, and a proud service member and supporter of...

Sharon R.  Murray

Sharon R. Murray

November 12, 2023

Sharon Rae Murray, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday morning November 12, 2023.

Sharon Rae was born on March 10, 1939 to parents Raymond and Eleanor Stevens. Shortly after finishing High School she married the love of her life, Warren Murray, at Guardian Angels Church on March 2, 1957....

Jerome L. Melhouse

Jerome L. Melhouse

November 12, 2023

Melhouse, Jerome L.

Age 76 of Burnsville, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 12, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents, Helmer & Mabel; siblings, Dennis, Joyce, Marlis, Ronald, Arvid, Marvin, Jerel, and Jerry. Survived by his 9 nieces and nephews; 12 great-nieces and nephews; 9 great-great-nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Eva Melhouse; many other family and friends. He was...

Bruce Edward Reikowski

Bruce Edward Reikowski

November 12, 2023

Bruce Edward Reikowski

age 75 of Apple Valley, passed peacefully from this life surrounded by family on Sun., Nov. 12, 2023 after a sudden illness. He was born Nov. 3, 1948 in West Allis, WI to Conrad & Elizabeth (née McCabe) Reikowski. Bruce attended UW – River Falls where he met his wife, Paulette “Polly” Gergen. They were married in Hastings,...

Michael "Mike" J.  Serres

Michael "Mike" J. Serres

November 5, 2023

It is with immense sadness in our hearts to announce that Michael J. Serres, age 57 of Hampton, passed away unexpectedly at Regina Hospital in Hastings on Sunday afternoon, November 5, 2023.

Mike was born on November 9, 1965, to Donald and Patricia Serres in Red Wing, MN. He graduated from Hastings High School, and...

Kay E.  Gudmunson

Kay E. Gudmunson

November 5, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce Kay E. Gudmunson, age 79, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away at home on November 5, 2023. She was born on October 14, 1944 to Ellen and Charles Colombo. On June 27, 1970, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Leonard Gudmunson, and they were blessed with 3...

Marguerite C. Taylor

Marguerite C. Taylor

November 5, 2023

Marguerite C. Taylor, Age 78 of Minneapolis, born June 25, 1945 in Minneapolis to William and Dorothy Connoy, passed away peacefully, November 5, 2023. Marguerite (affectionately known as “The Kissing Grandma”) was a devoted mother and grandmother. Nothing gave her more pleasure in life than to be surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She brought her unconditional love and laughter...

Earl Monroe Thompson

Earl Monroe Thompson

November 5, 2023

Thompson, Earl Monroe

Age 50 of Brooklyn Park, passed away on Nov. 5, 2023, after a courageous and hard-fought 22-month battle with cancer. Survived by his daughter, Madi Shae (Micah) Johnson; grandchildren, Jericho and Eden; parents, Judy and Tom Barott; brother, Ryan Barott; longtime friend and roommate, Vicki Occhino; as well as many other family and friends. To know Earl was...

Lynn B. Lucas

Lynn B. Lucas

November 4, 2023

Lynn B. Lucas (Bisson), age 68, of Hastings passed away after a 3.5 year struggle with pancreatic cancer on November 4, 2023. We remember Lynn as a strong, resilient, and independent woman who survived the death of her son, lived with cancer, and celebrated life with grace, dignity, and style.

Although grim, Lynn acknowledged her...

Barbara A. Schauer

Barbara A. Schauer

November 4, 2023

Barbara A. Schauer

Age 84 of Apple Valley, born Christmas Day, 1938 in Glencoe, MN to Edward & Dorothy Zarnke, passed away peacefully, November 4, 2023 in Apple Valley, MN.

Barb worked for Northwest Airlines for nearly 33 years and then at Eastview HS in the lunchroom. She was a member and past president of Apple Valley American Legion Auxiliary Post 1776...

Loren Bauer

Loren Bauer

November 1, 2023

Loren P. Bauer, a lifelong resident and farmer in Hastings, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday morning, November 1, 2023, at the age of 89.

Loren Peter, the son of Frank and Cathryn (Greten) Bauer, was born on June 22, 1934, in Hastings, and lived at the family farm until his...

Jonathan  William Hanson

Jonathan William Hanson

October 30, 2023

We are deeply saddened to share news that Jonathan died at the age of 25.

Jon never met a stranger and would help absolutely anyone. Family was everything for him. He enjoyed helping on the family horse farm, doing anything and everything with his Grandpa as well as hunting, fishing and hanging out with friends....

Evelyn R. Wilson

Evelyn R. Wilson

October 29, 2023

Evelyn R. Wilson, age 92 of Hastings, died peacefully at Regina Senior Living on Sunday morning, October 29, 2023.

Evelyn Rosella, the daughter of John and Veronica (Schaak) Biskupski, was born on December 1, 1930, in Hastings. Following her education, Evelyn was united in marriage to Eugene Wilson February 7, 1948. Evelyn enjoyed going for...

Michael Lee Zinter

Michael Lee Zinter

October 28, 2023

Michael Lee Zinter, 54 of Lakeville MN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 28, 2023. Mike was born on April 17, 1969 to Jay and Nancy Zinter. He married the love of his life Angela Lindorfer on October 28, 2000. They shared 23 loving years of marriage. He was blessed with two beautiful girls that were...

James P. Maher

James P. Maher

October 26, 2023

James P. Maher, age 77, of Hastings passed away October 26, 2023.

Jim worked for the city of Hastings Fire Department. He started as a volunteer in 1968, and he was hired as a full time fire fighter and EMT. He was the Assistant Fire Chief and active Fire Chief for six months. After that,...

Patrick A. Mancino

Patrick A. Mancino

October 26, 2023

Patrick A. Mancino, age 69, passed away at his home on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

Patrick was born on June 4, 1954 to parents Samuel and Theo (Carton) Mancino. He was a very skilled handy man and often enjoyed fixing up and doing various projects for his family. He liked to craft and repair jewelry,...

Monica L. Stokvis

Monica L. Stokvis

October 26, 2023

Monica Lee Stokvis,

Age 61 of South Minneapolis, born December 20, 1961, in Minneapolis to Jerome “Jerry” & Erika Hellerstedt, passed away October 26, 2023, with her niece at her side.

Monica will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 34 years, Gary Stokvis; mother, Erika Legler-Hellerstedt; stepsons, Gary Jr. and Tony (Kristy) Stokvis; grandchildren: Keegan, Kinsley and Keeley; sister, Marlene...

Doris Irene Richards

Doris Irene Richards

October 24, 2023

Doris Irene Richards, 93 years old, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023. She was born April 14, 1930 in Meekers Grove, WI. She is preceded in death by her husband Duane, her parents Benjamin and Lillie (Riege) Pascoe, sisters Lillian Vey Pascoe and Lucille Zweifel.

Her earlier years were spent on...

Jeffrey "Jeff" L. Lothenbach

Jeffrey "Jeff" L. Lothenbach

October 22, 2023

With our deepest sorrows, we announce that Jeffrey Lee "Couch" Lothenbach, beloved son, brother and favorite uncle, passed away on October 22nd, 2023 at the age of 40.

Jeff will be missed every day by his parents, Donald Lothenbach, Kathy (Marc) Lothenbach, brother Bryan (Kristina) Schultz, sisters Amy (Tim) Wenskaug, and Tracy (Justin) Lohmann, nieces...

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