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Obituaries for Starkson Family

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Solveig L. Zocher

Solveig L. Zocher

November 18, 2005

Zocher, Solveig “Sandy” L., nee Benson, age 71, of Richfield. Solveig has gone to be with the Lord. Preceded in death by parents, Bernard & Ethel Benson; sisters, Harriet, Marilyn and Mary; and brother, Bernard. Survived by her loving husband, Winthrop of 52 years; her five children, Janet (Randy Johnson), Bradley (Mary Jo Hagen), Dawn Nelson (Steve Manoleff), Brent (Lisa),...

Richard Baron Lee

Richard Baron Lee

November 15, 2005

Lee, Richard “Dick” Baron of Apple Valley. Died instantly on November 15. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest & Margaret (Sletten) Lee; and a brother, Eugene. Dick will be profoundly missed by his wife of 40 years, Dorothy (Epple); son, Brian R. (Jennifer), grandsons, Nicholas and Jeremy; daughter, Dawn M. Ziegler (Bradley), grandchildren, Kiersten and Brennan Ziegler;...

Mary E. Koench

Mary E. Koench

November 14, 2005

Koenck, Mary E. (Kivisto, Aubuchon) age 68, of Hopkins. Survived by children, Sheila Denne, June Aubuchon, Andrew Aubuchon and Joan Cook; 5 grandchildren; 1 great granddaughter; sisters, Evelyn Barber and Elsa Ames. Memorial service Saturday 2 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S.

Burial Date November 19, 2005

Hugh P. Parks

Hugh P. Parks

November 13, 2005

Parks, Hugh P., age 65, of Mpls. Employee of Rosemount/Emerson Corp., active in Morris Park Players, Theatre in the Round and Park Square Theatre. Survived by wife, Sally; children, Natalie (Charles) Stenger and Douglas Peters; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, 5 sisters, nieces & nephews. Service Thursday 3PM, Lebanon Lutheran Church, 36th St. & 21st Ave. S. Visitation...

Robert H. Newton

Robert H. Newton

November 12, 2005

Newton, Robert H. Husband, Dad and Grandpa, age 67, of Eagan, MN. Preceded in death by his parents, Harold & Anetta Newton. Survived by wife, Lorraine; son, Thomas (Debra) Newton; daughter, Terrie (Steve) VandenBosch; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Katie, John and Melissa; sisters, Shirley (Mac) McDonough, Sally (Richard) Taverna; stepbrothers, Richard (Charlene) Schulze, Harvey Schulze, Gordon (Gerri) Schulze; stepmother, Norene Newton, and...

Leroy R. Beyer

Leroy R. Beyer

November 12, 2005

BEYER, LEROY R., age 76 of Mpls. Survived by wife, Patricia A.; children, Debora (Ron) Kuharski, Karen Beyer, Steven (Tara), William, John and JoAnn Beyer; 10 grandchildren. Service Wednesday 11am, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation Tuesday 5-8 PM. Interment Ft. Snelling.

Burial Date November 16, 2005

John E. Nylander

John E. Nylander

November 9, 2005

Nylander, John E. age 82 of Mpls. Preceded in death by daughters, Beth & Polly. Member Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church. Survived by wife, Gladys; daughters, Lynn, Jan, Patti, Sharon and Lori; grandchildren, Billy, Tommy, Julie, Marina, Jessica, Joe, Jenni & John; great-grandson, William; sister, Edith Thompson. Service Saturday 2 PM, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 36th & Hennepin Ave. Visitation 1/2 hour...

Jason D. Vanbeck

Jason D. Vanbeck

November 9, 2005

VanBeck, Jason D. “Jay Jay” “Jay Bird” age 27, of Eagan. Our dear son loved deer hunting, hockey, basketball, baseball, football, softball, fishing and what a good fisherman he was. Even though he was a small fry, do not under estimate his speed. He was an awesome left fielder. He was so loving and caring and will be missed so...

Robert Anthony Dowzak

Robert Anthony Dowzak

November 8, 2005

Dowzak, Robert Anthony Born May 3, 1935 to Edward J. & Catherine Kloeppel Dowzak in Breckenridge, MN. He was confirmed at St. Albert Church in Whapeton High School. Robert attended Valley City State Teacher’s College before joining the Army. He served during the Korean Conflict stationed in Alaska. Upon completion of his tour he attended St. Cloud State University. Robert...

Edward Rebischke

Edward Rebischke

November 5, 2005

Rebischke, Edward Age 78, of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Lois; siblings, Alma, August, Hulda, Roland and Herbert. survived by siblings, Julius, Alfrieda, Kurt and Herman; nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends. Service Thursday, 11 am, Faith Lutheran Church, 51st St. &35th Ave. S. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Hillside.

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Ole M. Stordalen

Ole M. Stordalen

October 28, 2005

Stordalen, Ole M. age 91, passed away at his home in Mpls on Oct. 28, 2005. Born Sept. 13, 1914 in Kongsberg, Norway. Preceded in death by his wife, Sigrid Kiran Stordalen; parents, Karl & Jorgina Stordalen and sister, Gudren Hanssen. He was a Charter member of the Kontakt Club and a Honorary member of the Norwegian Glee Club. Loving...

Allison Hope Voight

Allison Hope Voight

October 28, 2005

Voight, Allison Hope 8 month old infant daughter of Eric & Kathryn Voight of Downingtown, PA, passed away Monday, Oct. 24, 2005 at DuPont Children’s Hospital, Wilmington, DE. She is survived by parents; brother, Josiah; grandparents, Tracy Marsh, Clyde Haerle and Allan & Linda Voight; gt-grandparents, Carl & Rosemarie Voight and Duane & Elsie Dahnert; and many loving aunts, uncles...

Johanna M. Schroeder

Johanna M. Schroeder

October 26, 2005

Johanna M. Schroeder Schroeder, Johanna M. age 86, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away the evening of October 26, 2005. She was born on October 10, 1919 in Hameln, Germany. She came to the United States in 1956, lived most of her life in Milwaukee, WI and later years in Florida. Most recently residing in Burnsville, MN. Husband, Hans Schroeder,...

Gladys E. Michaelis

Gladys E. Michaelis

October 25, 2005

Michaelis, Gladys E. age 91, of S. Mpls. Born in Stockholm, WI. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Vernon and son, Dennis. Survived by son, Doug (Becky); daughter, Deb (Mike) Berg; grandchildren, Dustin and Cassie; sisters, Clarice, Elvera, Evelyn, Doris, Betty; brother, Reynold; many nieces and nephews. Services 11AM Saturday at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., with...

June L. Hawkinson

June L. Hawkinson

October 25, 2005

Hawkinson, June L. age 76 of Minneapolis, born October 5, 1929 in Lime Springs, Iowa, passed away October 25, 2005. Preceded in death by daughter, Lindsay Lee. Survived by loving husband, Edmund; sons, David and Tony (Dena) Hawkinson; grandchildren: Amanda, Alyssa and Austin; sister, Lois McCleary; family and friends. Visitation, 5-8 PM, Thursday, Oct. 27, at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary,...

Cassie M. Ufken

Cassie M. Ufken

October 25, 2005

Cassie M. Ufken, Loving Wife, Mom, Grandma, Sister, Daughter, age 54, of Apple Valley. Born June 10, 1951 in Marshall, MN, passed away on October 25, 2005 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Preceded in death by mother- in-law, Carole Ufken. She will be deeply missed by husband, Greg; daughters, Melissa Hanson (Lynn), Marcie DeLuca (John); grandchildren, Connor and...

Joyce C. Cobb

Joyce C. Cobb

October 24, 2005

Joyce C. Cobb

Cobb, Joyce C. age 57, of Rosemount. Passed away after a 3 1/2 year battle with lymphoma. Joyce was an ESL teacher in Farmington since 1993. Funeral service Thurs 5 PM at Chapel Hill Church, 4888 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, with her visitation from 3-5 PM at the Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Chapel Hill...

Margaret E. Bjorklund

Margaret E. Bjorklund

October 21, 2005

Bjorklund (Blume), Margaret “Marge”, age 81, of Mpls., on 10/21/05 at Redeemer Residence. Preceded in death by husband, Lawrence; parents, Frederick & Martha (Wolfe) Blume; 3 brothers & 3 sisters. Retired employee of Children’s Home Society. Survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews. Service Saturday 11 AM, Zion Lutheran Church 56th & Chicago Ave. Visitation one hour before service. Interment...

Audrey L. Docken

Audrey L. Docken

October 21, 2005

Docken, Audrey L., age 80, of Burnsville. Preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Lloyd “Doc”. Survived by sons, Tom (Nancy) and Ron (Terri); grandchildren, Chris, Corey, Aaron and Laura; brother, Charles Stenvig. Service Wed., 12 noon, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S. and 1/2 hour prior to service. Memorials to donor’s choice.

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Joy R. Seehusen

Joy R. Seehusen

October 18, 2005

Seehusen, Joy R., age 78, of Rosemount, born March 1, 1927 in Boy River, MN, passed away October 18, 2005. She was preceded in death by daughters, Ann Carley and Candace Nordstrom. Joy is survived by her husband, Roy; daughters, Cheri (Mike) Finley and Cindy (Al) Berg; grandchildren, Michelle, Christine, Carine, Angela, Dawn, Ange, J.R. and Brandon; 7 great-grandchildren; sister,...

Solveig L. Zocher

Solveig L. Zocher

November 18, 2005

Zocher, Solveig “Sandy” L., nee Benson, age 71, of Richfield. Solveig has gone to be with the Lord. Preceded in death by parents, Bernard & Ethel Benson; sisters, Harriet, Marilyn and Mary; and brother, Bernard. Survived by her loving husband, Winthrop of 52 years; her five children, Janet (Randy Johnson), Bradley (Mary Jo Hagen), Dawn Nelson (Steve Manoleff), Brent (Lisa),...

Richard Baron Lee

Richard Baron Lee

November 15, 2005

Lee, Richard “Dick” Baron of Apple Valley. Died instantly on November 15. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest & Margaret (Sletten) Lee; and a brother, Eugene. Dick will be profoundly missed by his wife of 40 years, Dorothy (Epple); son, Brian R. (Jennifer), grandsons, Nicholas and Jeremy; daughter, Dawn M. Ziegler (Bradley), grandchildren, Kiersten and Brennan Ziegler;...

Mary E. Koench

Mary E. Koench

November 14, 2005

Koenck, Mary E. (Kivisto, Aubuchon) age 68, of Hopkins. Survived by children, Sheila Denne, June Aubuchon, Andrew Aubuchon and Joan Cook; 5 grandchildren; 1 great granddaughter; sisters, Evelyn Barber and Elsa Ames. Memorial service Saturday 2 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S.

Burial Date November 19, 2005

Hugh P. Parks

Hugh P. Parks

November 13, 2005

Parks, Hugh P., age 65, of Mpls. Employee of Rosemount/Emerson Corp., active in Morris Park Players, Theatre in the Round and Park Square Theatre. Survived by wife, Sally; children, Natalie (Charles) Stenger and Douglas Peters; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, 5 sisters, nieces & nephews. Service Thursday 3PM, Lebanon Lutheran Church, 36th St. & 21st Ave. S. Visitation...

Robert H. Newton

Robert H. Newton

November 12, 2005

Newton, Robert H. Husband, Dad and Grandpa, age 67, of Eagan, MN. Preceded in death by his parents, Harold & Anetta Newton. Survived by wife, Lorraine; son, Thomas (Debra) Newton; daughter, Terrie (Steve) VandenBosch; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Katie, John and Melissa; sisters, Shirley (Mac) McDonough, Sally (Richard) Taverna; stepbrothers, Richard (Charlene) Schulze, Harvey Schulze, Gordon (Gerri) Schulze; stepmother, Norene Newton, and...

Leroy R. Beyer

Leroy R. Beyer

November 12, 2005

BEYER, LEROY R., age 76 of Mpls. Survived by wife, Patricia A.; children, Debora (Ron) Kuharski, Karen Beyer, Steven (Tara), William, John and JoAnn Beyer; 10 grandchildren. Service Wednesday 11am, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation Tuesday 5-8 PM. Interment Ft. Snelling.

Burial Date November 16, 2005

John E. Nylander

John E. Nylander

November 9, 2005

Nylander, John E. age 82 of Mpls. Preceded in death by daughters, Beth & Polly. Member Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church. Survived by wife, Gladys; daughters, Lynn, Jan, Patti, Sharon and Lori; grandchildren, Billy, Tommy, Julie, Marina, Jessica, Joe, Jenni & John; great-grandson, William; sister, Edith Thompson. Service Saturday 2 PM, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 36th & Hennepin Ave. Visitation 1/2 hour...

Jason D. Vanbeck

Jason D. Vanbeck

November 9, 2005

VanBeck, Jason D. “Jay Jay” “Jay Bird” age 27, of Eagan. Our dear son loved deer hunting, hockey, basketball, baseball, football, softball, fishing and what a good fisherman he was. Even though he was a small fry, do not under estimate his speed. He was an awesome left fielder. He was so loving and caring and will be missed so...

Robert Anthony Dowzak

Robert Anthony Dowzak

November 8, 2005

Dowzak, Robert Anthony Born May 3, 1935 to Edward J. & Catherine Kloeppel Dowzak in Breckenridge, MN. He was confirmed at St. Albert Church in Whapeton High School. Robert attended Valley City State Teacher’s College before joining the Army. He served during the Korean Conflict stationed in Alaska. Upon completion of his tour he attended St. Cloud State University. Robert...

Edward Rebischke

Edward Rebischke

November 5, 2005

Rebischke, Edward Age 78, of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Lois; siblings, Alma, August, Hulda, Roland and Herbert. survived by siblings, Julius, Alfrieda, Kurt and Herman; nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends. Service Thursday, 11 am, Faith Lutheran Church, 51st St. &35th Ave. S. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Hillside.

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Ole M. Stordalen

Ole M. Stordalen

October 28, 2005

Stordalen, Ole M. age 91, passed away at his home in Mpls on Oct. 28, 2005. Born Sept. 13, 1914 in Kongsberg, Norway. Preceded in death by his wife, Sigrid Kiran Stordalen; parents, Karl & Jorgina Stordalen and sister, Gudren Hanssen. He was a Charter member of the Kontakt Club and a Honorary member of the Norwegian Glee Club. Loving...

Allison Hope Voight

Allison Hope Voight

October 28, 2005

Voight, Allison Hope 8 month old infant daughter of Eric & Kathryn Voight of Downingtown, PA, passed away Monday, Oct. 24, 2005 at DuPont Children’s Hospital, Wilmington, DE. She is survived by parents; brother, Josiah; grandparents, Tracy Marsh, Clyde Haerle and Allan & Linda Voight; gt-grandparents, Carl & Rosemarie Voight and Duane & Elsie Dahnert; and many loving aunts, uncles...

Johanna M. Schroeder

Johanna M. Schroeder

October 26, 2005

Johanna M. Schroeder Schroeder, Johanna M. age 86, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away the evening of October 26, 2005. She was born on October 10, 1919 in Hameln, Germany. She came to the United States in 1956, lived most of her life in Milwaukee, WI and later years in Florida. Most recently residing in Burnsville, MN. Husband, Hans Schroeder,...

Gladys E. Michaelis

Gladys E. Michaelis

October 25, 2005

Michaelis, Gladys E. age 91, of S. Mpls. Born in Stockholm, WI. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Vernon and son, Dennis. Survived by son, Doug (Becky); daughter, Deb (Mike) Berg; grandchildren, Dustin and Cassie; sisters, Clarice, Elvera, Evelyn, Doris, Betty; brother, Reynold; many nieces and nephews. Services 11AM Saturday at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., with...

June L. Hawkinson

June L. Hawkinson

October 25, 2005

Hawkinson, June L. age 76 of Minneapolis, born October 5, 1929 in Lime Springs, Iowa, passed away October 25, 2005. Preceded in death by daughter, Lindsay Lee. Survived by loving husband, Edmund; sons, David and Tony (Dena) Hawkinson; grandchildren: Amanda, Alyssa and Austin; sister, Lois McCleary; family and friends. Visitation, 5-8 PM, Thursday, Oct. 27, at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary,...

Cassie M. Ufken

Cassie M. Ufken

October 25, 2005

Cassie M. Ufken, Loving Wife, Mom, Grandma, Sister, Daughter, age 54, of Apple Valley. Born June 10, 1951 in Marshall, MN, passed away on October 25, 2005 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Preceded in death by mother- in-law, Carole Ufken. She will be deeply missed by husband, Greg; daughters, Melissa Hanson (Lynn), Marcie DeLuca (John); grandchildren, Connor and...

Joyce C. Cobb

Joyce C. Cobb

October 24, 2005

Joyce C. Cobb

Cobb, Joyce C. age 57, of Rosemount. Passed away after a 3 1/2 year battle with lymphoma. Joyce was an ESL teacher in Farmington since 1993. Funeral service Thurs 5 PM at Chapel Hill Church, 4888 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, with her visitation from 3-5 PM at the Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Chapel Hill...

Margaret E. Bjorklund

Margaret E. Bjorklund

October 21, 2005

Bjorklund (Blume), Margaret “Marge”, age 81, of Mpls., on 10/21/05 at Redeemer Residence. Preceded in death by husband, Lawrence; parents, Frederick & Martha (Wolfe) Blume; 3 brothers & 3 sisters. Retired employee of Children’s Home Society. Survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews. Service Saturday 11 AM, Zion Lutheran Church 56th & Chicago Ave. Visitation one hour before service. Interment...

Audrey L. Docken

Audrey L. Docken

October 21, 2005

Docken, Audrey L., age 80, of Burnsville. Preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Lloyd “Doc”. Survived by sons, Tom (Nancy) and Ron (Terri); grandchildren, Chris, Corey, Aaron and Laura; brother, Charles Stenvig. Service Wed., 12 noon, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S. and 1/2 hour prior to service. Memorials to donor’s choice.

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Joy R. Seehusen

Joy R. Seehusen

October 18, 2005

Seehusen, Joy R., age 78, of Rosemount, born March 1, 1927 in Boy River, MN, passed away October 18, 2005. She was preceded in death by daughters, Ann Carley and Candace Nordstrom. Joy is survived by her husband, Roy; daughters, Cheri (Mike) Finley and Cindy (Al) Berg; grandchildren, Michelle, Christine, Carine, Angela, Dawn, Ange, J.R. and Brandon; 7 great-grandchildren; sister,...

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