Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Guy D. Kirchner
November 21, 2023
Guy D. Kirchner, age 68, of Hastings, MN passed away in the early morning of 11/21/2023 after his longtime battle with cancer.
Guy Kirchner, the son of William and Barbara Kirchner was born on November Fourth, 1955 in Saint Paul, MN. He is a graduate of Park High School in Cottage Grove, MN. He was...
Theresa A. Kossan
November 20, 2023
Theresa A. Kossan, 82, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away at home on November 20, 2023.
Theresa was born on August 30, 1941, in Hastings MN, to Tony and Eva Bauer. She attended Hastings High School and graduated with the class of 1959. Later she became employed with Hertogs, Fluegal Law Firm as a legal secretary....
D. Jean Schneider
November 19, 2023
Jean Schneider, 90 passed away on Nov.19, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey.
Jean grew up on a farm near Hastings, MN and graduated from Good Council Academy in Mankato, MN. She then joined the Maryknoll Order of Nuns in hope of doing missionary work. After a few years Jean left the convent. She earned a...
John W. "Wes" Paradis
November 16, 2023
John "Wes" W. Paradis, age 72 of Cannon Falls, Minnesota passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 16, 2023, surrounded by his family.
John Wesley was born on November 15, 1951 to Ronald Albert Paradis and Edith Mabel (Giddings) Paradis in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. They later moved to Florida where he graduated high school...
Cheryl A. Colwell
November 16, 2023
Cheryl A. Colwell, age 79 of Minneapolis and recently of Hastings, died peacefully at Regina Medical Center in Hastings on Thursday evening, November 16, 2023.
In keeping with Chery's wishes, private family services will be held.
Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
Helma R. Hintz
November 16, 2023
Helma R. Hintz, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on November 16, 2023.
Helma enjoyed traveling as it was her passion. She loved spending time with her family wherever they were in the World. She was proud of her heritage and she loved her German pastries. She was passionate about keeping her...
James J. Bamlet
November 16, 2023
James "Jim" J. Bamlet, age 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday morning, November 16, 2023.
Jim was born on May 21, 1965 in Hayfield, Minnesota to parents Gordon and Marlene (Brusse) Bamlet. James enlisted in the United States National Guard after high school where he spend over 10 years serving his country....
Jean Owens
November 16, 2023
Owens, Jean
Age 89 of Bloomington, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 16, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Gerald. Survived by her children, Diane (Steven) Czech, Julie Johnson, Darlene (Chris) Medrano, Gloria (Steven) Cummings, and Tom Owens; grandchildren, Bennett (Amanda), Carter (Stephanie), Derek, Dylan (Margaret), Jenny (Adam), Michelle (Jay), Nick (Gillian), Melanie (Nick), Tristan (Courtney), Daniel, MaryClaire,...
Brian J. Olson
November 15, 2023
Brian James Olson passed away, peacefully yet unexpectedly, at his home on November 15, 2023.
He was born March 29, 1976, in South St. Paul, MN to James and LaDonna (McNamara) Olson. He resided in Hastings, MN and worked as a carpenter for most of his life. Brian lived life to the fullest - enjoying...
Thomas R. "Tom" Lutz
November 15, 2023
Thomas Robert Lutz, age 69, of Hastings MN, died November 15,2023, from multiple complications stemming from cancer.
He was born on April 5, 1954 in Akron Ohio to Mary Jean Motz and Robert Edwin Lutz, on the same day and in the same hospital as his cousin, Jim, his “twin” cousin. In 1957 he moved...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Guy D. Kirchner
November 21, 2023
Guy D. Kirchner, age 68, of Hastings, MN passed away in the early morning of 11/21/2023 after his longtime battle with cancer.
Guy Kirchner, the son of William and Barbara Kirchner was born on November Fourth, 1955 in Saint Paul, MN. He is a graduate of Park High School in Cottage Grove, MN. He was...
Theresa A. Kossan
November 20, 2023
Theresa A. Kossan, 82, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away at home on November 20, 2023.
Theresa was born on August 30, 1941, in Hastings MN, to Tony and Eva Bauer. She attended Hastings High School and graduated with the class of 1959. Later she became employed with Hertogs, Fluegal Law Firm as a legal secretary....
D. Jean Schneider
November 19, 2023
Jean Schneider, 90 passed away on Nov.19, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey.
Jean grew up on a farm near Hastings, MN and graduated from Good Council Academy in Mankato, MN. She then joined the Maryknoll Order of Nuns in hope of doing missionary work. After a few years Jean left the convent. She earned a...
John W. "Wes" Paradis
November 16, 2023
John "Wes" W. Paradis, age 72 of Cannon Falls, Minnesota passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 16, 2023, surrounded by his family.
John Wesley was born on November 15, 1951 to Ronald Albert Paradis and Edith Mabel (Giddings) Paradis in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. They later moved to Florida where he graduated high school...
Cheryl A. Colwell
November 16, 2023
Cheryl A. Colwell, age 79 of Minneapolis and recently of Hastings, died peacefully at Regina Medical Center in Hastings on Thursday evening, November 16, 2023.
In keeping with Chery's wishes, private family services will be held.
Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
Helma R. Hintz
November 16, 2023
Helma R. Hintz, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on November 16, 2023.
Helma enjoyed traveling as it was her passion. She loved spending time with her family wherever they were in the World. She was proud of her heritage and she loved her German pastries. She was passionate about keeping her...
James J. Bamlet
November 16, 2023
James "Jim" J. Bamlet, age 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday morning, November 16, 2023.
Jim was born on May 21, 1965 in Hayfield, Minnesota to parents Gordon and Marlene (Brusse) Bamlet. James enlisted in the United States National Guard after high school where he spend over 10 years serving his country....
Jean Owens
November 16, 2023
Owens, Jean
Age 89 of Bloomington, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 16, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Gerald. Survived by her children, Diane (Steven) Czech, Julie Johnson, Darlene (Chris) Medrano, Gloria (Steven) Cummings, and Tom Owens; grandchildren, Bennett (Amanda), Carter (Stephanie), Derek, Dylan (Margaret), Jenny (Adam), Michelle (Jay), Nick (Gillian), Melanie (Nick), Tristan (Courtney), Daniel, MaryClaire,...
Brian J. Olson
November 15, 2023
Brian James Olson passed away, peacefully yet unexpectedly, at his home on November 15, 2023.
He was born March 29, 1976, in South St. Paul, MN to James and LaDonna (McNamara) Olson. He resided in Hastings, MN and worked as a carpenter for most of his life. Brian lived life to the fullest - enjoying...
Thomas R. "Tom" Lutz
November 15, 2023
Thomas Robert Lutz, age 69, of Hastings MN, died November 15,2023, from multiple complications stemming from cancer.
He was born on April 5, 1954 in Akron Ohio to Mary Jean Motz and Robert Edwin Lutz, on the same day and in the same hospital as his cousin, Jim, his “twin” cousin. In 1957 he moved...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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