October 13, 2023

Angeline "Angie" Irma Mildred (Dille) Brown passed away on Friday evening, October 13, 2023 at the age of 97. Angie was dearly loved by all who knew her. Her smiles, hugs and love for others touched many hearts. She will be greatly missed.

She was born on January 9, 1926 to Fred and Lydia (Strusz)...

October 13, 2023

Herby, Jane M. (née Holweger)

Age 90 of Minneapolis, went home on October 13, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Walter; and 8 siblings. Survived by her son, Fred (Beth) Herby; grandchildren, Sara (Alex) Grazzini and Donovan Herby; niece, Theresa (RJ) Johnson; great-niece, Ally (Sam) Johnson; and many other nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Jane enjoyed playing dice, cards, and...

October 12, 2023

Beverly (Betty) Mae Holien

Beverly Mae Christiansen was born on December 30th, 1931 to Septer and Loretta Christiansen of Maynard, Minnesota.  She went to be with Jesus on October 12th, 2023.

Betty married Kenneth (Ken) Holien in December of 1952.  They raised three children, Mike, Pam and Linda while living in Richfield, Minnesota.  They belonged to Oak Grove Lutheran Church in Richfield...

October 8, 2023

Fredell, Betty Jean

Age 94 of Burnsville, passed away on Oct. 8, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Clifford. Survived by her children, Linda (Tom) Nelson, Carrie (Bryan) Burgoyne, John (Amena) Fredell, and Susan (Andy) Zellmer; grandchildren, Megan (Charlie), Rachel (Lee), Mark (Nicole), Paul (Angie), John (Anna), Nicole (Jerod), Ashley (Trevor), Andrew (Anna), Alex (Tonisha), and Brittany (Tanner); 9 great-grandchildren...

October 7, 2023

Kenneth B Comeaux,

Age 77 of Apple Valley, born New Years Eve, 1945 in Crockett, TX to Alphonse & Dorothy Comeaux, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, October 7, 2023.

Kenny grew up in Texas but in his late 20’s did a lot of hitchhiking with his brothers and ended up in Minnesota which is where he met his wife...

October 1, 2023

Patricia Ann Sanderson, age 83, of Hastings passed away October 1, 2023.

Patricia was born on 4/21/1940, in New Ulm, MN. She was a vibrant, compassionate, fun, and caring person. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to so many. Her passions and talents were plentiful, and included quilting, sewing, knitting, and crocheting....

October 1, 2023

John Dewey Westley was born on January 17, 1960 in Minneapolis, MN and passed away on October 1, 2023 in Tampa, FL. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Dewey and Lorraine Westley. He is survived by his sisters, Nancy (Greg) Hultman, Sally (Rick) Schouveller, and Kathleen (Wade) Olsen, nieces and nephews Kristen, Trevor, Elizabeth, Joseph and...

September 30, 2023

Lyle M. Biscoe, age 102 of Old Cottage Grove, died peacefully at the family home on Saturday morning, September 30, 2023.

Lyle Milton, the son of Julius W. and Lura (McHattie) Biscoe, was born on April 4, 1921, on the family farm in rural Cottage Grove. Following his country education, Lyle helped his dad on...

September 30, 2023

Jolaine (Jo) Deutsch/Polgar, age 92, died peacefully on September 30, 2023 at Hastings Benedictine Senior Living.

Jolaine Janisch, daughter of Alfred & Emma Janisch was born on September 8, 1931 in Eden, South Dakota. Jolaine married Marcus Deutsch on February 5, 1951. They moved to Babbitt, Minnesota in 1956 where they raised 5 children.

September 28, 2023

Harlen A. Ward, age 95 of Hastings, died at Hastings Senior Health & Living on Thursday, September 28, 2023.

Harlen was born January 17, 1928 in Sylvan, Wisconsin at home. He farmed until he went into the Navy at the age of 17. After serving his country, he met his Sweetheart, Dolly, in 1947. They...

September 27, 2023

Mark A. Siebenaler, age 52 of Vermillion, died suddenly in Hager City, Wisconsin, on Wednesday, September 27, 2023.

Mark Anthony, the son of George and Kathryn "Kathy" Siebenaler, was born on August 13, 1971, in Red Wing. Mark graduated from Hastings High School with the class of 1989, and began his life-long career in carpentry...

September 26, 2023

John Edward Adamson

Age 83 of Apple Valley, passed away on September 26, 2023. Preceded in death by his son, Clark; parents, Ellis & Hazel; and 7 siblings. Survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Carol; sons, Clint (Connie) and Clyde (Sue); 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; siblings, Harold, Tom (Kathy), and Patty (Bob); many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends....

September 23, 2023

Thomas J. Helfman, age 46 of Inver Grove Heights, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Saturday evening, September 23, 2023.

Thomas Joseph, the son of James and JoAnn (Ayd) Helfman, was born on April 13, 1977, in Inver Grove Heights. Following his graduation from Simely High School, Thomas pursued his education and love for...

September 23, 2023

Robert Cooley Burwell,

Age 80 of Apple Valley, born July 3, 1943 in Mpls. and passed away peacefully on Sept. 23, 2023 from complications of Parkinson’s Disease.  He was surrounded by family and loved ones who will forever cherish the memories of a life well lived.  Rob met the love of his life, Lynn Knapp Burwell at Duluth East HS.  They...

September 21, 2023

Ronald William Endres, age 60 of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Thursday, September 21, 2023.

Ron was born on November 16, 1962 in Cannon Falls, MN to his loving parents Leon E. and Patricia. "Pat" (Mies) Endres. He grew up. on the family farm near Hampton, MN learning the simple values of love,...

September 21, 2023

Lesser, Emmett H. Age 85, of Farmington, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 21, 2023, at Trinity Care Center of multiple ailments. Preceded in death by his wife, Lucille; parents; one sister; and three brothers. He is survived by his children, Doug (Bernie), Kevin, and Donna (Jim) Johnson; grandchildren, Shelby, Nickolas, and Danielle; sister, Darlene Vener;...

September 20, 2023

Margaret "Maggie" A. Mahowald, age 67, of Hastings passed away peacefully September 20, 2023.

Maggie cherished spending time with her kids, grandkids, and siblings. As her children and grandchildren grew up, she never missed a sporting event and became their number one fan. Some of Maggie's favorite memories were made at her siblings cabin, and...

September 19, 2023

Hillsdale, Gary L. Sr. Age 78 of Apple Valley, passed away on Sept. 19, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Roscile; and nephew, Ryan Fuith. Survived by his sons, Gary Jr. (Mary), Jared (Danielle), Nicholas, and Joel; grandchildren, Sierra (Daniel), Blake, and Nolan; sisters, Marlene (Doc) Johnson and Lorrie (Tom) Fuith; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and...

September 18, 2023

Ruth C. Bank, age 95 of Hastings, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023.

She was born in New Trier on February 2, 1928 to John P. and Marie (Weiland) Schaffer.

Private family graveside services are being held.

Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration...

September 18, 2023

Rosemary "Rose" Kranz, age 91 of Hastings, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday morning, September 18, 2023.

Rosemary McShane, the daughter of Thomas and Josephine (Boyd) McShane, was born on March 20, 1932, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Rose was baptized and confirmed into the Catholic Faith at Ss. Peter & Paul...