Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
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Loretta Qualls Arnold
July 21, 2025
Loretta Q. Arnold, age 77, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul.
Loretta was born on January 29, 1948, in Jonesville, Louisiana, to Hurshel and Loretta (McIntyre) Qualls. She was one of five children raised in a small Louisiana town and graduated from Newellton High School. She went on to attend...
Richard Duane Platson Jr.
July 20, 2025
We invite you to join us in celebrating the life of Richard Duane Platson Jr. who passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2025 at the age of 73.
Richard was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who touched many lives with his warmth, humor, and kindness.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry; his children, Pamela (Dan) Thrun and Bruce...
Lucretia "Ellen" Brewer
July 14, 2025
Lucretia Ellen Brewer passed away on July 14, 2025.
Ellen grew up in Lombard, Chicago, and graduated from Prescott High School in 1975. She later earned an associate’s degree in Social Work from Inver Hills Community College and went on to complete her bachelor’s degree in St. Paul.
Ellen had a gift for creativity and loved spending her time crocheting, diamond painting,...
Dorothy Emma Becker
July 14, 2025
Dorothy Becker, age 96, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday night, July 14, 2025. Dorothy, the daughter of Louis and Catherine (Fox) Leifeld, was born on February 9, 1929. She attended school in New Trier. Dorothy was united in married to Laverne “Bud” Becker on June 20, 1953, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church...
Melanie Lee Kebble
July 13, 2025
A celebration of Melanie’s life will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion Street, Hastings. Visitation from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, service at 3:00 pm with reception to follow. Private interment at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Cemetery, Hastings, will take place at a later date.
Melanie Lee Kebble (Kasson), age 83,...
LeAnn Margaret Olson
July 13, 2025
LeAnn M. Olson, age 61, of Hastings, Minnesota, a beloved mother and friend to all, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
LeAnn was born in Montevideo, Minnesota, to David and LaVonne (Swanson) Olson. She grew up in a close-knit family with her beloved sister, Julie, and brother, Brett. LeAnn was especially close to her grandparents, Gertrude and Nels Olson,...
Lee Stark
July 13, 2025
Lee Stark, age 85 of Rosemount, entered rest on Sun., July 13, 2025. Preceded in death by parents, Frank & June; and brother, Jerry. Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Lois; children, Todd, Mike, and Aimee (Neal Hansen); grandchildren, Angelica Tatum, Isabella Tatum (TJ Marsh), Nikolaus Hansen, and Leonardo Hansen; great-grandson, Angelino Tatum-Dominguez; siblings, Pat (Judy) and Maureen;...
Barbara Ellen Harwell
July 5, 2025
Barbara Harwell, age 80, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Hastings Senior Health and Living in Hastings, MN. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12 noon to 4:00PM at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel (3075 Vermillion Street Hastings MN 55033). Arrangements are with Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
Mark Steven McGrath
July 5, 2025
Mark McGrath, age 68, passed away peacefully at his home in Onamia, MN on Saturday, July 5, 2025.|Mark was born on November 16, 1956, to Robert and Carol McGrath. A proud graduate of Highland High School, he went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Business. Mark dedicated more than 40 years of hard work and commitment to his career...
Daniel George Van Risseghem
July 2, 2025
Daniel (Dan) George Van Risseghem, 81 years, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on July 2, 2025 at United Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Dan was born on the family farm at Onamia, Minnesota to Daniel and Clara (Schaack) Van Risseghem on March 19, 1944. He went to Onamia High School, Onamia, Minnesota graduating in 1962. He went on to receive a business...
Kidest Merga Beyene
July 2, 2025
Kidest Merga Beyene, age 40 of Farmington, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 in Edina, MN.
A full obituary will be published soon.
A Funeral Service for Kidest will be held on Friday, July 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Debre Bisrat Saint Gabriel EOTC , 113 N Saratoga St, St Paul, MN, with a gathering one hour prior to the...
Judith Gail Zaruba
July 1, 2025
Judith "Judy" Gail Zaruba, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on July 1, 2025. Judy was preceded in death by her parents Lucille and Raymond Gorny, brother-in-law Patrick Kelsh, nephew Sean Kelsh and many great neighbors from 16th Street. She is survived by her husband, Erven (Erv) Zaruba, son Matt (Theresa) Zaruba and daughter Kara (Jeff)...
Austin William Shanks
July 1, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Austin W. Shanks, age 19, of Hastings whose life was marked by compassion, strength, and an unwavering dedication to those around him. Austin passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 1, 2025. He was born on May 17, 2006, to Bart and Michelle (Lau) Shanks in Hastings, Minnesota. A graduate of Hastings High...
Elizabeth "Bets" (Lehmann) Hudella
July 1, 2025
Elizabeth A. "Bets" (Lehmann) Hudella, passed away peacefully at home in Hastings on her eighty-sixth birthday, July 1, 2025.
Elizabeth Anne Hudella (née Lehmann) was born July 1st, 1939, in Saint Paul, MN and died July 1st, 2025, on her 86th birthday in Hastings, MN where she had resided for 57 years.
Elizabeth, known as “Bets” to most of her friends and...
Douglas Edward Bauer
June 28, 2025
Douglas E. Bauer, age 65 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Our Lady of Peace Hospice.
Doug was born on September 2, 1959, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Gregory and Isabel (Ahrendt) Bauer. He was a proud graduate of Hastings High School and later attended meat cutting school, where he found his lifelong trade. Doug worked...
Patricia Ann Doffing
June 28, 2025
Patricia “Patty” A. Doffing, age 62, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul.
Patty was born on January 10, 1963, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Marvin and Judith (Fox) Doffing. She was one of four children raised in a loving home. She enjoyed family vacations to Duluth and spending time in her dad’s...
Scott E. Fiedler
June 26, 2025
Scott E. Fiedler, age 61 of Peoria, AZ (formerly of Chaska), passed away on June 26, 2025. Preceded in death by his father, Allan. Survived by his children, Nate (Stacy Schindler) and Maddy (Ben Thompson); grandson, Franklin; mother, Marcia; brother, Allan (Lori); nieces and nephew, Anna (John) Elizandro, Abigail (Camilo Alvarez), and Benjamin; many other relatives and friends. Scott was...
Anne Mae Kaiser
June 26, 2025
Anne Mae Kaiser, age 84, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul, surrounded by her loving family.
Anne was born on July 12, 1940, in Ridgeland, Wisconsin, to William and Grace (Stillwell) Kaiser. One of nine children, she was raised in a log cabin on the family farm, where her strong work...
Donald "Don" Amy
June 26, 2025
Donald George Amy
October 25, 1937 – June 26, 2025
Donald G. Amy was born on October 25, 1937, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Joseph and Marion (Cotter) Amy of Prescott, Wisconsin. He was the youngest of six children and arrived just a few minutes after his twin brother, David. The two shared a close bond that lasted throughout their lives.
Growing up, Don...
Susan M. "Sue" Kimmes
June 25, 2025
Susan (Sue) Mary Kimmes, age 73 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at Cannon Rivers Senior Living.
Sue was born in Red Wing to Anthony and Marcella Heimann on March 4, 1952. She went to high school at Randolph Public Schools and graduated in 1970. She earned a degree in nursing and worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse...
Loretta Qualls Arnold
July 21, 2025
Loretta Q. Arnold, age 77, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul.
Loretta was born on January 29, 1948, in Jonesville, Louisiana, to Hurshel and Loretta (McIntyre) Qualls. She was one of five children raised in a small Louisiana town and graduated from Newellton High School. She went on to attend...
Richard Duane Platson Jr.
July 20, 2025
We invite you to join us in celebrating the life of Richard Duane Platson Jr. who passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2025 at the age of 73.
Richard was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who touched many lives with his warmth, humor, and kindness.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry; his children, Pamela (Dan) Thrun and Bruce...
Lucretia "Ellen" Brewer
July 14, 2025
Lucretia Ellen Brewer passed away on July 14, 2025.
Ellen grew up in Lombard, Chicago, and graduated from Prescott High School in 1975. She later earned an associate’s degree in Social Work from Inver Hills Community College and went on to complete her bachelor’s degree in St. Paul.
Ellen had a gift for creativity and loved spending her time crocheting, diamond painting,...
Dorothy Emma Becker
July 14, 2025
Dorothy Becker, age 96, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday night, July 14, 2025. Dorothy, the daughter of Louis and Catherine (Fox) Leifeld, was born on February 9, 1929. She attended school in New Trier. Dorothy was united in married to Laverne “Bud” Becker on June 20, 1953, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church...
Melanie Lee Kebble
July 13, 2025
A celebration of Melanie’s life will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion Street, Hastings. Visitation from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, service at 3:00 pm with reception to follow. Private interment at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Cemetery, Hastings, will take place at a later date.
Melanie Lee Kebble (Kasson), age 83,...
LeAnn Margaret Olson
July 13, 2025
LeAnn M. Olson, age 61, of Hastings, Minnesota, a beloved mother and friend to all, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
LeAnn was born in Montevideo, Minnesota, to David and LaVonne (Swanson) Olson. She grew up in a close-knit family with her beloved sister, Julie, and brother, Brett. LeAnn was especially close to her grandparents, Gertrude and Nels Olson,...
Lee Stark
July 13, 2025
Lee Stark, age 85 of Rosemount, entered rest on Sun., July 13, 2025. Preceded in death by parents, Frank & June; and brother, Jerry. Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Lois; children, Todd, Mike, and Aimee (Neal Hansen); grandchildren, Angelica Tatum, Isabella Tatum (TJ Marsh), Nikolaus Hansen, and Leonardo Hansen; great-grandson, Angelino Tatum-Dominguez; siblings, Pat (Judy) and Maureen;...
Barbara Ellen Harwell
July 5, 2025
Barbara Harwell, age 80, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Hastings Senior Health and Living in Hastings, MN. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12 noon to 4:00PM at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel (3075 Vermillion Street Hastings MN 55033). Arrangements are with Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
Mark Steven McGrath
July 5, 2025
Mark McGrath, age 68, passed away peacefully at his home in Onamia, MN on Saturday, July 5, 2025.|Mark was born on November 16, 1956, to Robert and Carol McGrath. A proud graduate of Highland High School, he went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Business. Mark dedicated more than 40 years of hard work and commitment to his career...
Daniel George Van Risseghem
July 2, 2025
Daniel (Dan) George Van Risseghem, 81 years, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on July 2, 2025 at United Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Dan was born on the family farm at Onamia, Minnesota to Daniel and Clara (Schaack) Van Risseghem on March 19, 1944. He went to Onamia High School, Onamia, Minnesota graduating in 1962. He went on to receive a business...
Kidest Merga Beyene
July 2, 2025
Kidest Merga Beyene, age 40 of Farmington, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 in Edina, MN.
A full obituary will be published soon.
A Funeral Service for Kidest will be held on Friday, July 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Debre Bisrat Saint Gabriel EOTC , 113 N Saratoga St, St Paul, MN, with a gathering one hour prior to the...
Judith Gail Zaruba
July 1, 2025
Judith "Judy" Gail Zaruba, of Hastings, Minnesota passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on July 1, 2025. Judy was preceded in death by her parents Lucille and Raymond Gorny, brother-in-law Patrick Kelsh, nephew Sean Kelsh and many great neighbors from 16th Street. She is survived by her husband, Erven (Erv) Zaruba, son Matt (Theresa) Zaruba and daughter Kara (Jeff)...
Austin William Shanks
July 1, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Austin W. Shanks, age 19, of Hastings whose life was marked by compassion, strength, and an unwavering dedication to those around him. Austin passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 1, 2025. He was born on May 17, 2006, to Bart and Michelle (Lau) Shanks in Hastings, Minnesota. A graduate of Hastings High...
Elizabeth "Bets" (Lehmann) Hudella
July 1, 2025
Elizabeth A. "Bets" (Lehmann) Hudella, passed away peacefully at home in Hastings on her eighty-sixth birthday, July 1, 2025.
Elizabeth Anne Hudella (née Lehmann) was born July 1st, 1939, in Saint Paul, MN and died July 1st, 2025, on her 86th birthday in Hastings, MN where she had resided for 57 years.
Elizabeth, known as “Bets” to most of her friends and...
Douglas Edward Bauer
June 28, 2025
Douglas E. Bauer, age 65 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Our Lady of Peace Hospice.
Doug was born on September 2, 1959, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Gregory and Isabel (Ahrendt) Bauer. He was a proud graduate of Hastings High School and later attended meat cutting school, where he found his lifelong trade. Doug worked...
Patricia Ann Doffing
June 28, 2025
Patricia “Patty” A. Doffing, age 62, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul.
Patty was born on January 10, 1963, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Marvin and Judith (Fox) Doffing. She was one of four children raised in a loving home. She enjoyed family vacations to Duluth and spending time in her dad’s...
Scott E. Fiedler
June 26, 2025
Scott E. Fiedler, age 61 of Peoria, AZ (formerly of Chaska), passed away on June 26, 2025. Preceded in death by his father, Allan. Survived by his children, Nate (Stacy Schindler) and Maddy (Ben Thompson); grandson, Franklin; mother, Marcia; brother, Allan (Lori); nieces and nephew, Anna (John) Elizandro, Abigail (Camilo Alvarez), and Benjamin; many other relatives and friends. Scott was...
Anne Mae Kaiser
June 26, 2025
Anne Mae Kaiser, age 84, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul, surrounded by her loving family.
Anne was born on July 12, 1940, in Ridgeland, Wisconsin, to William and Grace (Stillwell) Kaiser. One of nine children, she was raised in a log cabin on the family farm, where her strong work...
Donald "Don" Amy
June 26, 2025
Donald George Amy
October 25, 1937 – June 26, 2025
Donald G. Amy was born on October 25, 1937, in Hastings, Minnesota, to Joseph and Marion (Cotter) Amy of Prescott, Wisconsin. He was the youngest of six children and arrived just a few minutes after his twin brother, David. The two shared a close bond that lasted throughout their lives.
Growing up, Don...
Susan M. "Sue" Kimmes
June 25, 2025
Susan (Sue) Mary Kimmes, age 73 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at Cannon Rivers Senior Living.
Sue was born in Red Wing to Anthony and Marcella Heimann on March 4, 1952. She went to high school at Randolph Public Schools and graduated in 1970. She earned a degree in nursing and worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse...
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