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Obituaries for Starkson Family
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Douglas Roy Phillips
August 4, 2025
Douglas “Doug” Roy Phillips, age 80, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 4, 2025, in the Regent of Burnsville, with his loving wife by his side.
Doug was born in Minneapolis to Roy and Doris Phillips on November 14, 1944. He attended Richfield High School and graduated in 1962. Doug went on to attend the...
Dorothy Mary Fuchs
August 4, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” Mary Fuchs, 86 years old, of Hastings passed away on August 4, 2025 at Benedictine-Regina in Hastings.
Dorothy was born in Hastings to Raymond and Lois Orman (McNamara) on September 13, 1938. She went to Hastings High School and graduated in 1956.
She met her future husband, Richard “Dick” Fuchs, when she was 14 years old and was introduced to...
Daniel Ernest Yost
August 2, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel “Dan” E. Yost, age 75, who died peacefully on August 2nd, 2025 surrounded by family at his home. He was born the son of Ernest and Helen (Hawkins) Yost in Abington, Pennsylvania on January 5th, 1950. Dan grew up in Pennsylvania, and attended Pennridge High School, graduating in...
Richard Joseph Gosselin
July 29, 2025
Richard “Dick” Gosselin, age 78, of Apple Valley, passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by family, to be with the Lord.
Richard was born in St. Paul and spent his childhood in Mendota. He was proud to have worked at Donaldson Manufacturing for over 40 years. A devoted family man, he cherished time spent with loved ones and enjoyed cheering...
Gary Roger Woodward
July 27, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Gary R. Woodward, age 71, who died peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home. He was born the son of Roger and Barbara in Saint Paul, MN. Gary grew up in Newport, graduating from Park High School of Cottage Grove in 1972, where he was an all-conference...
Ronald H. Butze
July 26, 2025
Ronald H. Butze, age 89 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025.
Preceded in death by his wife, Alice.
Survived by his children, Paul (Marie), Scott (Mary), and Jill (Mark) Woodward; grandchildren, Meghan (Doug) Anderson, Luke (Ali), Danielle (Kyle) Ryman, Joseph, Brian (Karly) Woodward, and Michael (Sydney) Woodward; great-grandchildren, Claire, Nora, Brooke, Alice, Margot, and Jameson; brother, Richard (Barrie); many...
Peter Stephen Kane
July 25, 2025
Peter “Pete” Kane, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 25, 2025. He was born to Paul “Doors” and Margaret “Margie” on January 17, 1970. Pete grew up in Hastings, and graduated from Hastings High School, class of 1988, where he was the team’s football defensive player of the year. He perfected his culinary skills in his youth at...
Elizabeth Mary Langenfeld
July 24, 2025
Elizabeth M. Langenfeld, age 96, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at 4:36 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the Regina - Benedictine Living Community.
Elizabeth was born at home on July 8, 1929, in Hastings, to Joseph and Hermia (Merlain) Kostelnik. She was the youngest of five girls. Elizabeth graduated from Hastings High School in 1947 and the College...
Hubert P. Ludwig
July 23, 2025
Hubert P. Ludwig, age 84 of Farmington, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025. Preceded in death by his siblings, Mary Catherine, Donald, John, and Nick. Survived by his wife of 31 years, Susan (McCarville); children, Tammy and Dominic (Carolyn); grandchildren, Isaac (Luiza), Micah (Kate), Faith, and Joyce; great-grandchildren, Theo and Andrew; sister, Luella Leifeld; many nieces, nephews, other relatives,...
David Scott Seleskie
July 21, 2025
David Scott “Tish” Seleskie, age 69, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly during a surgical procedure on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Scott was born on January 31, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Charles and Patricia (Peck) Seleskie. He grew up in Hastings as one of five children. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1974. The year prior, he met Roberta...
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...
Douglas Roy Phillips
August 4, 2025
Douglas “Doug” Roy Phillips, age 80, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 4, 2025, in the Regent of Burnsville, with his loving wife by his side.
Doug was born in Minneapolis to Roy and Doris Phillips on November 14, 1944. He attended Richfield High School and graduated in 1962. Doug went on to attend the...
Dorothy Mary Fuchs
August 4, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” Mary Fuchs, 86 years old, of Hastings passed away on August 4, 2025 at Benedictine-Regina in Hastings.
Dorothy was born in Hastings to Raymond and Lois Orman (McNamara) on September 13, 1938. She went to Hastings High School and graduated in 1956.
She met her future husband, Richard “Dick” Fuchs, when she was 14 years old and was introduced to...
Daniel Ernest Yost
August 2, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel “Dan” E. Yost, age 75, who died peacefully on August 2nd, 2025 surrounded by family at his home. He was born the son of Ernest and Helen (Hawkins) Yost in Abington, Pennsylvania on January 5th, 1950. Dan grew up in Pennsylvania, and attended Pennridge High School, graduating in...
Richard Joseph Gosselin
July 29, 2025
Richard “Dick” Gosselin, age 78, of Apple Valley, passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by family, to be with the Lord.
Richard was born in St. Paul and spent his childhood in Mendota. He was proud to have worked at Donaldson Manufacturing for over 40 years. A devoted family man, he cherished time spent with loved ones and enjoyed cheering...
Gary Roger Woodward
July 27, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Gary R. Woodward, age 71, who died peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home. He was born the son of Roger and Barbara in Saint Paul, MN. Gary grew up in Newport, graduating from Park High School of Cottage Grove in 1972, where he was an all-conference...
Ronald H. Butze
July 26, 2025
Ronald H. Butze, age 89 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025.
Preceded in death by his wife, Alice.
Survived by his children, Paul (Marie), Scott (Mary), and Jill (Mark) Woodward; grandchildren, Meghan (Doug) Anderson, Luke (Ali), Danielle (Kyle) Ryman, Joseph, Brian (Karly) Woodward, and Michael (Sydney) Woodward; great-grandchildren, Claire, Nora, Brooke, Alice, Margot, and Jameson; brother, Richard (Barrie); many...
Peter Stephen Kane
July 25, 2025
Peter “Pete” Kane, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 25, 2025. He was born to Paul “Doors” and Margaret “Margie” on January 17, 1970. Pete grew up in Hastings, and graduated from Hastings High School, class of 1988, where he was the team’s football defensive player of the year. He perfected his culinary skills in his youth at...
Elizabeth Mary Langenfeld
July 24, 2025
Elizabeth M. Langenfeld, age 96, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at 4:36 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the Regina - Benedictine Living Community.
Elizabeth was born at home on July 8, 1929, in Hastings, to Joseph and Hermia (Merlain) Kostelnik. She was the youngest of five girls. Elizabeth graduated from Hastings High School in 1947 and the College...
Hubert P. Ludwig
July 23, 2025
Hubert P. Ludwig, age 84 of Farmington, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025. Preceded in death by his siblings, Mary Catherine, Donald, John, and Nick. Survived by his wife of 31 years, Susan (McCarville); children, Tammy and Dominic (Carolyn); grandchildren, Isaac (Luiza), Micah (Kate), Faith, and Joyce; great-grandchildren, Theo and Andrew; sister, Luella Leifeld; many nieces, nephews, other relatives,...
David Scott Seleskie
July 21, 2025
David Scott “Tish” Seleskie, age 69, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly during a surgical procedure on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Scott was born on January 31, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Charles and Patricia (Peck) Seleskie. He grew up in Hastings as one of five children. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1974. The year prior, he met Roberta...
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...
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