Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
James D. Beiseker
July 17, 2022
James D. Beiseker,
age 85 of Eagan. Former owner of Burnsville Realty, later barbering into retirement. His hobbies include playing golf, MN Sports & attending his grandchildren’s activities. Preceded in death by his wife, Eleanore, twin sister, Jen Verhey and brother, Ronald. Survived by daughters, Desiree Woerner (John) and Siri Schloer (Brent); grandchildren, Travis and Annika. Graveside service, Friday, July 29,...
Michael H. Schultz
July 15, 2022
Our beloved Mike left to meet Jesus early the morning of Friday, July 15th. He was a beautiful man and a humble soul who was loved by all who knew him. He was friendly and kind to all and didn’t harbor anger or grudges. Helping others was in his DNA. He was generous with not only his money but...
Melissa "Missy" M. Maher
July 14, 2022
Melissa "Missy" Maher, a loving daughter, sister and aunt, 45, of Red Wing, passed away on July 14, 2022. She is survived by her parents, Marilyn and Thomas Maher; sisters, Christina (Justin) Sieben, Amanda (Scott) Dunkel and Jessica (Joe) Belisle; nieces and nephews, Caitlin Sieben, Alexandra Dunkel, Colton Dunkel and Thomas Belisle and many loved aunts, uncles and dear...
Alice J. Giefer
July 14, 2022
Alice Judy Giefer, 74 of Hastings Minnesota passed away at home on July 14, 2022. She was born on December 14, 1947 to Otis and Norma Nelson in Rochester, MN. As the ninth of 15 children, Alice grew up in a home that was short on bedrooms but long on love and laughter. The Nelson family moved to Stewartville...
David D. Averill
July 13, 2022
Averill, David D.
Age 78 of Burnsville, passed away on July 13, 2022. Preceded in death by his mother, Jane. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Rose; daughters, Mary Kay (Tom) Booth and Annette Sue (John) Carlson; grandchildren, Timagin, David (Heidi), Victoria (Jake), Brandon (Keisha), and Carly Jordan; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Nancy Averill; many other relatives and friends. David...
Irma "Casey" Greene
July 12, 2022
Irma M. "Casey" Greene, 80, of New Trier passed away with family by her side on July 12, 2022 at The Estates at Roseville in Roseville, Minnesota. She was born on October 10, 1941 to Henry and Margaret (Wollmering) Peine and eventually graduated from Hastings High School in 1959. On October 27, 1962, Irma married Ronald Greene, and together...
Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu
July 11, 2022
Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu
SUNRISE: 12TH. FEBRUARY 1957
SUNSET: 11TH. JULY 2022
We announce the Passing of our Pastor, Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu to Greater Heights of Glory. Francis was age 65 of Apple Valley.
Preceded in death by his parents, James and Hannah Gathungu; sisters, Terry Gathungu and Jane Nyagah; and brother, Kamau Gathungu.
Survived by his loving wife, Jane Mumbi; daughters, Nyambura and...
Margaret E. Anderson
July 11, 2022
Margaret E. Anderson
Age 91 of Apple Valley, born October 20, 1930 in Minneapolis to John Einar & Dorothy Ruth Johnson, went to be with her Lord on July 11, 2022. Margaret enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved them very much. She was a devout Christian who loved her God. She worshipped at the South Twin Cities Church...
Melvin Clifford Olson
July 10, 2022
Melvin Clifford Olson
Age 90 of Bloomington, born June 27, 1932 in Fosston, MN to Olaf & Mabel Olson, passed peacefully in the comforts of his home with family present on July 10, 2022.
Mel is remembered as being a hard worker, hands-on and active with helping and doing, contributing and participating. He could solve and fix just about anything. Born...
Dona J. Eager
July 9, 2022
Dona Jean Eager, Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, age 91, has gone home on July 9 2022. She was born October 17th, 1930, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She went to heaven to be with her Lord, her husband David and her daughter Randie. She is survived by her sons, Darrell (Kathy), John (Jane) and Gary; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great...
Joyce E. Merritt
July 6, 2022
Joyce E. Merritt age 73 of Hastings, a loving mom, sister, grandma, great-grandma passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 6, 2022. Preceded in death by her husband Jeff of 45 years; parents, Anton & Eva Bauer; siblings, John (Maryls), Rudy (Mary), Barb, Gloria, and Diane; great-grandchildren, Penelope, Samuel, and Hope; brother-in-law, Eugene; and son-in-law, Daniel. Joyce...
Richard E. Larson
July 6, 2022
Richard E. Larson
Age 64 of Minneapolis, born October 26, 1957 in Minneapolis to Earl & LaVonne Larson, passed away July 6, 2022. He is preceded in death by his father, Earl and sister, Debbie Rooney. Rick will be dearly missed by his mother, LaVonne; brother, Gary Larson; brother-in-law, John Rooney; nieces and nephews: Jacob Rooney, Katie Rooney-Anderson, Sheldon Drew, Malissa...
Lawrence "Larry" Dobias
July 5, 2022
Lawrence “Larry” Dobias, age 87 of Hastings, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at The Pillars Hospice House with his loving wife, Jinnie by his side. Lawrence, the son of Vencil and Francis (Brey) Dobias, was born May 18, 1935 in Milroy, MN. Lawrence attended Milroy High School and graduated with the class of 1953. Following his education,...
Janet M. Kane
July 4, 2022
Janet M. Kane, age 62, of Austin, TX and Hastings, MN, passed away July 4, 2022. Janet was born on July 20, 1959 in Rochester, MN to Jacqueline and Joseph Kane. She grew up in Hastings, MN with her 6 siblings. She loved summers at the local pool, biking, playing sports, camping, fishing and being with family and friends....
Dennis J. Murphy
July 4, 2022
Dennis John Murphy, age 76, life-long resident of Antioch, Illinois, passed away surrounded by family on July 4, 2022 at his daughter’s home in Hastings, MN. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Delores and his wife, Kristyn. Dennis is survived by his sister, Karen (Steve); his 2 daughters, Sarah (Shawn) and Lisa (Chad); and his 7 grandchildren,...
Russell W. Lindemann
July 4, 2022
Russell W. Lindemann
Age 79, of Minneapolis, passed away July 4, 2022. Russ was a caring father and friend to many. He worked for the City of Minneapolis, owned a bar, drove cab, was a courier, Uber driver and also worked for and with his son. Russ was always willing to help, easy to talk to, was loved and will forever...
Wesley H. Roberts
July 3, 2022
Wesley H. Roberts, age 67, passed away peacefully after a long battle with ALS, on July 3, 2022 at home surrounded by family. Wes was born in Devils Lake, ND on September 4, 1954, to Bud and Kitty Roberts. He and his siblings had a very unique and adventurous upbringing, living in the Great Northern Hotel. After about 15...
Cindy Sue Metcalf
July 3, 2022
Metcalf, Cindy Sue
On July 3, 2022, Cindy Sue Metcalf, age 74, of Rosemount, MN, joined the Lord and her lifelong love Jack, who she has longed to return to since his passing. Cindy is now at peace by Jack’s side, and Jack by hers, as it always should and will be.
Born August 7, 1947, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Cindy was...
Rachel Lynn Zisler
June 30, 2022
Zisler, Rachel Lynn
Age 42 of Shakopee, was born to Jim Jones and Sandra Jones on August 18, 1979. She departed this earthly life on June 30, 2022, where she was greeted by her cherished cat, Nighty, and her beloved Grandpa Stotzheim. She is survived by her husband, Matt; her Jack Russell Terrier, Zob-E; her parents, Jim Jones of Burnsville, MN...
Allen R. Trapp
June 28, 2022
Allen R. "Al" Trapp, age 86, of Hastings, passed away at home June 28, 2022. He was born in Hastings, MN on February 19, 1936 to Kenneth and Bernadine Trapp. Al is preceded in death by his wife, Rose; his parents, Kenneth and Bernadine Trapp; and by his twin brother, Alvin. He is survived by his sons, Kim Neal,...
James D. Beiseker
July 17, 2022
James D. Beiseker,
age 85 of Eagan. Former owner of Burnsville Realty, later barbering into retirement. His hobbies include playing golf, MN Sports & attending his grandchildren’s activities. Preceded in death by his wife, Eleanore, twin sister, Jen Verhey and brother, Ronald. Survived by daughters, Desiree Woerner (John) and Siri Schloer (Brent); grandchildren, Travis and Annika. Graveside service, Friday, July 29,...
Michael H. Schultz
July 15, 2022
Our beloved Mike left to meet Jesus early the morning of Friday, July 15th. He was a beautiful man and a humble soul who was loved by all who knew him. He was friendly and kind to all and didn’t harbor anger or grudges. Helping others was in his DNA. He was generous with not only his money but...
Melissa "Missy" M. Maher
July 14, 2022
Melissa "Missy" Maher, a loving daughter, sister and aunt, 45, of Red Wing, passed away on July 14, 2022. She is survived by her parents, Marilyn and Thomas Maher; sisters, Christina (Justin) Sieben, Amanda (Scott) Dunkel and Jessica (Joe) Belisle; nieces and nephews, Caitlin Sieben, Alexandra Dunkel, Colton Dunkel and Thomas Belisle and many loved aunts, uncles and dear...
Alice J. Giefer
July 14, 2022
Alice Judy Giefer, 74 of Hastings Minnesota passed away at home on July 14, 2022. She was born on December 14, 1947 to Otis and Norma Nelson in Rochester, MN. As the ninth of 15 children, Alice grew up in a home that was short on bedrooms but long on love and laughter. The Nelson family moved to Stewartville...
David D. Averill
July 13, 2022
Averill, David D.
Age 78 of Burnsville, passed away on July 13, 2022. Preceded in death by his mother, Jane. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Rose; daughters, Mary Kay (Tom) Booth and Annette Sue (John) Carlson; grandchildren, Timagin, David (Heidi), Victoria (Jake), Brandon (Keisha), and Carly Jordan; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Nancy Averill; many other relatives and friends. David...
Irma "Casey" Greene
July 12, 2022
Irma M. "Casey" Greene, 80, of New Trier passed away with family by her side on July 12, 2022 at The Estates at Roseville in Roseville, Minnesota. She was born on October 10, 1941 to Henry and Margaret (Wollmering) Peine and eventually graduated from Hastings High School in 1959. On October 27, 1962, Irma married Ronald Greene, and together...
Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu
July 11, 2022
Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu
SUNRISE: 12TH. FEBRUARY 1957
SUNSET: 11TH. JULY 2022
We announce the Passing of our Pastor, Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu to Greater Heights of Glory. Francis was age 65 of Apple Valley.
Preceded in death by his parents, James and Hannah Gathungu; sisters, Terry Gathungu and Jane Nyagah; and brother, Kamau Gathungu.
Survived by his loving wife, Jane Mumbi; daughters, Nyambura and...
Margaret E. Anderson
July 11, 2022
Margaret E. Anderson
Age 91 of Apple Valley, born October 20, 1930 in Minneapolis to John Einar & Dorothy Ruth Johnson, went to be with her Lord on July 11, 2022. Margaret enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved them very much. She was a devout Christian who loved her God. She worshipped at the South Twin Cities Church...
Melvin Clifford Olson
July 10, 2022
Melvin Clifford Olson
Age 90 of Bloomington, born June 27, 1932 in Fosston, MN to Olaf & Mabel Olson, passed peacefully in the comforts of his home with family present on July 10, 2022.
Mel is remembered as being a hard worker, hands-on and active with helping and doing, contributing and participating. He could solve and fix just about anything. Born...
Dona J. Eager
July 9, 2022
Dona Jean Eager, Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, age 91, has gone home on July 9 2022. She was born October 17th, 1930, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She went to heaven to be with her Lord, her husband David and her daughter Randie. She is survived by her sons, Darrell (Kathy), John (Jane) and Gary; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great...
Joyce E. Merritt
July 6, 2022
Joyce E. Merritt age 73 of Hastings, a loving mom, sister, grandma, great-grandma passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 6, 2022. Preceded in death by her husband Jeff of 45 years; parents, Anton & Eva Bauer; siblings, John (Maryls), Rudy (Mary), Barb, Gloria, and Diane; great-grandchildren, Penelope, Samuel, and Hope; brother-in-law, Eugene; and son-in-law, Daniel. Joyce...
Richard E. Larson
July 6, 2022
Richard E. Larson
Age 64 of Minneapolis, born October 26, 1957 in Minneapolis to Earl & LaVonne Larson, passed away July 6, 2022. He is preceded in death by his father, Earl and sister, Debbie Rooney. Rick will be dearly missed by his mother, LaVonne; brother, Gary Larson; brother-in-law, John Rooney; nieces and nephews: Jacob Rooney, Katie Rooney-Anderson, Sheldon Drew, Malissa...
Lawrence "Larry" Dobias
July 5, 2022
Lawrence “Larry” Dobias, age 87 of Hastings, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at The Pillars Hospice House with his loving wife, Jinnie by his side. Lawrence, the son of Vencil and Francis (Brey) Dobias, was born May 18, 1935 in Milroy, MN. Lawrence attended Milroy High School and graduated with the class of 1953. Following his education,...
Janet M. Kane
July 4, 2022
Janet M. Kane, age 62, of Austin, TX and Hastings, MN, passed away July 4, 2022. Janet was born on July 20, 1959 in Rochester, MN to Jacqueline and Joseph Kane. She grew up in Hastings, MN with her 6 siblings. She loved summers at the local pool, biking, playing sports, camping, fishing and being with family and friends....
Dennis J. Murphy
July 4, 2022
Dennis John Murphy, age 76, life-long resident of Antioch, Illinois, passed away surrounded by family on July 4, 2022 at his daughter’s home in Hastings, MN. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Delores and his wife, Kristyn. Dennis is survived by his sister, Karen (Steve); his 2 daughters, Sarah (Shawn) and Lisa (Chad); and his 7 grandchildren,...
Russell W. Lindemann
July 4, 2022
Russell W. Lindemann
Age 79, of Minneapolis, passed away July 4, 2022. Russ was a caring father and friend to many. He worked for the City of Minneapolis, owned a bar, drove cab, was a courier, Uber driver and also worked for and with his son. Russ was always willing to help, easy to talk to, was loved and will forever...
Wesley H. Roberts
July 3, 2022
Wesley H. Roberts, age 67, passed away peacefully after a long battle with ALS, on July 3, 2022 at home surrounded by family. Wes was born in Devils Lake, ND on September 4, 1954, to Bud and Kitty Roberts. He and his siblings had a very unique and adventurous upbringing, living in the Great Northern Hotel. After about 15...
Cindy Sue Metcalf
July 3, 2022
Metcalf, Cindy Sue
On July 3, 2022, Cindy Sue Metcalf, age 74, of Rosemount, MN, joined the Lord and her lifelong love Jack, who she has longed to return to since his passing. Cindy is now at peace by Jack’s side, and Jack by hers, as it always should and will be.
Born August 7, 1947, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Cindy was...
Rachel Lynn Zisler
June 30, 2022
Zisler, Rachel Lynn
Age 42 of Shakopee, was born to Jim Jones and Sandra Jones on August 18, 1979. She departed this earthly life on June 30, 2022, where she was greeted by her cherished cat, Nighty, and her beloved Grandpa Stotzheim. She is survived by her husband, Matt; her Jack Russell Terrier, Zob-E; her parents, Jim Jones of Burnsville, MN...
Allen R. Trapp
June 28, 2022
Allen R. "Al" Trapp, age 86, of Hastings, passed away at home June 28, 2022. He was born in Hastings, MN on February 19, 1936 to Kenneth and Bernadine Trapp. Al is preceded in death by his wife, Rose; his parents, Kenneth and Bernadine Trapp; and by his twin brother, Alvin. He is survived by his sons, Kim Neal,...
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