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Leatrice A. Eischens
May 10, 2021
Eischens, Leatrice A., age 92 of Hastings, passed away on May 10, 2021 in Hastings, MN. Survived by son, Walter Eischens; daughter, SandyVanDe Putte; sister Evon Marquardt, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren Private family services will be held.
Lola Marie Burr
May 10, 2021
Lola Marie Burr, age 75, of Hastings, passed away at United Hospital on May 10, 2021. She was born in Dawson, MN to Ralph and Cora (Haukos) Ernst on September 3, 1945. She married John Burr on December 13, 1970. Lola was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Burr. She is survived by her children, Carlene Kulhanke,...
Russell "Russ" I. Hanson
May 9, 2021
Russell I. "Russ" Hanson, age 83, of Hastings, passed away May 9, 2021. He was born in Albert Lea, MN on October 5, 1937 to Irvin and Florence Hanson. Russ married Patricia Jensen on June 29, 1968 in Litchfield, MN. He taught mathematics for 31 years at Rochester Community and Technical College and formed deep bonds with his colleagues...
Frank Swanson
May 9, 2021
Swanson, Frank Age 76 of Madison, MN. Passed away on May 9, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, Algot & Lillian; brother, Edward; twin brother, Martin; and grandson, Cody. Survived by his children, Scott (Stacy), James, Wanda (Mohan) and Melissa; grandchildren, Ashley (Greg), Margaret, Azel, Tazsha, Damian, Keira and Mia; great-grandson, Aidan; sisters, Caroline and Ann (Dean); many nieces,...
Rylie L. Hayes
May 8, 2021
Rylie L. Hayes,
Age 23, of River Falls, formerly of St. Michael, born February 6, 1998 in Minneapolis to Lisa and Jamie, passed away unexpectedly, May 8, 2021.
Rylie loved her family and friends more than anything. She took pride in her roles as a sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. She was always the light in the room and found joy in...
Kathleen "Kathy" Tibbits
May 7, 2021
Kathleen "Kathy" Tibbits, age 84 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Friday evening, May 7, 2021, at Marantha Care Center in Brooklyn Center. Kathleen Ann, the daughter of Cliff and Elsie (Nissen) Petrick, was born on June 18, 1936, in Ortonville, Minnesota. At a young age, Kathy's family moved to Montana where she graduated from Glascow...
J.R. "Dick" Matsch
May 7, 2021
J.R. “Dick” Matsch, 89, of Wisconsin Rapids passed away on Friday, May 7, 2021. Dick was an only child of Leo and Mae Matsch and born in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was a 1950 graduate of Hastings High School and a 1954 graduate of the College of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota. While in college, he was with ROTC,...
Mary L. Zweber
May 5, 2021
Mary L. Zweber, age 90 of Hastings, died peacefully on Wednesday evening, May 5, 2021, at Hastings Health and Rehabilitation ~ Augustana. Mary LaDonna, the daughter of William and Clara (Nielsen) Ring, was born on June 3, 1930, in Minneapolis. Following her graduation from South High School in Minneapolis with the class of 1949, Mary was united in marriage...
Susan "Sue" Doerr
May 5, 2021
Susan "Sue" Doerr, age 60 of Hastings, died peacefully following a brief illness on Wednesday afternoon, May 5, 2021, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Susan Ella, the daughter of Orville and Angie (Niebling) Doerr, was born on July 22, 1960, in Red Wing, Minnesota. Following her education at Hastings High School, Sue was united in marriage to Randy...
Elaine M. Mingo
May 4, 2021
Elaine M. Mingo, age 65 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on Tuesday evening, May 4, 2021. Elaine Marie, the daughter of Othmar and Andrina (Gerold) Kuechle, was born on February 20, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Following her graduation from South St. Paul High School, Elaine was united in marriage to Michael Mingo in 1989. She was preceded...
Janell L. Stiel
May 1, 2021
Janell Stiel, age 61 of Hastings, went home to be with her Lord on May 1, 2021 at United Hospital. Janell Lynette was born November 4, 1959 in Rush City. She later attended Hastings High School and graduated with the class of 1978. Many of her friends and family would call her "Nellie." She worked several years with The...
Matthew J. Maher
April 29, 2021
Matthew (Matt) John Maher, age 47, was born on December 26th, 1973 to Jim and Jane Maher in Hastings, MN. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, April 29, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma that was fought with a positive attitude and HOPE. Matt attended St Elizabeth Ann Seton School (formerly Hastings Parochial School) and...
Harold C. Bauer
April 29, 2021
There's now a polka party in heaven. Harold Bauer, husband, father, farmer and friend passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the age of 93. Harold was born September 27, 1927 to Nicholas and Margaret Bauer. Harold was an award winning dairy farmer, working his parent's farm in Hastings until 1970 and then farming in Maiden Rock, WI. In...
Tyler N. Kavitz
April 29, 2021
Tyler Nicholas Kavitz was born 4/15/02 and passed away suddenly 4/29/21. He was born in Hastings, MN to Nicholas Kavitz and Rebecca Maloney. Tyler was loved beyond measure by his family, friends, and anyone he happened to meet. Tyler attended school in Hastings, and most recently at DCALS. Laughing and joking was second nature to Tyler! He was the...
Laverne Hreha Montag
April 28, 2021
Hreha Montag, LaVerne Age 95 of Apple Valley, passed away on April 28, 2021. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph William Hreha; son, Robert Hreha; brother, Thomas Havir; and sister, Ruth Dilger. Survived by her husband, Patrick Montag; children, William (Connie) Hreha and Patricia (Terrence) Cook; stepchildren, Mary (Jim), Mark (Peg), Michelle and Colleen (Jim); numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nieces,...
Dorothy Nelson
April 27, 2021
Dorothy Jean Nelson, age 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 27, 2021 at the home of her daughter and son in law Rebekah and Brian Green where she had been residing, she has now gone to be with her Lord. The daughter of Wilson and Lydia (Milner) Robinson, she was born in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan on October...
Rosemarie Charlotte White "Romi"
April 27, 2021
Rosemarie Charlotte White (nee Hassett)“Romi”Age 92 of Burnsville, born November 7, 1928 in St. Paul, MN to Edward & Grace Hassett passed away peacefully April 27, 2021.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, John “Jack”; an infant son; daughter, Stephanie; granddaughter, Heather and sister, Kathleen Plestch.
Rosemarie will be dearly missed by her children: Jeffrey (Mary) of...
Lorraine C. Westley
April 26, 2021
Lorraine Constance Westley was born on May 27th, 1927 in International Falls, Minnesota and died on April 26th, 2021. She lived in Bloomington, MN, for over 45 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey “Wes” Westley, sisters Gloria and Delphine, brother Ronald, parents Helge and Nellie Palmquist, and granddaughter Emily Olsen. She is survived by her...
Rev. Gloria Jean Swanson
April 26, 2021
Swanson, Gloria Jean Age 74 of Rosemount, died on April 26, 2021. Preceded in death by her parents, Gussie & Babe Swanson of Lake Bronson, MN; and sisters, Darlynn Joy Ellingson and Sharon Lee Lindstrom. Survived by her husband, Rev. Don Knudson; stepdaughters, Karla (Jeff) Wiegrefe and Kristin (Adrian) Gaytan; 21 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Kathy (Bruce) Engstrom; aunt, Leatrice...
James C. Herberg "Whitey"
April 25, 2021
James C. Herberg
“Whitey”
Age 89 of South Minneapolis, born March 1, 1932 to Edward and Ovidia Herberg, peacefully passed away at home April 25, 2021.
Jim graduated from South High in Minneapolis and loved living here. He enjoyed going golfing with friends, watching the Twins and dancing. He was truly the life of the party.
He was stationed in Guam, proudly serving in...
Leatrice A. Eischens
May 10, 2021
Eischens, Leatrice A., age 92 of Hastings, passed away on May 10, 2021 in Hastings, MN. Survived by son, Walter Eischens; daughter, SandyVanDe Putte; sister Evon Marquardt, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren Private family services will be held.
Lola Marie Burr
May 10, 2021
Lola Marie Burr, age 75, of Hastings, passed away at United Hospital on May 10, 2021. She was born in Dawson, MN to Ralph and Cora (Haukos) Ernst on September 3, 1945. She married John Burr on December 13, 1970. Lola was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Burr. She is survived by her children, Carlene Kulhanke,...
Russell "Russ" I. Hanson
May 9, 2021
Russell I. "Russ" Hanson, age 83, of Hastings, passed away May 9, 2021. He was born in Albert Lea, MN on October 5, 1937 to Irvin and Florence Hanson. Russ married Patricia Jensen on June 29, 1968 in Litchfield, MN. He taught mathematics for 31 years at Rochester Community and Technical College and formed deep bonds with his colleagues...
Frank Swanson
May 9, 2021
Swanson, Frank Age 76 of Madison, MN. Passed away on May 9, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, Algot & Lillian; brother, Edward; twin brother, Martin; and grandson, Cody. Survived by his children, Scott (Stacy), James, Wanda (Mohan) and Melissa; grandchildren, Ashley (Greg), Margaret, Azel, Tazsha, Damian, Keira and Mia; great-grandson, Aidan; sisters, Caroline and Ann (Dean); many nieces,...
Rylie L. Hayes
May 8, 2021
Rylie L. Hayes,
Age 23, of River Falls, formerly of St. Michael, born February 6, 1998 in Minneapolis to Lisa and Jamie, passed away unexpectedly, May 8, 2021.
Rylie loved her family and friends more than anything. She took pride in her roles as a sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. She was always the light in the room and found joy in...
Kathleen "Kathy" Tibbits
May 7, 2021
Kathleen "Kathy" Tibbits, age 84 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Friday evening, May 7, 2021, at Marantha Care Center in Brooklyn Center. Kathleen Ann, the daughter of Cliff and Elsie (Nissen) Petrick, was born on June 18, 1936, in Ortonville, Minnesota. At a young age, Kathy's family moved to Montana where she graduated from Glascow...
J.R. "Dick" Matsch
May 7, 2021
J.R. “Dick” Matsch, 89, of Wisconsin Rapids passed away on Friday, May 7, 2021. Dick was an only child of Leo and Mae Matsch and born in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was a 1950 graduate of Hastings High School and a 1954 graduate of the College of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota. While in college, he was with ROTC,...
Mary L. Zweber
May 5, 2021
Mary L. Zweber, age 90 of Hastings, died peacefully on Wednesday evening, May 5, 2021, at Hastings Health and Rehabilitation ~ Augustana. Mary LaDonna, the daughter of William and Clara (Nielsen) Ring, was born on June 3, 1930, in Minneapolis. Following her graduation from South High School in Minneapolis with the class of 1949, Mary was united in marriage...
Susan "Sue" Doerr
May 5, 2021
Susan "Sue" Doerr, age 60 of Hastings, died peacefully following a brief illness on Wednesday afternoon, May 5, 2021, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Susan Ella, the daughter of Orville and Angie (Niebling) Doerr, was born on July 22, 1960, in Red Wing, Minnesota. Following her education at Hastings High School, Sue was united in marriage to Randy...
Elaine M. Mingo
May 4, 2021
Elaine M. Mingo, age 65 of Hastings, died peacefully at home on Tuesday evening, May 4, 2021. Elaine Marie, the daughter of Othmar and Andrina (Gerold) Kuechle, was born on February 20, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Following her graduation from South St. Paul High School, Elaine was united in marriage to Michael Mingo in 1989. She was preceded...
Janell L. Stiel
May 1, 2021
Janell Stiel, age 61 of Hastings, went home to be with her Lord on May 1, 2021 at United Hospital. Janell Lynette was born November 4, 1959 in Rush City. She later attended Hastings High School and graduated with the class of 1978. Many of her friends and family would call her "Nellie." She worked several years with The...
Matthew J. Maher
April 29, 2021
Matthew (Matt) John Maher, age 47, was born on December 26th, 1973 to Jim and Jane Maher in Hastings, MN. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, April 29, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma that was fought with a positive attitude and HOPE. Matt attended St Elizabeth Ann Seton School (formerly Hastings Parochial School) and...
Harold C. Bauer
April 29, 2021
There's now a polka party in heaven. Harold Bauer, husband, father, farmer and friend passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the age of 93. Harold was born September 27, 1927 to Nicholas and Margaret Bauer. Harold was an award winning dairy farmer, working his parent's farm in Hastings until 1970 and then farming in Maiden Rock, WI. In...
Tyler N. Kavitz
April 29, 2021
Tyler Nicholas Kavitz was born 4/15/02 and passed away suddenly 4/29/21. He was born in Hastings, MN to Nicholas Kavitz and Rebecca Maloney. Tyler was loved beyond measure by his family, friends, and anyone he happened to meet. Tyler attended school in Hastings, and most recently at DCALS. Laughing and joking was second nature to Tyler! He was the...
Laverne Hreha Montag
April 28, 2021
Hreha Montag, LaVerne Age 95 of Apple Valley, passed away on April 28, 2021. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph William Hreha; son, Robert Hreha; brother, Thomas Havir; and sister, Ruth Dilger. Survived by her husband, Patrick Montag; children, William (Connie) Hreha and Patricia (Terrence) Cook; stepchildren, Mary (Jim), Mark (Peg), Michelle and Colleen (Jim); numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nieces,...
Dorothy Nelson
April 27, 2021
Dorothy Jean Nelson, age 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 27, 2021 at the home of her daughter and son in law Rebekah and Brian Green where she had been residing, she has now gone to be with her Lord. The daughter of Wilson and Lydia (Milner) Robinson, she was born in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan on October...
Rosemarie Charlotte White "Romi"
April 27, 2021
Rosemarie Charlotte White (nee Hassett)“Romi”Age 92 of Burnsville, born November 7, 1928 in St. Paul, MN to Edward & Grace Hassett passed away peacefully April 27, 2021.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, John “Jack”; an infant son; daughter, Stephanie; granddaughter, Heather and sister, Kathleen Plestch.
Rosemarie will be dearly missed by her children: Jeffrey (Mary) of...
Lorraine C. Westley
April 26, 2021
Lorraine Constance Westley was born on May 27th, 1927 in International Falls, Minnesota and died on April 26th, 2021. She lived in Bloomington, MN, for over 45 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey “Wes” Westley, sisters Gloria and Delphine, brother Ronald, parents Helge and Nellie Palmquist, and granddaughter Emily Olsen. She is survived by her...
Rev. Gloria Jean Swanson
April 26, 2021
Swanson, Gloria Jean Age 74 of Rosemount, died on April 26, 2021. Preceded in death by her parents, Gussie & Babe Swanson of Lake Bronson, MN; and sisters, Darlynn Joy Ellingson and Sharon Lee Lindstrom. Survived by her husband, Rev. Don Knudson; stepdaughters, Karla (Jeff) Wiegrefe and Kristin (Adrian) Gaytan; 21 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Kathy (Bruce) Engstrom; aunt, Leatrice...
James C. Herberg "Whitey"
April 25, 2021
James C. Herberg
“Whitey”
Age 89 of South Minneapolis, born March 1, 1932 to Edward and Ovidia Herberg, peacefully passed away at home April 25, 2021.
Jim graduated from South High in Minneapolis and loved living here. He enjoyed going golfing with friends, watching the Twins and dancing. He was truly the life of the party.
He was stationed in Guam, proudly serving in...
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