Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
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Robert Andrew Meckley
May 24, 2021
Age 89 of Eagan
Passed away peacefully on May 24, 2021.
Preceded in death by wife, Marjorie. Survived by children, Gary (Sandy), Diane (Dick) Bowen, and Tom (Kristi); grandchildren, Madison, Andrew, Brayden, Tyler, Zach, Sarah, and Liz.
He retired from the Air Force and Air National Guard as a Master Sergeant. He was a devoted husband, beloved father and grandfather.
Evening visitation 5-8pm, Tuesday,...
Candace E. "Candy" Coonrod
May 23, 2021
Candace E. Coonrod, age 67 of Prescott, Wisconsin, died peacefully at home following a brief battle with Melanoma on Sunday morning, May 23, 2021. Candace Elaine, the daughter of Jack and Marjorie (Wildes) Coonrod, was born on March 26, 1954, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Following her high school graduation, she continued her education in nursing and graduated from South...
Naoma M. Mike
May 21, 2021
Naoma M. Mike, age 83 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday morning, May 21, 2021, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Naoma May, the daughter of Alfred and Gertrude (Stone) Boyea, was born on January 10, 1938, in Fairchild, Wisconsin. Following her education, Naoma was blessed with seven wonderful, amazing, beautiful children. She was a longtime employee at Gemini...
Juanita Alice Stevens
May 21, 2021
Stevens, Juanita Alice
92, died Friday, May 21, 2021 at the Ebenezer Ridges Care Center as a result of severe pneumonia. A private funeral service will be held at the Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City, IA on Friday, May 28, 2021.
Juanita, known as “Nita” by her friends and family was born in Mason City, IA on February 20, 1929 to...
Beverly H. "Bev" Copher
May 20, 2021
Beverly H. "Bev" Copher, age 84 of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at The Gardens at Cannon Falls. Beverly Helen, the daughter of George and Linnea (Olson) Dahlen, was born on April 8, 1937, in Evansville, Minnesota. Following her education, Bev was active at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Evansville where she enjoyed participating in bible...
Garnet E. Anderson
May 18, 2021
Garnet E. Anderson, age 95 of Hastings, died peacefully on Tuesday evening, May 18, 2021, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Garnet Elaine, the daughter of Titus and Rose (Swanson) Weberg, was born on September 29, 1925, in White Rock, Minnesota. While attending Red Wing High School, Garnet was the Homecoming Queen and a runner up for the Winter...
Judy A. Iverson
May 15, 2021
Judith A. Iverson
Age 74 of Minneapolis, born August 24, 1946 in Minneapolis to Arthur & Delores Iverson, passed away peacefully in her sleep May 15, 2021.
Judy was a lifelong educator for the Minneapolis Public School District.
She is preceded in death by her sister, Marlys Fiedler.
Judy will be dearly missed by her sons, Leonard Johnson and Eric (Judy) Iverson; grandchildren: Jasmine,...
John Atvars Jr.
May 12, 2021
John Atvars Jr., age 70, of Hastings, passed away May 12, 2021. He was born in Blue Earth, MN on March 5, 1951 to John and Elsia Atvars. John attended St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran School through 8th grade and graduated in 1969 from St. Croix Lutheran High School in West St. Paul. He earned his degree of Associate Arts...
Charles A. "Chuck" Russell
May 12, 2021
Charles A. “Chuck” Russell, age 65, of Hastings, passed away May 12, 2021. He was born on September 26, 1955 in Minneapolis to Eleanor and Dean Russell. He married Renae M. Munger on September 11, 1982 in Hastings. He was a loving father, wonderful husband, a kind, caring and compassionate man, who had a massive sense of humor. He...
Joseph P. "Joe" Grinnell
May 10, 2021
Joseph (Joe) Patrick Grinnell Born April 13, 1967 in Monterey, CA, to parents Donald Prescott Grinnell of Arlington, MA, and Margaret (Peggy) Ann (McMahon) Grinnell of Wauwatosa, WI. On May 10, 2021, Joe was welcomed into the heavenly arms of his mother. Preceded in death by his beloved mother, nephew Tyler James Grinnell, and treasured dogs Lady, Hershey, and...
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...
Robert Andrew Meckley
May 24, 2021
Age 89 of Eagan
Passed away peacefully on May 24, 2021.
Preceded in death by wife, Marjorie. Survived by children, Gary (Sandy), Diane (Dick) Bowen, and Tom (Kristi); grandchildren, Madison, Andrew, Brayden, Tyler, Zach, Sarah, and Liz.
He retired from the Air Force and Air National Guard as a Master Sergeant. He was a devoted husband, beloved father and grandfather.
Evening visitation 5-8pm, Tuesday,...
Candace E. "Candy" Coonrod
May 23, 2021
Candace E. Coonrod, age 67 of Prescott, Wisconsin, died peacefully at home following a brief battle with Melanoma on Sunday morning, May 23, 2021. Candace Elaine, the daughter of Jack and Marjorie (Wildes) Coonrod, was born on March 26, 1954, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Following her high school graduation, she continued her education in nursing and graduated from South...
Naoma M. Mike
May 21, 2021
Naoma M. Mike, age 83 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday morning, May 21, 2021, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Naoma May, the daughter of Alfred and Gertrude (Stone) Boyea, was born on January 10, 1938, in Fairchild, Wisconsin. Following her education, Naoma was blessed with seven wonderful, amazing, beautiful children. She was a longtime employee at Gemini...
Juanita Alice Stevens
May 21, 2021
Stevens, Juanita Alice
92, died Friday, May 21, 2021 at the Ebenezer Ridges Care Center as a result of severe pneumonia. A private funeral service will be held at the Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City, IA on Friday, May 28, 2021.
Juanita, known as “Nita” by her friends and family was born in Mason City, IA on February 20, 1929 to...
Beverly H. "Bev" Copher
May 20, 2021
Beverly H. "Bev" Copher, age 84 of Hastings, died peacefully on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at The Gardens at Cannon Falls. Beverly Helen, the daughter of George and Linnea (Olson) Dahlen, was born on April 8, 1937, in Evansville, Minnesota. Following her education, Bev was active at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Evansville where she enjoyed participating in bible...
Garnet E. Anderson
May 18, 2021
Garnet E. Anderson, age 95 of Hastings, died peacefully on Tuesday evening, May 18, 2021, at Regina Senior Living in Hastings. Garnet Elaine, the daughter of Titus and Rose (Swanson) Weberg, was born on September 29, 1925, in White Rock, Minnesota. While attending Red Wing High School, Garnet was the Homecoming Queen and a runner up for the Winter...
Judy A. Iverson
May 15, 2021
Judith A. Iverson
Age 74 of Minneapolis, born August 24, 1946 in Minneapolis to Arthur & Delores Iverson, passed away peacefully in her sleep May 15, 2021.
Judy was a lifelong educator for the Minneapolis Public School District.
She is preceded in death by her sister, Marlys Fiedler.
Judy will be dearly missed by her sons, Leonard Johnson and Eric (Judy) Iverson; grandchildren: Jasmine,...
John Atvars Jr.
May 12, 2021
John Atvars Jr., age 70, of Hastings, passed away May 12, 2021. He was born in Blue Earth, MN on March 5, 1951 to John and Elsia Atvars. John attended St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran School through 8th grade and graduated in 1969 from St. Croix Lutheran High School in West St. Paul. He earned his degree of Associate Arts...
Charles A. "Chuck" Russell
May 12, 2021
Charles A. “Chuck” Russell, age 65, of Hastings, passed away May 12, 2021. He was born on September 26, 1955 in Minneapolis to Eleanor and Dean Russell. He married Renae M. Munger on September 11, 1982 in Hastings. He was a loving father, wonderful husband, a kind, caring and compassionate man, who had a massive sense of humor. He...
Joseph P. "Joe" Grinnell
May 10, 2021
Joseph (Joe) Patrick Grinnell Born April 13, 1967 in Monterey, CA, to parents Donald Prescott Grinnell of Arlington, MA, and Margaret (Peggy) Ann (McMahon) Grinnell of Wauwatosa, WI. On May 10, 2021, Joe was welcomed into the heavenly arms of his mother. Preceded in death by his beloved mother, nephew Tyler James Grinnell, and treasured dogs Lady, Hershey, and...
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...
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