Obituaries
Obituaries for Starkson Family
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Richard Nickolas Bauer
October 27, 2026
Richard N. Bauer, age 91, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Richard was born on March 28, 1935, on the family farm in Hastings, to Christ and Gertrude (Wolff) Bauer. He grew up on the farm with his two sisters, Evelyn and Jeanette, and remained on that same property his entire life. As...
Betty Lou Salzwedel
October 26, 2026
Betty Lou Salzwedel, age 90, of Hastings MN, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, at Benedictine Living Community. Betty Lou was born on April 19, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to Reinhold and Frieda (Rauch) Schultz. Growing up in Tinley Park, she graduated from Carl Sandburg High School in Orland Park, Illinois. Later she continued her education at Silver Cross...
Dorothy Mae Swanson
October 25, 2026
Dorothy Mae Swanson was born March 8, 1926 on a family farm in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, to Frank & Florence (Hagman) Johnson. The oldest of seven children - five brothers & one sister - she grew up with responsibility woven into her earliest years. She attended country school through eighth grade. When it came time for high school, it meant...
Jeffrey Alan Marcolina
October 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jeffrey Alan Marcolina
April 8, 1961 – October 24, 2026
Jeffrey Alan Marcolina, lovingly known as Jeff, passed away on October 24, 2026, at the age of 65. He will be remembered for his brilliant mind, adventurous spirit, honesty, strong faith, and, above all, his unwavering love and dedication to his family.
Born on April 8, 1961, in Joliet,...
Jenni Johnson
October 20, 2026
Jenni Johnson
Age 48 of Hastings, went to be with the Lord on October 20, 2026.
Preceded in death by her mother, Kathie Johnson.
Survived by her daughters, Brittany (Levi) Lashbrook and Jaidyn Johnson; father, Orville Johnson; brothers, Jason (Melinda) Johnson and Corey Johnson; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Jenni was very devout in her faith and her church family was important...
Justin Robert Mueller
October 19, 2026
With heavy hearts, the Mueller family announces the unexpected passing of Justin Robert Mueller on October 19, 2026, at age 47.
Justin was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, to Gary and Karen (Carlson) Mueller. As a child, he enjoyed football and basketball, and he graduated from Roncalli High School in 1997.
As an adult, Justin owned and operated “Juices Bar & Grill” in...
Nathan John Hochmuth
October 18, 2026
Nathan J. Hochmuth, age 55, of Hastings, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Nate was born on June 15, 1971, to Rev. Donald and Chloe (Diedrich) Hochmuth. He grew up in Mason City, Iowa, with his three brothers. He graduated from St. Croix Lutheran High School in West St. Paul and went on to...
Jeanette C. (Frederick) Byron
October 17, 2026
Jeanette Catherine Byron, Grandma Jett as she was affectionately known, age 99 of Waseca, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at Lakeshore Assisted Living in Waseca.
The daughter of Otto and Gerte (Huntington) Frederick, Jeanette was born in Waseca, Minnesota on March 22, 1927, the second of four children. She started school at District 17 in Waseca County, later attending...
Alois "Ollie" William Reinardy
October 16, 2026
Alois “Ollie” William Reinardy, age 93 of Hastings, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, October 16, 2026.
He was born on March 23, 1933 to Mathias and Magdaline Reinardy in New Trier, MN. Ollie went to New Trier School and was an avid member of SEAS church. He married Marilyn Esther Paulson in June of 1955 and they...
Alvin "Al" H. Thomas
October 16, 2026
Alvin “Al” H. Thomas
Age 86 of Prescott, WI, formerly of Hastings, MN, went home to be with his wife, Germaine Thomas, on October 16, 2026.
Alvin was born on August 17, 1940 to Peter & Anna Thomas in New Market, MN. He married Germaine Chester on January 14, 1960 in Faribault, MN. Alvin worked as a truck driver for his whole...
Zackary Wayne Wahlstrom
October 10, 2026
Zackary Wayne Wahlstrom passed away peacefully at the young age of 36 on October 10, 2026, in Tampa, Florida.
Zackary was born in Hastings, Minnesota to Anisa Back-Van Vleet and Eric Wahlstrom. He was also son to Yvette Wahlstrom and Andrew Van Vleet who all loved him so very much.
Zack lived a creative and full life. He was a very dedicated...
Linda Sue Olson
October 10, 2026
Linda Olson, age 60, passed away on October 10, 2026.
Linda was born on February 10, 1966, at Riverview Hospital to Carol J. and Henrietta Olson. She grew up in Saint Paul and Oakdale and attended Tartan High School. Throughout her life, Linda worked for Sodexo Food Service at the West Publishing Building in Eagan , Hy-Vee foods in Oakdale and...
Robert John Chandler
October 10, 2026
In loving memory of Robert John Chandler, a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who passed away suddenly, surrounded by his family, on October 10, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on January 4, 1965, in Hastings, Robert was a beacon of love and strength, whose presence will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege to know...
Dennis Richard Schmidt
October 7, 2026
Dennis Schmidt, age 77, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center.
Dennis was born on June 24, 1949, in Wabasha, Minnesota to Clarence “Boop” and Marcella Schmidt. He grew up attending Pepin Hall School, a small, two-room country school where he was one of just eight students in his eighth-grade graduating class....
Michael David Ward
October 6, 2026
Michael “Mike” Ward, age 80, of Lakeville, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2026.
Mike was born May 13, 1946, in Bertha, Minnesota, to Robert Ward and Aletia (Anderson) Patri. He grew up with his sister, Pat, on the family farm near Staples, Minnesota. A farm boy at heart, Mike’s roots stayed with him throughout his life, and...
Muriel E Gavin
September 27, 2026
Muriel Gavin, age 86, of Hastings, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at her home.
Muriel was born on April 24, 1940, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the daughter of Harford Warren Hill and Florence Mae Cilley. She graduated from Marshall High School in Southeast Minneapolis with the Class of 1959 and later took college courses at the University of Minnesota Twin...
Phyllis Darlene Reilly
September 26, 2026
Phyllis Reilly passed away on September 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in River Falls, Wisconsin, on March 2, 1959, to Alice and Orval Biel.
Phyllis grew up on a farm in Spring Valley with her five siblings. She graduated from Menomonie High School with the Class of 1977. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University...
Avard "Andy" Robert Anderson
September 25, 2026
Avard “Andy” Robert Anderson
December 9, 1943 – September 25, 2026
Avard “Andy” Robert Anderson passed away peacefully September 25, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by his family.
A lifelong resident of Hastings, Minnesota, Andy was born on December 9, 1943. On August 24, 1963, he married the love of his life, Barbara Louise Fellman, with whom he shared 58 wonderful...
Timothy Jay Filler
September 23, 2026
Timothy Jay Filler, age 70, of Hastings, formerly of Drake, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026.
Tim was born December 28, 1955, to Wesley Filler and Aileen Voelz (Jans) in Williston, North Dakota. He was one of three children, along with his siblings, Tom and Tracy. Tim grew up in North Dakota and was proud of where he...
Marvin G. Fritz
September 20, 2026
Marvin G. Fritz was born on October 14th, 1937, in Woodman Township, Wisconsin, to Virgil and Irene Fritz, passed away at his home in Hampton, MN on September 20th, 2026.
Marvin graduated from Boscobel High School in 1955 and recently had the pleasure of attending his 71st High School Class reunion this past August.
Marvin married Verene Wetter on June 27th, 1958....
Richard Nickolas Bauer
October 27, 2026
Richard N. Bauer, age 91, of Hastings, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Richard was born on March 28, 1935, on the family farm in Hastings, to Christ and Gertrude (Wolff) Bauer. He grew up on the farm with his two sisters, Evelyn and Jeanette, and remained on that same property his entire life. As...
Betty Lou Salzwedel
October 26, 2026
Betty Lou Salzwedel, age 90, of Hastings MN, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, at Benedictine Living Community. Betty Lou was born on April 19, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to Reinhold and Frieda (Rauch) Schultz. Growing up in Tinley Park, she graduated from Carl Sandburg High School in Orland Park, Illinois. Later she continued her education at Silver Cross...
Dorothy Mae Swanson
October 25, 2026
Dorothy Mae Swanson was born March 8, 1926 on a family farm in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, to Frank & Florence (Hagman) Johnson. The oldest of seven children - five brothers & one sister - she grew up with responsibility woven into her earliest years. She attended country school through eighth grade. When it came time for high school, it meant...
Jeffrey Alan Marcolina
October 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jeffrey Alan Marcolina
April 8, 1961 – October 24, 2026
Jeffrey Alan Marcolina, lovingly known as Jeff, passed away on October 24, 2026, at the age of 65. He will be remembered for his brilliant mind, adventurous spirit, honesty, strong faith, and, above all, his unwavering love and dedication to his family.
Born on April 8, 1961, in Joliet,...
Jenni Johnson
October 20, 2026
Jenni Johnson
Age 48 of Hastings, went to be with the Lord on October 20, 2026.
Preceded in death by her mother, Kathie Johnson.
Survived by her daughters, Brittany (Levi) Lashbrook and Jaidyn Johnson; father, Orville Johnson; brothers, Jason (Melinda) Johnson and Corey Johnson; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Jenni was very devout in her faith and her church family was important...
Justin Robert Mueller
October 19, 2026
With heavy hearts, the Mueller family announces the unexpected passing of Justin Robert Mueller on October 19, 2026, at age 47.
Justin was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, to Gary and Karen (Carlson) Mueller. As a child, he enjoyed football and basketball, and he graduated from Roncalli High School in 1997.
As an adult, Justin owned and operated “Juices Bar & Grill” in...
Nathan John Hochmuth
October 18, 2026
Nathan J. Hochmuth, age 55, of Hastings, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Nate was born on June 15, 1971, to Rev. Donald and Chloe (Diedrich) Hochmuth. He grew up in Mason City, Iowa, with his three brothers. He graduated from St. Croix Lutheran High School in West St. Paul and went on to...
Jeanette C. (Frederick) Byron
October 17, 2026
Jeanette Catherine Byron, Grandma Jett as she was affectionately known, age 99 of Waseca, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at Lakeshore Assisted Living in Waseca.
The daughter of Otto and Gerte (Huntington) Frederick, Jeanette was born in Waseca, Minnesota on March 22, 1927, the second of four children. She started school at District 17 in Waseca County, later attending...
Alois "Ollie" William Reinardy
October 16, 2026
Alois “Ollie” William Reinardy, age 93 of Hastings, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, October 16, 2026.
He was born on March 23, 1933 to Mathias and Magdaline Reinardy in New Trier, MN. Ollie went to New Trier School and was an avid member of SEAS church. He married Marilyn Esther Paulson in June of 1955 and they...
Alvin "Al" H. Thomas
October 16, 2026
Alvin “Al” H. Thomas
Age 86 of Prescott, WI, formerly of Hastings, MN, went home to be with his wife, Germaine Thomas, on October 16, 2026.
Alvin was born on August 17, 1940 to Peter & Anna Thomas in New Market, MN. He married Germaine Chester on January 14, 1960 in Faribault, MN. Alvin worked as a truck driver for his whole...
Zackary Wayne Wahlstrom
October 10, 2026
Zackary Wayne Wahlstrom passed away peacefully at the young age of 36 on October 10, 2026, in Tampa, Florida.
Zackary was born in Hastings, Minnesota to Anisa Back-Van Vleet and Eric Wahlstrom. He was also son to Yvette Wahlstrom and Andrew Van Vleet who all loved him so very much.
Zack lived a creative and full life. He was a very dedicated...
Linda Sue Olson
October 10, 2026
Linda Olson, age 60, passed away on October 10, 2026.
Linda was born on February 10, 1966, at Riverview Hospital to Carol J. and Henrietta Olson. She grew up in Saint Paul and Oakdale and attended Tartan High School. Throughout her life, Linda worked for Sodexo Food Service at the West Publishing Building in Eagan , Hy-Vee foods in Oakdale and...
Robert John Chandler
October 10, 2026
In loving memory of Robert John Chandler, a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who passed away suddenly, surrounded by his family, on October 10, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on January 4, 1965, in Hastings, Robert was a beacon of love and strength, whose presence will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege to know...
Dennis Richard Schmidt
October 7, 2026
Dennis Schmidt, age 77, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center.
Dennis was born on June 24, 1949, in Wabasha, Minnesota to Clarence “Boop” and Marcella Schmidt. He grew up attending Pepin Hall School, a small, two-room country school where he was one of just eight students in his eighth-grade graduating class....
Michael David Ward
October 6, 2026
Michael “Mike” Ward, age 80, of Lakeville, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2026.
Mike was born May 13, 1946, in Bertha, Minnesota, to Robert Ward and Aletia (Anderson) Patri. He grew up with his sister, Pat, on the family farm near Staples, Minnesota. A farm boy at heart, Mike’s roots stayed with him throughout his life, and...
Muriel E Gavin
September 27, 2026
Muriel Gavin, age 86, of Hastings, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at her home.
Muriel was born on April 24, 1940, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the daughter of Harford Warren Hill and Florence Mae Cilley. She graduated from Marshall High School in Southeast Minneapolis with the Class of 1959 and later took college courses at the University of Minnesota Twin...
Phyllis Darlene Reilly
September 26, 2026
Phyllis Reilly passed away on September 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in River Falls, Wisconsin, on March 2, 1959, to Alice and Orval Biel.
Phyllis grew up on a farm in Spring Valley with her five siblings. She graduated from Menomonie High School with the Class of 1977. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University...
Avard "Andy" Robert Anderson
September 25, 2026
Avard “Andy” Robert Anderson
December 9, 1943 – September 25, 2026
Avard “Andy” Robert Anderson passed away peacefully September 25, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by his family.
A lifelong resident of Hastings, Minnesota, Andy was born on December 9, 1943. On August 24, 1963, he married the love of his life, Barbara Louise Fellman, with whom he shared 58 wonderful...
Timothy Jay Filler
September 23, 2026
Timothy Jay Filler, age 70, of Hastings, formerly of Drake, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026.
Tim was born December 28, 1955, to Wesley Filler and Aileen Voelz (Jans) in Williston, North Dakota. He was one of three children, along with his siblings, Tom and Tracy. Tim grew up in North Dakota and was proud of where he...
Marvin G. Fritz
September 20, 2026
Marvin G. Fritz was born on October 14th, 1937, in Woodman Township, Wisconsin, to Virgil and Irene Fritz, passed away at his home in Hampton, MN on September 20th, 2026.
Marvin graduated from Boscobel High School in 1955 and recently had the pleasure of attending his 71st High School Class reunion this past August.
Marvin married Verene Wetter on June 27th, 1958....
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