Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel

Marguerita M. Marschall, age 92, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Therese Senior Living in Shoreview on Thursday afternoon, November 21, 2024. Marguerita was born in Hastings, Minnesota to Louis and Margaret (Gerlach) Eckart. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, George G. Marschall; daughter, Margaret Mary; son, John; son-in-law, Clint Paulson; brother, Bernard Eckert; and grandpuppy, Raleigh. She is survived by her daughter, Janine Paulson; son, Deacon Jim (Jennifer) Marschall; and daughter-in-law, Tami Anderson. Also, by her grandchildren Amy (Mike Keegan) Marschall, Nicole Marschall (fianc?e, Dan Allen), Amanda Ferrill, Grant Paulson, Brooke Paulson...

John Henry Taube, "Brother Bernie", age 91 passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024. A member of the order of the Sacred Heart of Jesus from after the 8th grade to his retirement. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2024 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, New Trier with visitation one hour prior to the time of the Mass. Interment at the parish cemetery. For online condolences visit www.hastingsmnfuneral.com.

John Henry Taube, "Brother Bernie", age 91 passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024 in Farmington, MN. John was born on August 8, 1932, to Henry and Gertrude (Tutewohl) Taube on a farmstead in Cannon Falls, MN. His love for farming continued from his younger years, as he joined the order of the Sacred Heart of Jesus after 8th grade with the plan to manage the farming portion of the Ministry. On March 19, 1950, he professed and from then on was known as Brother Bernard Taube, SCJ. At the age of 58, he graduated from Cardinal Stritch College in Milwaukee with a bachelor's degree in sociology. Following graduation, he worked for several years with Milwaukee's SET Ministries and then in Madison...

Bonnie Lou Hagedorn Jensen, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 31st, 2024 at Eagan Pointe Senior Living. She was born on October 11th, 1938 to Everett Hagedorn and Kathryn Carlson Hagedorn of Royal, IA. She was baptized and confirmed in Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Royal, IA. Bonnie graduated in 1956 from Royal High School, Royal, IA where she excelled in music and sports. She was a star forward on the basketball team playing in two state tournaments. She married Richard A. Jensen (Dick) on the 8th of September 1957. Bonnie Jensen and her husband, the Rev. Dr. Richard A. Jensen, served as American Lutheran Church missionaries at Mekane Yesus Seminary, Addis...

Thomas "Tom" Keto, age 81, of Hastings, MN (formerly of Quincy, MA) was called home by his Heavenly Father on March 12 at Regina/Benedictine Community Living Hastings, MN. He is survived by daughters Donna (Stew) Jordison, Frederick, CO and Alanna Keller (Joe Aho) River Falls, WI. Grandchildren Mark, Scott and Matthew Jordison of Frederick Dan (Bree) Keller of Arvada, CO; Ian, Madeline and Marissa Keller of River Falls; two brothers and two sisters. Services will be at Starkson FLCC, Hastings MN 55033 www.hastingsmnfuneral.com

Lorna Lee Sandkamp, age 85 of Vermillion, passed away suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday morning, January 31, 2024. Lorna Lee, the daughter of Loren and Esther (Kirchner) Daniel, was born on March 19, 1938, in Waite Park, Minnesota. Following her graduation from Cathedral High School in St. Cloud with the class of 1956, Lorna Lee went to the Twin Cities to work at Nash Coffee. It was there that she was introduced to her future husband, Werner J. "Bernie" Sandkamp, through his sister, Carol. They later married on May 3, 1958, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Waite Park, and were blessed with seven children. In 1970, she and Bernie purchased the old Poepl home on Main Street in Vermillion...

Richard G. Borst, age 83, of Hastings, passed away at Benedictine Living Community in Hastings on Monday, September, 4, 2023. He was born in Faribault, MN on January 6, 1940. He was a machinist at 3M for over 30 years. Richard enjoyed traveling, wood crafts, bowling, golfing, and water sports. He was preceded in death by his wife, Delores A. Borst; parents, George and Georgia Borst. Richard is survived by his children, Deb (Art) Pitt, Mary Wright, Donna Dettwiler, Ron Borst (Charity Boucher); grandchildren, Jason and Jacob Moritz, David, Brian, Joseph, Caitlin and Elizabeth Wright, Jessica Brelje, Alexx and Tyler Borst; 18 great grandchildren; sisters, Nadine Schuman, Rosemary (Dave)...

PIERZ - Margaret Nicholas, 82, passed away Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, at Harmony House in , Pierz, Minnesota. She was born October 3, 1940, to Kenneth and Iva (Hennessey) Lambert in Osage, IA and moved to Hillman, MN in 1950. After graduating from Onamia High School, she went on to earn a nursing degree. In 1964, she entered the U.S. Air Force as a nurse and served for 8 years, reaching the rank of Captain. She met William Nicholas while both were stationed at Zaragoza Air Base in Spain. They were married for 51 years and moved from Spain, Germany, Illinois, and finally Minnesota while raising their family. She lived in Hastings from 1993 until moving into Harmony House in June 2023 for...

PIERZ - Margaret Nicholas, 82, passed away Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, at Harmony House in , Pierz, Minnesota. She was born October 3, 1940, to Kenneth and Iva (Hennessey) Lambert in Osage, IA and moved to Hillman, MN in 1950. After graduating from Onamia High School, she went on to earn a nursing degree. In 1964, she entered the U.S. Air Force as a nurse and served for 8 years, reaching the rank of Captain. She met William Nicholas while both were stationed at Zaragoza Air Base in Spain. They were married for 51 years and moved from Spain, Germany, Illinois, and finally Minnesota while raising their family. She lived in Hastings from 1993 until moving into Harmony House in June 2023 for...

Roy Scott Nelson, age 78 of Cannon Falls, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends in his home on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Scott was born on April 13, 1945 to parents Roy and Marjorie (Hohenhaus) Nelson. He graduated from Faribault High School in 1963 and later worked for Sears for 32 years. Scott married the love of his life Linda in 1967 and they raised three beautiful children together, Eric, Elizabeth and Allison. In October of 1995 Scott and Linda purchased the Trophy House restaurant in New Trier. His favorite spot in the restaurant was serving behind the bar because of all of the locals and friends he was able to socialize with. He is preceded in death by his...

Leo Jerome Hackett, age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home Friday, June 16, 2023 in Hastings, MN. Leo is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Arolyne; children, Susanne (Phil Nuccio), Mark, Cheryl Nicolai, Michelle, Robert, Jean (Henry) Hoeft, Laurie (Andrew) Ambrose; 11 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and many friends and relatives. In lieu of flowers Leo's family requests donations to your local animal shelter. A visitation will be held Thursday, June 22, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m on Friday, June 23, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Hastings, MN with a...

Yvonne Maxine (Chapman) Christie, age 90 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at Regina Medical Center in Hastings on Friday, June 9, 2023. A Celebration of Yvonne's Life will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Resurrection United Methodist Church in Hastings, with Pastor Mark Miller officiating. Private family interment will be held at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Faribault. Family and friends are cordially invited to a visitation for one hour prior to the service, and to a reception immediately following the service, all at the church on Saturday, June 24. For guestbook and further information, please visit www.hastingsmnfuneral.com Arrangements are being completed by Starkson...

Elaine V. (Bauer) Chavie, age 88, of Faribault, MN, passed away peacefully on the evening of Thursday, April 6, 2023, following an extended illness. Elaine Valeria, the daughter of Albert and Valeria (Piepho) Bauer, was born on April 3, 1935, in Faribault, MN. Elaine graduated from Faribault High School then traveled to Minneapolis, MN in search of new jobs. On August 14 1954, she married the love of her life, Wilfred V. Chavie. They resided in several suburban areas of the Twin Cities and had eight children. Elaine enjoyed family vacations, spending time with her grandchildren, playing cards and gardening. She took pride in having an immaculate house even though she had so many children!...

Waldo (Wally) Sidney Lindell, 93, of Hastings, MN, passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ February 4, 2023 at Regina Long Term Care. Wally was preceded in death by his parents, Helmer and Edna Lindell; sons, Eric (Rick) and Kirk Lindell; five brothers, Leonard (Lillian), Norman (Bernadette), Merle, Lloyd, and Rod (Mary). Wally is survived by his wife Bonita; daughters, Barbara (Bob) Woodruff, Sheila (Dan) Weigel, Angela Towner, Brenda Lindell, Kristen (Eric) Stone; sons, John and Steven Lindell; daughter-in-law, Rose Lindell; sister-in-law, Marian Lindell; eleven grandchildren, Sam (Sara) Waddle, Jonathan (Dani) Waddle, Sarah (Brandon) Million, Amanda Towner,...

JAMES DANIEL ZEIMET James was born August 24, 1929 to John and Leonette (Althoff) Zeimet in Waukon, Iowa. He was raised in the Lansing and New Albin, Iowa areas. His mother passed away in 1934 at the age of 36. Shortly after on December 7, 1938 he made his home with foster parents Edward and Josephine Kenny of New Albin. He attended elementary school at the Jefferson Co. District No. 95. After finishing school he farmed in what was known as the Winnebago Valley for many years. Jim was called into active duty in the US Army in May l954. After being discharged from the army he continued farming until May l958. He then became employed by Interstate Power Co. in Lansing, Iowa. In l968 he...

Mary "Kay" Carroll passed away peacefully Friday, November 18, 2022 surrounded by her family. Kay was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved to share in every moment of her children and grandkids' lives. She was loving, selfless, and always thinking of her family. Her goofy sense of humor as well as her love of the natural world was passed to her grandchildren who carry on her adventurous and tenacious spirit. Kay loved to travel and spoke 3 languages fluently. She was born in New Mexico, then lived in Northern Africa, Mallorca, as well as South America prior to moving to Minnesota where she married and raised her family. She earned a BA in Latin American Studies from the University of...

Judy Kimmes, age 76, of Hampton, passed away peacefully from cancer at home on October 1, 2022. Judy was born in Hampton, MN on March 7, 1946, to Paul and Lucille (Endres) Siebenaler. She married Eugene Kimmes on April 11, 1964. Judy was an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church community. One of her greatest passions was serving on the Board of Directors for Dakota Electric Association. She was a Master Gardener, 4-H volunteer, and Hampton Township Board member. Judy was always busy with something and had many hobbies. She loved spending time with family and visiting with friends. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, painting, and reading. She was an avid card player and was known for...

Father Marvin J. Klaers, age 96 of Hampton, died peacefully at home on Saturday evening, March 12, 2022. Marvin Jerome, the son of Bernard and Regina (Otto) Klaers, was born on the family farm in Loretto at 7:15 a.m. on September 5, 1925. From a young age, Marvin knew he always wanted to be a priest. Through many difficult times of growing up during the depression, Marvin graduated from Nazareth Hall and then enrolled in seminary school to live out his vocation. Following his Ordination in 1950, Father Klaers was first assigned as Assistant Priest at St. Mark in Shakopee. In the following years he served as Pastor at St. Mathias in Hampton, St. Thomas the Apostle in St. Paul, and St....

John (Jack) M. Trittin, age 55, of Naples FL and formerly of Apple Valley and Red Wing, died unexpectedly of natural causes in Naples, Tuesday, December 7, 2021. Jack Michael, the son of Gerald "Jerry" and Kay (Williams) Trittin was born on April 4, 1966, in Edina. Following his graduation from Apple Valley High School, he attended St. Cloud State University where he ran track and field and played football. Jack was a sports enthusiast who coached youth hockey and was an avid college football fan. His love for the ocean and the outdoors led him to Florida where he lived for the past two years. He was preceded in death by his parents. Jack was a loving father and is survived by his...

Services will be held today for long-time Farmington resident. Virginia "Ginny" Mae Berg, 87, died November 16, 2021, in Duluth. Ginny lived and raised her family in Farmington, MN, where she also served as a Commander of the American Legion Auxiliary. She married Harold Berg in 1980 and moved to Hastings, MN. Her long and lustrous career in bookkeeping/accounting included employment at the County Courthouse, Rapid City, SD; Woodcraft, Farmington, MN; Monroe Co., Rosemount, MN; the University of MN and Dakota County Employee Relations until she retired in December 2003. She is survived by her sister, Frances Johnson of Clearwater, KS; sister-in-law, Marlene Anderson of Fargo, ND; sons:...

Kelli Ann (Peterson) Rother, age 42 of Hastings, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Saturday morning, November 6, 2021. She will be dearly missed by her family: husband, Shane Rother; parents, Dennis & Carrie Peterson; brother, Bryan Peterson; Mother-in-law, Patricia Rother; sister-in-law, Margo Beemer (Bryce Beemer); nephews, Kai Beemer and Del Beemer; aunts and uncles, JoAnne and Jeff Schlink, Kristi and Paul Jackson, Darla Angell, and Dean Peterson; cousins, Katie Schlink, Kyle Schlink (Shea), Aaron Schlink (Kailey), Brendan Jackson, Blake Jackson, Bailey Jackson, Jeremy Angell (Susan), Bethany Doeple (Joseph) and Ethan Angell (Kelsey); along with many other loving friends and...