Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel

12/02/2025

Kevin Paul Herkenratt

Kevin P. Herkenratt, age 73, of Blaine passed away on December 1, 2025. A visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion Street, Hastings. A Celebration of Life for Kevin will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings with a visitation one hour prior. A full obituary will follow.

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12/01/2025

Linda Louise Tix

Linda L. Tix, age 74 of Hastings, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a hard-fought battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Linda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose love for her family was at the center of her life. She especially cherished time with her grandchildren, hosting weekly dinners and creating countless memories with them. Her faith was a steady foundation throughout her life and brought her...

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12/01/2025

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11/28/2025

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11/27/2025

Everyone at Starkson Family wishes you a blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!

11/26/2025

I’m thankful for every moment of your life,
and I hold the rest of your story with me.
You will never be forgotten.

11/25/2025

Families who lost loved ones in 2025 were the first to receive invitations, but there are still a few open seats for our Christmas Memorial Event on December 4. Visit our events page for all the details, then call 651-437-9419 to sign up! https://www.starksonfamily.com/events/details/christmas-memorial-event.

11/24/2025

Because you deserve a farewell that feels like YOU.
Email sarahws@starksonfamily.com for your free funeral preplanning guide or to set up a meeting to get your plans in order. starksonfamily.com

11/23/2025

Mary Ann Bloomstrand

Mary Ann Waggoner, Parks, Bloomstrand, Retired RN, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at her home. She was preceded in death by her beloved sons, Eric Bloomstrand, Perry Parks, Dennis Parks; son-in-law, Doug Aune; beloved granddaughter, Sylvie Parks; great-grandson, Liam McNaughton; husband, John Richard Parks; parents, Earl and Bernice Waggoner; brother, Bob Waggoner; niece, Kari Waggoner. Mary Ann is survived by her beloved husband, Steve Bloomstrand; children, Kathy (Joe) Lasar, William (Joanne) Parks, John...

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11/22/2025

John E. Schaffer

John E. Schaffer, age 93 of New Trier, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2025. John Edward, the son of John P. and Marie (Weiland) Schaffer, was born at the family farm in New Trier on April 16, 1932. John attended St. Mary's Catholic School and on May 30, 1955, he was united in marriage to Florence Fox at St. Pius Catholic Church in Cannon Falls. They lived on the family farm and...

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11/22/2025

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder

Rosemary "Rosie" Snyder, age 78 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on Friday evening, November 21, 2025. Rosemary Frances, the daughter of August "Auggie" and Evelyn (Bohart) Schluessler, was born in Hastings on January 2, 1947. Following her education, Rosie was united in marriage to Harry Snyder on September 25, 1964, and he later preceded her in death on April 13, 2007. Rosie was a longtime CNA at Haven Homes and Regina. She enjoyed the simple things in life,...

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11/21/2025

Diana Margaret Langenfeld

Diana Margaret Langenfeld September 2, 1938 – November 20, 2025 Age 87 With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Diana Margaret Langenfeld, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, teacher, mentor, and dear friend to so many. Diana was born on September 2, 1938, and was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard (Bernie) Henry Langenfeld; son, Aaron Langenfeld; her parents, Nellie (Buckwalter) Jaff and Lawrence Jaff; her sisters Vonnie Jaff and Helen Jaff; and her...

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