Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel

03/07/2026

Sometimes I cry and other times I smile. Either way, my heart bursts.

03/06/2026

Conversations with Kelly is holding a virtual event on April 16th!

VIRTUAL GRIEF EVENT !

Many people over the years have asked if there might be an opportunity to gather virtually for those who are not able to attend events in the Minneapolis area. I am so happy to share that we will be hosting a special virtual evening on April 16 @6:30 CDT.

People from across the country and around the globe have expressed a desire to be part of these conversations, and it feels meaningful to create a space where distance does not have to be a barrier.

During this gathering we will talk about how love survives death and continues to grow. The relationship with those we love does not end. It changes, deepens, and often asks new things of us. This will be a gentle and thoughtful conversation about tending to that ongoing bond.

We are intentionally limiting the number of participants to keep the evening intimate and allow time for reflection, questions, and conversation. I anticipate it will be a beautiful gathering of people who understand the language of love and loss.

If this speaks to you, please join us. I would be honored to share the space with you.

Registration Link below in comments.
Each person attending must be registered. Feel free to share. ❤️❤️

03/04/2026

I know you're gone, but I need to know that somehow you're still with me. 🌛❤️

03/03/2026

Mildred M Ruhr

Mildred "Millie" M. Ruhr, age 104, passed away on March 2nd, 2026 at Hastings Senior Health Living. Millie was born May 13, 1921 in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. The third daughter of Charles H. and Sophia (Fournier) Rosenberger, Millie grew up on the family vegetable and dairy farm. In 1939 Mildred graduated from South St. Paul High School. She attended Rasmussen Business college and began employment doing secretarial work for various federal government agencies. In 1943 during WWII, Millie traveled...

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03/03/2026

Mark Warren Haesly

Mark Warren Haesly, 70, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026, after a nearly 7 year battle with lymphoma, leaving behind a life defined not by any single role, but by all of them at once: husband, son, dad, grandpa, teacher, coach, leader, and friend.Mark was born December 26, 1955, in Winona, Minnesota, the son of Dr. Warren and Shirley Haesly. After graduating high school in 1974, he followed in his family’s tradition of service, enlisting in the U.S. Navy where...

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03/02/2026

Shirley M. Keene

Shirley M. Keene, age 98 of Denmark Township, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, February 27, 2026. Shirley Mae, the daughter of Lawrence and Hattie (Partridge) Niederkorn, was born in Hastings on March 12, 1927. Following her graduation from Hastings High School as Homecoming Queen with the class of 1945, Shirley was united in marriage to Wayne "Buck" Keene at the St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Hastings on June 12, 1947. Shirley briefly worked at Reissner's Meats and Carpenter Nature...

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03/02/2026

And I will take as much time as I need to heal because I matter too.

03/02/2026

Helen Marie Brochman

Helen Marie Brochman, age 81 of Hampton, went to be with the Lord peacefully on February 27, 2026. Preceded in death by her parents, Max & Ruth Hemze. Survived by her husband of 49 years, Leonard; daughter, Angela; sister, Shirley (Burton) Grannes; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Helen enjoyed creating and spending time in the kitchen while baking and cooking for her family, along with participating in bake sales. She loved flowers and in her younger years she spent...

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03/01/2026

June Mary Hopp

June Mary Hopp, Age 69 of Inver Grove Heights (formerly of Hastings), passed away on February 27, 2026. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Rita Hopp; and great-niece, Grace Olson. Survived by her siblings, Barbara (Willard) Wagner, Virginia Hopp, Elizabeth (Scott) Ziemer, Anna (James) Eller, and Frank (Christina) Hopp; nieces and nephews, Carrie (Brandon) Hollerung, Christopher (Tyler) Wagner, Caitlin (Aaron) Jenson, Carlye (Chad Reitzner) Ziemer, and Dakota (Haley Kubista) Ziemer; great-nieces and great-nephews, Brayden, Brenna, Owen, Brody, Bennett,...

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02/27/2026

Sandra K. Ahern

Sandra K. Ahern, age 82, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. She is survived by her husband, Neil; her children, Kelly Ahern and Tim (Kathleen) Ahern; her grandson, Ryan; great granddaughter, Samantha; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Rose. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2035 West 15th Street,...

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02/27/2026

Elizabeth deserves a shout-out today! While she offices out of our Apple Valley funeral home, you have probably seen her around Hastings because we are so busy helping families in Dakota County preplan their funerals and design their monuments. Reach out to elizabeth@starksonfamily.com for assistance and wish her a happy birthday today! 🥳🎉

02/25/2026

Jacklyn "Jackie" Rosendahl

Jacklyn "Jackie" Rosendahl, age 77 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday morning, February 24, 2026. A Celebration of Jackie's Life is pending and will be announced in the near future. Please continue to check back for details as they become available. Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.

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