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- Roger Tonsager
- Gerald Tobias
- Joan Tonsager
- Roger Tonsager, Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, September 10, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Roger L. Tonsager, age 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in the early hours of September 4, 2024.
  Roger was born on April 22, 1927 to Martin and Luella Tonsager. Tragically, his mother and twin brother passed away soon after his birth. Subsequently, Roger’s infancy and childhood were spent with his maternal aunt, Molly (Amelia), her husband, Haagard Hall and their children.
  
  Roger met his beloved wife, Joan, during High School and they were married for 73 years until her passing in 2020. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Jeremy Lakin; his sister, Marion Erickson; and his brother, Donald Tonsager.
  
  He is survived by his children, Luella (Jerry) Kramer, John (Mel) Tonsager, Cecelia (Bruce) Bauer, Kathy Lakin, Gregory (Val) Tonsager, Mary (Kevin) Fogarty, Madonna (Mike) Denley, Veronica (Lance) Johnstone, Peter (Janet) Tonsager; 24 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, David and Wayne Tonsager.
  
  Roger enlisted in the Marine Corps towards the end of his High School years and was a proud veteran of WWII, having spent most of his service in occupied China.
  
  After his retirement, he and Joan spent almost twenty winters in Mesa, AZ where he found his true avocation in the art of Lapidary. During those years he made hundreds of pieces of beautiful jewelry which he willingly gifted to family and friends.
  
  Yet his greatest joy was his grandchildren. As anyone who ever meet him knows, he would praise their many accomplishments to all.
  
  The family would like to give a special thanks to the Benedictine Senior Living Staff, the Allina Hospice Care Team and to his friend, Kent Karlsson “The Swede” who visited him often.
  
  Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Hastings with visitation one hour prior to the time of the Mass. A visitation will also be held from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, September 9 at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, Hastings. Roger will be interred with his wife, Joan at Lakeside Cemetery, Hastings at a later date.
  
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- Gerald Tobias, Private Family Service at Starkson
  
  Gerald F. “Toby” Tobias, age 77, of Hastings, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN.
  
  Born on May 19, 1947, in Prescott, WI, to LeRoy and Teresa (Schommer) Tobias, Gerry lived a life full of love, adventure, and dedication. He married Mary Pierce on June 5, 1971, in Watertown, SD.
  
  Gerry was known for his love of deer hunting, his passion for riding and working on Harley Davidson motorcycles, and his joy in cutting wood. Above all, his family was his greatest treasure. He loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, often going out of his way to build whatever their hearts desired.
  
  He was a mild-mannered and easygoing man. Gerry had the unique ability to enjoy life simply by sitting back and appreciating his surroundings. His dedication to his work was evident in his long tenure at 3M Chemolite in Cottage Grove, from which he retired at 55. Not one to idle, he spent the following 21 years as a handyman for his daughter's business, Rio Grooming.
  
  Gerry was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, his son, Todd Lubinsky, and his parents. He is survived by his children, John (Colleen) Lubinsky, Karen (Rich) Beskau, and Mike (Peggi) Tobias; his grandchildren, Mandy, Heather, Jessica, Brian, Kayla (Garrett) Lucking, Amy (Dan) Ericson, and Emma Tobias; and his great-grandchildren, Brooks, Banks, Henry, Ciaro, Mia, and Ivan; alongside numerous relatives and friends.
  
  A private service for the family will be held at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel in Hastings, with interment at Lakeside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family in Gerry’s honor. Contributions can be directed to Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, c/o The Tobias Family, 3075 Vermillion St., Hastings, MN 55033.
  
  Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.
  
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- Joan Tonsager, Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Joan Marie Tonsager of Hastings, age 92, died Monday, April 13, 2020 in Mesa, Arizona.
  She was the loving wife of Roger Tonsager for 73 years. She is survived by her husband and nine children: Luella (Jerry) Kramer, John (Mary) Tonsager, Cecelia (Bruce) Bauer, Gregory (Valerie) Tonsager, Kathy Lakin, Mary (Kevin) Fogarty, Madonna (Michael) Denley, Veronica (Lance) Johnstone, and Peter (Janet) Tonsager. She will also be greatly missed by her 24 Grandchildren, 30 Great-Grandchildren and 2 Great-Great-Grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings, Bud Mahowald and Mary (John) Wren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
  
  Joan was preceded in death by her grandson, Jeremy Lakin and her siblings: Jerry Mahowald, Donald Mahowald and Richard Mahowald.
  
  Joan was born on September 5, 1927 in Lakeville, Minnesota to Nicholas and Marie Mahowald. As a child of the Great Depression and a teenager during WWII, her experiences in those formative years influenced her greatly. Remarkably, it gave her a positive outlook on life and the appreciation of the beauty that surrounded her, not only in nature but in mankind.
  
  In 1947, she married Roger Tonsager, her high school sweetheart, and they moved to Hastings, Minnesota to raise their family in a neighborhood on a ‘pleasant hill’ surrounded by large families.
  
  If we are all a sum of those that came before us, then Joan has influenced her family in countless ways. From her father, a Police Chief, she learned compassion and the ability to always look beyond appearance and social standing for the good in others. From her mother, the love of cooking and the joys of reading. She encouraged all her children to read and to share what good books they had found with others. She loved art in any form and would take the family on trips to museums to show them what man could create. Gardening was a passion as it was also a form of art, to see a bare patch of ground, imagine the possibilities and transform it to a thing a beauty. Weeding with her was an education in the boundless beauty of nature and it was also the time of quiet contemplation.
  
  Joan valued education and encouraged her children to expand their minds and pursue their dreams, whatever that might be. She rejoiced in the variety of their dreams from hiking in the SW in pursuit of Native American petroglyphs, creating museum quality quilts, turning the perfect piece of pottery, exploring the far reaches of the earth, creating gardens of beauty and many numerous other accomplishments. When her grandchildren followed in their parents’ footsteps and greatly expanded their worlds, she always knew where each and every one was, what they were doing and was proud of each of them.
  
  “Her smile would light up the room” and any visitor to her house would be greeted by that smile and her undivided attention whether they were 72 or 2. She especially enjoyed her time with her grandchildren, listening to their stories, sitting and coloring with them or putting together puzzles, watching their faces light up in wonder as they walked to the back garden with her. When family members would visit for several hours, the evening would end in a game of cards or her favorite game, Spinner. She almost always won as she had the ability to strategize and see possible plays well in advance. If you were able to win one game against her in your lifetime that was an accomplishment you would never forget. Yet she was not competitive and to play with her was just plain fun.
  
  For the last thirty-seven years, she had one-week of alone time with her beloved family as they made their annual summer trip to resorts in northern Minnesota, Wisconsin and once in the UP of Michigan. The last twelve years were spent in Little Norway, Minnesota. Every family that could make the trip would rent a cabin and have dinner together every night where they would share their experiences of the day: fishing, hiking, biking or simply sitting on the porch watching the children play or swim in the lake. There would be arts and crafts projects for the grandkids and Joan would join in. Her grandchildren always felt comfortable in Gram’s cabin as they knew they were loved and welcome. She loved watching the sunrise in the quiet of the morning, drinking her cup of coffee and listening to call of the loon.
  
  Once all her children had married and some had moved out-of-state, Joan decided it was time to have a yearly weekend ‘girl’s trip’ somewhere within driving distance or a short flight to spend some quality time together. Each daughter or daughter-in-law would arrange one aspect of the trip: hotel accommodations, play possibilities, tours (because you do not go anywhere without learning about that place), museums, travel arrangements and, of course, the best places to eat. That time spent with her was filled with laughter and is priceless.
  
  Joan never traveled far from home until her 40’s. Having a child move out-of-state was the first stimulus for Roger and Joan to pack up the car with the youngest kids and drive to Michigan. She loved seeing new places and learning about them. When she discovered an ‘Elder Hostel’ Catalogue at the local library, she realized she could travel and take classes at the same time. By the time Roger retired, the first trip was planned and for years they would travel within the United States and Europe. When her youngest daughter‘s husband was transferred to Germany for several years, an Elder Hostel trip was planned and extended to stay with them.
  
  Joan had endless patience, not only in dealing with others, but in learning new crafts. An example of her patience, determination and artistic talent is her creation of needlework Christmas ornaments. When her first grandchild was born, she decided to make him a Christmas ornament for his first Christmas and for each Christmas of his childhood. Of course, when you do that for one, you do it for everyone. As the number of grandchildren grew, she would have to start the next years immediately after finishing the current year. As her arthritis progressed and her vision diminished, this became a labor of love. Now there are 24 Christmas Trees from coast to coast decorated with symbols of Grandma’s love.
  
  We hope that we are a sum of those who came before us. She is greatly missed.
  
  The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers of Encompass Health Rehabilitation, Advanced Health of Mesa and Crismon Peaks for their loving care and compassion during Joan’s last three months. We would like to also thank Joan’s sister, Mary, for her love and dedication for making long drives daily to sit at Joan’s bedside and help her through this time. Finally, there are not enough words to thank Joan’s granddaughter, Sara, for her endless love and help in finding the right places for ‘Gram’, making appointments, finding the best doctors, transporting Roger and giving him the support he needed, keeping us all informed of the multiple and interlocking pieces of information, basically for being our hero.
  
  A memorial in Joan’s memory will be held when all the family can be together: 11 a.m. Saturday, November 30, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Hastings, with visitation one hour prior to the time of the Mass. Interment will take place at Lakeside Cemetery, Hastings.
  
  Memorials in Joan’s name can be made to the Pleasant Hill Library, Hastings, MN - a place she dearly loved.
  
  Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel is handling arrangements. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joan, please visit the floral store.
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- Robert "Bob" Stoffel, Memorial Service at Starkson on Monday, September 9, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Robert “Bob” John Stoffel, age 88 of Hastings, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on September 1, 2024.
  Bob was born in Hastings to Raymond and Florence on July 23, 1936. He attended St. Boniface school and worked as an oil blender for Cenex for 31 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, playing cards, Minnesota Viking games, coffee with special friends, weekends at the cabin, and traveling.
  
  Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Sr. and Florence; grandson, Kody Robert McGrath; and other family members, John Braun, Betty Nicklay, Cecilia Nicklay, Wayne Nicklay, Roger Stoffel, Raymond Stoffel Jr., and Bill Jacobson.
  
  Bob is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy; daughters, Diane (Willie) McGrath, Donna (Gary) Bauer, Darlene (Tom) Ohlhauser; siblings, Mary Braun, Ronald, Elaine (Alan) Duerr, Ralph (friend Barb), Lorraine “Chubby” (Mike) McGowan, Janice (Ken) Huber, Richard (Cheryl) Stoffel, Rollie (Sharon) Stoffel; and sister-in-law, Linda Stoffel.7 grandchildren, Janna, Chris, Justin, Kyle, Kameron, Dylan, Dustin; 13 great grandchildren; and many extended family members.
  
  A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 9, 2024, at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings, with Gordon Gathright officiating. Interment with Military Honors provided by the Lyle Russell Post 1210 will be at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Cemetery in Hastings.
  
  Family and friends are cordially invited to a visitation from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Monday, and to a reception following the burial, all at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
  The family would like to give a special thanks to the Allina Hospice Care Team.
  
  In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Hastings Senior Center, 310 River St, Hastings, MN, 55033.
  
  Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
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- Mary Lou Conzemius, Celebration of Life at Starkson on Saturday, September 7, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Mary Lou Conzemius (Breyer), age 81, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024.
  Mary Lou, daughter of Matthew and Harriet (Warner) Breyer was born in Hastings, MN on January 29, 1943. She attended Hastings schools until she moved to a Catholic High School.
  
  A proud graduate of Villa Maria Academy, Frontenac Mn, in 1961, Mary Lou Continued living her Catholic faith in various ways. She volunteered as a religious education teacher for nearly a decade with St. Boniface Parish and then became a Eucharistic Minister. She continued serving her community and church for a majority of her life.
  
  In 1964, at a city Valentine's Day dance, she met the love of her life, Vernon Conzemius. Vernon pursued her, swept her off her feet and they were married at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Hastings on November 21, 1964. They were married 59 years before Vernon's passing on December 18, 2023. They were blessed with 2 daughters, 3 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and many happy memories over the years.
  Mary Lou was a woman of many interests and talents. She loved nature and spent many hours gardening and working outside. Crafting, creating, flowers, wildlife and animals were all her passion. As a member of the Red Hats Society, she loved to socialize and travel with the girls. The penny slots at Treasure Island and Las Vegas were known to call to her at times.
  
  Mary Lou's kind heart, love for animals and nature and her analytical mind will be missed by many. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Hastings Senior Health and Living Community and Grace Hospice for their loving and compassionate care. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mathew and Harriet; her brother, David; and husband, Vernon.
  
  Mary Lou is survived by daughters, Lori Conzemius and Anita (Todd) Schneider; grandchildren, Jessie Jesinski, Mitchell Watkins and Elizabeth Schneider; great grandchildren, Jala and Kali; and sister, Carolyn Breyer.
  
  A celebration of Mary Lou's remarkable life will be held at 11 am on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion Street, Hastings MN, with a visitation one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
  
  Internment will be at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Cemetery in Hastings, MN.
  For guestbook and further information, please visit www.hastingsmnfuneral.com.
  
  Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
  
  To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mary Lou, please visit the floral store.
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- Vivian Ficker, Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's on Wednesday, September 4, at noon
  
  Vivian M. Ficker (Lipp), age 87 of Hastings, died peacefully at Inver Glen Senior Living on Thursday afternoon, August 29, 2024.
  Vivian Marie Ficker was born on August 25, 1937, in Strasburg, ND, to Mathias and Mary Lipp. At the age of 14, Vivian left home to attend the School Sisters of Notre Dame in Mankato, MN. Unable to go home for the holidays due to weather, her classmates invited her to the Ficker farm. It was there that she met their brother Paul, who was home on military leave. A long-distance friendship soon turned into love. Paul and Vivian were married on September 2, 1961, and made Hastings, MN, their home. Together, they raised five children.
  
  Vivian’s first teaching job was at the age of 23 in North Dakota. Her passion for teaching continued throughout most of her life. She taught early education and religious education at St. Boniface Catholic School. Later, she started teaching at St. Mary’s Catholic School in New Trier, where she became principal and athletic director. After leaving her teaching career, she worked at the Dakota County Survey Office and retired in 1998.
  
  Vivian dedicated her life to her family, faith, and church. In her retirement, she attended daily mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, where she enjoyed being a lector, Holy Communion minister, and singing in the choir. She became a full-time volunteer for SEAS, Augustana, and Regina Medical Hospital. She was also a member of the Hastings Auxiliary Club. Vivian loved cooking, baking, and canning. Some of the greatest memories her grandchildren have are of her cooking delicious treats. She was an avid bowler and had a passion for reading and doing crossword puzzles.
  
  Vivian is preceded in death by her husband Paul, her son Michael, her parents Mathias and Mary Lipp. Her in-laws Michael and Theresa Ficker. Her sister Viola, and brothers-in-law Stanley, Alois, Jerome, Joe Ficker, Robert Bosh, James Hanson, Raymond LaValla, and Donald Lorentz. Her sisters-in-law Bernadette Lorentz and Teresa Madland, and nephew Kenneth Lorentz.
  
  Vivian is survived by her children, Mark Ficker, Maureen (Chris) Schulz, Nancy (Tim) Stokke, Tamara (Adam) Fleming, and daughter-in-law Stacy Ficker. Her grandchildren, Tanya (Anthony) Schulze, Travis (Nicole) Stokke, Bailey Stokke, Mary Fleming, Kristi (Mike) Schulz, Sara Ficker, Emma Fleming, Madison Ficker, Paul Schulz, Jackson Fleming, Charles Fleming, Paul Ficker, Zachary (Stacia) Schulz, and Samantha Schulz. And great-grandchildren, Easton, Quinn, and Reed Stokke, Ryenn Stokke, Arlo, Willa Schulze, Luna Schulz, and Baby Johnson on the way. Her siblings, Betty Hanson, Mathias (Carol) Lipp, and Patty (Stan) Cebula. Her sisters-in-law Mary LaValla, Sr. Rose Ann Ficker, Pat (Ken) Carl, Elaine Ficker, Phyllis Ficker, Pat Ficker, Virginia (Jack) Majeski, and many nieces, nephews, and former students.
  
  She dedicated her life in service of God, and the gates of Heaven await her.
  Mass of Christian Burial will be held 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in New Trier, 8433 239th St. East, Hampton, MN 55031, with Father Scott Carl and Father Michael Tix officiating.
  
  Family and friends are cordially invited to a visitation from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings, and for two hours prior to Mass at church on Wednesday.
  For guestbook and further information, please visit www.hastingsmnfuneral.com.
  
  Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.
  
  To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Vivian, please visit the floral store.
- Ann McGree, Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, August 30, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Ann McGree passed away peacefully at Benedictine Living Community at the age of 102. Ann was born January 12, 1922 in Miesville, Minnesota. She attended nursing school in St. Cloud, Minnesota. In her earlier years she was a nurse at the Regina Hospital and the Latto Nursing Home. Ann later went to work as a school nurse at Kennedy Elementary in Hastings until her retirement. She enjoyed golfing, playing cards, reading and traveling.
  Ann was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and friend. She is survived by her 4 children, James “Sliv” (Karyn) McGree, Joseph (Rhonda) McGree, Tess McGree-Deem (Bob), and Gregory “Buzz” (Anne) McGree; daughter in law, Mary McGree; 14 grandchildren, Meghan (Kyle) Nelson, Michaela McGree, Stacy (Brady) Robinson, Ryan (Dana McGree), Sean (Dena) McGree, Kevin (Staci) McGree, Brad (Stephanie) McGree, Lauren (Nick) Emmel, Kelly (Dane) Jensen, Aaron (Megan) Olson, Melissa (Eric Disch) McGree, Jaci (Nick) Stark, Seth McGree, Sam McGree; 25 Great Grand Children; 2 Great Great Grand Children; sister, Harriet Wiederholt, sisters-in-law, Marion Weber, Marlys Weber, and Jan Weber.
  
  Ann was preceded in death by her husband Ollie; infant son, David; son, Stephen; parents, Jack and Jeanette Weber; brothers, Bernard, Jerry, Jack and Jim; and sister, Alberta.
  
  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 30 at 11:00 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2035 15th St. W. in Hastings. A visitation will be held 2 hours prior to mass at church. Interment, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Cemetery, Hastings, MN. Memorials preferred to Hastings Family Service.
  
  To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ann, please visit the floral store.
- Michael Beauvais, Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, August 27, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Michael C. Beauvais, 69, of Hastings, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving daughters on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Regina Senior Living - Care Center and Transitional Care in Hastings, MN. Born on January 1, 1955, in St. Clair, MI, to John and Ann (Bukowski) Beauvais, Mike was proud to attend St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from St. Clair High School.
  Mike met Lori Knudsen at the Dairy Isle in St. Clair. Their cherished memories began there, culminating in marriage on August 5, 1978. Together, they were blessed with three daughters, Trisha, Emily, and Andrea. The family later moved to Hastings, MN, where Mike dedicated many years as an instrument and controls technician.
  Known for his generosity, Mike was always ready to lend a hand to a neighbor in need and could fix just about anything. He was an avid Trekkie and loved all things Star Trek. He also had a passion for music, with a fondness for classic rock and jazz, and an impressive collection of vinyl played on his Polk speakers. Mike enjoyed camping trips with his family, biking on trails across the state, and occasional casino visits. Neighbors and friends were often drawn to his backyard fires or front yard gatherings, where Mike’s company and a good cigar, beer, and brandy were enjoyed by many. Above all, Mike adored his family. His unwavering support for his children and grandchildren was evident through his attendance at music and sports events and pride in their marching band performances.
  
  Mike is survived by his daughters, Trisha (Andy) Abel, Emily (Dan) Hellerich, and Andrea (Iustin Cornea) Beauvais; grandchildren, Brayden, Ryan, and Camdyn Abel; siblings, Dianne (Jerry) Justa, John (Dot) Beauvais, Debbie Beauvais; mother-in-law, Betty Knudsen; brother-in-law, Jeff Knudsen; sister-in-law, Ann Myhre; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
  
  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Lori; his parents; and father-in-law, Don Knudsen.
  
  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2035 15th St W, Hastings, MN 55033. Visitation will occur one hour prior to the Mass at the church. Interment will follow at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Cemetery.
  
  In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.
  
  Arrangements are under the care of Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion St, Hastings, MN 55033
  
  To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Michael C., please visit the floral store.
- Jerome Gelhar, Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, August 23, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Jerome L. Gelhar, a resident of Danbury, formerly of Hastings, MN passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the age of 97 years. He was born in Hastings on July 25, 1927 to parents, Joseph and Veronica Gelhar.
  He was a graduate of Hastings High School and attended Dunwoody Community College for a brief period before enlisting in the United States Navy at the age of 18. He served as a Seaman until his honorable discharge in 1946.
  On July 31, 1948 he married the love of his life, Marion E. Swanson. Jerome worked as a carpenter for Graus Construction for a number of years.
  Jerome enjoyed anything wood, fishing, bow hunting and visiting with friends and family. He was quick witted and always had a comeback during conversation. He was involved with the American Legion and the Burnett County Citizens Patrol. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Hastings and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Danbury.
  He is preceded in death by his bride, Marion who he missed tremendously; sons, Ron and Joe; granddaughter, Krista Nelson; his parents, Joseph and Veronica; brother, LuVerne; brother in laws and sister in laws.
  He is survived by his daughter, Sharon (Jerry) Nelson, sons, Wayne (Diane) Gelhar, Mark (Belinda) Gelhar and Jim Gelhar; daughter in law, Pam Gelhar and Catherine Gelhar; grandchildren, Thomas,, Lisa (Tracy) Mayer, Jeff (Jennie) Nelson, Eric (Kris) Nelson, Michael (Sarah) Gelhar, Justin (Robyn) Gelhar, Amy (Jeff) Sieben, Matt (Crista) Meyers, Tim (Amanda) Meyers, David (Sarah) Gelhar, Brad (Keoni) Gelhar, Pat Gelhar, Jenny Cermak, Ryan (Nomis) Gelhar, Megan Gelhar, Angel (Anthony) Gelhar-Klingert; 26 great grandchildren, siblings, Irene Dalbotten, Richard Gelhar and Herman Gelhar; sister in law, Marlene Swanson along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
  A memorial mass will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 11:00 AM (visitation 9-11 AM) at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Hastings. Interment at SEAS Catholic Cemetery with military honors will follow mass. Followed by luncheon at the church.
  Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, WI. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com
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- Judy Kimmes, Service at Starkson on Tuesday, August 20, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  Judy A. "Bomma" Kimmes, 74, of Hastings MN, passed away on August 15th, 2024 at home.
  Judy was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on November 24th, 1949. She held a love of playing games, doing puzzles, and winning at the local meat raffles. She was an accomplished baker, a creative crocheter, and a master of the kitchen who shared the results of her hobbies with so many. She will be remembered as an inspired wife, a loving mother, a proud grandmother and a comforting presence to all those that held her heart.
  Judy was preceded in death by her father in law, Art Kimmes; mother in law, Dolores Kimmes; sister in law, Judy Kimmes; brother in law, Ronnie Frandrup, her parents, nephew and a brother in law.
  
  Judy is survived by her husband of nearly 55 years, Ken Kimmes; her sons, Ken (Mike Conn) Kimmes, Kevin (Kathleen) Kimmes; her grandchildren, Jarod (Kayla) Kimmes, and Kaitlyn (Andrew) Harter; brother-in-law, Gene Kimmes; sister-in-law, Donna Frandrup; 2 sisters, and her nieces and nephews.
  A visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 9am-11am at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel, 3075 Vermillion Street, Hastings, Minnesota, with a funeral service to follow at 11am.
  Interment will take place at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in New Trier, Minnesota.
  Arrangements are being completed by Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings.