Dear Family, 

Please know you are in my prayers and I will light a candle for Karston tonight at mass.  I only met Karston this past year while working with him and Kruse lumber for new windows for our home. He was an amazing young man and we had many great conversations. He was so knowledgeable professional, and went above and beyond to help my husband and I.  I regret that I had not taken the time to stop in again and thank him, as I had intended to do to show him how wonderful our project looked when it was completed, all because of his recommendations.  I regret I missed the opportunity.  My deepest sympathies to your family.  May God’s love provide you strength.  

Dalene Kitslaar 

I went to elementary school with Karston and have a memory of playing jump rope with him at recess in 4th grade. As a little girl, I enjoyed having him with us on the playground. I remember Karston as a fun, kindhearted, sweet boy. I thought of him randomly in recent years and wondered how he was doing, but couldn't find him on social media. It sounds like he became a fun dad, met a wonderful wife, was a proud father, and an impactful, valued member of the Rochester community. It is heartbreaking to learn of his mental health struggles and his passing. I am so very sorry for your family's devastating loss. The need for mental health resources and services is a prevalent issue that is close to my heart. Thank you for sharing his story.

Chantel, Keith, Ilene and Family,

Please know that we are thinking and praying for you at this difficult time.  Sending our love and hugs

Dear West and Brotherson Families,

On behalf of the Egan family, we extend our deepest sympathies to you all. We were truly saddened to hear of Karston’s passing. Having had the privilege of hunting with him, Nathan, and Jake, we will forever cherish those times. Karston’s kindness and sense of humor always made those trips unforgettable—he made everyone laugh and feel connected, no matter the challenge or the weather. He was terrific at chess and could fix just about anything. 

We will always cherish the memories of those hunts, during which Karston’s warmth and good spirit shined through. His presence will be deeply missed, but his memory will always stay with us.

Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. We hope you find comfort in the love and support of those around you and the many joyful memories of Karston.

With deepest sympathy,
The Egan Family

My condolences to Chantelle, Keiith, Ilene and the family of Karsten. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

I am overly grateful for knowing Karston. I may have only hung out with him a handful of times but I can honestly say he was such an awesome human being to know. He had such charisma, personality and tons of love for everyone he cared about. Karston, your family and you will always be kept in a very special memory in my mind and heart forever and I truly hope everyone affected by this knows how much I will be praying for each and everyone of you.

Love always and please watch over your family from heaven 🙏

-Jordan

Oh, Chantal, Angie, Keith, Ilene, and all of Karstons’s family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss of this beloved man. Our hearts go out to all of you. Please know that we are sending you much love and many prayers at this difficult time. May your many joyful memories provide some comfort in your grief. 

We love you,

Tom, Sally, Michell, & Tonya 

You are so loved Karston Keith. From the time you were born and those big, beautiful brown eyes, you were the prince to the family. My kids enjoyed time growing up with you. See you in heaven 🙏🏻💛 God be with this family! I love you Chantel, Angie, Derrick, Keith and Ileen. 

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved child, Chantel and family. 

I will be praying for strength and healing during this tragic time for you all.

Please let me know if we can help in any way.

Love and blessings to you all, 

Amber Broeker