Natasha Mae Fester, 33, of Grove City, Minnesota — formerly of Willmar — passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. A celebration of her life through a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, March 18, 2024, at the Church of St. Mary in Willmar.. Mary in Willmar.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 17, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Harvey Anderson Funeral Home in Willmar, and again for one hour before the service at the church.
Memorials can be made in honor of the Fester children.
“Arrangements are entrusted to Harvey Anderson Funeral Home of Willmar. For details, visit www.hafh.org.”
📺 The funeral service will be live-streamed online at:
About Natasha Fester
Natasha “Tasha” Mae Fester was born on September 13, 1990, in Willmar, Minnesota, to Jeff and Lisa (Chase) Adkins. She was baptized at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Chokio and later confirmed at Calvary Lutheran Church in Willmar.
Tasha graduated from Willmar High School in 2009, where she was active in the Cardettes Dance Team, volleyball, track, and FFA. She was friendly, outgoing, and made strong, lifelong friendships.
Education & Career
Tasha pursued her passion for healthcare by earning her LPN from Ridgewater College, her RN from Rasmussen College, and her BSN from Minnesota State University, Mankato. In 2023, she proudly completed her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree from the University of North Dakota.
She started working as a PMHNP at CentraCare Rice Memorial Hospital in November 2023 and was known for her compassion, dedication, and love for helping others.
Family Life
“Tasha and Matthew Fester were united in marriage on July 7, 2012, at Calvary Lutheran Church. They made their home in Atwater for nine years before settling in Grove City in 2019.”
. Together, they raised four beautiful children:
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Mason (12)
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Marshel (8)
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Maxton (5)
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MaKinlee (3)
Tasha was a loving wife, a proud mother, and the biggest supporter of her children’s activities, especially sports and go-kart racing. She was always cheering them on with joy and pride.
Hobbies & Personality
Tasha had a kind and generous heart. She loved:
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Spending time with family
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DIY and Pinterest projects
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Watching stock car races and demo derbies
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Giving warm hugs and supporting those she cared for
“She shared a deeply special bond with her father, who lovingly called her ‘Harold’ — a nickname that held years of laughter and love.”
Survived By
Tasha is lovingly remembered by her:
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Husband, Matthew Fester
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Children: Mason, Marshel, Maxton, and MaKinlee
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Parents: Jeff and Lisa Adkins of Atwater
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“Her brother, Trenton Adkins, and his wife Jen, along with their children, Quinn and Leighton, held a cherished place in her heart.”
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In-laws: Marion Fester, Jori Berzins, Stacy (Nick) Danielson and children Gavin, Loretta, and Bode; Abby (Andrew) Christensen and children Aiden, Ashton, and Ayla
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Grandparents: Rosey Ehrp, James (Kathy) Adkins
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Special friend: Ali Hood
Preceded in Death By
She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Alfred and Lorraine Chase, Norm Hamner, and stepmother-in-law Cindy Fester.
Final Thoughts
Tasha’s caring spirit and love for her family and patients will never be forgotten. She touched many lives through her work and her kindness. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her most.
