Obituaries
David "Daisy" Kunde
May 11, 2025
David F. (Daisy) Kunde lost his battle with cancer May 11, 2025. David was born December 25, 1959 to Angie (Kunde-Oney). Angie later married Harold Kunde, who adopted David.
David served in the Coast Guard and was an avid supporter of veterans. In his free time he loved playing video games, racing his remote control cars, playing his prized pinball machine,...
Eldon Woods
Jul 7, 2025
Eldon Woods, age 98, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, July 7, 2025.
Eldon was born May 17, 1927, in Eau Galle, Wisconsin to Sherman and Mayme (Kelly) Woods. He served in the US Army, PFC 1945-1947. He proudly worked at the St. Paul Ford Plant, UAW Local 879, starting in 1949, retiring in 1980....
Kathleen "Kate" Laura Rezek
Jul 9, 2025
Kathleen “Kate” Rezek, age 89, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025.
Born on October 5, 1935, Kate grew up in a large family on the West Side of St. Paul, where her deep faith and Irish Catholic spirit took root.
A devoted follower of Jesus and Mother Mary, Kate lived a life grounded in grace and kindness....
Michael "Wally" Charles Walseth
Jul 5, 2025
Michael "Wally" Charles Walseth, age 77, of St. Paul Park, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Full obituary will be added shortly, please check back.
Celebration of Life 1-4 PM, Saturday, August 9, 2025 at the American Legion Post 98, 328 Broadway Avenue. St. Paul Park, MN 55071.
Robert "Bob" Joseph Chalifoux
Jul 4, 2025
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Joseph Chalifoux, who died peacefully on July 4, 2025, at age 83. A beloved husband, devoted father, loving grandfather, favorite uncle, loyal friend, and man of unwavering faith, Bob leaves behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and deep love for those fortunate enough to know him. Born on August 23, 1941,...
Eileen Gloria Hoch
Jun 28, 2025
Eileen Gloria Hoch, age 94 of Cottage Grove, MN passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025 after a long struggle with memory loss.
Eileen was born on September 28, 1930 to Albert Herbert Anderson and Freida Anderson (Benz) in Oregon, IL. Eileen fondly remembered her father helping her to learn to read after which she became an avid reader.
Her family moved...
Marion Alma Herman
Jun 26, 2025
Marion was born in Almena, Wisconsin on June 4, 1938 to her parents Egner and Alma Ruff. Her only sister, Loretta, was born the following summer on July 29, 1939. Marion graduated high school in 1956 and met her husband, Leroy Archie Herman in the summer of 1956. Their first child, Sandy, was born in March of 1957, followed by...
Garfield Emmanuel Smith
Jun 12, 2025
In Loving Memory of Garfield Emmanuel Smith
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Garfield Emmanuel Smith at the age of 79, who went home to be with the Lord on June 12th, 2025. Garfield was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished uncle, and adoring grandfather. His life was defined by an unwavering commitment to his faith,...
Evelyn "Evie" Donatell
Jun 29, 2025
Evelyn "Evie" Donatell, age 96 of Newport, passed away peacefully at her home on June 29, 2025.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 am, Friday, July 11, 2025, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 920 Holley Avenue, St. Paul Park with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at the church cemetery with luncheon following.
Evelyn "Evie"...
Kenyan David Nelson
Jun 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Kenyan Nelson, age 24 of Cottage Grove, MN passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Kenyan David Nelson was born on November 13, 2000 to Steven Nelson and Kimberly Briggs in Hastings, Minnesota. He grew up in Cottage Grove and graduated from Park High School in 2019. He enjoyed spending time with his...
Michael L. Palmer
Jun 22, 2025
Michael L. Palmer, age 61, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota, passed unexpectedly due to a heart-related illness, at his home, on June 22, 2025. He discovered this illness by training to run a 5K with his son-in-law, which resulted in chest pain. Mike had two stents placed on May 1, 2025, and was recovering well. He was feeling like himself and...
Norma Jean Johnson (Knutson)
Jun 20, 2025
Norma Jean Johnson (Knutson) passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at the age of 92.
Norma was born in Ridgeland, WI, on January 22nd, 1933. She was the 8th of 9 children born to John and Clara Knutson (Gravermoen).
She went to school in Ridgeland until the 10th grade. She really loved school, but thought she should contribute to the household...
Donna Marie Houseman
Jun 12, 2025
Donna Houseman, age 99 of Plymouth, MN formerly of Cottage Grove, MN passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025.
Memorial service will be 11 AM on Friday, July 11, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th Street S., Cottage Grove with visitation one hour prior from 10-11 AM. Refreshments and cookies will be served after the service followed by interment at...
Sharon Valento
Jun 9, 2025
Sharon Valento, age 80 of St. Paul Park, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025.
A memorial service will be 11:00 am on Friday, June 13, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th Street S., Cottage Grove with visitation one hour prior. The committal service will be held at Resurrection Cemetery with lunch following.
Sharon May (Rose) Valento was born on March...
Tony Carl Buggs
Jun 7, 2025
Tony Carl Buggs, age 61, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at United Hospital on June 7, 2025. Tony was born to Thomas A. Buggs and Pamela R. Buggs on October 20, 1963. Tony had two sisters, Tina (Billy) Fisk and Angela Bracy. Tony was uncle to one niece, three nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
One of Tony's greatest...
Therese H. Schiefelbein
Jun 7, 2025
Therese H. Schiefelbein, 59, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in her home.
Therese Helen Schiefelbein was born on January 5, 1966, in St. Paul, MN, the daughter of Arnold and Helen (Casper) Ludwig. She grew up in St. Paul and attended Johnson High School, where she met her husband of 35 years, Gary Jay...
Charlotte "Char" Henry
Jun 7, 2025
Charlotte "Char" C. Henry (Nankivell)
Char, 75, of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Lexington Pointe Senior Living surrounded by family.
A celebration of Char's life will be held on Saturday June 28, at 11:00 AM at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St S, Cottage Grove, MN. Visitation one hour before and lunch following. In...
Timothy "Tim" Allen Grover
Jun 6, 2025
Timothy A. Grover, 65, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, at his home in Sturgeon Lake, surrounded by family and friends.
Originally from Mounds View, Tim lived in St. Paul Park before settling in Sturgeon Lake in 2022. He was a talented sign painter and proud member of Local 880, IUPAT82.
He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Patricia;...
Debra Ann Richert (Larsen)
Jun 4, 2025
On June 4th, 2025, the world lost a truly remarkable woman. Debra Ann Richert (Larsen) passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of strength, wit, beauty and deep unwavering love.
Deb was born February 20th, 1964, in Omaha, Nebraska. She had a heart that loved deeply and fully; she had the ability to light up a room and make even a...
Philip "Phil" James Dreyer
May 31, 2025
Phil Dreyer, age 65 of Cottage Grove, MN passed away unexpectedly on May 31, 2025.
Visitation will be 4-7 pm on Monday, June 16, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home: 7676 80th Street S., Cottage Grove, MN. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at St. Thomas Aquinas: 920 Holley Ave., St. Paul Park, MN...
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