Robert "Bob" Bast

Robert "Bob" Bast, age 69 passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026 in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.

Bob's love for his family that he leaves behind will forever be present with us. He often expressed his love for his brothers Kernon (Donna), Chuck (Suzanne), John III (Nancy), and BJ (Arlene). He leaves his sister Connie, who loves him unconditionally. He loved his 14 nieces and nephews more than they knew. He was very proud of them.

Bob continued his love for family who left before him. He will now be reunited with his sweet, loving mother Bernice, whom he lost when he was eight years old, but was forever present in his life. He lost grandparents that he never forgot. He lost his loving Aunt Audrey, his father John and his stepmother, Carol. He was the compassionate caregiver of all three during their last years of life.

Bob was a kind and gentle soul. He was a good man. Bob had so many adventures and experiences in his lifetime. He was a journeyman in several trades. He was a proud welder and was part of many construction projects. Bob was an inventor and shared his knowledge with others. He was very intelligent. Bob was kind, caring, loving and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was passionate about nature. He especially loved fishing and was proud of the contents in his tackle box.

Bob will be freed on a Wisconsin lake, where he spent many happy days.
A Celebration of Life is pending. - Check back for details.
God bless Bob's soul.