Obituaries

Patricia Reeves

Patricia Reeves

May 24, 2013

Patricia "Patty" A. Reeves Age 71, of Cottage Grove Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, May 24, 2013. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. Patty worked at Whirlpool and retired from HealthEast Rheumatology. She loved Elvis and the Vikings. Preceded in death by parents, Wylie Sr. and Gladys Garrett; and sister,...

David Schneider

David Schneider

May 18, 2013

David Schneider, age 39 of Cottage Grove died Saturday morning May 18, 2013 at The Inn at Natchez in Elko, Minnesota. David Anthony Schneider was born January 29, 1974 in St. Paul, Minnesota the son of Robert & Diana (Willi) Schneider. He was raised in Maplewood and graduated from North St. Paul High School in 1993. On June 21, 1997...

Roland Coller

Roland Coller

May 15, 2013

Roland A. Coller, age 74 of Hastings, formerly of Newport, died May 15, 2013 at his home. Family and friends may gather to celebrate Roland's life on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 from 1:00-4:00 pm at Newport Lutheran Church, 900 15th Street, Newport. Roland was born March 15, 1939 in Long Prairie to Howard and Arvella Coller where he grew up...

Joseph Robek

Joseph Robek

May 15, 2013

Funeral Home Kok Funeral Home - Cottage Grove 7676 80th Street South Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Randall Kent

Randall Kent

May 15, 2013

Randall "Randy" Kent, age 68 of Cottage Grove, died early Wednesday morning May 15, 2013 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Randall Adolph Kent was born July 8, 1944 in Almena, Wisconsin the son of Adolph & Elsie (Ernst) Kent. He was raised in Barron, Wisconsin and graduated from Barron High School in 1962. Randy attended UW-River Falls. On September...

Joseph Robek

Joseph Robek

May 15, 2013

Joseph A. "Ya-Ya" Robek October 26, 1934 – May 15, 2013 Memorial service will be held at 11 am Tuesday May 21, Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St. S; Cottage Grove with visitation one hour prior. He is preceded by parents, Julia & Josef, sister Elsie Danciu. Joseph is survived by his wife of 30 years Kathleen; children, Julie Robek,...

Beatrice Schultz

Beatrice Schultz

May 15, 2013

Beatrice "Bea" Schultz, age 84 of Cottage Grove Our busy Bea has prepared her last delicious dinner. An avid cook, baker, and talented crafter, Beatrice Fay Schultz (Duncanson) peacefully left us early Wednesday morning May 15th, 2013 to reunite with the love of her life, husband John Schultz; parents Ralph & Clara, and sisters June & Shirley, in heaven. She...

Mark LaPointe

Mark LaPointe

May 10, 2013

Mark G. LaPointe Age 65, of Cottage Grove Passed away as smooth as glass on Friday, May 10, 2013. Mark will be remembered for his amazing life. He was awarded the bronze star for serving in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. Mark celebrated his 38 years of sobriety in February. He was awarded the Governor's Citizen award for...

John Colbert

John Colbert

May 10, 2013

John "Jack" A. Colbert Age 71, of Cottage Grove Beloved Husband, Dad & Grandpa Passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2013. Survived by wife, Sheila; son, Michael (Michelle); daughter, Bridget (Brandon) Erickson; grandchildren, Jonathan, Austin, Lauren, Emelia; brothers, Gerald (Margaret), Eugene (Marilyn), Thomas (Karen); numerous nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Michael and Evelyn (nee Bernard). Mass...

Emma Stillwell

Emma Stillwell

May 10, 2013

Stillwell, Emma Jean Age 95 of Cottage Grove, MN Formerly of Johnston, IA Died May 10, 2013 peacefully in her sleep. Survived by daughter, Linda Stillwell; daughter-in-law, Helen Stillwell; grandchildren, Shannon (Brett) Burfeind, Jonathan (Mary Ellen) Stillwell and Chad Reich; great-grandchildren, Matson and Max. She is preceded in death by her husband, Max, and son, Dennis. Emma Jean and Max...

Kathleen Fogarty

Kathleen Fogarty

May 8, 2013

Kathleen (Kay) Fogarty Age 96, Of Cottage Grove Passed away peacefully on May 8, 2013, surrounded by family. Kathleen cherished her children, her family, her faith and her flowers. She also loved democrats, donuts and desserts (not sure which order). She was a wonderful cook and was well known at church fund raisers for her divinity candy, which she claimed...

Francis Moos

Francis Moos

May 7, 2013

Frances "Bernie" Moos, age 89 a long-time resident of St. Paul Park and retired teacher from Park High School, died May 8, 2013 at Norris Square in Cottage Grove. She is survived by sister Lorraine (Dominic) Schmit of Cottage Grove; nieces and nephews, Cindy (Ron) Reische of Cottage Grove, Steve (Cheryl) Schmit of St. Paul Park, Janice (Dave) O'Ryan of...

Lisa Murray

Lisa Murray

May 7, 2013

Lisa (Gupta) Murray, age 47, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at her home. Preceded in death by her mother, Marie Lood; nephew, Grant McGarry. Survived by her loving husband, Timothy; father, Ashok (Eddy) Gupta; sister, Lynell Gupta; niece, Morgan McGarry; as well as other extended family and friends. Lisa was a longtime employee at...

Virginia Thompson

Virginia Thompson

May 7, 2013

Virginia Thompson May 28, 1926 - May 7, 2013 Age 86 Of Cottage Grove and Newport Died peacefully at her home under the care of her family. Preceded in death by husband Peter, daughter-in-law Darla Thompson, sisters Frances, Lou, Margaret, and Mary, brothers John and Norbert, parents Joseph and Anna Socha. Survived by son, John, of Denmark Township, Jeffry (Roxanne),...

Michael Manning

Michael Manning

May 6, 2013

"Bud" "Monster" "Pumpkin" Age 12, of Cottage Grove Beloved son of Thomas & Fay; grandson of Carol & Nobby Norby, Carole & Robert Manning, special grandma Katie Alcorn; godparents Pam & Moe Norby; many cousins, aunts, uncles, friends & neighbors. Preceded in death by great-grandparents Esther Schmidt; Vera & Anthony Zbacnik, Inez Norby. He loved animals especially his dog Snowball...

Henry Franssen

Henry Franssen

May 3, 2013

Henry "Hank" Franssen, age 88 of Cottage Grove, died Friday night May 3, 2013. Henry Thomas Franssen was born December 31, 1924 in St. Paul, Minnesota the son of Henry & Helen (Hassemer) Franssen. He was raised in St. Paul and graduated from Humboldt High School in 1941. Henry served in the United States Army during World War II as...

Alvin Sather

Alvin Sather

May 1, 2013

Age 88 of Cottage Grove on April 30, 2013. Alvin Wallace Sather was born November 12, 1924 in Cashel Township, Minnesota the son of Selmer & Leone(Goff). He was raised in Benson and graduated from Benson High School. On May 3, 1945 he was united in marriage with Marlys Nadine Hoffman in Fairfield Township. Alvin served in the United States...

Lloyd Lueck

Lloyd Lueck

May 1, 2013

Born April 12, 1923 in Princeton Died May 1, 2013 in Woodbury Lloyd enjoyed puttering in the garage and having his son Gary assist him with house and garage projects. He worked at Northwestern Oil Refinery from 1955 until his retirement in 1985. Preceded in death by wife Ernestine; brother Leslie; parents Arthur & Sophie(Girth). Survived by beloved son Gary;...

Ruth Score

Ruth Score

Apr 30, 2013

Age 73 of Newport On April 30, 2013 Ruth Aurelia was born March 8, 1940 in lake City to Albert & Aurelia (Pruter) Fick. She was raised in Saint Paul. On August 24, 1957 she was united in marriage with Duane Dale Score. Ruth worked as a cook at the Park Café many years. She enjoyed cards, bingo, and word...

Leon Anderson

Leon Anderson

Apr 25, 2013

Leon G. Anderson, age 83, formerly of Excelsior passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013. Survived by wife, Betty; children, Tim, Dave, Sherri, Kevin and their spouses; five grandchildren. Memorial Service 3:30 PM, Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St. S., Cottage Grove with visitation beginning at 3:00 PM. Interment to follow at Cottage Grove Cemetery. Memorial...