Obituaries

Edward Howard

Edward Howard

Jul 21, 2011

Edward C. Howard WW II Vet U.S. Navy Went to be with the Lord on July 21, 2011. Preceded in death by his mother Edna Howard; sister and brother-in-law Art & Betty Nelson. Survived by his loving wife Cookie; children Doug, Kathy (John) Krasky; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; special friends Tom Griffin, Tim Little, John Radmer, Jeff Janetto; many nieces,...

Carolyn Williams

Carolyn Williams

Jul 21, 2011

Suddenly Carolyn graduated from St Paul Park High School in 1965. She was an Elvis fanatic. Carolyn loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed working at Smeads. Carolyn is survived by her son Charles, brothers and sisters Doug (Judy) Harer, Judy (Paul) Schintz, Mike (Karen) Harer, Alice (Tim) Duncanson; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents. Memorial...

Mabel Webb

Mabel Webb

Jul 15, 2011

Webb, Mabel M. December 27, 1920 July 13, 2011 Preceded in death by her husband Jack, daughter Mary Jane, grandson Kelly, sisters Jane (Jim) Meloy, Odessa Ralph, Velma Mullikin, and Catherine Price. Survived by her loving children Charles (Sandy), Patricia (Richard) LaForte, Keith; grandchildren Michael Reynolds, Michelle Young; great-grandchildren Kelly Reynolds, Steven Young; great-great-granddaughters Bridgit Reynolds, Mikenzie Reynolds; brothers Lawrence...

John Wright

John Wright

Jul 13, 2011

John Warren Wright "The River Rat" Cottage Grove Mn, April 6th 1943 – July 13th 2011 The River Rat or Big John, as most people know him by has left us for an extended fishing trip with our Lord and Father. Although he has not been able to get out into the boat in the past few years, I know...

John Wright

John Wright

Jul 13, 2011

"In Loving Memory" John Warren Wright "The River Rat" Cottage Grove Mn, April 6th 1943 – July 13th 2011 The River Rat or Big John, as most people know him by has left us for an extended fishing trip with our Lord and Father. Although he has not been able to get out into the boat in the past few...

Marcell Warner

Marcell Warner

Jul 13, 2011

Warner, Marcell E.. March 15, 1921 July 13, 2011 Preceded in death by her husband Wayne, son Brian, 2 brothers, and 3 sisters. Survived by her son Gregory (Kathy); grandchildren Shawn, Koryn (John), Jeff, Nick; 3 great-grandchildren; family and friends. Memorial Mass 11:00 am Tuesday, July 19, 2011, at ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH 920 Holley Ave. St. Paul Park,...

Raymond Willett

Raymond Willett

Jul 13, 2011

Willett, Raymond J. Age 80 Of Cottage Grove March 31, 1931-July 13, 2011. Passed away suddenly at his apartment on July 13, 2011. Preceded in death by his loving wife Beverly, son Kevin, brother Richard. Survived by daughter Debbie (Paul) Branchaud, sons Scott (Sherry), Rich (Diane); 7 grandkids Tony, Aaron, Joshua, Mitchell, Mike, Rachel, Ashley; and his best little pal,...

Eleanore Underwood

Eleanore Underwood

Jul 8, 2011

Age 88, of Hastings, formerly of Cottage Grove died Friday night July 8, 2011 at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury. Eleanore was born July 2, 1923 in Rushford, Minnesota the daughter of Rudolph & Inger (Ness) Swenningson. She enjoyed playing Pogo on the computer and listening to country music. Eleanore was preceded in death by her husband Orville; and grandson Eric....

David Sather

David Sather

Jul 2, 2011

Of Wyoming, Minnesota Preceded in death by mother & grandparents. Was loved and will be missed by his father Al; brothers & sisters Keith (Sandy), Wayne (Barbara), Wanda (Walter), Steven (Pernell), Deanne (Frank), Kristi (David); many nieces, nephews, aunts & uncles. Memorial Service 11 AM Friday with gathering starting at 10 AM at KOK FUNERAL HOME, 7676 80th St. S....

Sherry Knutson

Sherry Knutson

Jul 2, 2011

Of Pine City formerly of Cottage Grove Loving mother of Garilyn and Mike. Born November 8, 1946 in Prairie Farm, WI, the daughter of Marjorie Fern (Frank) and Orville Knutson. Preceded in death by her son, Tony Knutson; brother, Gale Knutson and her parents. Survived by her children, Garilyn (Jason) Ehde and Mike (Danett) Knutson; brother, Robert (Barb) Knutson; sisters,...

Pearl Classen

Pearl Classen

Jul 1, 2011

Classen, Pearl R. Age 94 Of St. Paul Park Preceded in death by her husband William, Great-granddaughter Tori, and great-grandson Frankie. Survived by her daughter Gayle (Kevin) Roth; grandchildren William & Katie Roth; great-granddaughter Kayli Roth; sister Ollie Riley; brothers Orville (Frances) Peterson, Ralph (Gwen) Peterson; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Funeral service Tuesday July 5, 2011 at...

Lucille Spicer

Lucille Spicer

Jun 24, 2011

Age 88 Of Old Cottage Grove Survived by husband of 62 years Warren; children Bruce (Donna), Richard (Karen), Diane (Glenn) Hoeft, Susan (Gary) Weiby, Sheri (Paul) Wohlers; 12 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brother Ralph Brown; sisters Leona Perkins & Beverly Gross. Visitation 4-8 PM Monday at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St. S. Cottage Grove (651-459-2875) AND 10-11 AM Tuesday at...

Wendy Alfveby

Wendy Alfveby

Jun 15, 2011

Alfveby, Wendy J. Age 54 Of Cottage Grove Preceded in death by her brother Bruce Alfveby. Survived by her loving husband Mark Zilka; parents Earl & Marie Alfveby; brothers Steven (Nancy) Alfveby, Jeff (Nancy) Alfveby; sister Sandi Caminati; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Memorial service 6:00 pm Monday, June 20, 2011, at KOK FUNERAL HOME 7676 80th St....

Henry Wertheimer, Jr

Henry Wertheimer, Jr

Jun 14, 2011

Utica, Montana... ... ... ... ... ... . Henry Wertheimer Jr., 85, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at the Central Montana Medical Center in Lewistown, Mont. of natural causes surrounded by his loving family. Henry was born December 26, 1925 in St. Paul, Minn. to Henry and Rose (Shannon) Wertheimer Sr. He graduated from the St. Thomas Military Academy....

David Euerle

David Euerle

Jun 13, 2011

Euerle, David W. January 2, 1944 June 13, 2011 Survived by his loving children Duane (Deanna), Lynn Boggess, Jennifer (Robert) Newton; grandchildren Allishia & David Euerle, Jack, Sammy Jo, Jonathon, and Tony Boggess, Tyler & Tristan Cournoyer, Eric, Faith, Nathaniel, and Blake Newton; 3 great-grandchildren; sister Phyllis Wolfe; and many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Memorial service 11:00 am...

Frederick Witucki

Frederick Witucki

Jun 10, 2011

"Fritz" Age 67 of Newport Beloved husband for 44 years of Dyann; loving father of Wendy (Kevin) Schmalz; Joel; papa of Quinn, Adrian, Cameron; brother of Madeline (Del) Forquette, Phil (Karen); many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, sister Joanne. Fritz was a friend to all who knew him. His family was very special to him, and he...

Patricia Welliver

Patricia Welliver

Jun 6, 2011

age 60 of Cottage Grove unexpectedly June 6, 2011 Beloved wife of Richard; loving mother of Melanie (Eric) Oakland, Adam (Christi) Carlton, Leslie; very devoted grandmother of Kirsten, Emily, Devin, Elicia, Caleb, Carson, Lucas, Callie & Cameron; sister of Marcia Rust, Raymond A. Hanken, John (Mary) Hanken, Ruth (Tony) Ptacek; many nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by parents, brother,...

Edmund Ake Jr

Edmund Ake Jr

Jun 5, 2011

"Chub" Age 81 of Cottage Grove Passed away suddenly Beloved husband of Georgene; loving father of Steven (Sandi), Judy (Stephen) Chapman; grandfather of Stephanie, Brian (Maureen), Jennifer (Aaron) Dockendorf, Sarah (Mike) Iniguez; great-grandsons Colin & Luke. Visitation 4-7 PM Friday at KOK FUNERAL HOME, 7676 80TH St. S. Cottage Grove. Memorials preferred. Visitation Kok Funeral Home - Cottage Grove 7676...

Joan Stinson

Joan Stinson

Jun 5, 2011

Joan Lee Ruth Stinson (nee Bennett) age 73 of Blaine, born in Crookston, Minnesota, formerly of Cottage Grove, MN died suddenly on June 5th. Joan will be remembered as a loving Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and Sister. Beloved Mother and survived by Cindy, James (Kay), Jennifer (Paul) Zerba, Mark and Grandchildren Kevin, Ryan Weyker(Jaime Goodmanson) & Jamie Weyker, David Zerba, Brody,...

Larry Plemel

Larry Plemel

May 31, 2011

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