Obituaries
Terrance Robert Burns
Oct 23, 2023
The Big Kahuna, Weatherby, Web, Dad, Papa Terry, Grandpa, Uncle, Cousin, Friend, Veteran, Terry. All who knew him also simply referred to him as “TB”. On Monday, October 23, 2023, the world lost a legend as Terrance Robert Burns passed away peacefully with his family present following a courageous bout with Alzheimer’s disease.
TB was born to Robert and Rosemary...
Alan Robert Flader
Oct 22, 2023
Alan Flader, age 61 of Cottage Grove passed away peacefully on October 22, 2023.
There will be a Memorial Gathering at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 at Kok Funeral Home 7676 80th Street S.; Cottage Grove, MN.
Pamela Kay Dahlager
Oct 19, 2023
Pamela "Pam" Dahlager, age 72 of St. Paul, passed away October 19, 2023.
Memorial service will be 2:00 pm, Monday, October 23, 2023 at the All Saints Lutheran Church, 8100 Belden Blvd. S., Cottage Grove, MN.
Pam was born October 17, 1951 in Faribault, Minnesota to Randall and Ruth Anderson. She grew up in rural Esko and graduated from Esko...
LeRoy Snuggerud
Oct 18, 2023
LeRoy M. Snuggerud age 78, of Cottage Grove passed away peacefully on October 18, 2023 surrounded by his family.
Private services are planned.
Byron Glime
Oct 17, 2023
Byron Glime, age 94 of Cottage Grove, passed away on October 17, 2023.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 am, Thursday, October 26, 2023, at The Church of St. Rita, 8694 80th Street S., Cottage Grove with visitation starting at 9 am until the time of service. Burial at Cottage Grove Cemetery with military honors.
Byron Felix Justin Glime...
Elaine Marion Schmitz
Oct 16, 2023
Elaine Schmitz,
Age 88, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2023. Elaine was a loving and dedicated mother and grandmother and in her spare time was a passionate gardener as well as an avid birdwatcher.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Schmitz; parents, Wayne and Ann Smith and sister, Diane Smith.
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Judith Mary Darby (nee Mulvihill)
Oct 15, 2023
Judith Mary Darby (nee Mulvihill),
Age 77, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2023 surrounded by her family. Judith was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She endured a lifelong battle having Type 1 Diabetes since she was seven years old and despite living with that, she remained strong and had...
Ronnie Bonse
Oct 12, 2023
Ronnie Ree Bonse, a beloved father, brother and uncle, passed away on October 12, 2023, at the Woodbury Estates in Woodbury at the age of 66.
Private family services are planned. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank the caring staff at Woodbury Estates for their kindness and compassion to Ronnie during this time.
Born on May 11, 1957, in...
James John Schafer Sr.
Oct 11, 2023
James John Schafer, Sr., age 94 of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.
James is preceded in death by his beloved wife Audrey. James is survived by his 3 children: James Jr (Patty), Raymond (Kimberly), and Julie (Robin). He is also survived by 9 grandchildren: Raymond (Beth), Nicole (Jason), Daniel (Holly), Kalli, Gracie, Charlie, Ellie, Sam,...
Steven Michael Robinette
Oct 8, 2023
Steven Michael Robinette, age 75, of W. St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 8, 2023, after suffering from dementia.
Survived by daughters, Tammy, Heather, and Michelle; grandchildren, Darren, Lauren, Alyssa, Steven, Carrie, Michael, Matthew, and Camren; and great-granddaughter, Aubrie.
Interment with Military Honors will be 2 PM, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery,...
Robert "Bob" Dassow
Oct 5, 2023
Robert "Bob" Herman Dassow passed away peacefully on October 5, 2023, at the age of 97. He was surrounded by his family at Norris Square, a Presbyterian Homes & Services senior living community in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
Bob was born on August 3, 1926, in Vesper, Wisconsin, to Elmer and Clara Dassow. He was the second of three sons. Edgar...
Russell "Russ" McDonald
Oct 4, 2023
Russell “Russ” McDonald age 84 of Cottage Grove, MN passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 4, 2023.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 am Monday, October 9, 2023 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 920 Holley Ave.; St. Paul Park with visitation one hour prior. Burial at the church cemetery, 920...
Steven Paul LeVasseur
Oct 1, 2023
Steven Paul LeVasseur, age 68, of St. Paul Park, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 1, 2023.
Survived by devoted wife of 44 years, Elaine (nee Duell); sons, Justin and Joshua; as well as many other loving relatives and friends.
Gathering of family and friends will be 1-4 PM, Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Kok Funeral...
Sharon Swanson
Sep 30, 2023
Sharon Swanson, age 78, of Cottage Grove passed away on September 30th, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Sharon was a dedicated nurse for many years through Bethesda Rehab Hospital in Saint Paul. Among her favorite things to do was quilting, sewing and also spending her winters together with her husband, Bruce, in Texas.
Sharon is preceded in death by parents,...
Forrest Henry Bailey Jr.
Sep 26, 2023
Forrest H. Bailey Jr.
Age 77, of Woodbury
It is with great sadness that the Bailey family announces that Forrest passed away on September 26th. He died peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved family.
Visitation will be at Kok Funeral Home in St. Paul Park (1201 Portland Ave) on Wednesday, October 4th from 4:00 - 7:00 pm...
Eldon "Al" Kuder
Sep 24, 2023
Eldon "Al" Kuder, of Woodbury, MN, unexpectedly passed peacefully surrounded by family on September 24, 2023 at the age of 72.
A visitation to celebrate Al's life will be held on Sunday, October 22, from 4-8 p.m. at Kok Funeral Home in Cottage Grove, MN. The Memorial Service will be at 11 am on Monday, October 23, also at the funeral...
Pamela Jennifer Schmuki
Sep 23, 2023
Pamela (Pam, PJ) Schmuki, age 78, of Cottage Grove, passed away September 23, 2023.
Memorial service will be 10:30 am Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Cottage Grove United Church of Christ, 7008 Lamar Avenue S., Cottage Grove with visitation thirty minutes prior. Interment will be held at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Pam’s name...
Sharon Jacobson
Sep 23, 2023
Sharon Jacobson, age 76 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 23, 2023.
Private family services are planned.
Sharon was born January 5, 1947, in Osage, Iowa, and grew up in Austin, Minnesota, where she graduated from Austin Pacelli High School. Sharon continued her academic career at Mankato State University where she earned a bachelor's degree in education. While...
Anna Johnson
Sep 22, 2023
Anna Marie Johnson, age 64 of Maplewood, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 22, 2023.
Memorial mass will be 10:30 am, Friday, October 13, 2023, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 920 Holley Ave., St. Paul Park with visitation one hour prior. Burial at the church cemetery.
Born and raised in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, Anna was a caring soul who brought...
Jacob Samuel Hawn
Sep 19, 2023
Jacob Samuel Hawn "Jake", age 36, of Franklin, Minnesota unexpectedly lost his life on September 19th, 2023. He was born in Pipestone, Minnesota on December 2nd, 1986 to Keith & Deb Carlson.
Jake enjoyed classic rock, motorcycles, fishing and spending time with his friends and family. He will be remembered for his good heart, big smile, curiosity, infectious laugh, and...
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