Obituaries

Oct 11, 2021

Jerome H. "Jerry" Miller, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Oct. 11 2021 at the age of 83.

Preceded in death by his Brother James and Daughter Terri Jo.

Survived by his loving wife Carol; his loyal and loving dog Piper; daughters, Shari and Judi"John"; grandchildren, Brandon "Sami", Kristen, Miranda...

Oct 11, 2021

James C. Jansen, age 86, a lifelong resident of Cottage Grove died peacefully on October 11, 2021.

James was born June 30, 1935 in St. Paul to Bernard and Agnes Jansen.  He grew up on the family farm and graduated from high school in 1953.  His lifelong passion was working the land and caring for his animals...

Oct 10, 2021

Janet “Jan” Langness, age 69, of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 10, 2021.

Preceded in death by parents, Dennis and Florence Langness; brothers, Don, Stan, Bruce, Larry, and Byron. Survived by siblings, Gloria Asmus, Wayne (Sue), Jerry (Judy), Dale, Diane (Dennis) White, Wanda Kern, Rosie Asmus, Myron, and Randy (Colleen); many nieces, nephews, and...

Oct 8, 2021

Margie “Marge” Marie, age 77 of St. Paul Park, passed away October 8, 2021.

Margie was born in Durand, Wisconsin, to Rueben and Hazel (Johnson) Walker on January 19, 1944.  Marge lived larger than life, and enjoyed helping everyone around her do the same.  She thrived on helping others, always putting their needs before her own.  Marge...

Oct 7, 2021

Sherry Jo (Elg) Keen, age 67 of Newport and Cottage Grove, passed away October 7, 2021 from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

Memorial service will be 11 am, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 at Newport United Methodist, 1596 11th Ave., Newport, MN with visitation starting at 9 am.

Sherry was born March 1, 1954...

Oct 4, 2021

Patricia May Kennedy, age 88 of St. Paul Park, passed away on October 4, 2021.

She was born in St. Paul on July 20, 1933 and lived most of her life in St. Paul Park.  Patricia was a loving and kind person and dedicated in her faith and devotion to St. Andrews Lutheran Church.  She enjoyed reading...

Oct 3, 2021

Benjamin Thomas Rossow

Age 23, of Bloomington, formerly of Cottage Grove

Born October 12, 1997 – Died October 3, 2021

Passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 3, 2021. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, and companion as well as a great friend to everyone. Ben is survived by his mother, Melanie...

Oct 3, 2021

Brenda Corrine Forbes, age 73, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota, passed away on October 3, 2021, with family by her side.

Brenda was born on January 8, 1948, in Brainerd, Minnesota, to parents, Harriet (Palmquist) and Clifford Dahl. She graduated in 1966 from Ashland High School in Ashland, Wisconsin.

On September 6, 1969, Brenda was united...

Oct 2, 2021

Cleora Tembreull, age 87, passed away peacefully, with her family at her side, on October 2, 2021.

Cleora enjoyed walking and biking with her husband, Cletus. She was also an avid crocheter, gardener, and baker around the holidays. Over the years, Cleora became quite the fisherwoman. Cleora and Cletus were long time members of the Country Cousins...

Oct 1, 2021

Jerome “Jerry” Donald Dudzinski, age 72 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on October 1, 2021.

Jerry was the ultimate family man; he loved his children and grandchildren very much. Jerry enjoyed gardening and being an active member of The Church of St. Rita. Over the past years, Jerry devoted himself as a full-time caregiver to his...

Oct 1, 2021

Celebration of Life will be 1:00 - 5:00 PM, Saturday, October 23, 2021 at the Second Street Depot, 320 2nd St. E., Hastings, MN, 55033.

Lisa Schiller, age 54 of Cottage Grove formerly of Hastings, was an incredibly selfless mother, grandmother, and friend. She passed away peacefully, in her home, after an inspiring battle with...

Sep 30, 2021

Michael “Mike” Robert Hilsuk, age 66 of Saint Paul, passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2021.

Mike will be greatly missed and always remembered for his great sense of humor, good spirit, and kind heartedness. Mike was the kind of guy who would give you the shirt off his own back. He loved to read, listen to...

Sep 28, 2021

Charles “Chuck” Duede, age 77, of Cottage Grove, passed away while surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 after a four-year battle with cancer.

Chuck was born on December 21st, 1943 in Minneapolis, MN. Chuck and his older brother Dave were raised by their mother, Gladys, and maternal grandparents, Herman & Clara. He grew up...

Sep 27, 2021

Alton Bushman, age 81, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 27, 2021.

Alton was born on April 13, 1940 in Albert Lea, MN to parents, Arno Herman and Anna Marie (nee Bolgendorfer) Bushman, who were immigrants from Germany. He married Marlys (nee Berg) on September 1, 1962 and they just celebrated their 59th wedding...

Sep 25, 2021

Michael James Michener

On Saturday, September 25, 2021, Michael James Michener, loving father, son and brother, passed away at the age of 39.  Michael was born to Duane and Beverly Michener on August 23, 1982, in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.  On November 24, 2014, Michael became a father to Jackson Thomas Michener who quickly became his pride and...

Sep 24, 2021

Rosalinda Garcia Chavez, age 78, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on September 24th, 2021.

Rose was born in Brownsville, Texas and lived in California prior to moving to Cottage Grove, MN and enjoying the past 45 years in a community she loved.

Rose was a sweet, caring and loving woman who always put others...

Sep 24, 2021

Neil Ganther, age 76 of Cottage Grove passed away September 24, 2021.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, October 10, 2021 from 2-5 pm at The American Legion, Post 98, 328 Broadway Ave., St. Paul Park.  Private interment will be held at a later date.

Neil was born September 13, 1945 in...

Sep 23, 2021

David Schurmeier, age 61 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2021.

David James Schurmeier was born November 5, 1959 in St. Paul to John and Joylyn (Heath) Schurmeier.  He grew up in Cottage Grove and graduated from Park High School in 1978.  David worked at the Ford Plant in St. Paul for a short...

Sep 23, 2021

William “BJ” Jeske Jr., age 35 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2021 at Woodwinds Hospital.

BJ was born April 8, 1986 in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba to William “Bill” Sr. and Sophia (Jaso) Jeske.  In his early years while his dad served in the military, they lived in Jacksonville, FL, Corpus Christi, TX and...

Sep 23, 2021

Doralene Agnes (nee Collette) Lynch, age 95 passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 23, 2021.

Doralene (Dolly) was born August 23, 1926 in Verona, North Dakota, the youngest of 8 children of Frank and Ida Mae (LaFond) Collette.  She grew up in Austin, MN, where her first job was working for the Austin Daily Herald newspaper.  Dolly...