Obituaries

Oct 30, 2019

Nancy Jo Werner, age 65, of Newport, passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2019.

She was a kind, loving and caring person who adored her grandchildren. Also, she enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley. She worked at John Bartl Hardware, in Newport, MN and retired after 37 years.

Nancy is survived by her daughters, Heidi Jehlicka,...

Oct 27, 2019

Norman C. Monjeau, age 78, of South St. Paul, passed away October 27, 2019.

Memorial service will be 11 am, Friday, November 1, 2019 at Kok Funeral Home, 1201 Portland Avenue, St. Paul Park with visitation one hour prior.

Norman Charles Monjeau was born May 14, 1941 in St. Paul Park to Norman and Jeannette...

Oct 25, 2019

Jean Marie McPherson (Amondson), 69, of Cottage Grove went to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with kidney cancer on Friday, October 25th, 2019.

She is preceded in death by parents, Delwin and Marjorie Amondson; and brothers Neville and John Amondson.

She is survived by sister, Shelly Viellieux (Amondson) of Bismarck, ND and...

Oct 17, 2019

Will and Cully, ages 47 and 48, of South St. Paul.

Will and Cully left their home on a lovely fall day to drive down to see the autumn colors along the Mississippi. Their trip ended suddenly in a car crash on October 17, 2019. They are survived by sons, James and Liam; parents Bill and Peg...

Oct 13, 2019

Shirley V. Cunningham, age 75, of Ryder, ND passed away on October 13 th of 2019.

She is preceded in death by husband, Larry; sister, Sandi Walker; dad, Herman Bradshaw.

Shirley is survived by her children Lee, Brad, Eden (Sylvin) Brunsell; grandchildren, Brandon, Briana, Eli, Marissa, Conner, Kari; great-grandchildren, Ezra, Leland; mother, Virginia Bradshaw.

Oct 13, 2019

Peggy M. Earley, age 77, of Cottage Grove passed away on October 13 th , 2019. Survived by children; David (Victoria), Jackie (Dave) Sobczak, Brian (Sue), Heather; grandchildren, Michael (Amy), Daniel (Christina), Johnny, Kimberly, Ryan, Donovan; great-grandchildren, Vanessa, Jameson; brother, Bruce (Mary); brother-in-law, Michael (Carole) and many other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by loving husband, Tom; brother,...

Oct 11, 2019

Jeffrey Ahrens, age 61 of Cottage Grove, passed away October 11, 2019 following a four-year courageous battle with cancer.

A celebration of Jeff's life will be held on Friday, October 25, 2019 at 6 pm with a visitation starting at 4:30 pm until the time of service at Rose of Sharon Lutheran Church, 6875 Jamaica Avenue S.,...

Oct 8, 2019

Robin John Crumb, age 79, of Cottage Grove, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 in his home surrounded by family.

He will be dearly missed and remembered as husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Barbara; children, Christopher (Nicole), Jennifer (Kevin), Jeremy, and Nathanial (Tracy); ten grandchildren, Alexa, Zack,...

Sep 27, 2019

Cora Vollmer, age 82, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, September 27, 2019 surrounded by her family.

She is survived by children,  Shannon (Gene) Bahr,  Tracy and Kelly; grandchildren,  Erin (Andrew) Pedersen,  Jeff,  Ashley (Dominic),  Mackenzie (Mitch) Love,  Gianna, and  Jamie Jo; sister in-law,  Jan Riermann; as well as many other extended...

Sep 23, 2019

Ruth Aldea Hegg Zimmermann, age 94, of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on September 23, 2019.

The Celebration of Ruth's earthly Life will be 1:30-4:00 PM, Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Kok Funeral Home, 1201 Portland Ave., St. Paul Park, MN, 55071, off Hwy 61 south. During the gathering we will share memories,...

Sep 22, 2019

Cheryl Miller

February 17, 1951 - September 22, 2019

Age 68, of Stillwater and Newport, died peacefully surrounded by family. Preceded in death by son, John; parents, Virginia & Raymond Doran; and sister, Debra. Survived by husband Gary; son, Jeremy (Brenda); daughter Jill (Tony); brothers, Jerry (Sue), and Tim (Lori); and sister, Lonna (Paul); twelve...

Sep 19, 2019

Ruth Ann Kane, age 54, of Cottage Grove, formerly of Hastings, unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019.

Preceded in death by husband, Patrick; parents, Eugene and Marilyn; and sister, Elizabeth Armstrong. Survived by children, Christopher and Emily “Emma” and Chase Rand; grandchildren, Hailee, Maddison, Quinn, and Cooper Rand; siblings, Joseph (Susie) Pitra and Rose Defiel;...

Sep 18, 2019

Anton “Tony the Taxman” Modrynski, age 84, formerly of Cottage Grove, born September 30, 1934. Waiting for him at Heavens gate, his wife, Wilma, the love of his life for 69 of his almost 85 years. He will be deeply missed by their children, John (Shelley), Jayne, and Wendy. Their grandchildren, Matt (Sara) Brown, Jason Brown, Joshua Schroetter, Ashleigh...

Sep 13, 2019

Barbara B. Christensen, age 87, of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on September 13, 2019.

Visitation 4-7 PM, with Memorial Service at 7:00 PM, Thursday, September 19th, 2019 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St. S., Cottage Grove. Refreshments and a light meal will be served during the visitation time. Private interment at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu...

Sep 11, 2019

Marjorie “Marge” Nelson, age 74 of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on Sept. 11, 2019 with her daughters by her side.

Memorial service will be 11 am on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 – 80th Street S., Cottage Grove with visitation from 9 am until the time of service.  Interment Newport Cemetery.

Sep 10, 2019

Nicholas “Nick” A. Blees Jr., age 69 of Cottage Grove, passed away on September 10, 2019.

He is preceded in death by his father, Nick Sr.; brother, Brian and nephew, Billy.

Nick is survived by his loving wife, Pat; children, Nick III (Chris), Christina (Jesse) Ploessl; grandchildren, Nick IV, Joe, Natalie, Lydia, and Ben; mother,...

Sep 7, 2019

Florence J. “Flo” Tripp, age 86, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed away on September 7, 2019. She was born and raised in Hayward, WI. She was married for 68 years to the love of her life, Myron.  She worked for 35 years at Tinucci's in Newport, MN, where she belovedly was known as "Flosey." She was an excellent cook,...

Sep 6, 2019

Ronald E. Johnson, age 76, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 6, 2019.

Preceded in death by parents, Elmer and Lorraine. Survived by loving wife of 54 years, Sandra; children, Mark, Craig (Lisa), and Cindy; and grandchildren, Tori and Jason.

Ron proudly served in the US Navy as a Lieutenant in the...

Sep 5, 2019

Robert “Bob” Brings, age 69, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 5, 2019.

Preceded in death by parents, Jerome and Geraldine. Survived by loving wife of 46 years, Bonnie (nee Shankey); sister, Carol (Dale) Conner; other family and friends; and fur baby, Jake.

Bob retired from BNSF Railroad after 40...

Sep 1, 2019

John M. Hanson, age 54 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on September 1, 2019 at Regions Hospital.

Funeral 11 am, Saturday, September 14, 2019 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th Street S., Cottage Grove with visitation starting at 9 am until the time of service.  Interment will be at the Cottage Grove Cemetery.  In lieu of...