Obituaries
Ronald William Shelton
Jan 13, 2025
Ronald Shelton, age 81, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025. Ron was a beloved community figure known for his meticulous planning of parties, love of the water and Jimmy Buffet songs, legendary tropical drink concoctions, and boundless generosity to family and friends.
Ron was born and raised on a farm in Heron Lake, MN, where he...
Redin Seimeh
Jan 6, 2025
Redin Seimeh, age 34, of Cottage Grove, MN passed away on January 6, 2025 unexpectedly.
It's with a heavy hearts that we inform you of the recent passing of Redin Seimeh on 01/6/25. Redin migrated from Dubai to USA to reunite with his wife and son after 5 yrs of waiting just arriving 3 months ago to the USA.. He was...
Daniel "Danny" John Rothbauer Jr.
Jan 13, 2025
Daniel "Danny" John Rothbauer Jr., age 28, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed away peacefully at home on January 13, 2025, in the loving arms of his parents.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 6 PM on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th Street S.; Cottage Grove, MN with a visitation from 3-6 PM prior to...
Dean Doyle Houdek
Jan 14, 2025
Dean Doyle Houdek, age 93, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota was born on December 21, 1931 in Faulkton, South Dakota, and passed away on January 14, 2025.
He is survived by his two sons, Dennis (Jane) and Gary (Diane); his brother Merten; grandchildren Zachary, Kaley, Emily, Ashley and Peter along with great-grandchildren Wyatt, Liam, Natalie, Evalyn, Amelia, Olivia, Isabelle and Dorian. He...
Marilyn "Penny" Ingemann
Jan 12, 2025
Marilyn "Penny" Ingemann, age 77, of Newport, MN passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, MN, surrounded by her husband and children.
Penny was born January 23, 1947 in St Paul, MN to Francis and Marie (Moritz) Carpenter. She graduated from Johnson High School in St. Paul, MN in 1965. Penny was united in marriage to...
Steven John Bovee
Jan 12, 2025
Steven Bovee, age 69, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota passed away January 12, 2025 surrounded by his family.
He was born March 8th, 1955 and was the youngest of two boys. He worked 40 years cleaning restaurant equipment. Steven lived in Cottage Grove his whole life. He loved collecting movies, video games and Titanic memorabilia. He enjoyed spending time with his wife...
Theresa Ann Anderson
Jan 9, 2025
Theresa A. AndersonAge 69Theresa passed away peacefully on January 9th, 2025 with her family by her side.
Theresa is preceded in death by her parents Sylvia and Ralph Anderson; brothers Lawrence and Richard Anderson; special brother-in-law Jim Weber; and special great niece Tiffany Bowes.She is survived by daughter Jenny (Jason) Hanna; granddaughter Amelia; sisters Jackie Hail, Anita Kvidt, and very special...
Donna Mae Urbanski
Jan 6, 2025
Donna Urbanski, 89, died on Monday, January 6 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Stewartville, Minnesota on April 17, 1935 to Clarence and Mary Benjamin. Donna and her husband, Roger, met in high school while working at the River Room restaurant in Schuneman’s department store in Saint Paul, Minnesota. They immediately established a connection and...
Barbara Ann Vorderbruggen (nee Jones)
Dec 23, 2024
Barbara Ann Vorderbruggen (nee Jones), age 77, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024.
Born to Ray and Isabelle Jones, Barbara was raised on the East side of St. Paul along with her sisters, Peg and Carol with a strong Catholic faith. She would later marry the love of her life, Daniel and move to the North...
Andrew Joseph Cison
Dec 26, 2024
Andrew "Andy" Cison, age 45, of St. Paul Park, MN passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 surrounded by his family after a long, courageous battle with cancer over the past four years.
A Celebration of Life service will be at 3 PM on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home 7676 80th Street. S.; Cottage Grove, MN with a visitation...
Edna L. Snyder
Dec 20, 2024
Edna L. Snyder 94, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota, was returned to her Heavenly Father on Friday, December 20, 2024. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM, Monday, December 30, 2024, at Zion Lutheran Church in Wessington Springs. Interment will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.
Edna was born on June...
Kenneth "Ken" Allan Rea
Jan 5, 2025
Kenneth "Ken" Allan Rea, age 81, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. He was born on July 27, 1943, in Red Wing, MN.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Edna Louise Rea; and his younger brother, Richard "Rick" Rea. He is survived by his loving...
Sandra Lou Bernier-Eberspacher (Mallinger)
Jan 3, 2025
Sandra Lou Bernier-Eberspacher (Mallinger), age 79, of Cottage Grove, MN, passed peacefully on January 3, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family. Sandy was born April 26, 1945, to Gordon and Ruth Mallinger. She was raised in South St. Paul, MN, and graduated from South St. Paul High School, class of 1964. From there, she moved to Cottage Grove, where she...
David Ralph Seliga
Dec 31, 2024
David Ralph Seliga, age 81, of St. Paul Park, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on December 31, 2024.
Survived by wife, Rita Smart Seliga; son, Tom (Heather); daughter, Sheila Gallo; and stepdaughter, Sarah (Jesse) Smart; grandchildren, Samantha, Stephanie (Devon), Gracie, Diondre, Dreshawn, Shakota, Chayton, Raegan, and Calian; great granddaughter, Addilyn; brothers, John (Peggy) and Joe; sisters,...
Jeff Charn
Dec 30, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Jeff Charn announce his sudden passing on 12/30/2024, at the age of 66.Jeff is lovingly remembered by his wife, Cindy; children, Jeffrey (Megan), Kristen (Tyson); grandchildren, Caymen, Kiley, Macklin, Karsyn, Marlowe; siblings, Sue (Todd), Lindee, Karen (Scott).A private family service will take place in the coming weeks.
Kenneth "Ken" Russell
Dec 29, 2024
Kenneth William Russell was born February 25, 1938 in Algona, Iowa to parents Clarence Russell and Matilda Claus. He passed away December 29, 2024 at the age of 86.
Ken was initially raised in Humboldt county IA, moving to West Concord, MN in 1942 and making Claremont MN his home in 1945. Ken, along with his four brothers and five sisters...
Suzette Louise Wells
Dec 27, 2024
Suzette Wells, age 65, of Woodbury, MN passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2024.
Suzette was born on February 5, 1959 to Lester and Louise (Skaggs) Wells in Red Wing, Minnesota. She grew up in Red Wing and later worked at 3M and Medtronics in research and development. She lovingly cared for her parents and grandmother Clorene Skaggs who lived to...
Michael Charles Hinz
Dec 27, 2024
Michael Charles Hinz, age 82 of Woodbury was born August 27, 1942, to Charles and Theresa Hinz, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on December 27, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, "papa," brother, uncle, and friend, known for his unwavering love of family, deep faith, and warm sense of humor.
Michael leaves behind his...
Nancy Babcock
Dec 26, 2024
Nancy Babcock, age 81, of Woodbury, MN passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024.
Arrangements are pending at this time.
Nancy is survived by her sons Bruce and Stephen (Maria); grandchildren, Breanna (David) Moonen, Justin and Sarah and sister Happy Robertson. She is preceded in death by parents Raymond and Marjorie Hopkins; grandson Nathanial and brother-in-law Robert Roberson.
Richard "Dick" Prokasky
Dec 24, 2024
Richard "Dick" Prokasky, age 83, of Cottage Grove, MN passed away on December 24, 2024.
Memorial Service will be at 11 AM on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home 7676 80th St. S.; Cottage Grove, MN with an hour visitation prior to service from 10-11 AM. All are welcome to a luncheon following the service.
Dick was born on March...
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