Obituaries
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...
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...
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...
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...
Forrest Harry Taylor
Dec 23, 2024
Forrest Harry Taylor, age 99, of River Falls, Wisconsin, formerly of St. Paul Park, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024. He will be remembered for his love of fishing, spending time with friends and family, playing cards, and musical instruments.
Forrest is preceded in death by wives, Mae and Marge; son-in-law, Bill Roettger; parents, Robert and Mary; and...
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...
Ronald Michael Ulrigg
Dec 14, 2024
Ronald "Ronnie" Ulrigg, age 48 of Cottage Grove, MN passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024 with family by his side after a long and vigorous fight with Colon Cancer.
Graveside Service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery (Assembly Area #3 - Arrive by 10:45 AM); 7601 34th Avenue S.; Minneapolis,...
William "Bill" DeJonker
Dec 14, 2024
William "Bill" DeJonker, age 75, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota passed peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Bill was born on April 15, 1949 in Minnesota. Bill is survived by his wife, Karen DeJonker; children, Kasey Short (DeJonker,) and Derek DeJonker; many grandchildren; and many family.
Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Bill was a hard worker and...
Susan Jean Roubinek
Dec 11, 2024
Susan "Sue" Roubinek, age 64, of Cottage Grove passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024 surrounded by family.
Memorial service will be 11 AM on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Kok Funeral Home 7676 80th Street S.; Cottage Grove, MN with visiation from 10-11 AM prior to service. All are invited to a luncheon following service. Private interment will take place...
Michael John Paul II
Dec 10, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Michael John Paul II, age 42, on 12/10/2024. He is preceded in death by his father Michael Paul and his grandparents. Michael mostly remembered as Mick was a loving fiancé, devoted father, and cherished family member who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
Mick is survived by...
Roy Melford Dunn
Dec 9, 2024
Roy Melford Dunn, age 90, of Cottage Grove passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Roy was living at Norris Square Assisted Living, a Presbyterian Home in Cottage Grove.
Memorial service will be at 11 AM on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Kok Funeral Home (7676 80th St. S. Cottage Grove) with a visitation from 10-11 AM prior to the service....
Frederick "Fred" Draxton
Dec 9, 2024
Frederick "Fred" Ward Draxton, age 77, of Cottage Grove, MN passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024.
Memorial Service will be 11 AM on Friday, December 20, 2024 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St. S.; Cottage Grove, MN with a visitation from 10-11 AM prior to the service. All are invited to a luncheon following the service.
Fred was born in...
Charlene "Char" Marie Kester (nee Dickey)
Dec 8, 2024
The family of Charlene "Char" Marie Kester (nee Dickey) of Cottage Grove, is saddened to announce her passing on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at the age of 70 years after a brief battle with Cancer.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 26 years, Tony; children: April (Jason) Degler and Steve (Tracy) Krech; grandchildren: Dylan, Heather, and Autumn; siblings,...
Lois Joanne Larson (Johnson)
Dec 4, 2024
Lois Joanne Larson (Johnson), age 96, was called to her heavenly home on Wednesday Dec. 4, 2024.
She was surrounded by her loving family who sang to her and prayed for her as she was slipping from this earthly life to begin her new life in the presence of her Lord. She was a wonderful woman who loved Jesus with all...
Christopher "Chris" Andrew Ajer
Dec 3, 2024
Chris was born on September 24, 1980, in St Paul, Minnesota.
On December 3, 2024, Chris passed away unexpectedly at home in his bed surrounded by Sonic and Tails and every character from the Sonic movie.
Chris attended Wilshire Park Elementary in St. Anthony Village, 916 South Campus White Bear Lake, Minnesota and received his certificate from Woodbury High School in 2002.
Chris...
JoAnn Lois Kasa
Dec 3, 2024
JoAnn Kasa, age 91, of Cottage Grove passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024 surrounded by her family.
Funeral service will be at 11 AM on Monday, December 9, 2024 at Newport Lutheran Church, 900 15th Street; Newport, MN with a visitation from 10-11 AM with a luncheon following service. Interment will take place at Cottage Grove Cemetery in Cottage Grove,...
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