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Robert Larry Thompson
September 25, 1937 ~ February 11, 2017 (age 79) 79 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Al & Carol Hoekstra
February 17, 2017 7:50 AM
Dear Kathy,
Thoughts of you and Bob always bring smiles to our faces. Isn't that a great legacy? Bob was a true "gentle" man in every way.
We pray for you as you go through this difficult time, and hope all the prayers from family and friends will bring you peace.
Thoughts of you and Bob always bring smiles to our faces. Isn't that a great legacy? Bob was a true "gentle" man in every way.
We pray for you as you go through this difficult time, and hope all the prayers from family and friends will bring you peace.
A Pedestal Arrangement was sent on February 14, 2017
Kathy and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jackie, Pat, Jodi, Shari and Tracy
Message from Dennis Pederson
February 13, 2017 9:09 PM
Hello, February, 13, 2017
Reading the Star Tribune this morning I scanned the Obituaries and noted “Robert (Bob) Thompson. At first glance, the note was a brief few sentences, so I wondered if it was in fact my friend of long ago. Going to the mortuary web site gave detail and picture. It was Bob, my friend for 25 years during the 70s and 80s.
I am Dennis (Denny) Pederson. My wife Karen and I with two small children purchased our first house after leaving the US Air Force/Viet Nam/B-52s. That was in 1968. Our house was at 8455 Hillside Trail in Cottage Grove. Just up the steep hill that was a part of our backyard lived Bob & Bobbi Thompson. We didn’t socialize as couples, but Bob and I developed a friendship early on, not certain how it began, but we become a support group of two, meeting for lunch once a month or so over a long period of time. Bob was selling for Leslie Paper and I was selling computers for Honeywell. Over time our conversations became focused, mine on the challenges of advancing my career, his on the most unfortunate of family events, losing a young daughter after contracting chickenpox that develped into encephalitis of the brain. And then his marriage disintegrated. He told me of so much detail I could only listen and express my sadness and yet hope for better things to come in his life.
Then one day I called Bob to set a lunch time date per usual…no return call. Called a number of times over a few months…no Bob. I quickly dispelled the idea that I “had said something wrong” and then wondered what happened in his life that must have disrupted the normal flow of activities.
Fast forward 20 or more years, I got a call from Bob. I lived then and continue to live in Orono. Not so far away Bob and I met at the Medina Restaurant/Ballroom off Hwy 55 in Medina. He told me, not too specifically, of health issues with his dad in Wisconsin had required a large measure of caregiving from him. I think that is right…it was quite some time ago. There was an apology in there somewhere, but it didn’t matter it be said. The fact that he called and wanted to meet was apology enough. He didn’t waste much time showing me his chest scar from open heart surgery, that he spent much time now in Florida and loved to fish. But more importantly he told me of how proud he was of his children, now adults of course.
Over the next few months Bob sent me a couple of emails with pictures attached of he fishing with friends. I sent a reply or two, but renewing friendships after so long are near impossible I believe. Ours comfortably resides in memory.
Kathy, you and I actually met. So long ago I can’t remember where or when…you and Bob were dating. He undoubtedly was very happy to have found you and no doubt you lit a new and wonderful light of love in his heart.
May God bless you and family with extra emphasis on the grandchildren.
With condolences,
Dennis Pederson
dennis_pederson@mac.com
Reading the Star Tribune this morning I scanned the Obituaries and noted “Robert (Bob) Thompson. At first glance, the note was a brief few sentences, so I wondered if it was in fact my friend of long ago. Going to the mortuary web site gave detail and picture. It was Bob, my friend for 25 years during the 70s and 80s.
I am Dennis (Denny) Pederson. My wife Karen and I with two small children purchased our first house after leaving the US Air Force/Viet Nam/B-52s. That was in 1968. Our house was at 8455 Hillside Trail in Cottage Grove. Just up the steep hill that was a part of our backyard lived Bob & Bobbi Thompson. We didn’t socialize as couples, but Bob and I developed a friendship early on, not certain how it began, but we become a support group of two, meeting for lunch once a month or so over a long period of time. Bob was selling for Leslie Paper and I was selling computers for Honeywell. Over time our conversations became focused, mine on the challenges of advancing my career, his on the most unfortunate of family events, losing a young daughter after contracting chickenpox that develped into encephalitis of the brain. And then his marriage disintegrated. He told me of so much detail I could only listen and express my sadness and yet hope for better things to come in his life.
Then one day I called Bob to set a lunch time date per usual…no return call. Called a number of times over a few months…no Bob. I quickly dispelled the idea that I “had said something wrong” and then wondered what happened in his life that must have disrupted the normal flow of activities.
Fast forward 20 or more years, I got a call from Bob. I lived then and continue to live in Orono. Not so far away Bob and I met at the Medina Restaurant/Ballroom off Hwy 55 in Medina. He told me, not too specifically, of health issues with his dad in Wisconsin had required a large measure of caregiving from him. I think that is right…it was quite some time ago. There was an apology in there somewhere, but it didn’t matter it be said. The fact that he called and wanted to meet was apology enough. He didn’t waste much time showing me his chest scar from open heart surgery, that he spent much time now in Florida and loved to fish. But more importantly he told me of how proud he was of his children, now adults of course.
Over the next few months Bob sent me a couple of emails with pictures attached of he fishing with friends. I sent a reply or two, but renewing friendships after so long are near impossible I believe. Ours comfortably resides in memory.
Kathy, you and I actually met. So long ago I can’t remember where or when…you and Bob were dating. He undoubtedly was very happy to have found you and no doubt you lit a new and wonderful light of love in his heart.
May God bless you and family with extra emphasis on the grandchildren.
With condolences,
Dennis Pederson
dennis_pederson@mac.com
Message from anouch
February 13, 2017 6:43 PM
Though I know that this is a difficult time for you, my hope is that you will be comforted from God's inspired word the Bible. John 5:28,29 and Revelation 21: 3,4 gives hope of a future resurrection and the complete elimination of death, pain and mourning. Under Jesus' kingdom rule we have this and much more to look forward to. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Message from Angell Field
February 13, 2017 1:40 PM
Kathy, words may not suffice to express our heartfelt sorrow. Bob was so kind, caring and honest. We still have the things he made for Kaylee like her toy box, kids desk and chairs etc. all with with the penny in them. They still look as good as the day he made them for her except for a few marking and stickers she added when she was little. We have so many wonderful memories. Our hearts go out to you and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
A Shades of Elegance was sent on February 13, 2017
Our deepest sympathy Kathleen, we are so sorry for your loss. We absolutely love this kind man. The Karinens, Venla, Al and Darlene
Message from Amy Field
February 13, 2017 11:57 AM
This news brings a heavy heart, but also, one filled with only warm and fond memories of such a kind soul. May Bob's spirit soar, and you all find peace and healing.
Message from Michelle Swenson
February 13, 2017 10:16 AM
Oh Kathy.... I am so sorry for your loss of Bob. He was such a delight to see and was always so kind and caring to me. He will be so missed. Please know that I am here for you and will continue praying for you and your family. Hugs and prayers special lady.
A candle was lit by Karen
on February 13, 2017 5:31 AM
Message from Karen Patterson
February 13, 2017 5:31 AM
I am sorry for your families loss -
I have so many memories of Bob and think fondly back on the woodworking that he and my dad loved to do. I loved the "kid-size" adirondack chairs with the penny in the back he made for our kids. All the laughter he and my dad had and how he was there for him in his final days. Sending you peace and love -
I have so many memories of Bob and think fondly back on the woodworking that he and my dad loved to do. I loved the "kid-size" adirondack chairs with the penny in the back he made for our kids. All the laughter he and my dad had and how he was there for him in his final days. Sending you peace and love -
Message from Shari (O'Hern) Nichols
February 12, 2017 8:22 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Kathy and all your loved ones. I know my folks really enjoyed time with you and Bob.
Message from Bob Hohense
February 11, 2017 5:41 PM
Kathy, my sympathy to you. It was a pleasure to meet you and Bob in Florida. I know that he wiill be missed by Krista and many others.
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