Renner, Robert G. Sr. - Federal District Court Judge Age 81, Of Roseville On March 1, 2005. Bob graduated from St. John's University and Georgetown Law School. He began his legal career in private practice in Walker. Bob served in the MN House of Representatives from 1957-1969. He was appointed US Attorney in 1970 and later became a US Magistrate and US District Judge. Preceded in death by his sons Gregory and Robert Jr. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Catherine (Colleen); children, Anne (Joel) Evans, Richard (Shelley) and David (Jean) Renner; daughter-in-law, Heather Renner; 7 grandchildren; sisters, Betty Meeks, Sister Emmanuel Renner, OSB, Sister Maranatha Renner, OSB, Barbara McLaughlin; brother Richard (Mary Ann) Renner. Visitation Thursday (TODAY) 5-8PM at HOLCOMB-HENRY-BOOM FUNERAL HOME; 515 W. Hwy 96 at Mackubin; Shoreview, (651-482-7606). Procession leaving funeral home on Friday for 11AM Mass of Christian Burial at ST. ODILIA CATHOLIC CHURCH, 3495 Victoria St. N, Shoreview. Interment Roselawn Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Ronald McDonald House. The family thanks all of Bob's home healthcare aides, especially his primary caregiver, Erlinda Gonzales.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Mar. 3, 2005.

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Louis McElroy

March 4, 2005

David, I was informed by my parents of the passing of your father. I am so sory for your loss, your father was a wonderful man. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Lou McElroy

Sandy Kunert

March 4, 2005

Rick Shelley and Family,

I was sorry to read about you father

passing away. I am sure he was a

wonderful person and will be missed

dearly by all who knew and loved him. My prayers are with you all at

this time. Take care and Peace to you all. Sandy Kunert

Lorinda & Jim Mishek

March 2, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May all the good memories of Bob help you through the difficult times ahead.

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