Photo courtesy of Hamlin-Hansen-Kosloski Funeral Home - Moose Lake
Oct 22, 1936 - Dec 8, 2025
We were neighbors years ago and truly the funniest guy I ever met. He gave my dog a deer leg and called to ask what my dog killed in our little fenced in yard. He was just so funny. So generous with my Dad Otto who lived in the house before me always keeping an eye on him. Truly a man with a big heart, I am sure God was more than happy to have him. God bless your family. Jim & Nancy Tuerk
Nancy Tuerk
January 10, 2026 | Oakdale, MN | Friend
We cousins (Uncle Leonard Tessmer side) just heard about Bob's passing. Our condolences to Sally. We last met at Aunt Mabel's funeral. Bob was a good son, a good nephew. He was there always for Aunt Mabel. We did not have many get-together's growing up and then life took over. But when we talked, he was interesting and caring. So sorry Sally, and children. Glad he made it to 89!
Nata Jackson
January 06, 2026 | Somerset, WI | Family
I liked my first cousin Bob. He was always friendly and upbeat. And nobody had better stories to tell. Gonna miss him.
George Tessmer
January 05, 2026 | Saint Paul, MN | Family
Always making people laugh - Bob is one of the warmest, funny, loving people to have walked this earth. My deepest condolences to everyone who knew and loved him. RIP Bob
Connie Granfors
December 27, 2025 | Apache Junction, AZ
Robert (Bob) Eugene Tessmer age 89 of South St Paul passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025 surrounded by family. Bob was a Private First Class in the Army, serving time in Germany. Preceded in death by wife Joan and parents Leonard and Katherine. He kept his promise to Joan and took care of his children, as well as his Mom, Dad and Aunt Mabel. He will be deeply missed by long-time companion and caregiver Sally Spiess, children Robert (Karen), Kristian (Bryan) Granfors, Cynthia Tessmer, 7 grandchildren: 11 great grandchildren. Bob was a cement mason for Borsen Construction for many years and will be remembered for his sense of humor, being the oldest male Tessmer, cooking- especially Italian sausage which he gave to everyone, having a passion for hunting and fishing, loving a good bargain, and a deep love of his family. We are grateful to Jackie and Dustin who opened their home to whomever wanted to see him after they took him in to honor his wishes to never be in the nursing home after his last stroke. Private family Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
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