Mar 2, 1994 – Sep 20, 2015 (Age 21)
OBITUARY Jacob Donald Kato was born on March 2, 1994 in Coon Rapids, MN. He is youngest of three children born to Timothy and Beverly (Welck) Kato. Jacob and his family moved to Alexandria when he was six years old. He graduated from Jefferson High where he played hockey as a wing and center on offense. Jacob moved to Minneapolis and had begun taking classes at the Minneapolis Technical and Community College. Jacob was known to play video games and watch football. He loved music and like to dance. He found his faith in the Lord again about a year ago through a close mentor and his church in St. Paul MN. He was now focusing on the positive side in his life and he shared his new attitude with his friends. Jacob was said to be a shining light to some of his friends and a positive influence in their lives. Jacob was a loving son and brother who was looking forward to returning to school and making a good life for himself. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Jacob D. Kato died on Sunday, September 20, 2015 in Minneapolis, MN at the age of 21 years old. He was preceded in death by his grandparents James (Bernadine) Kato and grandmother Merna Welck. He is survived by his parents Timothy and Beverly Kato of Alexandria; sisters Beth Kato (Jim Robinson) of Plymouth, MN; Bonnie Kato (Don Ciweski) of Janesville, WI; grandfather Merwin Welck of Robbinsdale; aunt Barbara Welck of Robbinsdale, MN and special friends Brittnay Palmer of Minneapolis. A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 28, 2015 at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel in Alexandria.
Jake bud! You were to young for this to happen. I only new you as a classmate but I could tell you were on the path to success. I'm sorry to see you go so soon. I send my love to your family
Greg Anderson
June 07, 2016
He'd walk through fire just to play the game. He went to the net & corners hard for a forward his size. He was such a great player and even a better teammate. I so wish we could go back to that year for just one day. RIP Kato - your light shines on.
A Cardinal
June 07, 2016
One of my all time favorite memories is on a Christmas eve when Jacob was around 4 years old..Santa Claus and I woke jacob up to give him a special early Christmas gift and to thank him for the cookies he left for Santa and reindeer to eat. The look on his face was Priceless...my little doodlebug....so sweet...
Beth Kato
June 07, 2016
Sending our deepest sympathy to Tim and Bev and family ... From Gary and Pam Bloomquist in Coon Rapids. We remember Jacob as a little boy when you were our neighbor. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Gary and Pam Bloomquist
June 07, 2016
So sorry for your loss Bev and Tim! I got to know Jake when he was working at Mainstreet. He was such a hard worker and had a great zest for life. I also had the opportunity to have some serious conversations with Jake that will forever be with me. He left an impact on me! I love you both! Nancy
Nancy Nelson
June 07, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time.....I will always remember the times when the boys hung out at the house and Jacob was like my third son. I know there was tough times and good times and we will always remember the good times we had. Jacob grew up to be a fine young man and will be greatly missed by all.
Smith's
June 07, 2016
Bev was peeking around the corner trying to take a picture and 'santa' aka jimmy dressed up in Santa suit and myself tried so hard to keep our composure and not laugh..
Beth Kato
June 07, 2016
