John Robert Wolfe

Wolfe, John Robert age 78, of Coon Rapids. John was born July 20, 1932 in Dassel, MN and passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 2, 2011. Preceded in death by his parents, Alfred & Marion; sisters, Kathryn Draheim and Ruth Wolfe. He will be missed by his loving wife of 54 years, Milly; children, Ronald, Leslie (Rob) Zimmer, Ann Piazza, Ruth (Rick) Elling, Mary Sue (Chris) Jensen, Anthony (Susan); 14 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brother, Fred; sister, Gretchen Miles; nieces, nephews, and good friends. John graduated from Watertown H.S. and the U of MN. After serving 2 yrs. in the army, he taught Industrial Arts in Waseca, Pine River, and for 24 yrs. at Coon Rapids H.S. During this time he earned his Master's degree in Education. He was a member of the Coon Rapids Kiwanis Club, serving as president 1995-1997. John loved to garden, fish, and work on most things mechanical. He could fix almost anything so a repairman was seldom called. He loved being with his ever growing family. He was a good son and a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be deeply missed. John was blessed to be a recipient of a donor heart in 1993 and to receive from daughter, Ruth, a kidney in 2001. He has urged all to consider being organ donors. Memorial Services Sat., July 16 at 11 am with visitation 1 hr. prior at the Coon Rapids United Methodist, 10506 Hanson Blvd. (763) 755-6990. Memorials preferred to the Gift of Life Transplant House, 705 2nd St. SW, Rochester, MN 55903, or to donor's favorite charity. Cremation Society of MN 763-560-3100