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Kok Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Cottage GroveJohn Fransen Obituary
John Fransen, age 70, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 in the comfort of his home.
Preceded in death by parents, Leonard and Audrey Fransen. Survived by loving wife of 47 years, Gayle (nee Falzone); sons, Nicholas (Ciara) and Tony (Jasha); grandchildren, Knox, River, Lena, Solen, and Leland; siblings, Greg (Joy), Laurie (Larry) Gray, Brian (Leslie), and Bruce (Janet); and many other loving family and friends.
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Celebration of Life 11 AM with visitation beginning at 10 AM, Monday, March 9, 2026 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St. S., Cottage Grove, MN 55016.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
9
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Kok Funeral Home
7676 80th Street South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
9
Celebration of Life
11:00 a.m.
Kok Funeral Home
7676 80th Street South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Kok Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Cottage Grove