Michael J. "Mike" Kocourek

Michael J. "Mike" Kocourek obituary, Minneapolis, MN

Michael J. "Mike" Kocourek

Michael Kocourek Obituary

Published by Legacy on Dec. 29, 2024.
Obituary of Michael J. Kocourek
Michael (Mike) J. Kocourek, 71 of St. Louis Park, passed away on December 26, 2024.
Preceeded in death by parents, Dick and Barb Kocourek, brother Pat Kocourek and best friend, John Sheehy.
Survived by, sister, Jacque Feela, brothers, Brad and John Kocourek, Daughters, Lisa Wells and Jennifer Yee (Greg), son, Ryan Kocourek (Deb), Grandsons, Zachary Bertsch, Chasen Kocourek, Grandaughter, Abigail Emmert, Niece, Jessica Tedrow (John), Nephews, Jason and John Munneke, Ricky and Brandon Kocourek. Great Nephew Cody Tedrow and great Niece Amber Chaney (Richard). Aunts, Kathy Morrison and Geraldine Bauske (Lloyd), numerous cousins and life long friends.
Mike was an avid fisherman, hunter, collector of antiques and no car, like a mopar. Mike was a great dad, grandfather, brother and friend. He was generous to the core and everyone who met him, loved him.
Celebration of life will be held on January 11, 2025 at his home from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, 3501 Utah Ave S. St. Louis Park, MN 55426
In lieu of flowers and memorial donations, please make a donation to the Make A Wish Foundation.

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