Peggy Kolasa Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Jon Lemmerman
January 24, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss
Lorraine and George Sr Hulinsky
November 16, 2007
George and Kate and family,
God bless you and your family, we are truely sorry for your loss and please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers each and every day. We love you, Grandma and Grandpa Hulinsky
Tammy Warner
November 15, 2007
Our heart felt condolences on the passing of Peggy. We are sorry we did not get the opportunity to tell you in person. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Tammy Warner and Wank too!
Katrina Kolasa (Winter)
November 15, 2007
Peggy (Summer)
We miss you and think of you everyday. The kids remember how much fun they have had with you. Kole misses playing Kings in the corner with you. Kodi loved coloring with you "even though your stick people needed some help". I loved camping with you and Vern at the Winnabago Rally & Breezy Point. We sure had fun "tipping the T.V. over". Kevin has so many more memories he has shared but one favorite is the he / she snowman you and Kevin built in Osakis MN.
Vern, you and Peggy were sure special together. You two shared an adventures live together and thank you for giving that to her. We love you Mom, Grandma we will forever miss you
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Sheri Emery
November 12, 2007
Kate and the Kolasa family,
May this time of sadness, also bring you comfort, that she is resting in the arms of her Savior, and she will always be with you, guiding you and loving you. May God continue to bless your family in good times and in the not so good times. Thinking of you always.
Tracey Valenta
November 8, 2007
Kolasa,
We once knew her as an angel and now she has become an angel.
As she will be watching over us with her smile. She would want us to remember the good times we had with her and cherish those memories.
As she would want us to live life to the fullest and think of her when times are tough as she would always find a way to put a smile on a face.
She would want us to remember her as the person who lived life to the fullest till the very end.
She will truely be missed and remembered.
Kate (Kolasa) Hulinsky
November 7, 2007
Dad,
No one loved her more than you did and you shared a life with her that most people only dream about. Thank you for taking such great care of her and for all us kids over the years and we will help to take care of you now. I love you dad.
Kate
Sherry O'Neel Bertram
November 6, 2007
Vern & Family: I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your families. I grew up with Peggy and spent a lot of time with her in our early teens. Even though I hadn't seen Peggy in many years the rememberances I have are good ones. I was hoping that Peggy would have joined the DHS Class of 67 reunion so we could have reunited. I will keep you all in my prayers. Again, my deepest sympathy to you.
Michaele Gardner
November 6, 2007
Vern and family,
My deepest condolences for you during this tough time. Peggy was a wonderful woman and will be missed by many people.
Keep your memories of her close to comfort you.
Karen Wilson
November 6, 2007
Vern and Family: I know that losing a loved one is very difficult. Please accept my condolences and prayers as you jorney through this very trying time. Please know that albiet way to soon, she is in God's hands. Take care and God Bless you all. Love, Karen (Kolasa) Wilson - daughter to Joe Kolasa (dec.)
November 6, 2007
Vern and Family: Please accept our deepest sympathy in Peggy's passing. May God Bless all of you at this very difficult time.
Aunt Joan Kolasa
Valerie Valenta
November 6, 2007
Kolasa's Family -
I am sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you and your family.
Peggy is in a safe place and will be watching over her love ones.
Jill Oslowski
November 6, 2007
Vern and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I still am in shock. I can't believe she's not with us anymore. It seems so surreal. I remember bowling with Peggy, I remember the Christmas celebrations and I remember me waiting inside with her and the kids while Vern worked on our cars. She had a wonderful sense of humor. You are all in my prayers. I hope your family finds peace. Bless you all!
Jen Duran
November 5, 2007
Vern and family,
While growing up I remeber going to your home or cabin and always having fun and laughing. That is how I'll always remember Peggy. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jen Duran
Andi NELSEN
November 5, 2007
Dear Kate and family,
I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your entire family.. I know how close you and your mom were, Kate, and I can't even begin to imagine how your
world has shifted right now. Please let me know if I can do anything for you..
Love and peace,
Andi
Bob Luce
November 5, 2007
Vern and Family,
Mary Ellen and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will remember all the good times we shared.
Bob and Mary Ellen Luce
Harlan and Rosie Hanson
November 5, 2007
We were able to be with Peggy and Vern the two days before this tragedy. We are thankful for those times. Breezy and Arizona will not be the same. We had so many fond memories at the Nisswa Legion and at Pestello's. We had so many more plans. Things do not always turn out the way we hope or plan. Vern, we are always here for you. Thanks for sharing all those great grandkids with us. Vern, always welcome wherever we are.
Ali (Alice Ferry)
November 5, 2007
Vern and Family,
My condolences to you, and God's help in getting through your sorrow.
I hadn't talked to Peggy in probably 30 years, and just recently contacted her about our 40 year class reunion. I was trying to track down addresses for her cousins, Linda and Trudy. We had such a great visit, and I enjoyed hearing about the traveling that you and she were doing.
May God hold you and your children in his hands.
Dave, Debbie,Jennifer, Christina, & Brian Karnes
November 5, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Ame Goldsmith
November 5, 2007
To the entire family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Kate, I knew your mom back when we were kids and I am in total shock. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carrie Larson-Wedin
November 4, 2007
Want to extend our deepest sympathies to the whole family. Peggy was a wonderful person & a pleasure to know & hang around with. Getting to know her kids & grandkids was just a bonus.
With so many great times & memories, I will smile when I think of her.
Our thoughts & prayers go out to Vern, the kids, grandkids, & the rest of the families.
Rest in Peace Peg-you will be missed.
Maxine Starke
November 4, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joan A and Patrick Lyrek
November 4, 2007
Vern and Family,So sorry to hear about Peggy your loss is so unbearable glad we spent some time in Florida with both of you.Thanks for all you did for us over the years at Lake Sarah.
Florence & Lennis Hilliard (Dabrowski)
November 4, 2007
The Vern Kolasa family, our deepest sympathy goes all out for you. I will remember the time we had at your folks place in rogers, You are in my prayers at this time and always. Take care and God Bless
Hick Oslowski
November 1, 2007
Dear Vern and Family,
Peggy was a dear sister and a better friend. She was always vibrant and full of compassion. We will miss her wonderful sense of humor and her big friendly smile. Please stay in touch. Seek the Lord during this sorrowful time and He will help and comfort you by his spirit. Love Always,
Hick,Helena and family.
BRENDA OSLOWSKI
November 1, 2007
PEGGY WILL BE MISSED. ALWAYS SMILING AND LAUGHING. GREATEST SENSE OF HUMOR. I WISH I COULD EXPRESS MYSELF BETTER. I HAVE NO WORDS. DON AND I ARE STILL IN SHOCK.
karen Bain
November 1, 2007
I met my "big sister" so late in my life, that I wish it had been earlier. The short time I knew her was so great. She was so much like her mother, that it made losing Vi easier. I will miss her. I know that she will always watch over all of us.
Mandy Ormsbee
November 1, 2007
Sincere condolences to all family members dealing with this sad loss-husband, siblings, children and grandchildren. Peggy was a warm and genuine person, and will be deeply missed. I hope you find comfort in your wonderful memories.
Jackie Oslowski
November 1, 2007
Vern and family-
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in this time of sorrow. Peggy was a wonderful woman, so full of joy and energy, she will be greatly missed! I know she is in Heaven with Grandma/Mom looking over all of us. May that give you peace during this time.
Jan and Butch Gardner
November 1, 2007
Vern and family:
We watched your family grow, as so did ours,all into wonderful people.
Peggy was such a joy to be around and will be remembered with joy and laughter.
I only wish I had a picture of you and Peggy in our bathrobes after our famous mud ride on the
4-wheelers.I think Peggy road better then any of us.
Vern, just remember, she is still watching over you.
Special memories
Phil and Mary Tullbane
October 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Vern and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Peggy was such a wonderful person who was so comfortable to be around. Even though we didn't see each other often, when we did it seemed like yesterday. We will miss her.
Daryl and Missy Gilles
October 31, 2007
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May her memories sustain you in the years to come.
Bob and Kelly Gardner
October 31, 2007
Vern our thought and prayers are with you. Peggy was a wonderful happy spirit. She loved life and adored her family.
Shannon, Josie & Dylan Kolasa
October 31, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss
Barb Pedlar
October 31, 2007
Peggy,
I met you through my Scott and Kelly at the Pickle.
It won't be the same without you at Vern's side. You were a wonderful lady with a winning smile and open arms. I will miss you!
I want to extend my prayers and my support to Vern and your family.
Love you, take care
Barb Pedlar
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