Robert Koivula

Robert (Bob) Allen Koivula, age 81, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on August 11, 2025. He was born and raised in Minneapolis, MN. He served in the US Army after graduating high school. He was stationed in Germany during that time. His working life consisted of being a baker and construction worker. September 2022 he moved into the Minnesota Veterans Home (DOMS) in Minneapolis. February 2025 he was moved to the Minnesota Veterans Home skilled nursing unit. He enjoyed fishing, walking, and playing cribbage. Before moving to the VA he enjoyed meeting up with his buddies for coffee at the local White Castle every morning. He loved to joke around to make you smile or laugh. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, step-father, wife, a sister and three brothers. He is survived by his son Kevin (Shannon), granddaughter Kassandra, grandson Chase, sisters Diane, Jackie (Al), Roxanna (Rick) and many other loved ones. He will be missed! In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) or a charity of your choosing in his name. A private service will be held September 20, 2025. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the doctors and staff at Minneapolis VA Medical Center, VA Home and Brighton Hospice.