Ronald Kolles Obituary
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Ronald Joseph Kolles, age 74, of Albertville passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at his residence.
He was born on March 24, 1951 in Princeton, Minnesota the son of Victor L. and Olivia K. (Peters) Kolles.
Ron graduated from St. Michael High School in 1969.
On July 9, 1976, Ronald J. Kolles and LaVonne R. Durant were joined in marriage.
Ron owned and operated Ron's Grain Service for many years.
He enjoyed going to auctions, threshing shows, driving, car shows and sightseeing.
Ron was a lifelong member of St. Albert Catholic Church in Albertville.
Survived by his mother: Olivia Kolles of St. Michael; his brothers: David (Mary) Kolles of Buffalo, Michael (Carmen) Kolles of Elk River, Joe Kolles of Oklahoma and John (Karla) Kolles of Otsego; significant other: Centa Sorum; a sister-in-law: Linda Kolles of Browerville; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Preceded in death by his wife LaVonne R. Kolles, his father Victor Kolles and by a brother Bernard Kolles.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Ronald J. Kolles will be held on Monday, June 23rd at 10:00 A.M. at St. Albert Catholic Church in Albertville. Father Joseph Zabinski will be the Celebrant.
Inurnment will follow at St. Albert Catholic Cemetery.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, June 22nd from 4-8 P.M. AT THE CHURCH. Further visitation will be held on Monday morning, June 23rd beginning at 9:00 A.M. at the church.
Urn Bearer will be Centa Sorum.
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Donald praught
June 22, 2025
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June 20, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God Bless you and give you strength.
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Doris Nordlocken
June 19, 2025
Ron, may you rest in peace..Us girls (The Buffalo Gang) will always remember the fun times we had with you!..You were a great guy & friend!..Alice, Doris (Caddy Angel), Irene, & Margret
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