Robert “Bob” Bernard Rassier, 90
St. Joseph
Nov. 20, 1924 – Oct. 31, 2015
Robert “Bob” Bernard Rassier, 90, of St. Joseph, died Oct. 31, 2015 at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St. Augusta.
His funeral was held Nov. 4 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in St. Joseph. The Rev. Jerome Tupa, OSB officiated. Burial took place in the parish cemetery.
Rassier was born Nov. 20, 1924 in St. Joseph to Bernard and Clara (Braun) Rassier. He attended St. Joseph’s Parish Grade School and graduated from St. John’s Preparatory School in 1942. On Oct. 21, 1948, Rassier married Rita M. Bromenschenkel at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud. He lived in St. Joseph all of his life and took over the family farm. Rassier was a proud dairy farmer for more than 40 years and also ran a Gold’n Plump poultry operation. Rassier participate on the following: the St. Joseph Township Board serving as treasurer since 1949; the REA (Stearns Electric) trust board; and the Catholic Order of Foresters, serving as treasurer. He was also a member of St. Joseph’s Parish and the Knights of Columbus Council 7057.
Rassier enjoyed farming, playing cards, cutting wood and woodworking. He treasured spending time with his family (especially his grandchildren) and friends. He will be remembered for his deep faith, sense of humor, gentle heart, integrity and work ethic.
Survivors include the following: his loving wife of 67 years, Rita; children, Joyce Sutphen (Walt Cannon) of Chaska; Mike of St. Joseph; Joe (Fiona) of Deephaven; Dan of St. Joseph; Nancy (Greg) of Orono; Kevin (Etta) of Maple Grove; Rick (Penny) of Sauk Rapids; and Tony (Julie Neuwirth) of St. Joseph; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Betty in 1967; brother, Louis; and sister, Renee Feld.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the St. Cloud Hospital and Quiet Oaks Hospice House for their professional and compassionate care.