Ess, Robert Henry Sr. Beloved husband, father, grandpa, bricklayer, fisherman, card player and raconteur, Robert Henry Ess, Sr., aged 79 of Maple Grove, passed away peacefully May 14, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. Preceded in death by parents Walter and Viola Ess, and brothers Dana, Dale and Neil Ess. Survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Margaret "Peggy" Ess; children Jason (Laura) Askelin, Buffy Ess, Robert (Jessica) Ess, Jr., Meaghan (Matt) Hibbard; grandchildren Tanner, Mikenzie, Morgan, Maggie, Elliot, Rosie and Phoebe; brother Tim Ess and nieces and nephews. A small family service will be held to commemorate Bob's life as well as a gathering of friends later this summer. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Our Lady of Peace hospice center in St. Paul, MN, where Bob peacefully spent his last days. (ourladyofpeacemn.org/memorial-gifts)

Published on May 22, 2022


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