Robert “Bob” Connors, age 78, of Sartell, passed away March 2, 2025, at The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in St. Cloud. Mass of Christian Burial was March 7 at the Country Manor Chapel in Sartell. The Rev. Robert Herren officiated, and burial with full military honors took place at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls. Visitation was March 6 at the Foley Funeral Home and at the chapel in Sartell on Friday prior to the funeral. Service with Dignity provided by the Foley Funeral Home.
Robert Edward Connors was born April 17, 1946, in St. Cloud, to Edward and Ruth (Sterr) Connors. He grew up near Morrill and moved to Minneapolis for a short time before returning to the family farm. He joined the U.S. Army, serving honorably in Vietnam and was also stationed in Germany. He continued his service to the country as a member of the U.S. Army Reserves for 20 years. Bob worked for Electrolux for over 39 years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting and fishing, and working on old cars. He married Constance Smelter July 21, 1990, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. The couple lived in the St. Cloud area all of their married lives. He was a member of the St. Cloud American Legion Post 0076.
He is survived by his wife, Constance of Sartell; daughter, Sally Hipp of St. Cloud; son, Robert (Stephanie) of St. Augusta; step-son, John (Jodi) Westgard of Sauk Rapids; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Collette Kipka of Cottage Grove; brother, Mike (Laurie) Connors of Pierz; and a foster brother, Marc Vadnais of St. Joseph.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Ruth Connors; son-in-law, Steve Hipps; brother-in-law, Joe Kipka; and a granddaughter, Brittany Westgard.
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