Bob Kierlin Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-02-15T16:00:00
End: 2025-02-15T18:00:00
Location: Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Bob Kierlin (Winona, Minnesota), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Bob left this world on February 10, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edmund J. Kierlin and Dorothy C. Kierlin (Dahm); his former wife Stefannie Valencia Kierlin; and his sisters, Colleen Quade, Clarice Henneberry and Doris Sennes.

He is survived by: his daughters, Lara Kierlin (Todd Allyn) and Monique Duncan (Phillip Brent); his grandchildren, Max Allyn Kierlin, Rio Everest Duncan and Kierlin Orion Duncan; his close friend Mary Burrichter; and his sister Dottie Henneberry.

Visitation was held on Saturday, February 15th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (360 Main St, Winona, MN 55987). A funeral Mass was held on Saturday, February 15th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, please direct any memorial to Minnesota Masterpiece Hall, P.O. Box 322, Winona, MN 55987.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fawcett-Junker Funeral Home and Cremation Service

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Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
360 Main St, Winona, MN 55987

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Funeral Mass

Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
360 Main St, Winona, MN 55987

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February 12, 2025

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February 12, 2025

Richard Grabow wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mary and the Kierlin family, I am so very sorry to receive this news. All we can do is thank God for the gift of Bob's time with us. We are very grateful for your friendship and along with the entire community, for your and his generosity, kindness and leadership. We are ready to help if you need any assistance. We wish you god's blessings and comfort. With deep appreciation, Richard Grabow”

February 12, 2025

Lee Hein wrote a sympathy message

“My condolences to the Kierlin family. I have so many fond memories of BK from meetings in his office to roadtrips visiting branches. He was so kind, would talk about almost any subject and loved his 60’s music. On one trip he brought tapes of his favorite bands and he’d ask me to pick one out as we drove home from New York. He built an empire and I am so thankful to have had a small role in helping fulfill his vision. God is good no matter our circumstances. Sincerely, Lee and Kelly Hein”