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James Gove

September 21, 1928 — October 28, 2017

James (Jim) Emanuel Gove Sr. of Rochester, MN passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 28th, 2017.

Jim was born September 21, 1928 to Clarence and Norma (Shotola) Gove in Cannon Falls, MN. Jim graduated from Rochester High School in 1947 and attended Rochester Junior College where he played football. On February 23, 1952 Jim married Frances Margaret Ring. Together they had five children and were married for 49 years until Fran's death in 2001.

Jim's life centered around his family and nature. The focus of his life's work was promoting the great outdoors, working for both the State of Minnesota and State of Alaska Department of Economic Development and Tourism. In addition he was a founding member of the Rochester Archery Club. He was a skilled and passionate huntsman, fisherman, archer, knife artisan and craftsman. His love for nature, sporting, and crafting was inspiring. His knowledge, passion, and works are cherished and have been passed on to his entire family.

Jim is survived by his children: Jim Jr. (Cyndy) Gove-Peterson, MN, Jeff (Carol) Gove-Rochester, MN, Jay (Nancy) Gove-Bellevue, ID, Jon (Leslie) Gove-Portland, OR, Sara (Joseph) Tricarico-Rochester,MN, sister: Virginia (Gordon) Gosselin-Sun City West, AZ, sister-in-law: Carol Gove-Sun City West, AZ, 16 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents: Norma and Clarence, his loving wife Fran Gove and his brother John (Jack) Gove.

Jim was a loved and admired brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He will be dearly missed by all.

A memorial service will be held at Mahn Family Funeral Home - Rochester Chapel with Rev. Maurice E. Hagen officiating, on Saturday, November 25th at 12pm. Friends may call from 10 am to 12 pm with a luncheon to follow. There will be a burial ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery in Red Wing, Minnesota at 3pm. Memorials are suggested to the ALS Association.

Visitation

NOV 25. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CST)

Mahn Family Funeral Home, Rochester Chapel
1624 37th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901

Memorial Service

NOV 25. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CST)

Mahn Family Funeral Home, Rochester Chapel
1624 37th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901

Graveside Service

NOV 25. 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM (CST)

Oakwood Cemetery
East Ave.
Red Wing, MN 55066
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