Robert W. Rolland age 70 of Zumbrota died on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at his residence surrounded by family. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 2:00 pm at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Zumbrota with Pastor Karl Rist and Pastor Kitty Burbo co-officiating. The visitation will be for one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in the Zumbrota Cemetery.
Robert Warren Rolland was born on January 6, 1947 to Orvin and Harriet (Hyde) Rolland in Rochester. He was raised in Wanamingo and graduated from Wanamingo High School in 1965. Bob married Bonita "Bonnie" Brooks on January 25, 1967 at the First Congregational United Church of Christ. They made their home in Zumbrota where they raised their three children. Bob enjoyed working for several farmers in the area before starting his career with Goodhue County Cooperative Electric as a Journeyman Lineman, retiring as a Systems Operation Coordinator in 2009 after forty years. Bob was an active member within his church, he held many different positions over the years, and he was also a member of Izaak Walton League.
Bob enjoyed bowling league, pool league, he was an avid NASCAR fan and he greatly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Bonnie; daughters, Nattalie (Chad) Vath and JoNetta Rolland; son, Richard (Heather) Rolland; five grandchildren, Hailey, Nickolas and Michael Vath, Keira and Aidan Rolland; sister-in-law, Karen Brooks; and his special dog, Lady.
Bob was preceded in death by his infant son; his parents, Orvin and Harriet; mother-in-law, Irma Brooks; and brother-in-law, Richard Brooks.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society and First Congregational United Church of Christ.
Public Viewing
DEC
9.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CST)
First Congregational United Church of Christ
455 East Avenue
Zumbrota, MN
Memorial Service
DEC
9.
2:00 PM (CST)
First Congregational United Church of Christ
455 East Avenue
Zumbrota, MN