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Bocken, Ronald L. Age 70, of Arden Hills. Entered the arms of Jesus on March 28, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Cecelia and brother, Kenneth Bocken. Survived by wife of 50 years, Patti; children, Melanie (Craig) Keillor, Mindy (Mike) Fitzgerald and Monte; grandchildren, Sam, Coco, Benji, Dani, Ellie and Eva; siblings, Kathleen Navarro and Wayne Bocken; sisters-in-law, Carol Bocken and Sara (Don) Klosinski; and Dorothy Bocken and loving nieces/nephews. Ron was a basketball coach at University of Northwestern, Roseville in the 80's and 90's and an Indiana high school basketball coach/teacher for many years prior. For over 20 years, Ron fought a hard and courageous battle with Huntington's Disease. Funeral service Saturday, April 4th at 2 PM (visitation 1-2 PM) at Chapel at Presbyterian Homes, Johanna Shores, 3200 Lake Johanna Blvd., Arden Hills. Visitation Friday, April 3rd 4-8 PM at HOLCOMB-HENRY-BOOM-PURCELL FUNERAL HOME, 515 W. Hwy 96 at Mackubin, Shoreview. Memorials may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, MN Chapter or Tamarisk of Ham Lake, MN. www.holcombhenryboom.com 651-482-7606
Published on March 30, 2015
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Linda Ann Williams (Bennett)
Patti Bocken reported that Ron passed away yesterday, March 28, after a long battle with Huntington's Disease. Services will be April 3/4. We will always be grateful that Patti was able to bring Ron to our 50th class reunion and share a lot of memories with us that night.
Ron was a good friend since the 3rd grade through high school......my heart is sad. R.I.P. Ron
Diana Kay Carney (Yarck)
Ronnie you will be truely misses. I am so thankful that Pattie brought you to the 50 year reunion. I loved talking with you about the time I stayed at your house and you had me get into a casket. and how you and your dad would talk pig Latin at the dinner table trying to confuse me and you did. I know you are truley in a better place, no more pain. Pattie I am so thankful that Ronnie married someone like you. You were so good for him. Trust in the Lord to guide you this trying time. My sincere sympathy to you and your family. God Bless you all.
Linda Jane Hedwall (Johannsen)
So sorry for his passing I will always remember Ron out on the basketball court in high school. Linda Hedwall johannsenMichele Lee Polochak (Michele Lee Dillon)
Ron, I will always remember your atheletic ability, and your excellent talents which were responsible for our Morton Govenors wining so many games. Every High School needs great atheletes like you, to keep the school pride strong. You were admired by our classmates for your skills in sports, and also your kind, respectful, fun and good natured personality. Thank you for the memoires we have of you helping to make us all feel proud of our Morton High School Class of 62, and enjoying so many games as the winning team. May you now enjoy, all the Glorious rewards of Heaven you so deserve. I know you will be watching over all your family. They will each be beneficaries of your special gifts and great talents, and keep you in their hearts until you are all together again. I will keep your loved ones in prayers during the difficult days ahead, as they will immensely miss your Earthly presence. God's blessings, to you and your family. Michele Polochak Dillon
Robert Bales
Patti, i was so sorry to hear about Ronnie. I've been thinking about him lately and talking to a friend about him.
Ronnie was just such a nice guy and a pure gentleman. I always enjoyed going to his house and shooting hoops. I remember when i first met him my freshman year and he took a couple of us over to the funeral home at the garage level and explained eveyrhing to us. Ronnie was always a perfect gentleman and highly respected. He was one of the finest basketball players i have ever seen and was King of the court. He will always be in my memories. It sure was great seeing him at the 50th. Thank you Patti for being such a devoted wife.
Bob Bales
"Jerry" Dallas Gerald Hutsler
Just saw that Ron has passed - he was one of my closest friends at Morton. We had a lot of great times and will remember him always. My heart goes out to Patti and his family.
He was so competitive, that I have to wonder if he just wanted to beat us all left to the gate!
Dallas "Jerry"
Paul W Stivers
The Bocken family was a huge part of Moton. Loved them all. Ken Bocken was in my class, great guy. I was so sad when I learned about his passing away and now Ron. You all have a strong hope of seeing your family members again and hope brings comfort. I know I will hug Paul again, it's a sure promise from our Creator.
Barbara Stivers
Stuart Fredrick Lewin
I think Barbara Stivers comments need to be revised to make it clear that it did not come from Paul because Paul has passed away, and it is confusing as it was sent to us in the e-mail.
stuart lewin