"Too many memories to count. Kevin you touched a lot of people?s lives. Never heard a cross word. I call that a successful life. Farewell. "
In loving memory of
Kevin Motske
June 27, 1957 - May 21, 2020
Kevin Motske, 62, of St. Charles died Thursday evening, May 21, 2020 at home with his family by his side. Kevin was born June 27, 1957 in Winona to Ralph and Elsie (Henry) Motske. In 1975 Kevin graduated from St. Charles High School. Following high school Kevin worked as a carpenter for Marvin Ihrke Construction for several years. For the past 21 years he worked for Menards of Rochester, retiring from the contracting sales department last year due to his health. He and Jo Morland were married and later divorced.
In his younger years, Kevin enjoyed road tripping with friends and going to concerts. He has been a fan of the music of Bob Marley, the Beatles and the Rollingstones. He enjoyed golfing since his childhood, more recently golfing with Jimmy G and friends. Kevin also enjoyed ice fishing, hunting waterfowl and deer with his daughters, grandchildren, friends and dogs. Kevin loved life and will be remembered by his family for dancing his "Vacation Shuffle", when feeling happy.
Survivors include his two daughters, Ashly (Gustavo) Hernandez of St. Charles and Amber (Bill) Berry of Rapid City, SD, three grandchildren; Brandon, Cristina and Lilliana Hernandez, siblings, Steve (Mary) Motske of Huntington Beach, CA; Richard (Karen) Motske of Laguna Nagel, CA and Deidre (Dick) Nienow of St. Charles and a sister-in-law Carol Motske of Cedar Rapids, IA. He was preceded in death by a brother Mike and his parents.
A Gathering of family and friends will be Saturday, July 18, 2020 from 2-5 p.m. at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in St. Charles. Please share a memory of Kevin at his online guestbook and view his video tribute when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com. Card of sympathy for Kevins' family may be mailed to Hoff Funeral Service, PO Box 576, St. Charles, MN, 55972.
Tributes
"Ashly and family, Sorry to hear of your dad\'s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. "
"Traveled a lot of miles with Kevin.From the gravel roads of Wabasha County,the concert arenas and the road West for his wedding.to mention a few. I am honored to have known him. Honest and very caring. Gonna miss his greetings and handshakes. Love and Respect Rick & Lisa Vincent "
"I was surprised and saddened to hear of Kevin\'s passing.. I worked with Kevin at the Menards store before moving to corporate a few years ago. He was always friendly and eager to chat and one of the more quick thinking people in the store. When an assistant store manager accidentally broke an emergency sprinkler head, Kevin grabbed a roll of drain tile so that the water ran out of the store to the parking lot, minimizing the damage that could have taken place. He will be missed."
"My thoughts and prayers for Kevin\'s family. I have known Kevin since kindergarten and through life he showed much kindness. I am so sorry for your loss."
"My deepest sympathies, Kevin will certainly be missed. "
"Sympathies to all of Kevin\'s family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you in your loss."
"prayers for the family, Kevin was a great guy and true friend. RIP Kevin."
"Kevin, you gave the BEST hugs, must have been because of your good soul. And I know you rest in peace because of the awesome girls you raised, the good men they married & the terrific grandchildren you influenced "
"Our deepest sympathies to the Motske families. "
"Many fond memories and laughter shared with Kevin and his family. May your beautiful memories help ease the pain of your loss."
"Sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs sent. Fond memories growing up with Kevin."
"Kevin thanks for being a wonderful person c you up there "
"R.I.P. My Friend "
"Kevin, you will be missed! The golf tourney won\'t be the same, nor will Jamaica. We\'ll miss your unique laugh. Rest in peace. ? Doc and June"
"Who do I play e-tabs with now. Thanks for taking me ice fishing. And telling me not to snow blow on your truck. You where mad but you told me why. I\'m from Texas didn\'t know any better. Peace my friend and to your family "
"Great friend. Who do I play e-tabs with now. Thanks for ice fishing. And telling me not to snow blow around your truck. You where mad but you told me why. I\'m from Texas. Didn\'t know any better. Peace to you and your family "
"My sympathy to Kevin\'s family. He was a very kind person and always had a smile."
"Go rest high on that mountain! "
"Best Menard\'s man ever, always helpful and friendly. "
"So sorry to hear of Stub\'s passing. Prayers are being sent to the family. Mike and Beth Mauer "
"I?m so sorry to hear of Kevin?s passing. He was a good guy.. always kind to me. Peace and love to his family and friends! "
"Kevin was a guy who always had a story he wanted to tell you and he loved to tell everyone. His nickname with the group of us that hung around in his younger years was \" cool breeze\". Always had a smile on his face and a hand to extend for you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. "
"To Kevin\'s Family and Friends I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences and sympathy during this sad time. His memories should always be held close in your hearts. I heard once that he could have been a pro baseball player. Well I hope he is hitting home runs in Heaven. RIP \"Stub\" "