Service Information
Robert “Bob” Hage, known to many as Coach Hage, age 88, of Hector, passed away Friday, December 16, 2016, at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, January 3, 2016, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hector.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be Monday, January 2, 2016, from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hector. Prayer Service will begin at 7:30 P.M. Visitation will continue on Tuesday at 10:00 A.M., for one hour prior to the service at church.
Obituary
Robert R. Hage was born March 24, 1928, in Minneapolis to Abner and Alice Hage. He was baptized May 22, 1928 at Nokomis Lutheran Church. He was confirmed May 24, 1942, at our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. Bob attended Ericsson Elementary, Nokomis Jr. High, and graduated from Roosevelt High School. He excelled in football, baseball, and hockey. In October of 1946 Bob enlisted in the Army. He served as an Honor Guard to General Douglas McArthur in Japan. He returned home in January of 1948, and started college at Augsburg. During his college years, Bob resumed his love of sports, playing football, hockey, and baseball. He was known for his outstanding athletic abilities.
Bob married Donna Petersen at Lamberton on March 24, 1951. They were parents of Steven, Richard, and Robert Jr. Bob taught and coached at Alden, Minnesota, and Butterfield, Minnesota, and then at Hector for 20 years. He enjoyed coaching and had many exceptional players and teams. He valued each player and referred to them as his boys. He also worked at Witte Ford as parts man for many years. Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golfing. He won many golf championships at area golf courses. He enjoyed watching his grandsons catch fish, and participate in their sporting events.
On Friday, December 16, 2016, Bob passed away at the St. Cloud Hospital, having reached the age of 88 years. Blessed be his memory.
Bob is survived by his:
Wife, Donna Hage, of Hector;
Sons, Steven Hage of Longville, Minnesota,
Richard Hage and his wife Bridget, of Eagan, Minnesota,
Robert Hage Jr. of Atwater, Minnesota;
Two grandsons, Connor and Matthew;
nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother.
Jeff Heerdt says
My sincere sympathy to the Hage family during your time of loss. Bob was a great person and coach. The one memory I have of coach is when we defeated Renville in the early 70’s and he handed me the “Gold Brick”. I still can see the big smile he had on his face. Sincerely, Jeff Heerdt #40
Jeff Heerdt says
My sincere sympathy to the Hage family during your time of loss. Bob was a great person and coach. The one memory I have of coach is when we defeated Renville in the early 70’s and he handed me the “Gold Brick”. I can still see the big smile he had on his face. He will be missed.
Ken Nicolai says
Coach you were a real Hero, it was a honor to have you in my life & I know I speak for many others.
Ken Nicolai — 1962
Jan Halvorson says
Dear Donna, Steve, Bob Jr, Rich and family. My sincere sympathies in the passing of Bob Sr. What a brave and storied life he lived. He had such love and devotion from his wonderful family. With love, Cousin Jan Halvorson
Jeff Heerdt says
My sincere sympathy to the Hage family during your time of loss. Bob was a great person and coach. I have so many memories of the “Bulldog” football days but one that stands out is when we defeated Renville back in the early 70’s and coach handed me the “Gold Brick”. I remember the huge smile on his face.
He will be greatly missed!
Jeff Heerdt says
My sincere sympathy to the Hage family during your time of lost. Bob was a great person and coach, I have so memories of coach but one that stands out is when we defeated Renville in the early 70.s and after the game coach handed me the “Gold Brick”.
Tod Macik 1964 says
Coach Hage was an important part of my life, especially in athletics. He coached me from little league baseball through high school football and baseball. Because of football I was able to get a college education, which helped me the rest of my life. THANK YOU COACH HAGE!! RIP Coach
Curt Bradford says
Always liked Bob, what a competitor, he’ll be missed. Curt Bradford
Kathy Johnson says
Dear Donna and family – When I look back to my high school years, my fondest memories are of of playing football and baseball for “Coach”. He taught his “boys” how to succeed in both sports and life. After all these years, we still talk about those days! Thank you Coach!
Larry Johnson 1962
Tracy Bloch says
Uncle Bob was by far my favorite uncle. When I last saw him in July, he still referred to me as “kid”, with that twinkle in his eye. He will deeply missed.
Larry Johnson says
Dear Donna and family,
When I look back to my high school years, my fondest memories are of playing in sports for “Coach”. He was an integral part of my high school experience and taught us how to succeed on the field and in life. Thank you Coach!
Larry Johnson 1962
Larry Johnson says
Dear Donna & family,
When I look back on my high school years, my fondest memories are of playing sports for “coach”. He was an integral part of my high school experience and taught us how to succeed on the field and in life. Thank you coach!
Larry Johnson 1962
Larry Johnson says
Dear Donna & family,
When I look back on my high school years, my fondest memories are of playing sports for “coach”. He taught us how to succeed both on the field and in life. Thank you coach!
Larry Johnson 1962
Gary N. Scholla, class of 1961 says
Life is a precious gift given to us by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. One’s Life Journey has many different people crossing it. Coach Bob crossed my life’s path when I went out for Freshman baseball and enjoyed my learning experiences from coach Bob. If my recollection is correct, I later had coach Bob for a health class and played football. Coach Bob was that kind of coach one enjoyed playing for. Oh!, a by-product for playing for coach Bob was the Hector Bulldogs won several championships. May God’s comfort and strength be with Donna and their sons.
Patti Jo says
This man made a difference in so many young people’s lives…that is called leaving a legacy. I am honored to have known Coach Hage. Gods richest blessings over his family, and a hug to Richard ?