Service Information
Roger K. Sons, age 87, of Norwood Young America, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family at GlenFields Living with Care in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, 11:00 A.M., at Trinity Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine, Minnesota.
Celebration of Life & Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 12:00 (Noon) to 2:00 P.M., two hours following the service, ALL at the church.
A private family burial will be held.
Obituary
Roger Kenneth Sons was born on November 26, 1938, in Norwood Young America. He was the son of Paul and Rose (Woerdehoff) Sons. Roger was baptized and confirmed and later became a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine. On July 2, 1960, Roger was united in marriage to Mary Ann Laura Otto. Roger began his career as a mechanic and soon after started farming and milking cows. Some of his happiest moments on their farm were spent with his dogs and watching the birds beyond their patio door. His love of collecting, restoring, and showing antique vehicles occupied much of his free time, both during his years of farming and throughout retirement.
Above all else, Roger was steadfast in his faith and cherished spending time with his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who could always be counted on for support, guidance, and encouragement. He was affectionately referred to by his family as "Papa". His quiet strength, kindness, and steady presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Roger is survived by his loving family:
Wife, Mary Sons;
Children, Vicky (Joel) Sons-Eiden, Laurie (Tim) Buesgens, and Terry (Cindy) Sons;
Grandchildren, Alyssa and Amanda Eiden, Nicole (Kyle) Evenski, Brandon (Toni) Buesgens, Katelyn (Jack) Thielen, Meagan (Alek) Bixby, and Logan and Ayden Sons;
12 great-grandchildren;
Brothers, Tom (Geraldine) Sons and Kevin (Janet) Sons;
many other relatives and friends.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Rose Sons, an infant sister, and a brother, Gerald Sons.
LaMane Mueller says
so sorry to hear this. He will be greatly missed
Connie Bardon says
So very sorry for your loss,what a kind man and was always their to help.Rest in peace.
Christine Bardon says
He is in your heart always. A wonderful tribute to a kind hearted person.
Chris Bardon says
He is in your heart always. A wonderful tribute to a kind hearted person.
Ross M says
So sorry to read of the loss of your farther. May you have many blessed memories of your life with him.
Diane Nash says
Sorry to hear this Mary. I know by many he will be missed. Diane and Robi.
Tim says
Was deeply saddened by Roger’s passing. He was such a kind, smart, strong man. My deepest sympathies…
Carol & Dick Telthoester says
We are so saddened to hear of Roger’s passing. We were planning to go see him the day we heard he passed. He was a wonderful friend and was Best Man at our wedding. We will miss him, but will cherish the many wonderful memories we had with him.
Carol & Dick Telthoester