Robert (Bob) Tekautz, 78, of Virginia, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Friday March 28, 2025, at home after a lengthy illness with several health issues with his wife and family by his side.  He was strong and fought valiantly to the end. He was born on October 11, 1946, in Virginia, Minesota, the son of Charles and Gladys (Axelson) Tekautz. Robert married Paula Koski on November 22, 1967, at St. Martins Church in Tower, Minnesota.

Robert was raised in Tower, Minnesota and moved to Virginia, Minnesota. He worked as a welder at the Virginia Public Utilities.  He was a one-of-a-kind man that was never boring. Bob enjoyed going hunting, fishing and spending some time at the casino. His true enjoyment in life was spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  

Robert is survived by his wife Paula; Children: Robert (Allison) Jr of Lake Vermilion, Tower and Jamie of Mesa Az; Grandchildren: Anna, Hunter (Cierra),Paige (Chase Pocrnich), Kayla, Gary and Tiffany; Great-Grandchildren: Tim, Memphis, Remi Tekautz and Ryder Pocrnich; Sister: Melinda Berg of Eveleth and Brother: Chuck (Nancy) of Soudan; Numerous niece and nephews, extended family and friends; Sister-in-law: Judy Anderson and Brother-in-Law: Jerry Koski

He was preceded in death by his parents; Son: Jon; Sister: Pat; Brothers: Tim and Edward; In-Laws: Kay and Bergy

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. Memorial Mass on Monday, April 7th, 2025, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Virginia, MN.

The family wishes to thank all the doctors, nurses and support staff at Essentia Health that provided excellent care to Bob over the years.

Family services provided by Bauman-Cron, A Bauman Family Funeral Home in Virginia. To share a condolence online, please visit: www.baumanfuneral.com