Robert E. Jepson, age 87, Wolf Lake, MN, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023 at the Frazee Care Center surrounded by family.

  Robert was born in Evergreen Township on February 5, 1936, a son of the late Ray and Floretta (Seger) Jepson.  He attended area schools, and went on to work as a truck driver for over 39 years.  Robert enjoyed fishing and hunting and was a lover of airplanes.  He had even held a pilot’s license in earlier years.

  Robert is survived by his children: Jesse (Willow) Jepson, Wyatt Jepson, Bonita Anderson, Melissa Jepson, Travis (Ann) Jepson, Stacy Riddle and Anita (Joel) Volker.  He also leaves his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a brother, Ernest (Shirley) Jepson, as well as Patty Riddle, Rachel Jepson, and many other relatives and friends.

  Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings: Edna Bent, Ralph Jepson, Isabelle Fredum, Jim Jepson, George Jepson, Betty Paulabicki, David Jepson, Donnie Jepson and Olive Errkila.

  Visitation for Robert will be from 11AM to 1PM, Friday, March 31, 2023, at the Frazee Event Center in Frazee, MN. Interment will be held in the spring at Pickett Cemetery.

  The family wishes to thank the staff of Frazee Care Center as well as the hospice team that took care of Robert in his final days.  Their kindness will forever be remembered.

  Furey Funeral Home is serving the family.  www.FureyFH.com