Thorson, Robert E. "Bob" Age 78 of Minneapolis, passed away on December 23, 2016. Survived by loving wife of 53 years, Jean; daughters, Amy (Chad) Zabel and Mary (Jeff) Whalen; grandsons and best buddies, Adam and Cooper; sisters, Mary (Roger) Klukas and Helen (Gary) Larson; many nieces, nephews and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, February 4th, 2017 at 11 AM at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 5426 12th Avenue South, Mpls. Gathering one hour prior to Mass. Private Interment Resurrection Cemetery.