Date of Birth:
Saturday, February 22, 1986
Date of Death:
Monday, August 4, 2025
Age:
39 years old

Robert “Rob” Amundson

Robert “Rob” Amundson, 39, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2025.

Rob was born on February 22, 1986, to Gregory and Catherine (Jacobson) Amundson. He grew up in Rochester and graduated from John Marshall High School in 2004. After graduation, he headed west to Arizona, where he spent a decade working on golf courses and living out his dream of playing the game he loved as often as he could. One of his lifelong goals was to one day play at Pebble Beach.

Rob eventually returned to Minnesota, where he built his life around family, hard work, and quiet strength. He was a hands-on, do-anything kind of person who always made time for those around him. Rob worked at Hiller’s Flooring America, not only as the General Manager but worked wherever he was needed, whether in the store or on the job site. On September 22, 2018, Rob was united in marriage to Bethany Quast. Whether it was cheering loudly at his kids’ hockey games, helping with a project, or simply showing up when it mattered—Rob gave of himself fully. Rob’s children were his entire world, and his youngest son, Henry always wanted to be wherever his dad was,

Those who knew Rob will remember his big, infectious smile, his kind and patient spirit, and the way he made people feel truly seen. He lit up every room he walked into and lived with a fearlessness and heart that left a mark on everyone who crossed his path. He loved deeply and selflessly, especially when it came to his wife and children.

Rob found joy in the simple things: a good day in the woods during deer season, a round of golf under the sun, fishing trips up North with his family and time spent with family and friends. He had an easygoing nature, a big heart, and generosity that touched many lives. Even in death, Rob generously gave to others through organ donation.

He is survived by his loving wife, Bethany; his three children, Wyatt, Madi, and Henry; his parents, Greg and Cathy Amundson; his brother, Eric (Kelly) Amundson; nephew, Jack, and niece, Remi. He is also survived by his in-laws, Chris and Pam Quast, and many extended family members and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

A Celebration of Rob’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Pax Christi Catholic Church, 4135 18th Ave NW, Rochester. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, August 12, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home, 1105 12th St. SE, Rochester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in care of the family.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.mackenfuneralhome.com.

Rob’s presence was a light in this world, and though that light is gone, its warmth remains in the many lives he touched.