Kate M. Greden
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On October 19, 2021 @ 12:25 pm In 2021,Obituaries | 30 Comments
Kathleen M. “Kate”’Greden, age 71 of Prior Lake, MN, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at 1PM with a visitation 2-hours prior at St. Michael Catholic Church, 16400 Duluth Ave SE., Prior Lake.
Father Tom Walker will preside and Kate’s grandchildren will act as urnbearers.
On January 14, 1950, in Fountain City, WI, parents John and Mary (Fisher) Steffen celebrated the birth of their daughter, Kathleen Mary Steffen. She was the middle of five children. Growing up in Winona, MN, along the Mississippi River instilled a deep love of the water in Kate. Boating on the Mississippi was a daily excursion for her family in the summers. In later years, Kate would share this same pastime with her own family.
While attending grade school Kate’s path crossed with Bob Greden, a student from the rival school. She was a cheerleader, he was on the basketball team, and they were destined to be high school sweethearts. They were united in marriage on January 18, 1975, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Winona. Kate and Bob were blessed with 46 years together and a loving family.
Following her graduation from Winona State University, Kate took a job with Dayton’s in Minneapolis. After moving to Bloomington, Kate and Bob eventually made Prior Lake their home where they raised their sons, Mark and Ryan, and their favorite daughter, Amy.
While Kate lamented the long commute, she loved her role as a furniture buyer. Despite the long hours, Kate’s family always came first. She was her children and eventually grandchildren’s biggest supporter by attending every school function and sporting event. Once she retired, Kate dedicated even more of her time to family.
Kate was a loving wife, mother, and beloved “GiGi” to her grandchildren. She had a servant’s heart, often showing her love through acts of kindness—even if it meant constant trips to the grocery store to prepare a special meal! Every Sunday, Kate would cook a lavish Sunday Dinner for her family. Good food, laughter, and smiles were never in short supply.
Along with her family, Kate loved to travel and escape the cold winters. Whether it was on their boat in Florida or on Prior Lake, Kate could be found soaking in the sunshine. In 2004, Kate and Bob began wintering in Cape Coral, Florida. It was truly Kate’s happy place where she could boat and spend time with family & friends. Always active, Kate enjoyed pickleball, aerobics, golfing, and reading.
A dependable and strong-willed woman, Kate is deeply missed by her husband, Bob; children, Amy (Chris) Safe, Mark (Cassie) Greden, and Ryan (Natalie) Greden; grandchildren, Carson, Ava, Addi, Madison, Alexis, Emerson, Henry, and Jack; siblings, Susan (Tom) Williams, Bill (Linda) Steffen, Jim (Denise) Steffen, and Peter (Mary) Steffen; other loving relatives and friends.
Kate is reunited in Heaven with her parents, John and Mary Steffen; her sister-in-law, Mary Steffen; nephew, David Williams.
In lieu of flowers, Kate’s family encourages donating in her memory to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (lls.org).
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Our sincere condolences and prayers to the family and Bob. She was the best guacamole dip maker. It was a marina staple.
I was shocked to hear this sad news yesterday. There are no words. I offer my prayers and condolences to the entire Greden and Steffen families.
Thank you
Bob, so sorry to hear about Kate’s passing. Stay strong and trust in God.
Bob, I am so sorry for the loss of Kate. I will pray for you and your family. She was a great girl.
Bob and the entire Greden family. Sending you our deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved Kate.
Wishing you Peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and to remember your loving memories that are forever dear to your hearts,. Love and Hugs
Bob and Family,
Very saddened to hear of Kate’s passing.
Let those good boating and Florida memories sustain you through these difficult times . Think about all the Sunday meals and let all those great memory help you through this .
You are all in our thoughts and prayers
The Gaustads. Sam and Margaret
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. You have my deepest sympathy and most heartfelt condolences. I have memories of her when she was just a young child. She will always be little cousin Katie to be. I am so sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear of Kate’s passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family
We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you and your family.
Sorry to hear of your families loss.
May God place his healing hands upon all your hearts and help ease your pain.
Our deepest sympathy to all. May your memories comfort you now and always!
Love From The DeRudder Family
I have so many childhood memories at the Greden home. Kate was always willing to have us over, and to this day, it’s been
so great seeing her on the 4th of July and around the lake. She
will be so missed. I’m sorry for your loss!!
This is so hard. Our family sends a very heartfelt condolences to yours.
Hello to the Steffen Family. Susan, Bill, Jim and Pete. I want to offer my condolences to you all on the loss of your sister Kate. May she rest in peace and eternal happiness.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your Wife, Mom, and Grandmother. Kate was always a second Mom to me and you all a second family. Many of my best childhood memories took place at the Greden house and involved all of you. Thank you for all of the great memories and making me feel like a part of the family. Love you.
Kate’s passing has left a deep sadness in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. ..
Small but mighty, our Kate was a treasure in life and her amazing legacy lives on in the beautiful hearts of her dear family!
Bob, please know that we love and support you and wish you peace and comfort in your many wonderful memories! What a real life love story you two have lived!
Rest well dear friend, thank you for being such a huge part of my life and my heart! ❤️
I am so sorry to hear of Katie’s passing. Condolences to the Steffen family. Always remember the boathouse gatherings, river times. Thoughts and prayers go your way.
Dear Bob,this news takes my breathe away. I spent many hours at the Stephan home. Sending all peaceful thoughts in this most difficult time. My heart goes out to you and her entire family. Sending love,prayers and a hug.Katie was always a love! C Leaf
Greden / Steffen Families –
I am so very sorry for your loss. As part of the Dayton Furniture Team, I worked with Kate and appreciated her knowledge and energy. She will be missed by many.
May you find peace and comfort in knowing that Kate is an angel watching over you.
My condolences to the Gredens & Stefffens: Kate was one of my favorite ladies that I have ever known in my entire lifetime. She was smart, pretty, fun & funny, loyal, trustworthy, diligent and a true friend to all that knew her. The world is worse off without her spirit alive and among us. Going forward she will live in our hearts and thoughts. RIP, Kate.
this was very sad news to hear about. so sorry for the loss. Kate was an amazing person. she will be remembered and missed. thinking of you all in these tough times. the good times/memories and love she experienced and helped others feel and experience throughout her amazing life will on forever.
Dear Bill, Linda and all of Kate’s family,
Our deepest sympathy to all at this very sad and difficult time. Thinking of you all.
Bob, and family, We are so sorry for your pain and loss. God was ready for Kate to leave her earthly home and come to live in her heavenly home. You all have beautiful memories of her; how fortunate and blessed you were to have been with her, and enjoyed the gifts she brought with her magnanimous personality. She will be missed. May God’s promises of eternal life comfort you and give you peace.
Dear Bob & family,
What a difficult day this must be to say goodbye to such a dear wife, mother, grandmother & friend. Heaven is blessed with one of Cotter High School’s most loved Cheerleaders. There were so many good times and great memories. We have all been fortunate to have had Kate in our lives. Now she lives on through yours. Let her spirit and love for all of you, move you forward.
Dear Bob and family……We are so sorry to hear about Kate’s passing. May all your wonderful memories help to get you through this difficult time.
Thinking of you all,
Karen and Denny
I first met Kate several years ago when Ryan was in 8th grade and I was a teacher at HOMS. It was a chance encounter in the hallway, as I did not even have Ryan as a student. I ended up tutoring Ryan that year in math and Kate and I became fast friends. I admired her passion as a mother and she admired my passion as a teacher. Over the years, I became close with the entire Greden family, watching their family expand with Kate forever at the helm, navigating her family through calm seas and rough waters. I will remember Kate with love and admiration. She was beautiful inside and out, with lots of energy and laughter. Her family was top priority and yet she still had time for a successful career. I will always remember the kindness and appreciation Kate showed me when I was younger and laughs we would have over everyday life. I will miss her. My love, thoughts and prayers go out to Bob, her children and grandchildren.
What a love story…. Bob and Katie!
My best wishes and sympathy,
Sydney Smith
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. We remember Kate as a warm and loving person who always reached out to Kelly in times of trouble.
The Hotzler family
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Dear Bob & family, Dave & I are so sad to hear of Kate’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are for all of you now. We have a lot of fun memories of good times with Kate & we know you all do as well. Hoping they comfort you now. Laura Gerlach & Dave Thompson