Robert Hatch

Posted 3/6/03

Memorial services for Robert Dale Hatch, 42, of Zimmerman, will be held Saturday, March 8, at 1 p.m. at the Blessed Cross Church north of Zimmerman.

Arrangements are with the Peterson-Johnson Funeral Home of Milaca.

Robert died at his home near Zimmerman on Saturday, March 1, 2003.

He was born January 4, 1961 to Morris and Lillian (Peka) Hatch near Hillman. Robert grew up near Milaca and graduated from Milaca High School in 1979. After graduating, he worked for Smith Systems in Princeton. He enjoyed raising animals, boating, fishing and spending time with friends and family.

Robert is survived by siblings, Dana Robinson of Little Falls, Larry Hatch of Underwood, Gary Hatch of Battle Lake, Rodger Hatch of Waite Park, Dale Hatch of St. Cloud, and Carol and husband John Olson of Milaca; friends, Tom Hargreaves Jr. of Zimmerman; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Darrel; and nephew, Jeff.