Earl August Passe, 83, of Rochester, MN passed away at his home of natural causes on March 13, 2015. Earl was born May 20, 1931 in Wabasha, MN to Charles and Leone Passe. The family moved to Rochester where Earl was a successful wrestler and graduated from Rochester High School.

On April 17, 1952 Earl married Yvonne (Bonnie) Stillman at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.

After Earl retired from Rochester Public Utilities he worked for Hunt Drugs, enjoyed spending time with his children, 11 grandchildren, 4 great children and many friends. Earl was a proud member of Knights of Columbus and an active member of his church.

Earl preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Bonnie, his son Steve and his brothers, Eugene and Paul.

Earl is survived by his children Margaret "Peggy" (Lynn) Franko of Rochester, Sharon (Ron) Scharf of Bloomington, Timothy (Jenifer) Passe of Rochester, and Michael (Theresa) Passe of Rochester; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the funeral Mass which will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at St. Francis is Assisi Catholic Church. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, Rochester. A light lunch to follow.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to your preferred charity.

Online condolences are welcome at mackenfuneralhome.com.