Robert L. Muhich
Robert L. Muhich, 83, of Virginia, MN, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2010 at his residence. A Memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 1:30 P.M. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Virginia. Rev. Fr. John O’Donnell will officiate. Burial will be at a later date in the Eveleth Cemetery. Arrangements are with Range Funeral Home in Virginia.
Memorials preferred to the Ronald McDonald House.
Robert was born on July 13, 1927 in Eveleth, MN to Anthony and Frances (Kochevar) Muhich. He grew up and attended school in Eveleth. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Robert attended Duquesne University where he was in the Tamburitzans Band. He married Vivian Phaneuf on November 25, 1954 in Virginia, MN. They had seven children, raising six to adulthood. Robert enjoyed many years of taking care of what he thought was ”God’s Little Acre” at Long Lake, Fayal Township.
Survivors include: 3 Daughters: Michelle Muhich of Brooklyn Park, MN, Monica Muhich of Brooklyn Part, MN and Marcia Muhich of Coon Rapids, MN; 3 Sons: Michael (Mary) Muhich of Naperville, IL, Marcus Muhich of Anoka, MN and Mitchell (Rebecca) Muhich of Corcoran, MN; 7 Grandchildren: Christopher (Kate), Nicholas, Katherine, Alex, Amanda, Anthony and Jacob; Mother: Frances K. Muhich of Virginia, MN; Brother: Donald Muhich; 4 Aunts and many cousins; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian; son, Matthew; father, Anthony; brother, Ralph.
