John "Ooie" Robert Scanlon
May 21, 2026
The family of John “Ooie” Robert Scanlon, is deeply saddened to announce his passing on May 21, 2026 in his home with family by his side and his cat Scotch laying at his feet.
If you knew John you knew his passion for cars, drag races, motorcycles, and his love of the outdoors, which included hunting and fishing.
John was preceded in...
Bruce "Red" Edward Beron
May 18, 2026
Bruce "Red" Edward Beron, 77, of Hermantown, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 18, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Bruce was born on May 24, 1948, to Raymond and Lois Beron. He graduated from Proctor High School in 1966, marking the beginning of his lifelong career as a self-employed flooring installer. In 1969, Bruce married Linda, and together they...
Janice "Jan" Margaret Geasley
May 5, 2026
Janice “Jan” Geasley, 90, of Cloquet, passed away on May 5, 2026, at Cloquet Community Memorial Hospital — undoubtedly leaving behind a few final opinions and a lifetime of unforgettable stories.
Born March 27, 1936, to Mabel and James Carl, Jan spent her life doing things her own way and usually doing them well. She worked for many years at Cloquet...
Richard "Dick" Mike Jannetta
May 3, 2026
Richard “Dick” Mike Jannetta, 89, of Duluth, died May 3, 2026 at Solvay Hospice House.
Dick was born in Duluth, MN to Liberato and Mary Jannetta on July 29, 1936. He graduated from Duluth Central High School where he was a proud member of the Trojan football team. He married Kathryn Ercegovich on June 27, 1969.
He worked as a printer and...
Karen Lynne Rudnitski
Apr 28, 2026
Karen Lynne Rudnitski (Swanson), 81, of Hermantown, MN, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center from natural causes. She was born on February 16, 1945 to Einar and Lillian Swanson.
Karen was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Kassidy Rosenberger; brothers, John and Myles; sisters, Dale Ann, Patsy and Carla; and brother-in-law, Art Pikkarainen.
Karen is...
Barbara Pauline Wedward
Apr 28, 2026
Barbara Pauline Wedward, 91, went to her heavenly home on April 28, 2026.
She was born on February 15, 1935 in Milwaukee, WI to Robert and Kathryn (Garcia) Steger. She graduated from Holy Angels Academy High School in 1954. When she was only 15, she met Tom Wedward at Sherman Park in Milwaukee, and they married on July 30, 1955. They...
Clemens "Clem" Ignatius Solarz
Apr 24, 2026
Clemens “Clem” Ignatius Solarz, 89, of Duluth MN, passed away on April 24 2026 at Viewcrest Nursing Home.
Clemens was born in Holdingford MN to Zachary and Mary Solarz on July 28 1936. He went to high school in Holdingford and graduated in 1953. He was enlisted with the Coast Guard for 22 years ending his career as deck chief on...
Carol Ann Rasmussen
Apr 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Ann Rasmussen, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister-in-law, and cherished friend.
Carol passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of her daughters. Her battle with Alzheimer's disease was met with courage and resilience, and she left this world with the same...
Paul Curtis Parent
Apr 21, 2026
Paul was a strong, intelligent, quiet man who loved his family with his whole heart in ‘his’ way.
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the peaceful passing of Paul Curtis Parent, 81, of Duluth, MN on April 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 2, 1945, in the beautiful...
Roland Maurice Zengel
Apr 15, 2026
Roland Maurice Zengel, 79, of Duluth, Minnesota passed away April 15, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Roland was born on January 21, 1947, to Roland and Elizabeth Zengel. He graduated from Denfeld High School in 1965 and went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Army from 1966-1968. During his time in the service, he was awarded...
Dorothy Mae Siukola
Apr 2, 2026
With hearts full of gratitude and love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Dorothy “Toots” Siukola who passed away peacefully at the age of 85.
Dorothy was born in Hibbing MN to William and Mae Essen on October 26,1940. She attended McGregor High School in Aitkin County and enjoyed singing and playing the guitar in...
Margaret "Sue" JoAnn Trapp
Mar 28, 2026
Margaret “Sue” JoAnn Trapp, born October 6, 1942, in Ashland, Wisconsin, to Bernard Gregoire and Margaret Beesley, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026.
Sue began her lifelong passion for caring for others at just 18 years old, graduating from beauty school in Superior, Wisconsin. What started as a career soon became a calling, as she spent 65 years doing hair...
Theodore "Ted" Allen Spencer
Mar 23, 2026
Ted was a hardworking and selfless man; he spent his life ensuring his family was cared for, often expressing love through action rather than words. In his final chapter, his gentle heart, quick wit, and infectious laugh shone brightly, surrounded by the love of those who cherished him deeply.
Theodore "Ted" Spencer, 79, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away on March 23,...
Sharlene Therese Letchworth
Mar 20, 2026
Sharlene Letchworth went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 20, 2026. A woman of profound and unwavering faith, she lived her life as a testament to the grace she found in the Gospel. She is now joyfully reunited in Heaven with the love of her life, George Letchworth, and her beloved daughter, Audra Padilla, who was...
Gretchen Ann Bastien
Mar 17, 2026
Gretchen A. Bastien, 70, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away surrounded by the love of those who knew her best. She grew up in Cloquet, MN where the roots of her lifelong appreciation for close community, friendship, and family were first formed. She was a graduate of Cloquet High School and later received her AAS at the MN School of...
Dorothy Mae Mital
Mar 16, 2026
Dorothy M Mital was born on July 23, 1929 and passed away on March 16, 2026, at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her husband John Mital, January 7, 2007.
She is survived by daughter Marilyn (Danny) Kunze; sons David (Cathleen) Mital and James Mital. Grandchildren Kristin (James) Carlson, Paul (Wendy) Kunze, Amy Kunze, Jenny (Dylan Cockerham)...
Patricia "Patti" Mae Quirk
Mar 16, 2026
Patricia “Patti” Quirk (Soufflet), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Patti was born with a creative spirit and a caring heart. She helped care for her grandchildren over the years and had a love of baking for her family and friends. Patti enjoyed crafting, sewing, and trying new projects....
Douglas "Doobie" John Smith
Mar 7, 2026
Douglas "Doobie" John Smith, 65 of Foxboro, WI passed away Saturday, March 7th, 2026.
Doug was born in Duluth, MN to Margaret and John James Smith on February 17th, 1961. He attended Duluth Cathedral and Duluth Denfeld High School. He worked as a journeyman floor installer in carpenters local 361 until his retirement in 2022 and most recently at Menards.
Doug enjoyed...
Annie V. Kennedy
Feb 24, 2026
Annie V. Kennedy, 86, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. Born on April 15, 1939, in Columbus, Mississippi, Annie lived a life defined by quiet strength, gracious hospitality, and unwavering faith.
“Annie’s life was a quiet devotion to family, church, and service.”
After moving to Duluth in 1965, she built a life rooted in service and education. She...
Toik Matthew Hallberg
Feb 24, 2026
Toik Matthew Hallberg, 56, of Duluth, passed away on February 24, 2026, surrounded by care and compassion at Essentia Health Hospice.
Born on January 11, 1970, in Virginia, Minnesota, Toik was raised in Cherry on the Iron Range, where his love for the outdoors and for machinery first took root. His childhood was filled with adventure - snowmobiling along the St....
