Obituary Listing

Feb 11, 2026

Judy Celilia Wendlandt, 57, of Saginaw, Minnesota, formerly of Dassel, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer. Though she fought hard and beat the disease, the treatments ultimately took their toll.

Judy dedicated 23 years of her life working as a CNA in Buffalo Lake and later in Dassel. She formed meaningful connections with the residents she cared for...

Feb 6, 2026

Joseph Patrick Murphy, 91, of Duluth, passed away on February 6, 2026.

Joe was born on February 17, 1934, the fourth of five children of Emmit and Agnes Murphy. He grew up in the West Duluth, attended St James Catholic grade school, and graduated from Cathedral High school in 1952. After high school graduation Joe joined the Army and spent a...

Feb 4, 2026

Lisa Marie Miranda Tollefson, 60, of Duluth MN, passed away on February 4, 2026 at Aspirus hospital. She was loved by all and will be very much missed, she was a great mother, sister, daughter, grandmother, aunt and to everyone else she met she was absolutely amazing. She had the kindest soul, beautiful smile and always welcomed everyone she met...

Jan 31, 2026

Janet “Jann” Irma Wussow, 81, of Duluth, Minnesota passed away on January 31, 2026 at the Solvay Hospice House in Duluth. 

Jann was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Michael and Marie Rausch on November 18, 1944. She grew up in St. Martin and went to high school in Paynesville, Minnesota, graduating in 1962. She studied both bookkeeping and hairdressing, but she...

Jan 31, 2026

Maurice “Morrie” Joseph Breemeersch, 80, of Duluth, MN, passed away on January 31, 2026 at Hilltop Healthcare under the care of hospice.

Maurice was born in Superior, WI to Maurice Jerald Breemeersch and Margaret Elizabeth (Van Holbeck) Breemeersch on March 21, 1945.

His early years were spent in Proctor, MN, where he began his education at St. Rose of Lima Elementary School...

Jan 30, 2026

Frank Thomas Malec, Jr., 77, of Proctor, Minnesota, passed away suddenly and peacefully at his home on January 30, 2026.

Born on March 31, 1948, in Duluth, MN, Frank was the beloved son of Frank and Peggy Malec. He graduated from Proctor High School in 1967 and soon after, proudly served his country with distinction in the United States Army during...

Jan 30, 2026

Scott Raymond Brown, 64, of Duluth, MN passed away on January 30, 2026 at Hilltop Healthcare.

Born on August 3, 1961, in Duluth to Douglas and Glyndora Brown, Scott was a proud graduate of Duluth East High School. He dedicated himself to his work as a roofer and spent many years as a respected member of the Union of National Roofing...

Jan 25, 2026

Gary Edward Butler, 73, of Duluth, MN passed away on January 25, 2026.

Celebration of Life to be held from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 15th at the Midway Town Hall, 3230 Midway Rd. In lieu of flowers, there will be a donation spot setup to help lay him to rest.

Jan 24, 2026

Marjorie “Marge” Ann Bruno, 81, of Duluth, Minnesota, went home to the Lord on January 24, 2026. Born to Albert and Florence (Looft) Johnson on March 10, 1944 in Bancroft, Iowa, Marge grew up in Swea City, Iowa and graduated from Sentral Community Schools in 1961.

In addition to strong academics, Marge played softball and basketball where she excelled and was...

Jan 22, 2026

Thomas “Tom” LeRoy Shaw, 72, of Duluth, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and two daughters on January 22, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Tom was born on August 4, 1953 in Duluth, MN to Donald & Florence Shaw. He was a carpenter, a cook, a bowler, and an apartment manager. He used these skills not only to excel...

Jan 22, 2026

Judy Kay Sundstrom, age 70, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, following complications from a seizure. Born on May 23, 1955, Judy was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt whose kindness and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her.

Judy is survived by her brother, Jim Sundstrom (Pat); her sister, Linda Aune (Greg); her sister-in-law, Nancy Sundstrom;...

Jan 17, 2026

Patrick "Pat" Allen Shaw, 78, of Duluth, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026 at Twin Ports Health Services.

Pat was born on August 24, 1947 in Duluth, Minnesota to the late Donald and Florence Shaw. He was a 1965 graduate of Denfeld High School. After graduating, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War....

Jan 14, 2026

Caroline Raymond, age 92, of Duluth, passed peacefully from her earthly home to her heavenly home on January 14.

She was born in Deerwood, Minnesota, to George and Pearl Elmer, and was the youngest of seven children. After graduating from Crosby-Ironton High School, Caroline married the love of her life, Jim Raymond, on her 18th birthday. The couple made their home...

Jan 10, 2026

In January 1944, at just eleven months old, Irene's world was illuminated by the red and purple glow of artillery fire as the Vistula-Oder Offensive reached her family's doorstep. Faced with the encroaching front, her parents made the harrowing decision to flee their home. Before leaving, her father buried their most valued possessions beneath the floor of a grain...

Jan 9, 2026

Jean Marie Flood (Hujanen), 89, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026.

Born on November 27, 1936, Jean was a woman defined by her kindness, her steady work ethic, and her deep devotion to her family. After the immense task of raising her six children and doing the books for Pat's Skelly (her husband's...

Jan 9, 2026

Carolyn "Carol" Elaine (Aho) Karkianinen, 74, of Cromwell, MN passed away on January 9, 2026 at Aspirus St. Lukes in Duluth MN.

Carol was born to Hjalmer and Ellen Aho on January 15, 1951. She went to Grand Rapids High School She attended Grand Rapids High School and later married Duane Karkiainen in 1971. Carol devoted many...

Jan 7, 2026

Lorraine Adele Ojard, 92, of Duluth MN passed away on January 7, 2026.

Jan 7, 2026

Jean Ellen Jacobs (Rautio), 78, of Hermantown passed away on January 7, 2026.

Jean was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a devoted caregiver to her husband, Larry, and the entire family. She was a huge Minnesota Vikings Fan, enjoyed watching old westerns, and spending time with her dogs.

The family would...

Jan 6, 2026

Timothy Ian Mathias, 60, of Duluth, Minnesota, died peacefully in his home on January 6, 2026, surrounded by the people and things he loved most.

Tim was born in Duluth, Minnesota, to Wesley Wayne Mathias and Wanda Jean Mathias (Winland). He attended and graduated from Central High School and had a long-standing career at the College of...

Jan 5, 2026

Glenn Harold Johnson, 73, of Duluth, passed away on January 5, 2026 at home of natural causes.

Glenn was born in Duluth to Harold and Phyllis (Anund) Johnson on August 27, 1952.  He graduated from Proctor High School in 1971.

He was employed as customer service manager at Johnson Supply Company for 39 years.  His...