William (Bill) Dolentz, age 74, of Hermantown, MN, passed away Friday, April 17th, 2015 at Essentia Health St. Marys, surrounded by family. Bill was born on March 8, 1941 in Ely, MN to Tony and Ailie Dolentz. He graduated from Ely High School where he swam and played football. After working various jobs, including a stint in the Army where he was recognized as an expert flamethrower, sharp shooter with a rifle and received the good conduct medal, he retired as a MNDOT employee of