Carol Ann Watts
Jul 8, 2026
Carol lived a full life in service to others, loving all those she knew unconditionally. She had a ready smile, a sharp wit, and loved to make people laugh. She loved to laugh also. She was a fierce friend to many.
Carol "Butch" Ann Newman Watts, age 86, of Canyon, Minnesota, passed away July 8, 2026, at Benedictine's Marywood with her...
Susan Mae Mayers
Jul 6, 2026
Susan Mae (Randa) Mayers, 72, of Superior, WI, was lifted into the arms of Jesus in the early morning hours of July 6, 2026.
Susan spent her early childhood in Lakewood Township, MN, before moving to Phoenix, AZ. She later married and welcomed two adorable boys into her life. Susan eventually returned to Duluth, MN.
She was preceded in death by her...
Paul Hilman Kolojeski
Jul 6, 2026
Paul H. Kolojeski, 89, passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Duluth, Minnesota, to Bruno and Ruth Kolojeski, Paul grew up alongside his two brothers, Robert and Roger. Although born in Duluth, he spent most of his life in Silver Bay, Minnesota, where he built a life centered on family, hard work,...
Dennis Lloyd Claflin Sr
Jul 2, 2026
Dennis Lloyd Claflin Sr, 66, of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on July 2, 2026.
Dennis was born on November 17, 1959, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Kenneth and MaryAnne Claflin. He graduated from Duluth East High School with the Class of 1978 before earning an associate degree from New England Institute of Technology. Answering the call to serve, Dennis proudly dedicated 30...
Bruce Cornelius Barker
Jun 24, 2026
Bruce Cornelius Barker, 77, of Duluth, died on June 24, 2026 at the Solvay Hospice facility of Duluth.
Bruce was born on September 9th, 1949 to Hulid “Happy” Barker and Agnes Mortensen Barker.
Bruce grew up in the Pike Lake neighborhood and attended Pike Lake Elementary. Following Graduation, in 1968, he was hired as a Janitor/Engineer at Pike Lake. Later a position...
Patricia Helen Bennett
Jun 24, 2026
Patricia Helen Bennett, age 79, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, at Franciscan Health Center, surrounded by the love of her family.
Patricia was born on April 25, 1947, to George and Helen Bengtson. She was a proud graduate of Hermantown High School, Class of 1965, and continued her education at the University of Minnesota Duluth, graduating in 1969. On...
Einar Olson
Jun 21, 2026
Einar Olson, 90, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton, Minnesota.
Einar was born on December 31, 1935, in Thompson Township, Minnesota, to Frank and Mamie (Seppala) Olson on the family farmstead, now known as the site of the Lakehead Harvest Festival.
He enlisted in the United States Army on September 5, 1958, at Fort Stewart,...
Thomas Michael Blazejak
Jun 19, 2026
Thomas Michael Blazejak, 82, of Proctor, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who loved him dearly.
Tom was born on December 22, 1943. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Yancey (AKA-93), an experience that remained an important part of his life and personal...
Jack Roe La May
Jun 12, 2026
Jack Roe La May (born Jackie Roe La May), age 98, of Duluth, Minnesota. Jack passed away from natural causes while sleeping peacefully at his home in Duluth on the evening of Friday, June 12, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born in Duluth on July 21, 1927, to William La May and Frances Roe, Jack grew up in the area and worked...
Gina Annette Wagner
Jun 11, 2026
Gina Annette Wagner, 68, of Proctor Minnesota, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, with her husband by her side.
Gina was born in and raised for a large portion of her life in Duluth Minnesota, the second of five siblings to Janice and Vincent Dodge on November 27,1957.
She graduated from Duluth East High School in 1976, and a few years...
Nancy Jean Ehlenbach
Jun 11, 2026
Nancy Jean Ehlenbach, 93, of Duluth, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026, and was reunited with the love of her life, her husband Frank.
Nancy was born on October 3, 1932, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Elmer and Anne Lambert. She spent her life devoted to her family, her community, and the many friendships she cherished along the way.
Nancy worked...
Margaret Ann Johnson
Jun 8, 2026
Margaret Ann Johnson, 80, of Hermantown, Minnesota, passed away at her home, surrounded by family, on June 8, 2026. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Margaret was born on August 23, 1945, in Duluth, Minnesota. On April 11, 1964, she married her “one...
William "Bill" John Roach
Jun 6, 2026
William "Bill" Roach passed away on June 6, 2026, following a tragic accident at home. In his final selfless act, Bill provided the gift of life through organ donation.
Bill was born and raised in Duluth, Minnesota, on April 2, 1957. He graduated from East High School, where he met the love of his life, Debbie. Bill worked for New York...
Joan Marie Eng
Jun 1, 2026
Joan Marie (LeBlanc) Eng, 75, of Duluth, MN passed away on the morning of June 1, 2026 in her home surrounded by her family, who loved her very much.
Joan was born on January 23, 1951 in Duluth, MN to Marjorie Rinker and Raymond LeBlanc. Joan went to high school in Proctor, MN, home of the “Proctor Rails”. She went on...
Joseph "Joe" Paul Schoenborn
May 25, 2026
Joseph “Joe” Paul Schoenborn, 77, of Duluth, MN, passed away on May 25, 2026 in Duluth, MN.
Joe was born in White Earth, MN to Paul Schoenborn and Lorraine Perrault Schoenborn on August 8, 1948. He went to school at Lake Superior College and graduated as a LPN. He worked as a roofer for many companies for many years. He enjoyed...
Nancy Kobernick
May 22, 2026
Nancy Kobernick passed away on May 22, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on March 20, 1943, Nancy spent the last 30 years of her life in Superior, Wisconsin, where she became a familiar and valued member of the community.
Nancy was a lifelong learner who earned bachelor's degrees in Journalism, History, and Political Science. Throughout her career, she worked...
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...
Craig Jerome Martineau
May 20, 2026
Craig Jerome Martineau of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away on May 20, 2026, at Superior Health Center in Superior, Wisconsin, at the age of 77.
Craig was born on November 14, 1949, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, to William and Louise Martineau. He graduated from Grand Rapids High School in 1967.
Craig worked for Bridgeman's in Grand Rapids, where he became engaged to Rebecca...
Daren Boyd-Bobby Saxin
May 19, 2026
Daren Boyd Saxin, 64, passed away on May 19, 2026 in Fargo, ND where he had lived for a few years.
He was born in Lynwood, CA to Robert and Betsy Ann Saxin on May 23, 1961. The family moved back to Duluth MN in 1969.
Daren graduated from Hermantown High School in 1979. He worked at many different jobs in restaurants,...
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...