Obituary Listing

Sep 4, 2025

Jerry "Butchie" William Lopez Jr, 70, of Duluth, MN passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 4, 2025 at his home.

Jerry was born in El Paso, Texas to Carmen and Jerry Lopez on January 30, 1955. He graduated from Grossmount High School in 1973. He lived a life full of love, faith, and kindness.

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Aug 30, 2025

"You can call me Ray or you can call me Jay, but don't call me Raymond."

Ray Bennie Johnson, 78, of Cloquet, passed away at home on August 30, 2025 from bladder cancer.

Ray was born on September 21, 1946, in Crosby, MN to Tracy and Arlene Johnson. He later moved to the Duluth area...

Aug 22, 2025

Marlene Joice Robarge, age 89, of Cloquet, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at Inter-Faith Care Center.

Born on August 19, 1936, in Cotton, Minnesota, Marlene was the only child of Arthur and Elsie Bjorklund. She graduated from Cotton High School and went on to work at St. Luke's Hospital, where she lovingly cared for newborns...

Aug 20, 2025

Doug is remembered for his kind and generous heart, warm and friendly demeanor, impeccable memory, unforgettable sense of humor, and ability to light up a room. He was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He truly was a friend to everyone and will be missed by many.

Douglas "Doug" Alan Harwood, 69, of Duluth Minnesota,...

Aug 20, 2025

Kaleigh Yvette Scholz, a kind devoted wife and mother full of passion for family, 45, of Duluth, MN passed away on her birthday August 20, 2025 at MN Health Fairview in Minneapolis, MN from her almost 10 month fight with Lukemia.

Kaleigh was born on August 20, 1980, in St. Louis Park, MN to Julie (Glad) Smith...

Aug 17, 2025

Loretta Hilda Kahlbaugh, 87, of Duluth MN passed away August 17, 2025 surrounded by family at her home of 57 years. She had battled cancer for more than a year.

Known to all as Lorie, she was born in Kettle River MN to Lucila (Gehlhar) Rucks and Arnold Rucks on July 25, 1938.

Lorie grew...

Aug 16, 2025

Jack L. Harmon, 86, of Duluth, MN, passed away on August 16, 2025, at Keystone Bluffs Assisted Living after a long battle with cancer.

Jack was born in McCook, Nebraska to Marion Walker Harmon & Irene Mae McCain on November 11, 1938. He joined the Navy when he was 17 years old, and during his service time...

Aug 15, 2025

Fern Marion Olson (Lindholm), 93, of Pike Lake, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Solvay Hospice House on August 15, 2025. Fern was born on December 25, 1931, to Joel and Caroline Lindholm. She grew up surrounded by love with her five brothers: Glen, Bruce, Oren, Dick, and Ken, and her sister, Bev. She was a beloved...

Aug 12, 2025

Elsie "Janice" (Jackson) Lindholm Haugen Huffman, 90, of Duluth, MN passed away peacefully on August 12th, 2025 at Viewcrest Healthcare in Duluth.

Jan was born in Duluth to Carl and Elsie Jackson on June 15th, 1935. She grew up in the Chester Park neighborhood. In 1952, she married Ron Lindholm. The couple raised their 5 children in...

Aug 11, 2025

Patrick "Mouse" "JD" Joseph Hey died unexpectedly on August 11, 2025. Patrick was born to parents, Henry Louis and Patricia Ann (Irish) Hey on December 4, 1965. He was the youngest of nine children, some of whom would say he was the favorite, and he would agree. He grew up in the Duluth Heights area and graduated from Central...

Jul 26, 2025

Darlene Joy Rosand, 79, of Duluth, MN passed away surrounded by her family on July 26, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Darlene was born April 20, 1946 in Superior, WI to Lindfred and Bertha Lidberg. She went to Central High School in Superior. She went to Duluth Area Vocational Technical Institute. At Lake Superior...

Jul 24, 2025

Roger Henry Wagner, 92, of Hermantown, passed away on July 24, 2025. He was born on September 15, 1932 to Elsie & Henry Wagner.

Roger graduated from Hermantown High School in 1950 as one of the very first classes that completed all K-12 grades at Hermantown. He married Joan Angell on March 22, 1952 and had five...

Jul 22, 2025

Suzan "Sue" Jane Davis, 77, of Duluth MN, passed away on July 21, 2025.

Sue was born in Duluth to Louis and Dolline Wolowicz on February 27, 1948. She went to Central High School and graduated in 1966.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Davis; and parents Louis and Dolline.

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Jul 22, 2025

James Donovan Heskin "J.D. Heskin", 86, passed away peacefully at Essentia Health in Duluth, Minnesota with family at his side.

He was born in Grand Forks and grew up in Mayville, North Dakota, where he developed a love for farming and a strong work ethic. As a young man, he hitchhiked across the country, working on farms...

Jul 10, 2025

Jody Allen Miller, 69, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away on July 10, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 13, 1956, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Ruth Madson and William Miller.

Jody was an extraordinary man, characterized by his loving nature and delightful sense of humor. He had a...

Jul 4, 2025

Lawrence "Larry" Richard Medalen, 90, of Duluth, MN, passed away on July 4, 2025 in his home and into the arms of his Savior.

Larry was born in Duluth to Lloyd and Viola Medalen. He graduated Hermantown High School in 1954 and worked for Northwestern Bell/AT&T. He enjoyed doing projects and spending time with family.

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Jun 27, 2025

Robert "Bob" Thomas Briggs, 40, of Cloquet, MN passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2025, at his home.

He was born in Black River Falls, WI to Thomas and Candise Briggs on October 27, 1984. He went to Lincoln High School and graduated in 2003.

Bob was a caring and compassionate man that enjoyed helping...

Jun 23, 2025

Arleen Ann Zapp, age 71, went to be with the Lord on June 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 7, 1953, Arleen grew up in Minnesota and made her home in Hermantown. She loved her summers on the boat by beautiful Lake Superior. She later moved to Lillian, Alabama to enjoy retirement, alongside her husband...

Jun 14, 2025

Gloria Q. Wright, 94, died on June 14, 2025, at the Elysian Senior Home in Duluth.

Gloria Arla Mae was born on June 6, 1931 at the rural home of her parents, C. Oscar and Randine Quanrud, near Grand Forks, North Dakota. She was baptized on June 19, 1931. Gloria attended a one-room country school, graduated from...

Jun 11, 2025

Florace "Flossie" Vivian Johnson entered heavens gates on June 11, 2025, just shy of her 78th birthday. Her smile lit up a room. Her nurturing spirit was felt by all and will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her husband of nearly 60 years, Stanley Jr; as mom would say, "4 wonderful daughters", Tina (David) Firkus,...