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Annette Jane Wise, 100, went to her heavenly home on July 25, 2024, at the Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. She was born Aug. 21, 1923, on a farm nestled on the Cook side of Lake Vermilion to August and Catherine Nelson. She grew up impoverished, a product of the Great Depression, and was born without the services of a midwife, as her family was unable to afford one. Her father delivered her himself. Her sister Doris often joked that they were “so poor, even the poor people thought they w... Full story
Wannisa Lynn Aho, 42, of Wright passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2024. She was born July 23, 1982, to Michael and Dianna (Rose) Couture. She was the second of two children. Wannisa grew up on a farm in Brookston. She was an animal lover and had many pets throughout her life. She attended AlBrook schools. She met the love of her life, Scott Aho, in 2018, and they married June 12, 2021. Wannisa is survived by Scott and their children, Michael and Montgomery; stepchildren, MiLyssa Aho,... Full story
Betty Gayle Carlson, 89, of Mahtowa died peacefully on July 29, 2024, in Moose Lake Village. She was born on April 11, 1935, in Duluth to Barney and Audrey Petersen. Betty grew up in Duluth and graduated from Central High School. On May 21, 1955, Betty married James Carlson in Duluth; they lived in Mahtowa. Betty was a sales consultant for Avon and Princess House, and also worked at Diamond Tool and Horseshoe in Duluth until the company closed. Betty farmed, raised goats, enjoyed time with... Full story
Rodney William "Rocky" Metso, 69, of Sawyer, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024. He was born April 5, 1955, in Cloquet to William and Tyyne (Mannila) Metso. Rocky grew up in Sawyer and graduated from Carlton High School in 1973. He enjoyed a long career with the Potlatch paper mill in Cloquet. Rocky and his brother Les were twins of sorts. They had the same birthday, 17 years apart. If there was something that needed fixing, Rocky was there to help - whether it was a neighbor's... Full story
Lori Ann Lightner, 70, of Esko passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 27, 2024, at Barnes Care Assisted Living in Esko. Celebration of Life: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 at Mont du Lac Trophy Lodge, 3125 South Mont du Lac Road, Superior. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Care, Cloquet. Bonnie Mae Edin, 83, of Spokane, Washington, formerly of Cloquet, passed away on Jan. 9, 2024. Memorial service: 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 at Atkins-Northland Funeral Home, Cloquet. Family and friends will meet after the service at the... Full story
Jerry Leonard Stein Jr., 65, of Cloquet passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024. A Celebration of Life was held July 30. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Care in Cloquet. Scott William Schubert, 57, of Barnum passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s in Duluth. No public ceremonies will be held. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Care in Cloquet.... Full story
Steven Paul “Steve” Hills, 67, of Cloquet passed away on July 25, 2024, peacefully overlooking Leech Lake at NorthStar Camp, his favorite place. Steve was born Dec. 11, 1956, to Daniel and Ardelle (Randall) Hills of Cloquet, where he grew up. Steve graduated from Cloquet High School in 1975. Over the course of his life, Steve worked at the Cloquet hospital starting as a janitor and eventually working in the engineering department. He later joined his father and uncle in the pipefitting tra... Full story
Roger Joseph Tillman Sr., 88, of Kettle River passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 23, 2024, in Moose Lake at the Moose Lake Village nursing home. Roger was born in Cloquet to Joe and Ellen Tillman on April 18, 1936. He went to McGregor High School and graduated in 1954. He then served two years in the U.S. Marine Corps. He worked in road construction most of his adult life, at E.W. Coons, Ulland Brothers, Arrowhead Blacktop and Glacier Paving, before starting his own business,... Full story
Rosemary June Mathers, 93, of Cambridge, passed away in St. Cloud on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the Quiet Oaks Hospice House. Rosemary was born on June 17, 1931, to Leif and Rose Olson in Cloquet. She was raised, and attended school, in Cloquet. After graduating, she attended Concordia University and University of Minnesota Duluth. She was married and widowed twice, to Edward Krzenski and then Doug Mathers. Rosemary worked as a realtor for Sorenson Realty in Cloquet. She also served as an... Full story
Lonnie Eugene Peterson, 54, of Cloquet passed away on July 24, 2024, at Community Memorial Hospital in Cloquet. He was born Aug. 31, 1969, to Edward and Patricia (Adelsgruber) Peterson. He lived with his family in Cromwell. Early in his life, Lonnie was blessed with the programs at Pinewood Inc. that made it possible for him to attend school. He later had the opportunity to work in the housekeeping department at Black Bear Casino Resort as well as the kitchen at Perkins, which he truly enjoyed.... Full story
Gregory Allen Day, 70, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away unexpectedly while fighting cancer on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota. Greg was born in Superior on March 2, 1954, the son of Carl and Ella (Petzold) Day. He attended school in Superior, with the Class of 1972. He married the love of his life, Peggy Shykes, June 2, 1995, at Pattison State Park. They recently celebrated 29 wonderful years of marriage. Greg worked as a mechanic most of his life.... Full story
Charlyne Johnson-Dahl, age 100 of Cloquet, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at her home of 74 years, surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Charlyne was born on September 26, 1923, to Thomas and Irene Spies in Cloquet, Minnesota. In her early years, she enjoyed twirling the baton and ice skating. She graduated from Cloquet High School and shortly thereafter married Raymond Johnson. After spending a short time in Seattle, Washington, they returned to Cloquet and grew a family of... Full story
Anne Anderson of Cloquet passed away peacefully at home on July 15, 2024, surrounded by so much love and many family and friends, after a bravely fought battle with cancer. Anne was born Jan. 25, 1946, in Asheville, North Carolina. She moved to Minnesota in her teen years, graduating from Hill City High School. She married John William Anderson Jr. in 1972, and was blessed to be able to be a stay-at-home mom with her four children. Anne was considered a trusted confidante by all who knew her,... Full story
Larry Charles Isaacson, 90, a lifelong resident of Cloquet, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born Nov. 13, 1933, to Charles and Laila (Seppanen) Isaacson. He graduated from Cloquet High School and shortly after began work at Wood Conversions, which later became Conwed. Larry retired as the company transitioned to USG. He was married to Betty Mattson on July 28, 1956. The couple enjoyed many years of going out dancing on Saturday nights. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.... Full story
Karen J. Follett, 81, of Moose Lake passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Essentia Health-Moose Lake. She was born in Cloquet on June 12, 1943. No services will be held in accordance with Karen’s wishes. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Care.... Full story
Rosemary June Mathers, 93, of Cambridge, passed away in St. Cloud on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the Quiet Oaks Hospice House. Rosemary was born on June 17, 1931, to Leif and Rose Olson in Cloquet, MN. She was raised and attended school in Cloquet. After graduation, she attended Concordia University and the University of Minnesota, Duluth. She was married and widowed twice, first to Edward Krzenski and second to Doug Mathers. Rosemary worked as a realtor for Sorenson Realty in Cloquet,... Full story
Roger Joseph Tillman Sr., 88, of Kettle River, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 23, in Moose Lake, Minnesota at the Moose Lake Village Nursing Home. Roger was born in Cloquet, Minnesota to Joe and Ellen Tillman on April 18, 1936. He went to McGregor High School and graduated in 1954. After graduation he served two years in the United States Marine Corps. He worked in road construction most of his adult life. Working for EW Coons, Ulland Brothers, Arrowhead Blacktop... Full story
Steven Paul “Steve” Hills, 67, of Cloquet passed away on July 25, 2024, peacefully overlooking Leech Lake at NorthStar Camp, his favorite place. Steve was born Dec. 11, 1956, to Daniel and Ardelle (Randall) Hills of Cloquet, where he grew up. Steve graduated from Cloquet High School in 1975. Over the course of his life, Steve worked at the Cloquet hospital starting as a janitor and eventually working in the engineering department. He later joined his father and uncle in the pipefitting tra... Full story
John Bernard Erickson, born July 12, 1934, passed away peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at his home in Cloquet. He had celebrated his 90th birthday just four days earlier with family and friends at his home. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his sons, Keith Erickson and Glen Erickson of Dallas; daughter, Susan Erickson Ingram and husband Harry Ingram III of Dallas; five grandchildren, Sarah Erickson (Bill Dory) of Floodwood, Keith Erickson... Full story
Peter John Manford Linden, 95, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, in Cardinal Courts Villa Court Senior Community assisted living in Cromwell. Peter was born on June 5, 1929, in Holmesville Township, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota to Carl and Clara Linden. Peter attended a rural school through the eighth grade, completing the second and third grades in the same year and testing out at age 13. He was united in marriage to Luella Corrine Janson on June 16, 1951. Together they raised five children.... Full story
Michael Lee "Mike" Suronen, 68, of Barnum took his last breath on Friday, June 28, 2024, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. He was surrounded by loved ones with his favorite classic country tunes playing, as his short but mighty battle with cancer came to an end. Mike was born Sept. 10, 1955, to Elmer and Lucille (Strandberg) Suronen in Cloquet, and grew up in Barnum, the youngest of three children. After high school, Mike married his first wife, Eleanor, and raised two daughters in his hom... Full story
Derek Allen Moen, 55, of Cloquet, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024. He was born April 9, 1969, to Richard and Dona (Leuch) Moen in Cloquet. Derek graduated from Cloquet High School in 1987. He made his home in Cloquet and worked as a custodian at Black Bear Casino Rrsort. He married Toni DeRusha in 2016. He was very happy the last nine years of his life with Toni. She was the light of his life. Derek was a gentle soul and he enjoyed fishing, camping, partridge hunting, taking rides, music, and... Full story
Shirley Berg passed away on July 11, 2024. She was born May 27, 1937 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Verner and Helen Walters. She lived in Cloquet all her life, traveling to Bella Vista, Arizona, and Mercedes, Texas for some time during the winter months. She graduated from Cloquet High School in 1955, attended St. Cloud University and graduated with her teaching certificate, and married her high school sweetheart, Harry, in 1962. Shirley is survived by her husband, Harry; her son, Andy (Jackie)... Full story
Harvey Eugene Grindle, 66, of Cloquet passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024, in Cloquet. Services were held Monday, July 15 at Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Arrangements by Atkins-Northland Funeral Home. Larry C. Isaacson, 90, of Cloquet passed away July 16, 2024. Visitation: 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. memorial service July 25 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Cloquet. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Care. Terrance Eugene Bottila, 78, formerly of Cloquet, died July 11, 2024, in Crystal River, Florida. Arrangements by Cremation Center of the... Full story
It is with heavy hearts and tremendous sadness that we announce Brandon's passing. After many years of struggling with addictions and mental health issues, he passed away peacefully at his home in Cloquet on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at the age of 50. Brandon's mind and soul are now at rest. He was born on June 24, 1974, to Greg and Jeryl (Chartier) Pederson in Cloquet. Brandon graduated from Cloquet High School and entered the U.S. Marine Corps, where he proudly served his country. He was a... Full story
