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On January 8, 2024, the world stopped turning just for a moment as our lives were forever changed by the loss of a beautiful soul, Shellby Marie Trettel. In her short 22 years here on earth she made a tremendous impact on those she met. Her uniqueness and colorful character shined bright even in dark moments. Shellby’s love for her family, her friends, and her community will forever be honored and remembered. Shellby was born in Sonora, California on Nov. 26, 2001. Her father and biological m...
With great sadness, we must share the loss of our beloved Patrick Jeffrey Roers. Patrick left us on the evening of January 8th, 2024, leaving behind a widespread memory of his infectious smile, laugh, and his ability to make even the newest stranger feel like an old friend. Born as the fifth child (in a family of six kids) on November 16th, 1988, in Buffalo, MN, he spent most of his life growing up in Monticello, MN. Patrick had a hunger to know about all things in the world - how things...
Frances A. Solomon, age 85 of Cromwell, Minnesota passed away Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at Community Memorial Hospital in Cloquet. She was born July 3, 1938, in Duluth, the daughter of John and Florence (Kriski) Kubiski. Frances graduated from Cathedral High School in Duluth. She was united in marriage to Glenn Solomon in 1956. They were very active with the former St. Casimir’s Catholic Church in Cloquet and attended St. Francis Catholic Church in Carlton. Frances especially loved her family a...
Bonnie Mae Edin, 83, of Spokane, Washington, and formerly of Cloquet, passed away Jan. 9, 2024. She was born on April 16, 1940, to Arthur and Hilma (Sipola) Swanson in Cloquet, where she grew up and graduated from high school in 1958. She worked at the Northwest Paper Company, helped run Rog's Galley, a successful drive-in restaurant in Esko, and retired from Carlton County Health and Adult Services in 1999, after almost 20 years of service. Bonnie was a very outgoing and caring person who...
Donald Hjalmer Hutar, 80, of Wright passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, in St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. He was born on May 16, 1943, in Aitkin to Hjalmer and Effie Hutar. Don was raised on a farm in Rice Lake Township, near McGregor. He married Carol Walli, the girl of his dreams, on Sept. 1, 1962, and they started their family together. Don was a merchant marine and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. He loved his country and believed in freedom. Don was a jack of all trad...
Raymond George Diver, 84, of Cloquet passed away on Jan. 2, 2024, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. He was born June 10, 1939, to George and Emma (Reed) Diver in Cloquet. Ray was a man of many trades. He worked as a laborer on ships for many years and was also a roofer, and held various other labor positions. He had a passion for animals and enjoyed feeding and watching the deer and other wildlife. He loved to fish. Ray was a football fan and cheered on the Vikings through many games. When...
Darrell Charles "Butch" Swanson, 74, of Barnum passed away with family by his side on Jan. 12, 2024, in Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. Butch joined the U.S. Air Force right out of high school and served his country for four years, including a tour in Vietnam. Butch enjoyed many activities, including golfing, bowling, deer hunting, fishing, and volunteering to keep the lawn manicured at the Blackhoof Valley Community Center. He was an avid sports enthusiast and loved the...
Brenda Marie Kath, 68, of Esko passed away at her home on Jan. 7, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. In accordance with Brenda’s wishes, no services will be held. Nelson Funeral Care made arrangements. Raymond Diver, 84, of Cloquet died Jan. 2, 2024, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. Visitation: 1 p.m. until the 2 p.m. memorial service Friday, Jan. 19 at the Fond du Lac Language and Cultural Center in Cloquet. A luncheon will follow. Spring inurnment will be at New Holy Family Cemetery in Cloquet. Arrangements by Nelson F...
David Chapin Langmo, 45, of Cloquet passed away on Dec. 30, 2023. David was born in Willmar, Minnesota on July 9, 1978, to Michael and Debra (Chapin) Langmo. In 1996, David completed his high school education at Litchfield High School and subsequently earned an associate degree from Lake Superior College in 2004. Continuing his academic journey, he pursued a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering at the University of Minnesota Duluth, graduating in 2011. Over the course of a fulfilling...
Carol Marie Douglas, age 68, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at home. She was born Aug. 16, 1955, the daughter of Robert and Helen (Isakson) Douglas. Carol graduated from Carlton High School in 1973. She retired from Black Bear Casino in 2020, after many years. Carol was very active in the Carlton VFW Ladies Auxiliary, and she held many positions in the Auxiliary over the years. She was proud to serve veterans and did many things, not just for the veterans, but in the community...
Robert Kenneth Calhoun, 67, of Carlton passed away on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023 at home with his wife by his side. Robert was born Jan. 30, 1956 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota to Robert and Dorothy Calhoun. Robert graduated from Grand Rapids High School in 1974. Robert married Colleen on August 18, 2002 in Duluth, Minnesota. He worked for Figgins Trucking and Koch Trucking. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Kathy Nelson; brother, Rodger Calhoun. Robert is survived by his wife, Colleen; so...
Phyllis Tan, age 93, was born on Nov. 28, 1930 to Swan and Alma Peterson. She grew up on an 80-acre farm in Esko, Minnesota, the youngest of six children. Following her graduation from Esko High School, Phyllis attended UMD and received an elementary education degree in teaching. She was united in marriage to Mel Tan, her high school sweetheart in 1954. Her 32-year teaching career included the elementary schools of Nettleton, Morgan Park, Garfield, and Churchill. She was a member of Alpha Delta...
Ruby June Simon passed away at the age of 74 on December 31, 2023, at her home in Cloquet. Ruby was born Jan. 18, 1949, to Walter and Ruby (Larson) Olson in International Falls, Minnesota. She grew up in International Falls and was one of nine children. Ruby attended Holler Elementary School and graduated from Falls High School. Ruby was united in marriage to Rodney “Si” Simon in July of 1968 and together they had three children, Mindi, Niki, and Sevon. They made their home in International Fal...
Maxine Clarice (Harlson) Chick, 91, died at home in Cloquet on Dec. 29, 2023. Visitation: 4-6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 8, at Nelson Funeral Care in Cloquet. Memorials to Queen of Peace School or the Cloquet Educational Foundation. Allan Lee Clark, 72, of Cloquet passed away on Nov. 20. A gathering of family and friends will be held 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 at the Industrial Town Hall, 7519 Albert Road, in Saginaw....
Shirley E. Thompson, 69, of Esko passed away Dec. 18, 2023, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. She was born Sept. 1, 1954, in Duluth, the daughter of Charles and Delores (Sondeland) Towner. Shirley graduated from Proctor High School in 1972. She spent many years devoting her full attention to raising her family, followed by a 33-year career at the Members Co-op Credit Union. Shirley loved traveling to St. Cloud, South Dakota, Galveston, Texas, Orlando, Florida, and anywhere her...
David Chapin Langmo, 45, of Cloquet, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. David was born in Willmar, Minnesota on July 9, 1978, to Michael and Debra (Chapin) Langmo. In 1996, David completed his high school education at Litchfield High School and subsequently earned an associate degree from LSC in 2004. Continuing his academic journey, he pursued a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, graduating in 2011. Over the course of a f...
Shirley E. Thompson, age 69, of Esko, passed away Monday, December 18, 2023, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. She was born September 1, 1954, in Duluth, the daughter of Charles and Delores (Sondeland) Towner. Shirley graduated from Proctor High School in 1972. She spent many years devoting her full attention to raising her family, and later held a 33-year career at the Members Co-op Credit Union. Shirley loved traveling to St. Cloud, South Dakota, Galveston, Texas, Orlando, Florida and...
Corrine Eleanor Wick, 79, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. She was born Feb. 13, 1944, to Raymond and Eleanor (Aiken) Wick. Corrine married Kenneth W. Erickson in March of 1960, and in their 18 years of marriage they raised six children. Corrine came from a family of many siblings. Growing up she understood the value of having brothers and sisters to play with and learn from. There would be no surprise when she created a large family of her own. She...
She was beautiful. Sarah Ann Hamilton, 44, passed over to be with her creator on Dec. 14, 2023, in her home, surrounded by loved ones. Sarah was born to Robert and Lynn Hunt in Tomah, Wisconsin on Aug. 24, 1979, and grew up in Cloquet. She was married to Chad Hamilton on Nov. 24, 2000, and gave birth to her two wonderful children, Alexander and Isabel. She spent 22 years as a dedicated military spouse who found her passion through Access Consciousness and selflessly gave to her community of...
Robert J. “Rob” Laaksonen, 77, of Cloquet passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023. He was born Feb. 27, 1946, to John and Erna (Morken) Laaksonen in Cloquet. He was a 1964 graduate of Cloquet High School and furthered his education at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Rob was employed at Potlatch for more than 25 years and retired in 2002. He was a member of the Cloquet Connection and frequently traveled with them in support of UMD hockey. Rob is survived by his wife of 47 years, Gail Laa...
Tori Ann Jordan was a caring mother, grandmother, significant other, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, friend and more. She left this world far too soon on Dec. 13, 2023, at age 45 after a three-and-a-half-year battle with epithelioid hemangioendothelioma cancer. She was born to Kathleen Latture and Terry Jordan on Sept. 2, 1978. In high school, Tori met the love of her life, Adam Seavey. Together, they had three children, Savanna, Ethan and Hunter. Being a mother was Tori's passion, and when she was not raising her own kids, she was helping to...
Sherman D. Wisneski, 91, of Cloquet, passed away Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. Sherm was born Oct. 12, 1932, in Cloquet, the son of Stanley and Myrtle (Erickson) Wisneski. He worked as a truck driver for Dahlen Transport and was a member of the Teamsters Union. Sherm especially loved fishing and also enjoyed hunting and woodworking. Sherman was preceded in death by his parents; son, Donald Wisneski; daughter, Sherri Wisneski; and brothers, Stanley and Peter W...
Cheryl Marie Tiessen was born Sept. 4, 1960, to Dayle and Barbara (Tougas) Klister in Cloquet, Minnesota. She passed away at her home in Cloquet, at the age of 63, on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Services were previously held. Nelson Funeral Care....
Maxine Doran of Kimball died peacefully Friday afternoon, Dec. 8, 2023, with family at her side, at Hilltop Health Care Center in Watkins of Parkinson's disease. She was 84. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, at Kimball Christian Church with Pastor Tom Kopp officiating. Visitation will begin one hour before the service, and continue with a luncheon at the church following the service. Burial will be in Kimball Cemetery. Maxine Jean Johnson was born November 8,...
Joyce Lavern Okerstrom passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023 in Essentia Health, St. Mary’s Medical Center Duluth, Minnesota the age of 93. Joyce was born in and was a long time resident of Cloquet, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Leroy and Sophie Okerstrom and is survived by her brother Tom Okerstrom and brother-in-law Marv Swanson, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Roland Okerstrom and his wife Eileen Okerstrom, her sister P...
