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Wilfred "Bud" A. Belden, 87, of Cloquet, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, at Community Memorial Hospital. Bud was born June 15, 1935, in Cloquet, the son of John and Marion (John) Belden, and graduated from Cloquet High School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957 through1959. Bud married Dorothy Cekalla on Jan. 13, 1962. He worked for Conwed Corp. and also for the Queen of Peace Catholic School. Bud was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church; the Bishop Welch Council Knights of Columbus;... Full story
Lorraine "Rae" Charlotte Carpenter passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, at Diamond Willow in Cloquet, surrounded by her family. She was born Oct. 2, 1933, in Madison, Minnesota, the daughter of O.H. and Thelma (Thompson) Holtan. Rae graduated from Benson High School and the Minnesota School of Business and worked as a comptometer supervisor in downtown Minneapolis. She married the love of her life, Donald Dean Carpenter, on Dec. 30, 1959, and moved to Carlton, where she worked 29 years... Full story
Laird Ralph Hansen, 93, of Cromwell passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, at his home. He was born on June 18, 1929, in Cloquet to Hans Peter and Ruth Hansen. He was raised in Cromwell and graduated from Cromwell High School in 1949. He served in the U.S. Army from October 1952 through September 1954. He was honorably discharged as a corporal. Laird married Julie Ann Ossell on April 18, 1964. Laird worked at the Cromwell Creamery, Wood Conversion and the Peavey Elevator. He then... Full story
Raymond Oscar Joki, 82, of Esko passed away Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, in his home. He was born on July 20, 1940, in Duluth to Waino and Anna Joki. Raymond graduated from Duluth Central High School in 1958. He married Virginia Armstrong on March 20, 1981. Raymond worked as a draftsman for Seaway (SEH) Engineering in Duluth until retiring in 2000. He enjoyed traveling and listening to gospel music, and was a member of the Senior Bible Study group for many years. He was an avid bird watcher and also... Full story
Wanda Marie Rose, 64, of Cloquet passed away at her home on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. She was born on Sept. 6, 1958 in Butte, Montana to Duane and Betty Rose. She worked as a nurse’s aide for many years, then opened her own daycare. She loved being around children. Wanda always had her birds and flowers, and loved all animals. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers-in-law, Michael “Pudgy” Couture and Leslie Dougherty. Wanda is survived by her sisters, Dianna (Mike) Couture, Peggy (Les) Dougherty and Patty (Kerry) St. Germain; broth... Full story
Anne-Rochelle Roe, 53, of Mahtowa, passed away on Friday, Dec. 16, 2022, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth after a four-year fight with cancer. Anne was born on Jan. 15, 1969, to Reuben and Susan (Walsh) Swenson in Edina. She grew up in Mahtowa, where she enjoyed riding her horse during her younger years. Anne graduated from Barnum High School in 1987. She married Gary Roe on Aug. 28, 1993, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Cloquet. Together they made their home in Cloquet, and moved to Mahtowa...
Cheri Crane, 92, tap-danced her way to heaven to sing with the angels on Saturday, December 17, 2022. She was born November 15, 1930 in Aitkin County, the second of five girls. She grew up in the Kimberly and McGregor area. She will be fondly remembered as such a sweet lady with a beautiful smile and graciousness, politeness and kindness that we should all aspire to have in our lifetime. Her love of family, sunshine, flowers, dance and music were a constant in her life. Her God-given talent in... Full story
George E. Hughes, age 96, passed away Friday, December 23, 2022, at New Perspective in Cloquet. He was born January 24, 1926, in Crow Wing, MN, the son of Loren and Ellen (Kile) Hughes. George resided in the Cloquet area since 1950 and worked for the Conwed Corp. and was a member of the Conwed 25 Year Club. He was a former member of the Solway Township Volunteer Fire Dept. and Hope Lutheran Church in Munger where he served as a trustee for many years. George enjoyed square-dancing, old-time... Full story
Sandra Kay Franke, 75, of Cloquet passed away on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. She was born on Oct. 9, 1947, in St. James, Minnesota to Jacob and Mabel Geiger. She grew up on a farm outside of St. James and graduated from St. James High School in 1965. On April 8, 1967, Sandra married Charles August Franke in St. James. Sandra worked at the Fingerhut Co. in Gaylord, Cat N' Fiddle Supper Club and the 3M Co. in New Ulm, and the Kids Corner latchkey program... Full story
Rachel Eryn (Matuszak) Weizenegger, 56, of Duluth passed away under hospice care on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. A short contemporary service followed by a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Nelson Funeral Care has been entrusted with Rachel’s arrangements. To sign an online registry and read her full obituary, please visit www.nelsonfuneralcare.net.... Full story
Dennis R. Mattinen passed away Nov. 29, 2022. He was born on May 13, 1945, in Cloquet to Carl Hjalmer and Hilma (Esala) Mattinen. Shortly after graduating from high school, Denny enlisted in the U.S. Army. His service took him to Germany, where he spent much of his active duty. He returned to Minnesota and began working as a mechanic, putting his skills learned in the Army to use. He married Judy Hughes on August 16, 1969, in Duluth. The couple made their home in Cloquet, and Denny began a... Full story
Maria Mae Schroeder, 89, of Cloquet and formerly of McGregor, passed away on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. She was born in Durbin, North Dakota on Jan. 19, 1933, to Elmer and Nellie Gust. She grew up in North Dakota. Maria married James Frank Schroeder on Feb. 19, 1949. They farmed near Evansville, Minnesota until they moved to Esko, where they raised their family. Maria was a representative for the Stanley Home Products Company for 60 years, retiring as a branch... Full story
Shirley Ann Kuberka, 86, of Chisholm died Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Heritage Manor in Chisholm. She was born on Oct. 7, 1936, in Hayward, Wisconsin to Victor and Ruth (Livermore) Olker. She married Stanley J. Kuberka on June 21, 1958, in Hayward. They lived in Wittenberg, Wisconsin, for two years before making their home in Chisholm in 1960. Shirley worked as a registered nurse at St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth before devoting her time to raising her family. She was a member of St. Joseph's and... Full story
Kevin L. Locke, 65, of Duluth died from cancer on Nov. 18, 2022. The son of Fred and Anna Marie (née Lemieux) Locke, Kevin was born Aug. 15, 1957, in Cass Lake. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Denise. He graduated from Cloquet High School in 1975 and continued his education in Brainerd, where he earned an associate degree in auto parts and service management. Kevin was a lifelong learner and teacher of Ojibwe history and tradition. He earned degrees in Indigenous... Full story
John Spencer "Tony" Rogentine, 89, passed away Nov. 29, 2022, in Duluth. He was born in Cloquet on Aug. 25, 1933, to John "Toge" and Eula Rogentine. After graduating from high school in 1951, Tony served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Upon his return, he worked alongside his father at the Cloquet Liquor Store. He eventually became the owner of Curly's Bar in Duluth and then the Ace Bar in Staples, Minnesota. Tony met Elisabeth "Betty" Koch and they were married in 1959.... Full story
Mary Helen (Eves) Waller, of Carlton and Cloquet, passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 28, 2022, at the age of 89. She was born on Nov. 14, 1933, to Arthur C. and Helen (McKay) Eves and grew up in Superior. Mary is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Biese) Waller and Peggy (Dan, her favorite son-in-law) Tierney; son, Eric Waller; grandchildren Sheila Tierney, Patrick (Alison) Tierney, Linda (Ben) Weiner and Wyatt Waller; four great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Ryan; and devoted friends Vicki... Full story
Beth Marianna Terp, 71, of Cloquet passed away in her home Friday, Dec. 2, 2022. She was born May 22, 1951, in Duluth, the daughter of Edward and Beatrice (Ehrman) Johnson. Beth graduated from Cloquet High School in 1969 and was proud to be a majorette. Beth worked at Black Bear Casino and at K1 Sportswear as a quality inspector. She enjoyed listening to windchimes, camping and four-wheeling, and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beth was a member... Full story
Diane Mary Calhoun, 74, of Barnum died Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, at Essentia Health in Duluth. She was born in Duluth on Oct. 9, 1948, to Edward and Melba Stevens. Diane grew up in Barnum, graduating from Barnum High School in 1966. She attended St. Cloud Teachers College, earning her teaching degree. Diane worked for the U.S. Sen. Hubert H. Humphrey's office in Washington, D.C., and was very proud to also have worked alongside astronaut Michael Collins during her time at the capitol. She taught... Full story
Karen Ann (Hallback) Main, 79, died peacefully on Nov. 21, 2022, at St. Mary's Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by her sister Joan Morrison, brother Jeff Hallback and his wife Patti, and brother Greg Hallback and fiancée Lynn Milberger. Karen graduated from Cloquet High School in 1961, and received bachelor of arts degrees in English and history from the University of Minnesota Duluth, followed by a master of arts in history from Macalester College. After teaching history at Hopkins... Full story
Neal Edward Lahti, 60, of Cloquet passed away Nov. 14, 2022, peacefully in his home. Neal was born on Dec. 28, 1961, in Cloquet to Edward and Floretta Lahti. He worked as a custodian at many companies, and really enjoyed delivering newspapers for the Duluth News Tribune for many years. Neal was a member of Journey Christian Church. He loved football, attending parades and watching the news. Neal was very kind, compassionate and caring. Everyone he talked to enjoyed his company. He will be... Full story
Toni Ramsey, 32, of Cromwell and formerly of Pine City, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. She was born on April 25, 1990, to Terrie Roe and Jeffrey Ramsey. Toni grew up in Cloquet and graduated from Cloquet High School in 2008. During her schooling she participated in cross country. Toni had a passion for the culinary industry, and following graduation attended college at the Art Institute International in St. Paul, where she studied culinary arts. She was... Full story
Charles M. Strand, 80, of Cloquet passed away Nov. 25, 2022, in St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth with his family by his side. He was born July 14, 1942, in Cloquet to Vivian and Wilfred "Bill" Strand, and was a lifelong resident. Chuck graduated from Cloquet High School in the class of 1960. He married Sandra Anderson in 1965. Chuck enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard and retired at the rank of staff sergeant. He was a proud Gulf War veteran, serving in Saudi Arabia. Chuck worked for the... Full story
Mary H. Waller, 89, of Cloquet passed away Nov. 28, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. Memorial services are pending January 2023. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Care.... Full story
Dennis Roger Mattinen, 77, of Cloquet and formerly of Esko passed away Nov. 29, 2022, at his home. Visitation: 1-3 p.m. with a time of sharing at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4, at Nelson Funeral Care in Cloquet. A luncheon reception will follow at the Carlton VFW. Interment at a later date at the Apostolic Lutheran Cemetery in Esko. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.nelsonfuneralcare.net.... Full story
Mark Dougherty, 58, of Saginaw passed away unexpectedly at home on Nov. 18, 2022. He was born on Sept. 17, 1964, to Lowell "Tuffy" and Rosemary Dougherty. Mark graduated from AlBrook school in 1983. He was employed at Bobcat of Duluth, a job that he enjoyed and where he was able to put his skills to use. Mark was a quiet man. No one could ever anger him or make him lose his patience. He had the biggest heart and if there was something he could do to help someone, he would. Mark was truly a jack... Full story
