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Jamie K.DeRusha, 65, of Cloquet passed away after a brief battle with her third cancer. She was born June 21, 1958, to Dorothy and Michael Derusha, and graduated from Cloquet High School in 1976. Jamie worked at the Sawyer Store, several liquor stores and Goodwill. She was a very hard-worker who truly enjoyed working with customers — who adored her — and loved spending time visiting family and friends. Anytime you went somewhere with her, you knew she would know at least one person there and... Full story
Josephine “Josie” G. Prevost, age 94, of Cloquet, Minnesota passed away peacefully in the presence of loved ones on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Essentia Health – St. Mary’s Campus in Duluth. She was born on April 3, 1930, to Norbert and Hattie (VerBetan) Behl in Detroit, Michigan. During her early years, Josie moved with her family to the Cloquet Area and resided there for the duration of her life. She attended Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School and later graduated from Proctor High School.... Full story
Donald Louis Robnik of Cloquet, known to his friends and family as Donny, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, June 23, 2024, at age 58. He was born in Duluth, Minnesota, May 13, 1966, to Dennis and MaryAnn (Hill) Robnik. Donny graduated from Duluth Cathedral High School in 1984, where he was a gifted artist. Donny wore many professional hats in his life. A jack of all trades, he started out working for his family's towing business in Rochester, Minnesota. He then moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma, and... Full story
Thomas Emanuel Erickson Sr., 78, formerly of Duluth, passed away from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on June 4, 2016, in Chester, Illinois. Services were held at Wilson Funeral Homes in Steelville, Illinois after cremation in 2016. Thomas was brought home to Duluth by his daughter, Tammy, and laid to rest June 5 during a family gathering in the veterans section at Sunrise Memorial Park Cemetery and Cremation Gardens in Hermantown. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Emmanuel... Full story
Edward “Skip” Philip Pelerin Jr. died June 6, 2024, in his wife’s arms at his home in Cloquet. He was 88. Skip was born on April 14, 1936, to Edward Philip Pelerin Sr. and Cecelia Catherine (Douglas) Pelerin on the White Earth Reservation. He graduated from Cloquet High School and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving four years as an airborne radio operator in the Korean War. Following his service, he met Mary Jo Gooler, and they were married May 14, 1960, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church... Full story
Edward "Skip" Philip Pelerin Jr. was born on April 14, 1936, to Edward Philip Pelerin Sr. and Cecelia Catherine (Douglas) Pelerin on the White Earth Reservation. Skip graduated from Cloquet High School and enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served his country for four years as a radio airborne operator in the Korean War. Following his service, he met Mary Jo Gooler, and they were united in marriage on May 14, 1960, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Duluth, Minnesota. Skip and Mary Jo... Full story
Ellen Lorraine Lane, 91, of Cloquet, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024 at her home. Ellen was born on October 27, 1932 to Anthony and Anna Vafias in Perch Lake Township, near Carlton, MN. She was married to LeRoy Lane. Ellen was the owner of Cloquet Transit and LCS Coaches for many years. She attended Cloquet Gospel Tabernacle, Journey Christian Church and was in the Red Hat Society. She was preceded in death by her husband LeRoy J.E. Lane. "I want you to know that there is... Full story
Elvie Marie Latvala, 91, of Cromwell passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. She was born at home on September 21, 1932, to Carl and Alvina Maijala of Tamarack, Minnesota. Elvie attended the Patrick School in Clark township (a.k.a. the Red Brick School) and McGregor High School. She married Lauri Latvala on March 31, 1949, and was a traditional homemaker for a number of years. She graduated from the American School of Correspondence in 1962 and from the University of Wisconsin,... Full story
RC JP Mary Jane Diver, 73, of Cloquet passed away on June 6, 2024, at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth. She was born on July 5, 1950, to George and Emma (Reed) Diver. Mary Jane gained a second family with the staff and other residents at Pine Ridge Homes, where she resided for many years. She was always up for an adventure and loved to observe the goings-on of those around her. Mary often spent time beading bracelets and other items and loved to barter her work for her f... Full story
Darlene A. Mattinen, 80, of Goodland, Minnesota, passed away June 2, 2024, surrounded by family at St. Luke's Medical Center in Duluth. Darlene was born in 1944 to LeRoy and Isabel Erickson in Shafter, California. She grew up in the Cloquet area, graduating from Cloquet High School. After high school, Darlene became a licensed practical nurse. She met the love of her life, Tom, through their parents, and the pair was married on Aug. 31, 1963. Darlene worked as an LPN in various places,... Full story
Jan Prevost, 81, of Cloquet passed away peacefully June 6, 2024, after battling pancreatic cancer. She was born Sept. 25, 1942, to John and Dorothy (Shovein) Lightfoot in Cloquet. She married Thomas Prevost on Sept. 26, 1964. Throughout the years, Jan worked for First National Bank, North American Cable Company, Schafter’s Jewelry and Johnson Company. She also served as a guardian ad litem, on the board of directors for the Pine Ridge care center, and was a member of the Red Hat Society. In h... Full story
Russell Schmidt died May 25, 2024, at VitaCare Living in Proctor. Russell was born June 24, 1939, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. He is survived by his wife, Diane; son, Nathan (Kerryn); stepchildren, Julie Toland (Randy) and Mark Tusler (Melanie); brother-in-law, Richard Nordean (Lois); sister-in-law, Elaine Schmidt; brother Bill; grandchildren, Jordan Toland, Jerad Toland, Taylor Schmidt, Zoe Schmidt, Alissa Kiefer, Jack Kiefer, Maddy Tusler, Marissa Tusler and Bennett Tusler; great-grandchildren, Lennix Toland, Aziley Toland, Rylen Toland,... Full story
Lois Grace Lennartson of Midway Township went to her heavenly home Saturday, June 1, 2024. Lois was born June 3, 1927. She died just two days before her 97th birthday. Lois was the daughter of George and Hedwig Thorburg. She was one of four daughters, with Lindus being her identical twin. Lois married Elmer Lennartson on July 30, 1949. She and her husband had three sons, Paul, David and Mark. Lois was a 1945 graduate of Proctor High School. Lois and her identical twin Lindus were cheerleaders... Full story
Darlene R. MacMillan, 77, of Carlton passed away May 26, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth. She was born June 10, 1946, the daughter of Charlie and Myrtle (Moe) Olesiak, and grew up on the family farm in Sawyer, Minnesota. Darlene graduated from Carlton High School, and married Danny MacMillan in 1965. They raised three children on the farm in Atkinson, and she also worked as a nurse's aide in Cloquet until retiring. Darlene was devoted to caring for others, always willing to help family... Full story
Chad Richard Timonen, 43, of Apple Valley, Minnesota, passed away at Fairview Ridges Hospital on March 28, 2024, with his family by his side. Chad was born June 14, 1980, at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, and was raised in Beaver Township. He graduated from Moose Lake High School in 1998. Chad worked in various industries, including farming, the railroad, truck driving, logging, over-the-road heavy haul, driving tow trucks and, most recently, for Castle Rock Contracting &... Full story
Benjamin R. McLain, 38, of Superior, Wisconsin, died unexpectedly on May 29, 2024. Ben was born June 19, 1985, in Cloquet to Dee (Blunt) and Brian McLain. He was employed at various places over the years and always liked to keep busy. Ben was a jack of all trades and master of none. He loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing with his family and friends; ice fishing was his favorite, and he always drilled more holes than necessary. Ben loved to cut wood and would often supply family neighbors... Full story
Charles Edward Williams, 73, of Duluth passed away on May 3, 2024, at Hilltop Healthcare Center. He was born Jan. 9, 1951, in Duluth, the son of Edward and Hazel (Schultz) Williams. Charles graduated from Cloquet High and served in the U.S. Air Force. He worked as a cab driver for Yellow Cab in Duluth for many years. Visitation: 12 p.m. until the 1 p.m. memorial service Wednesday, June 12 at Nelson Funeral Care in Cloquet. Inurnment service will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery. Pine Knot... Full story
Warren E. "Andy" Anderson, 88, of Cloquet passed away June 4, 2024, at his home. He was born May 9, 1936, in McGregor, Minnesota, the son of Elmer and Mary (Meacham) Anderson. Andy graduated from Cloquet High School in 1954 and from the University of Minnesota Duluth in 1958. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Cloquet and enjoyed woodworking, fishing and traveling. Andy was preceded in death by a daughter, Annette, and a granddaughter, Amanda. He is survived by his wife, Sandra... Full story
Gertrude Miriam (Kerttu) Erickson passed away April 23, 2024, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. Visitation: 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. memorial service Monday, June 10 at Journey Christian Church in Cloquet. A luncheon will follow. Livestream: www.youtube.com/live/jcN8z3q1Ypk.... Full story
Carol Lou Sedor, 90, of Cloquet passed away May 22, 2024. She was born Aug. 7, 1933, to Oscar and Elaine (Anderson) Berg. Carol graduated from Cloquet High School. She was married to Donald Sedor on Aug. 3, 1957, and they were blessed with four children. Carol was a true caregiver to her family, always working hard to provide for them and make sure their needs were the priority. Throughout her life, she was so grateful to see her family grow, and treasured the opportunity to spend time with her... Full story
Caroline Ruth Elmer, 85, of Cloquet passed away May 16, 2024, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton, with her daughter Denise by her side. Caroline was born July 16, 1938, the daughter of Eino and Jennie Paarni. She was raised in Cloquet along with her two siblings. Caroline owned her own beauty shop in Cloquet and retired after managing an apartment complex in Brainerd. During her lifetime she enjoyed downhill skiing, social time with friends, furniture refurbishing and knitting clothes for... Full story
George Louis Henschel, 85, passed away Jan. 15, 2024, at his home in Gilbert, Minnesota. He was born to George and Lottie (Gallup) Henschel on Feb. 11, 1939, in Duluth. George loved life, his family and his canine family members. He loved old cars, motorcycles, snowmobiles, boats, camping and trailering with his RV and fifth wheels to Texas, Arizona and Nevada. He wanted to see many places and to experience many new adventures throughout his life. You could see George throughout the years in... Full story
Maurice Fred Bandle, 96, lifelong resident of Wrenshall, passed away on May 28, 2024, at his home. He was born on Dec. 20, 1927, to Fred and Laura (Matten) Bandle. He graduated from high school in 1947. During his school years he was employed with the Great Northern Railroad, and he went on to work at Potlatch in Cloquet for over 40 years before retiring. Maurice was united in marriage to Luella Ruhnke on Sept. 2, 1950, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Wrenshall, where he was a member until its... Full story
Chad Richard Timonen, 43, of Apple Valley, Minnesota, passed away at Fairview Ridges Hospital on March 28, 2024, with his family by his side. Chad was born June 14, 1980, at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, and was raised in Beaver Township. He graduated from Moose Lake High School in 1998. Chad worked in various industries, including farming, the railroad, truck driving, logging, over-the-road heavy haul, driving tow trucks and, most recently, for Castle Rock Contracting and... Full story
Benjamin R. McLain, 38, of Superior, Wisconsin, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Ben was born June 19, 1985, in Cloquet, Minnesota to Dee (Blunt) and Brian McLain. He was employed at various places over the years and always liked to keep busy. Ben was a jack of all trades and master of none. He loved the outdoors hunting and fishing with his family and friends, ice fishing was his favorite, and always drilled more holes than necessary. Ben loved to cut wood and would often supply... Full story
