All Obituaries

James Alan “Jim” Rectenwald of Duluth MN, passed away on April 8, 2020 with his family by his side. Jim was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on January 1, 1933 to Catherine (Staub) and Jacob Alphonse Rectenwald. He was proceeded in death by his parents, and sister Norma Piel. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Helen (Becker), children David (Nancy), Daniel (Lynne) and Thomas (Wendy) as well as 8 grandchildren, Hayley (Brian) Rasmussen, Nicholas, Joseph, Erich,...

Clifford H. Solem, 85 of Duluth, died Sunday, April 5, 2020 in his home. Cliff was born Jan. 30, 1935 in Duluth to Henry and Astrid Solem.  He was a farmer, truck driver in the mines, mechanic, inventor, fabricator and owner of Cliff Solem and Son’s.  He married Mary Lou Abrahamson on December 1, 1956.  He was a member of St. Joseph’s Church in Gnesen; family and working were his passion.  He also enjoyed dancing, boating, water skiing, snowmobiling, fishing;...

On Thursday, April 2, 2020, Richard “Rich” J. Hogan, retired Chiropractor, went peacefully to be with his heavenly Father surrounded by his loving family.  Rich was born March 10, 1930 in Duluth to Robert and Viola Hogan.  He graduated from Superior Cathedral, attended UWS and graduated from the Logan Chiropractic College in St. Louis, MO.  He met the love of his life, Isabelle Lugoski and they were married on Nov. 29, 1952.  Rich had chiropractic clinics in...

Clair O. Nelsen died peacefully at home with his family by his side, on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at the age of 84.  Clair was born on September 2, 1935 to the late Melvin and Hazel Nelsen. He graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1953, and then attended Barber School in St. Paul, MN. After moving to Duluth, he owned and operated the Barber Shop in the Medical Arts Building. In 1957, he went to work for Royal Alworth Jr. to manage the Duluth Polo Club until his retirement in 1998 He...

Michael Anthony Annoni, 60, of Alborn, MN went home to God, March 30th, 2020.  He was born February 10th, 1960 in Duluth, MN to Florence and Anthony “Tony” Annoni.  He graduated from Cathedral Highschool in 1978.  Mike was known to friends and family as “the guy who was always there”.  He loved his family and friends dearly.  As a loving and devoted husband, and a father of 4 girls, Mike lived his life according to his humble principles...

Richard A. Shaw, Sr., 84, of Duluth, died Sunday, March 29, 2020 at the Benedictine Living Community.  Memorial Services will be held at a later to be announced.  Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home, Duluth, 218-727-3555.

  Dakotah Krystelle Marks, 27, of Duluth died Sunday, March 29, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital.  Private services will be held.  Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home, Duluth, 218-727-3555.

  Louise Mary Becker, 91, of Duluth, died Friday, March 27, 2020 at Solvay Hospice House.  Memorial services will be held in the summer, 2020.  Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home, Duluth, 218-727-3555.

Terry Allen Stromdahl, 75, of Duluth, passed away on March 25th at St Mary's Hospital after a 25 year struggle with a rare and painful neuro- muscular condition.  He was born in Duluth on March 21, 1945 to Edward and Betty Stromdahl.  Terry graduated from Duluth East High School. After graduating he went to work at the US Steel plant while attending Duluth Vocational Technical school in the carpentry program. Terry married his sweetheart, Mary, on October 22, 1966. They...

Lorraine E. DeRoche, 90 of Duluth, died Tuesday, March 24th at Essentia St. Mary’s with her family by her side.  Lorraine was born in Duluth to Esdras and Victoria Tessier.  She graduated from St. Jean’s School, where she met her future husband, Bob DeRoche, in sixth grade and they were married on Feb. 18, 1950.  She was an active member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary; the Adoration Chapel at St. Mary Star of the Sea; member of the French Club;...