Kristin Suzanne Koskela
Mar 7, 2026
Kristin Suzanne Koskela, age 82, of Duluth died peacefully on March 7, 2026, at Aspirus-St. Luke's. She was born on July 16, 1943, to Veikko and Priscilla Halberg and grew up in Cherry, Minnesota. She was a 1961 graduate of Cherry High School and married her high school sweetheart Harold Koskela on December 1, 1962. They spent most of their...
Jeanette B Markes
Mar 7, 2026
Jeanette B. Markes
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanette B. Markes, a deeply beloved mother, aunt, and cherished friend whose warmth, creativity, and generosity touched the lives of many.
Jeanette shared a remarkable love story with her husband, Chris Markes. Married for 53 years, the two built a life grounded in devotion, laughter, and steadfast partnership....
Duane Charles Werner
Mar 5, 2026
Duane Charles Werner, 73, of Meadowlands, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes Thursday, March 5, 2026. Duane was born in Duluth to Thomas and Patricia (Dulinski) Werner on November 7, 1952.
He graduated from Duluth Central High School in 1971. Following graduation, with a love of aviation he joined the Minnesota Air National Guard, where he was an aircraft mechanic with...
Charles "Chuck" Lloyd Conner
Mar 4, 2026
Charles Lloyd Conner passed away on Wednesday, March 4, surrounded by his loving family at the Minnesota Silver Bay Veterans Home, after a 10-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. He leaves behind a life defined by dedication, adventure, and deep love for family and friends.
Chuck was born June 26, 1945, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He spent his early years in Mount...
Pat Larson
Mar 2, 2026
Passed away on March 2, 2026. Born in Virginia, Minnesota, to Leonard and Margaret Roskoski, she attended Marquette Catholic School, graduated from Roosevelt High School, and went on to attend Mesabi Community College.
Pat spent her entire career with the Social Security Administration, a job she was proud to do for her entire working life. She married her best friend, Jon...
Clarence James Whelan
Feb 28, 2026
Life-long proud Duluthian, Clarence James Whelan, 92, passed away February 28th, 2026. He spent his final days surrounded by his loving family sharing stories, food, shenanigans and songs.
Clarence attended Central High School, worked on the railroad and later became an electrician like his father. While working in Silver Bay, he met and later married his wife Jean (Cook) on his...
Donnalee Joanne Beaupre
Feb 28, 2026
Donnalee J. Beaupre, 82, of Duluth, passed away on Saturday February 28, 2026, in Aspirus Health, St. Luke’s Hospital. She was born in Iowa on March 2, 1943, to Vincent and Gleo Neisen. Donna’s last job was as a secretary for the St. Louis County Attorney’s Office. She was a member of the St. John’s Catholic Parish, and the Beta...
Larry Gregory Johnson
Feb 26, 2026
Larry passed away this past Thursday after a fourth battle against cancer with the strength you’d have expected. Born in Superior, the middle of five sons, he lived a quiet life in Duluth as a School Psychologist. His primary work of 38 jobs he claimed to have had starting as a caddy before switching to small engine repair. Handy as...
Elisabetta Ann Wood
Feb 24, 2026
Elisabetta Ann Wood was called home to the Lord at 20 days old on February 24, 2026.
Though her time on earth was brief, she filled her family’s lives with immeasurable joy, hope, and tenderness. From the moment she was born, Elisabetta was a beautiful gift, bringing light and grace into the world.
She was deeply loved and will forever be remembered...
Donna Rita Nelson
Feb 24, 2026
Donna Rita Nelson, 87, of Duluth, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 in Viewcrest Hospice. She was born in Duluth on Aug. 15, 1938 to Bertine and Delma Nesgoda. Donna graduated from Stanbrook Hall. Employment included work in medical records and sales. She was a friend of Bill W. for 53 years. Donna was an active member of...
Brighton Thomas Sather
Feb 19, 2026
BRIGHTON THOMAS SATHER, born into Heaven, February 19, 2026
Brighton Thomas Sather was born in the early morning hours to Benton and Kristina Sather. Brighton brought with him a lifetime of love to his Mama, Daddy, and big sister Kinsley. He will be held in our hearts until we can hold him in our arms once again. In the meantime, Brighton...
Mary B Ruhman (Smith)
Feb 18, 2026
There will be a Memorial Service held at a future date. Full obituary and detail to follow.
Dale "Hoagie" Haagenson
Feb 17, 2026
Dale “Hoagie” Haagenson, 65, Duluth, MN, passed away Tuesday, February 17th. He was born on November 29, 1960 to Robert and Rita (Hart) Haagenson in Ely, MN. He was a beloved son, brother, cousin, and uncle, as well as a loyal friend.
Dale grew up in the small town of Babbitt, in Northern Minnesota. There he developed a passion for all...
Gloria Ann Starkey
Feb 16, 2026
Passed away on February 16, 2026 at the age of 68. She was born in Cook, MN to John Wadena and Virginia Ottershaw and raised by her adoptive parents, Lianda and Frank Starkey. Gloria loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them and her many friends. She lived life to the fullest. She is preceded in death by her...
Heather R Meehan
Feb 16, 2026
Heather Rae Meehan, 62, passed away on February 16, 2026, in her home. She was a graduate of Duluth East High School and attended college in Texas before choosing to return home to work at the family business, Meehan’s GTC Auto Parts. For more than 20 years, Heather worked side-by-side with her grandfather, father, and her brother Jamie, helping them...
Dale Robert Lindberg
Feb 12, 2026
Dale Robert Lindberg, age 73 of Duluth died on February 12, 2026. He was born on February 6, 1953 in Duluth to parents, Harvey and Georgina (Hood) Lindberg. A lifelong Duluthian, Dale graduated from Morgan Park High School in 1971, earned his electricians certificate from Lake Superior College, and worked for ME Global in Gary until his retirement. Dale was...
Jean Luanne Dubell
Feb 12, 2026
Jean Luann Dubell, 85, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at Open Arms Senior Living with her family by her side. Though the last few years brought challenges following her 2017 diagnosis of Primary Progressive Aphasia, Jean's spirit remained bright. If you asked how she was doing, she would tell you every day is a good day
Jean was born...
Winona Linda Gillespie
Feb 11, 2026
Winona Linda Gillespie “Nona”, 48, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away on February 11, 2025, at 9:34 p.m., surrounded by her family in her final weeks.
She was born on October 16, 1977, in Bemidji, Minnesota, to Teresa Nelson. Winona had a love for art, music, and fashion, along with a soft spot for animals.
She carried a heart that cared deeply for...
Gary O. Tangen
Feb 8, 2026
Gary O. Tangen, 74, of Hermantown, passed away peacefully on Sunday Feb. 8, 2026, at home. He was born in Duluth on June 4, 1951, to Orland and Evelyn Tangen. Gary graduated from Duluth Central High School, La Salle University Business School, received his Bachelor of Arts from Concordia College, and became a Certified Financial Planner. He retired from US...
Helen Marie (O'Neill) Leider
Feb 8, 2026
Helen Marie (O’Neill) Leider was born on December 28, 1934, to Florence Catherine (Conlouge) and Thomas Hugh O’Neill. She was raised on her family farm in St. Thomas, Minnesota, where she attended a one-room schoolhouse and St. Anne’s Catholic School before graduating from Le Sueur High School in 1952.
Following graduation, Helen moved to Minneapolis, where she attended vocational school for...
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