Obituaries

John F. Parlin

John F. Parlin

Nov 7, 2023

Passed away on November 7, 2023 at the age of 65. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Jacqueline; and siblings, Robert and Roseanne. He is survived by his wife, Colleen; children, Sarah (Justin) Petite, Chad (Zenia) Parlin and Megan (Nate) Summers; grandchildren, Levi, Zamara, and Zadreich; his brother, Ken; and many nieces, nephews and other family...

Delores Jean Paglusch

Delores Jean Paglusch

Nov 6, 2023

 

Delores Jean Paglusch, 85, of Duluth, passed away on Monday November 6, 2023, at Heritage Haven.  She was born in Duluth on March 18, 1938, to Frank and Viola Markus.  Delores was a member of the Red Hat Society, she enjoyed watching television, cooking, shopping, gardening, painting, and she loved flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents...

Pamela Joy Fouts

Pamela Joy Fouts

Nov 5, 2023

Pamela Joy Fouts, 65 of Duluth, MN unexpectedly passed away November 05, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital. Joy is survived by her mother, Esther Kirsch; brother, Jeff Kirsch; sister, Kirstin Hedger (Greg); her son, Jeffrey (Tara) and nieces and nephew. A Service will be held at 11:00am on Friday, December 15, 2023 at St. Benedicts Church, 1419 St. Benedict Street,...

Walter Berthold Fischer

Walter Berthold Fischer

Nov 5, 2023

Walter Fischer (80) of Duluth died November 5, 2023 at home in Duluth, Minnesota. He was born May 2, 1943 to Charles and Olga (Jarosz) Fischer in Park Falls Wisconsin.   Walt grew up in Butternut Wisconsin. He received numerous degrees from the University of Wisconsin Superior. July 9th 1966 he married Corita “Corey” Schwingle Fischer. Together they had three children....

John William Almquist

John William Almquist

Nov 5, 2023

John William Almquist, 71 passed away on Sunday November 5th, 2023 surrounded by family. John was born to Harrison and Elaine Almquist on November 13, 1951 in Duluth, MN. He attended East High School in Duluth, MN and graduated in 1969.   John was a partner in the A & P Siding and Remodeling business with Dennis Perrault for over...

Mary Ellen Davis

Mary Ellen Davis

Nov 4, 2023

 

Mary Ellen Davis, 81, formerly of Columbia Station, OH, passed away on Saturday November 4, 2023. She resided at Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living.  She was born in Cleveland, OH on January 23, 1942, to Ralph and Gertrude Daley.  Mary Ellen had a long and distinguished career in laboratory medical technology with an emphasis on blood banking and apheresis....

Levi Arnold Vraa

Levi Arnold Vraa

Nov 1, 2023

Baby Levi Arnold Vraa, infant son of Jack and Jessica Vraa, was born with wings on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023, at 2:47am, weighing 3lbs 14.2 oz., and 16.25 inches tall at St. Luke’s Hospital, Duluth MN.

Little Levi will be remembered by his parents, Jack and Jessica (Harmston)Vraa; his siblings, Layla and Lucas Vraa; grandparents Ken and Brenda Harmston, and...

Arlene Marie Olson (Koppang)

Arlene Marie Olson (Koppang)

Oct 30, 2023

Age 91 of Duluth passed away peacefully at home on October 30, 2023, with family by her side.

 

Arlene was born on November 11, 1931 in Bemidji, MN to Carl and Edna Koppang. She was the first of two children; sister Marlyce was born 5 years later. She attended Bemidji High School, graduating in 1949. On January 5, 1951...

Philip Linner Eckman

Philip Linner Eckman

Oct 29, 2023

 

Phil Eckman, age 90 of Duluth, MN died exactly as he hoped, with his wife Julie, children Phil and Brita by his side at the place he loved most, his home known dearly as “the Cabin in the Woods”. Phil lived life to the fullest and touched the lives of many through his caring and friendly presence. Although he...

Dennis Lawrence Kehoe

Dennis Lawrence Kehoe

Oct 28, 2023

Dennis Lawrence Kehoe, age 72 of Duluth died on October 28, 2023 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul. He was born in Duluth, MN on February 2, 1951 to parents, George & Elvira (Niemi) Kehoe. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Sharon Shykes, James Kehoe, Margaret “Peggy” Hermanson, Kathleen Kehoe, and Joan Ide. He is survived by...

Carl Roger Nelson

Carl Roger Nelson

Oct 28, 2023

Age 70 of Proctor, Carly to his family and friends, and one of God’s special children, was called home on the 28th of October at his residence in Proctor; surrounded by his good friends and the caring staff of Duluth Regional Care Center.  Carl was born in Duluth, Minnesota on the 20th of April, 1953 to Carl H. Nelson of...

Anna Mae Balcom

Anna Mae Balcom

Oct 27, 2023

Anna, age 93, passed away on October 27, 2023 in Duluth. She was born January 16, 1930 to parents Joseph and Anna (Mordish) Jelich in Marenisco, MI. Anna worked as a telephone operator, waitress, was owner and operator of Vera’s Restaurant in Woodland, and finished her working career in the Duluth Schools Food Service. Along the way she made many...

Martin Murdoch MacLean

Martin Murdoch MacLean

Oct 23, 2023

Martin Murdoch MacLean Jr, of Duluth, died peacefully at home on October 23rd, 2023, after a long battle with cancer with his wife, Lesley, by his side.

Marty was born in Duluth on November 11th, 1946, and grew up on the shores of Lake Superior.  He graduated from both Duluth East High School and UMD before embarking on a career...

David Stanley Boe

David Stanley Boe

Oct 23, 2023

David Stanley Boe, 58, passed away into God’s care on October 23rd, 2023, surrounded by loved one’s in the ICU at St. Luke’s Hospital. David was born to Herbert R. “Russell” Boe and Norma Janke Boe in Miles City, Montana on October 25th, 1964. David’s early years were spent in Broadus, Montana until the family moved to Duluth, Minnesota. David...

Evelyn A. Windus

Evelyn A. Windus

Oct 23, 2023

 

Evelyn Agnes (Evie) Windus, 84 of Duluth passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023, in St. Luke’s Hospital.  She was born on January 1, 1939, to Jerome and Elizabeth Bieniek (Hadrich).  Evie graduated from Cathedral High School where she met her husband Ted Windus Sr.  They were married on August 30, 1958, in Duluth and together raised a family...

Baby Flynn Dominick Adams Leno

Baby Flynn Dominick Adams Leno

Oct 21, 2023

 

Baby Flynn Dominick Adams Leno was born and sent to heaven on October 21st 2023. Although he never took a breath in this life he was conceived in love and celebrated. Although we never will know who he could have been, we will carry him in our hearts forever. The joy at wondering who he’d grow into only makes...

Elizabeth Mary Abdo

Elizabeth Mary Abdo

Oct 19, 2023

 

Elizabeth M. Abdo, 83, of Duluth, passed away on Thursday October 19, 2023, in her home.  She was born in Duluth to Edmond and Genevieve Stephens.  Elizabeth had worked at Maurices in sales as well as helping Santa at the Miller Hill Mall during the holidays.  She was a member of St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church. ...

Daniel John Krautbauer

Daniel John Krautbauer

Oct 18, 2023

Daniel John Krautbauer, 37, of Duluth, Minn. passed away on October 18th, 2023, at Sarah Cannon Cancer Center in Nashville, Tenn. after bravely battling Pancreatic Cancer for over 3 years. Dan was born in Duluth, Minn. on January 28th, 1986, and grew up in the Lakeside neighborhood. Growing up he attended Lester Park and Ordean schools and was involved in...

Edward Bruce Shanblott

Edward Bruce Shanblott

Oct 18, 2023

Edward Bruce Shanblott of Duluth, died Wednesday, October 18, 2023 in St. Luke's Hospital after a lengthy battle with kidney disease. He was born in Duluth on August 21, 1949 and graduated from Duluth Central High School in 1968. Ed was employed by Home Beautifier Company Incorporated from 1971 until his retirement. Throughout his life Ed was a member of...

Archie Robinson Jr.

Archie Robinson Jr.

Oct 18, 2023

 

Archie Robinson Jr. “Be-Sheez” passed away on October 18, 2023 in Duluth, MN. He was born in Cass Lake, MN on June 25, 1959 to parents, Archie Sr. & Loretta (Tuttle). He was a lover of music, family, and friends. Archie had an appreciation for the simple things in life. Constantly exploring his surroundings, he loved spending time in...