Paula Janeen Langlee
Mar 25, 2026
Passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2026 at the age of 58. She was born in Duluth, MN to parents, Paul and Gloria Lyons. Paula was a CNA after graduating top of her class. She loved traveling and especially enjoyed the holiday season and making Christmas ornaments. Paula was a caring and generous person and she appreciated the...
Brenda Jean Jeka
Feb 13, 2026
Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Brenda Jean Jeka, passed away at home with her family by her side on the 13th of February 2026 at the age of 71.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children: Amber (David Thao) Jeka and Michael (Emily) Jeka; grandchildren: Emmanual, Israel, and Juniper; brother, David Roberts; sister, Linda Stone; as well...
Michael Robert Rushton
Apr 1, 2026
Michael Robert Rushton who preferred to be known as Mike, passed away on April 1 2026. He was 83 years old.
Mike was a kind, gentle and loyal son, brother, cousin, uncle and friend and generous to a fault. Throughout his life he supported numerous Catholic charities and missionary projects around the world. Mike loved hiking, canoeing and fishing in the...
Dr. William "Bill" George Merrick
Jan 26, 2026
Dr. William G. “Bill” Merrick, 93, of Duluth, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Mount Royal Pines III Assisted Living. He was born on March 26, 1932, to Fred and Jessie Merrick in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
After earning his Bachelor of Science and M.D. degrees from the University of Manitoba, Bill married Joyce Farmer on June 14, 1958, while...
Dawn Rae Kregness
Mar 26, 2026
Dawn passed away March 26, 2026 at home following a lengthy, courageous, battle with ALS. Dawn was born January 20, 1953 in Duluth to Haddon and Edna Dynesius. Dawn married her husband Michael in 1974 and they had 52 years of adventures together supporting their boys Corey, Adrian (Heather), Brian ( Kelly), family, friends and many, many quilt shops.
Dawn’s professional...
Peter "Pete" MacLeod Clure
Mar 28, 2026
Peter MacLeod Clure, 59, of Duluth, passed away on Saturday, March 28, with his family by his side.
He graduated from Duluth East High School and earned a degree in Political Science from the University of Minnesota Duluth.
Pete was nationally recognized as an icon in beer memorabilia, with a focus on historic Duluth breweries. He co-authored Naturally Brewed, Naturally Better and...
Joseph Pillsbury
Dec 28, 2025
Our son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, Joseph Todd Pillsbury, died on December 28, 2025. He leaves us grieving a life cut short by cancer, but grateful that only a few days lapsed between his diagnosis and his passing. We are constantly reminding each other that Joe is among the lucky few who get to live their dream.
Joe was born...
Rita Marie Herald
Jan 10, 2026
Rita Marie Herald, age 93, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on January 10, 2026, in Duluth, Minnesota. She was born June 3, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, and moved at a young age with her parents to Duluth, where she was raised and made her lifelong home.
Rita attended Sacred Heart School and later Cathedral High School. She...
Gloria Toivola
Mar 29, 2026
Gloria Toivola, born to Toivo and Irene Toivola, passed away peacefully on the morning of March 29, 2026. She was a beloved Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Superior (UWS). Beyond her distinguished career, Gloria was a devoted wife and mother, a fierce friend, and a revolutionary soul who turned her classrooms into spaces of true belonging....
Marilyn Minter
Mar 27, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and soon to be great grandmother Marilyn Minter, 83, of Duluth, who passed away on March 27th, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was a woman defined by kindness, generosity, and a deep commitment to caring for others.
After retiring as an LPN...
Adele R. Unzen
Mar 23, 2026
Adele R. Unzen age 92 of Duluth died on March 23, 2026. She was born in Ironwood, Michigan on September 4, 1933 to parents, John and Johanna (Janta) Roszak. Adele had to grow up early after the death of her father. At the age of 11 she worked 3 jobs to help support the family. The hardships she faced in...
Andrew L. Larrivy
Mar 19, 2026
Andrew (Andy) L. Larrivy, 36 of Duluth, died peacefully Thursday, March 19th in his childhood home. Andy was born March 3rd, 1990 in Duluth to Nancy and Terry Larrivy.
Andy graduated from Denfeld High School where he played on the varsity soccer team. Andy earned an Associates Degree in Communications from Lake Superior College and attended the University of Wisconsin Superior....
David Jeffrey Rutford
Mar 18, 2026
David J. Rutford, age 67, of Duluth, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on March 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of adventure, generosity, and deep, unwavering love for his family.
Born on October 17, 1958, to David C. and Faith (Whitfield) Rutford, Dave grew up in Duluth, surrounded by the woods and waters that would shape his earliest adventures. One cherished...
Patrick "Pat" D. Needham
Mar 18, 2026
Patrick “Pat” D. Needham, 66, of Duluth, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday March 18, 2026, at Aspirus Health, St. Luke’s Hospital with his sister and son by his side.
He was born in Duluth on May 4, 1959, to Lawrence and Nancy Needham.
Happiest when he was outdoors, Pat loved riding his Harley Davidson, camping and fishing with friends and family, hunting...
Lillian L Campbell
Mar 16, 2026
Lillian was a proud Leech Lake descendant who walked in the ways of the Ojibwe, carrying her culture with strength and love. She was a water protector at Camp Migizi and found connection through hand drumming, song, and community. She especially admired the hand drumming of her close friend Timmy Morgan and held great respect for the group Cedar Creek...
Anita Quick Pollock
Mar 14, 2026
Anita Quick Pollock, age 98, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026 at the Benedictine Health Center.
She was born Aug. 4, 1927 to Harry and Isabel Quick in Fargo, ND, where she lived until her graduation from North Dakota State University in 1949. She came to Duluth, MN, as a paint formulation and testing chemist for Western Paint and Varnish,...
Gloria Jean Thompson
Mar 12, 2026
Gloria Jean Thompson, 78, of Duluth, MN, loving wife and devoted mother and grandmother passed away on March 12, 2026. Gloria was born on November 20, 1947 in Seattle, WA to Philip and Jean Richards.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Rodger Richards. Survived by her husband of 59 years, Ellis; children, Cheri (Dan) Stine, Christy (Jim)...
Chris Charles Boerner
Mar 12, 2026
Chris Charles Boerner, age 74 of Duluth died on March 12, 2026. He was born in Marshall, MN on February 1, 1952 to parents, Donald and Gwendolyn (Long) Boerner. Upon his graduation from New Ulm High School, Chris joined the United States Army, proudly serving his country for 4 years as military police stationed in Germany. At the conclusion of...
Mary Janet Lee
Mar 12, 2026
Mary Janet Lee, age 96, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026. A lifelong Duluth resident, Mary Janet was born on 02/02/1930 to Lillian and Mert Sullivan. After graduating from Denfeld High School she worked for the Welfare Department. She married Olav Lee in 1954 and became a devoted homemaker. Beginning in 1980, she worked for many years as the...
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