Scott Spalding Tessier, of Duluth MN, passed away peacefully at his home on Dec. 24, 2025, at the young age of 64 after a hard fought and courageous battle against lung cancer. He was born in Duluth to Raymond and Patricia Tessier on Nov. 7, 1961. Scott worked for many
Bonnie Louise Melander, age 81, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025. She was born in Duluth, Minnesota on September 9, 1944 to parents, Louis & Irene (Kauppi) Sternal. She was raised in West Duluth, was a 1962 graduate of Denfeld High School, and raised her own family here. Bonnie
Larry Joe Olson, 77, of Superior, passed away unexpectedly on December 22, 2025, at his home from natural causes. He was born on June 26, 1948, in Two Harbors to Harry and Virginia (Riley) Olson. Larry grew up in Two Harbors and graduated from Two Harbors High School with the
Marie Garofalo, 100, passed peacefully in her home. She was born February 17, 1925 in Duluth to Anthony(Tony) and Helen Garofalo. Marie grew up in Gary-New Duluth and was a life-long member of St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church. Marie attended Stowe School and was a 1943 graduate of Morgan
Steven John Kuehn, age 72, of Knife River died on December 19, 2025 surrounded by an army of loved ones. He was born in Duluth, MN on January 22, 1953 to loving parents, Howard and Marjorie (Kymala) Kuehn. Growing up, Steve enjoyed running cross country, biking, basketball, and of course,
Tim MacDonald, 68, of Duluth – lifelong resident of Lakewood, died peacefully in his home on December 15, 2015. Tim married Sharon (Jones), who he loved endlessly, on July 7th, 1979. Together, they raised two beautiful daughters, Jessica (Bob) and Mandi. Tim and Sharon just moved to their dream home on
Dennis Dale Comfort, 73, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, in Duluth, Minnesota, the city where he was born on December 2, 1952. Known to many as Denny, he lived a life filled with rhythm, love, and unwavering loyalty. A proud Duluth native, Denny’s journey began and ended
Thomas Johnson, age 76, a proud United States Marine Corps veteran and devoted family man, passed away on December 10th surrounded by loved ones. Born in Aitkin, MN, he answered the call to serve his country at the age of 19, serving honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps during
Melanie Susan Ringstad, 64, of Duluth, MN, passed away peacefully, with her sister and brother at her side, on December 8, 2025, at Heritage Haven. She was born on July 18, 1961, child of Robert and Carol Ringstad. Melanie grew up in the Lincoln Park and Piedmont neighborhoods, graduated from
Nayda Voss, 60, of Pike Lake, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday December 5, 2025. She was born in Oklahoma City, OK on October 11, 1965, to Verdaine and Bernita Holsteen Richter. Nayda graduated from LSU; she had been working at Pike Lake Dental as an insurance coordinator. She
Carol Jean Corser, 67, of Duluth, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 in Essentia-St. Mary’s Hospital. Carol was born on July 29, 1958 in Duluth to Marshall and Edna (Erickson) Corser. She was a 1978 graduate of Hermantown High School and worked for Garon Knitting Mills in her younger
Dale Clauson lived his life independently and thrived on attending social activities. Dale was incredibly generous and caring. Maintaining relationships and supporting his friends and loved ones were always his top priority. Dale Arnold Clauson, 80, passed away on December 1, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota.
Robert James Norstrom passed away on November 25, 2025 at Mount Royal Pines in Duluth, Minnesota. He worked for the DM & IR Railroad and was a member of the Minnesota National Guard. He was photographed in uniform with JFK. He was a master gardener and an accomplished figure skater.
Susan “Suzie” Margaret Cavallin Stokes of Esko, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born April 4, 1946, in Two Harbors to Swaney Carl Benjamin and Margaret Eleanor Driscoll Cavallin. A graduate of Two Harbors High School Class
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