Obituaries

May 22, 2025

James A Lahti (Jim, Jimmy), age 83, passed away on May 22, 2025, after a short stay at the Waterview Pines in Virginia under the care of Essentia St. Mary's Hospice.

Jim was born in Ely on March 31, 1942, to Arne and Clara (Sandnas) Lahti. As a child, his family lived in Orr, Cook...

May 20, 2025

Marjorie Lynn Wallin, age 66, lost her battle with cancer on May 20th, 2025 in Tower MN. Margie was born in Virginia on January 2, 1957 to Raymond and Lorraine (Skarp) Wallin.  Margie was a 1977 graduate of Virginia High School.  She attended the University of Minnesota Duluth.  Margie enjoyed spending time at Lake Vermilion and going...

May 16, 2025

David "Davy" Paul High, Jr., age 57, of Hibbing passed away peacefully, called by the Lord, on May 16, 2025, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in 1967 in Springfield, IL, the son of David and Dorthea High before moving to Cherry in 1982 and finally to Hibbing in 2008.  Davy...

May 15, 2025

Jared Lee Hancock, cherished as a son, father, brother, uncle, and friend, left a significant impact on everyone he encountered. He passed away on May 15, 2025, in Fayal Township, MN, leaving behind treasured memories of his infectious laughter and adventurous spirit.

Born on August 29, 1978, in Virginia, MN, Jared was the son of...

May 13, 2025

Paul Jay Roy, age 65, lifelong resident of Soudan died of cancer on May 13, 2025 at home, with his family by his side. Paul was born October 4, 1959 in Soudan, the son of Jay and Donna (Causin) Roy and was a graduate of Tower-Soudan High School. He married Lynn "Toody" Meehan on June 4, 1984. He started...

May 12, 2025

Harlan Edward Broten, age 92, of Tower died Monday, May 12, 2025, while working at the job he loved.  He was born October 11, 1932, in Fox, MN, the son of Henry and Edna (Fugelberg) Broten.  He was a 1952 graduate of Roseau High School where he played both hockey and football – earning athletic scholarships to...

May 6, 2025

Theresa JoAnn Burandt, age 75. Of Ely and formerly of Prior Lake, Minneapolis, and Bemidji, MN, died peacefully Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her home in Ely with family at her side.  She was born November 19, 1949, in Minneapolis, MN, the daughter of John and Joanne (Rogers) Elms.  She was a graduate of Minneapolis South High...

May 3, 2025

Adam Burgess, 41, passed away on May 3, 2025, from complications of CKD and Type 1 diabetes. Born on May 21, 1983, Adam was known for his strong work ethic, creative spirit, and his constant drive to stay busy with a project. Adam had a passion for building and fixing things- whether it was woodworking, home remodeling,...

May 3, 2025

Marie Louise Zavodnik, age 79, longtime resident of Soudan, MN, died Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Boundary Waters Care Center in Ely.  She was born March 11, 1946, in Gilbert, MN, the daughter of Tony and Mary (Vesel) Zavodnik.  She was a graduate of Tower-Soudan High School.

Marie worked as a housekeeper at the...

Apr 27, 2025

Warren Ben Kregness, age 95 of Superior Wisconsin, died on Sunday April 27, 2025, at Aspires Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota. He was born on February 9, 1930, in Duluth Minnesota to Ben and Thora (Larsen) Kregness.  Warren graduated from Hermantown High School in 1948. Warren proudly served in the United States Marines from 1948 to 1951. He fought in...

Apr 20, 2025

Norma Grulke, age 99, lifelong resident of Virginia, died on April 20, 2025.  She was born August 19, 1925, the daughter of George and Ethel (Prout) Wasson in Eveleth, MN.  She attended school in Virginia and married Kenneth Grulke on May 24, 1952.

Norma was employed by Franklin Creamery and Troy Laundry and was co-owner of the...

Apr 18, 2025

Michael Damon Peterson, age 90, of Gilbert passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18th, 2025. Ever the storyteller, Mike loved to talk and impart his wisdom (or the occasional off-color anecdote) on anyone who would listen. He will be remembered for his love of lists (specifically on Post-its), a brandy stinger on the rocks, and spending time...

Apr 16, 2025

Shirley Jean Jarvela, 89, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, with family by her side, at Spirit of Home in Hibbing. Shirley was born on November 29, 1935, in Eveleth MN, the daughter of Arthur August and Tyne Marie (Lehto) Raihala.

Shirley lived in Gilbert, Aurora, and Indiana in her childhood before moving to...

Apr 13, 2025

Robert Dana Reed, age 99, of Virginia, MN was called home by his Heavenly Father on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Chisholm, MN.  He was born on March 3, 1926, in Virginia, MN, the son of Robert and Rose (Sarkela) Reed. He was united in marriage to Ruth Luhta on November 16, 1946.

Robert was...

Apr 5, 2025

Virginia Mae Ukkola Tuura, 96, died peacefully at home on April 5, 2025. She was born in Suminen's Sauna, Maple, Wisconsin on February 25, 1929, to William and Lillian Ukkola.

She was united in marriage to Bernard Tuura on June 28, 1947. They raised seven amazing children and there were many more that considered them...

Apr 5, 2025

Armand Rafferty, age 87, of Frederic, WI formerly of Mt.Iron, MN died Saturday April 5, 2025, at Traditions of Frederic.

Armand was born on December 29,1937 to Evelyn Jenkauski in Bemidji,MN. He was later adopted by Boyce Rafferty and raised in Wilton, MN. He proudly served the United States Navy from 1956 - 1960. He...

Mar 28, 2025

Robert (Bob) Tekautz, 78, of Virginia, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Friday March 28, 2025, at home after a lengthy illness with several health issues with his wife and family by his side.  He was strong and fought valiantly to the end. He was born on October 11, 1946, in Virginia, Minesota, the son of Charles and...

Mar 20, 2025

Trevor John Seidl, age 49, of Virginia died of natural causes on Thursday, March 20, 2025.  "Your pain and suffering are over; you now have peace."  He was born in Virginia, MN and attended high school in Eveleth, MN.  Trevor's passion was being a chef.  This brought him to live in many cities including: San Francisco, Denver,...

Mar 20, 2025

Donald Chester Girard passed away on March 20, 2025 at the Boundary Waters Care Facility in Ely with his family by his side, as he went to heaven to be with his savior.  Don was born in Bell Plain MN to Lawrence Girard and Emma Clark.  He attended school in Fergus Falls MN through the 8th grade. ...

Feb 27, 2025

Iris Joy Teasck, age 93 of Britt and formerly of Virginia, died Thursday, February 27, 2025 in Edgewood Vista. She was born October 31, 1931 in Virginia, the daughter of Fred and Toini (Okerstrom) Whitmarsh. Iris married Robert Teasck on April 18, 1947 in Torrington, Wyoming. She lived in Virginia until moving to Britt in 1976. Iris was multi-talented....