Obituaries

Jan 26, 2025

Paul Melvin Aysta, age 71 of Embarrass, died Sunday, January 26, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 15, 1953, in Virginia, the son of Melvin and Eleanor (Linnae) Aysta. He proudly attended Embarrass School until its closing, graduated from Virginia High School and Mesabi Community College. Paul married Rebecca Burgess on August 23,...

Jan 22, 2025

Sherdell Burton, 35, of Virginia, Minnesota, passed away on January 15th, 2025. Born in the Twin Cities and raised in Virginia, MN.  He graduated from Virginia High School and then earned an associate's degree from Mesabi Community College before furthering his education at the University of Minnesota in the Twin Cities studying Biological Anthropology.

Jan 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the loss of Kristifer Simon Kirkman, 54, of Virginia.  He was born December 24, 1970, to John and Onalie (Koski) Kirkman in Virginia MN. Kristifer loved spending time outdoors, fishing, camping, and spending time with his beloved dogs, Scout & Sam.  He was employed at Fortune Bay Casino for...

Jan 19, 2025

Christine Ann Pinsonnault, age 74 of Mt. Iron, died peacefully Sunday morning, January 19, 2025, at Essentia Health, Virginia.  She was born on Sept. 9, 1950, in Virginia, the daughter of Frank and Suoma (Uoti) Linval.  She was a graduate of Mt. Iron High School and attended Lake Superior College in Duluth.  She married Rene J. Pinsonnault...

Jan 19, 2025

Kenneth Edward Moyle, 89, of Virginia, Minnesota, passed away on Jan 19, 2025, at The Waterview Pines. Born on August 1, 1935, Ken was known for his kindness, humor, honesty, hard work, and devotion to his family. Ken married Patricia Sweet on August 11, 1956.

He is survived by 3 of their children: Thomas Moyle...

Jan 14, 2025

Ilze Beatrise Saprasa Ibrahim, 91, of Aurora, Ohio passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025. She was born in Riga, Latvia on January 23, 1933, to the late Konstanins and Tatjana Saprasa (nee Spunde). Ilze was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ansis Saprasa; and husband, Dr. George W. Ibrahim. Ilze is the loving mother of...

Jan 12, 2025

Margaret Charlene Pete,  "Wabiishkii Maiiganikwe", age 42 of Virginia died Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. She was born June 29, 1982 in Virginia, the daughter of Peter Pete, Jr. and Muriel Deegan and was a graduate of Tower-Soudan High School. Marge worked at various retail stores and was a security...

Jan 9, 2025

Obituary for Grant Raymond Ellis

Grant often said, "You're going to miss me when I'm gone, kid!"  All five of his children would agree that more prophetic words were never spoken.

At 92 years of age, Grant Raymond Ellis quietly slipped away, surrounded by his children, in the early morning of January 9,...

Jan 4, 2025

Patricia " Patti Lou" Schmid (Akins) 76, of Embarrass was received in God's arms on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Essential Hospital in Duluth surrounded by her loving family.

She was born July 21, 1948 in Soudan the daughter of John and Angela (Vesel) Akins.

Pat met the love of her life David...

Jan 4, 2025

Kenneth Arnold O'Brien died January 4, 2025.  He was born in Hibbing and attended Eveleth Gilbert High School and Mesabi Range Community College.  After he finished his military service in the Army, he worked in the construction industry.  In 2000 he married Roseann Marie Williams in Hibbing.

He enjoyed fishing, camping and sports, especially the...

Jan 3, 2025

Dennis V. Hilmas Jr., age 57 of Tower, MN, passed away on January 3, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital, Duluth, MN.  He was born on June 7, 1967, in Virginia, MN to Dennis V. Hilmas, Sr., and Vivian M. (Chosa) Hilmas.  He attended Virginia schools and served in the U. S. Army.

Dennis obtained a...

Jan 1, 2025

Michael George Bjellos, 89, of Nashwauk passed away on January 1, 2025, in Grand Rapids, MN.  Mike was born to Sam and Mary Bjellos in Hibbing on April 27, 1935.  Mike spent his first twelve years in Carson Lake, a mining location just west of Hibbing.  In 1947, the Bjellos family moved to Hibbing where Mike graduated...

Dec 31, 2024

Bob McCarty, age 92, passed away on December 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born to Clarence S. and Elizabeth (Woolcock) McCarty in Eveleth, MN, on May 17, 1932, Bob lived a full and impactful life.

He attended Eveleth School, graduating in 1950. Bob then began his career at US Steel in 1950, pausing...

Dec 28, 2024

With profound sadness we regret the passing of Crystal Jean Tammaro Latvaaho, age 41, of Fayal township on December 28, 2024.  She died peacefully after a courageous battle with breast cancer, with her devoted parents and faithful dog, Poppy, by her side.

Crystal was born December 31, 1982, in Virginia, MN, the daughter of Anthony...

Dec 24, 2024

Phyllis E. Jarvi

March 22, 1936 – December 24, 2024

Phyllis E. Jarvi, 88, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Dec 24, 2024.

She was born March 22, 1936, in Hibbing to Felix and Doris Negri. Phyllis graduated from Hibbing High School in 1954.

Dec 19, 2024

Nancy Jean Sampson, age 83, longtime resident of Hibbing died Thursday, December 19, 2024, in Hibbing.  She was born September 23, 1941, in Hibbing the daughter of Lloyd and Ruth (Holmberg) Stavn.  She was a graduate of Hibbing High School and The Hibbing Community College Nursing Program.  Nancy was united in marriage to Thomas Sampson on May...

Dec 17, 2024

Amanda Rae Boshey, age 38, of Tower, MN – an amazing daughter, mother, sister, and

friend died on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, as a result from a tragic accident that took

place in Tower, MN. She was born on August 13, 1986, to Kimberly (Bradley) Day and Dale

Boshey Sr.

Dec 13, 2024

Marilyn Joan Sikich, age 93, lifelong resident of Hibbing, died Friday, December 13, 2024, at the Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing with family at her side.  She was born December 27, 1930, in Hibbing the daughter of James and Elsie (Crosley) Felton.  She was a graduate of Hibbing High School, and attended...

Dec 1, 2024

Donald Leslie "Don" Bird, age 71 of Virginia died Sunday, December 1, 2024, in Essentia Health – St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. He was born March 5, 1953, in Ely, the son of Earl and Mary Ann (Prijatel) Bird. Don was a 1971 graduate of Virginia Roosevelt High School and a 1972 graduate of Eveleth Vocational-Technical...

Dec 1, 2024

Jill Suzanne Hebl, age 65, of Ely and formerly of Babbitt, MN, died Sunday, December 1, 2024, in her home following a battle with cancer.  She was born July 18, 1959, in Winton, MN, the daughter of Robert and Marvella (Shaw) Powell.  Jill was united in marriage to Billy Hebl in 1981 in Babbitt, MN.

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