Obituaries

Jun 11, 2021

Bartholomew John Fena’s family gave him many names, most famously “Boots” and “Bartski”

and “Lalow,” the last because his younger siblings could not quite pronounce his full name. His

kind and gentle soul was born into the world on July 26, 1961, the eighth child in our large

family.  Bart Died in his...

Jun 9, 2021

Anton “Tony” Robert Modich, age 73 of Keewatin, MN, passed away on June 9, 2021 in Hibbing, MN.  He was born in Hibbing on July 15, 1947 to Joseph Modich Sr. and Margaret (Povsha) Modich.  Tony grew up in the Keewatin area and graduated from Nashwauk-Keewatin High School with the class of 1965.  On November 6, 1971, Tony married...

Jun 8, 2021

We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Kent Patrick Hollis, 60, of Hibbing, MN, on June 8, 2021, at Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing, MN. He was born in Hibbing on October 9, 1960, to Rex D. Hollis and Elizabeth J. (Starcevic) Hollis. He graduated from Hibbing High School in 1980. After high school, Kent went...

Jun 6, 2021

Tim Pierce age 44 of AZ former longtime resident of Hibbing, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021. He was born April 11, 1977 in Hibbing, MN to Terry and Sally (Opacich) Pierce. Tim attended Hibbing High School and later briefly Hibbing Community College where he initially met his wife, Marcy. Tim worked for several years at Millers Roofing and...

Jun 6, 2021

Timothy M. Joyce, age 59 of Hibbing, MN, passed away on June 6, 2021 at his home with family at his side. He was born on September 23, 1961 in Louisville, KY and was adopted at a young age by Clayton and Ann Joyce. After high school, Tim was proud and honored to serve his country in the United...

Jun 5, 2021

Rex A. Gustafson

March 6, 1943                  June 5, 2021

Rex A. Gustafson, 78, Hibbing died Saturday, June 5, 2021, at home with family by his side.  He was born March 6, 1943, to Bernard and June (Anderson) Gustafson in Barberton, OH.  He graduated from Chisholm High School and then joined the U.S. Navy. ...

Jun 5, 2021

Henry John Wierimaa

June 26, 1947                      June 5, 2021

Henry J. Wierimaa, 73, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Saturday, June 5, 2021 at home in Hibbing.  He was born June 26, 1947 to Henry and Maxine (Lewis) Wierimaa in Hibbing.  After graduating from High School Henry proudly served his country in the U.S....

May 31, 2021

Edward (Peash) Joseph Versich, 91- of lifetime resident of Kelly Lake- went to be with the Lord on Memorial Day- May 31, 2021.

He was born on August 31, 1929, to Andrew and Helen Versich. He grew up attending Leetonia schools, and became an altar boy serving parishes in both Carson Lake and Leetonia. The nickname “Peash”...

May 31, 2021

Edward J. Versich, age 91 of Hibbing, MN, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021 at Heritage Manor in Chisholm, MN.  Edward was born in Leetonia, MN on August 31, 1929.  A mass of Christian Burial will be held later this week.  Full obituary to come with date and time of service.

May 29, 2021

Therese C. Schraut, 88, Hibbing, died Saturday, May 29, 2021 at Fairview Regional Medical Center in Hibbing. She was born in Rice, MN to Ferdinand and Isabel Anderlie on August 9, 1932. Therese was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary.  Therese enjoyed bowling, fishing with her family, gardening, and quilting. She regularly volunteered at...

May 24, 2021

Michael T. “Sootie” Damjanovich

July 19,1947                 May 24, 2021

Michael T. “Sootie” Damjanovich, 73, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Monday, May 24, 2021 at home in Wilpen.  He was born July 19, 1947 to Mike and Amelia (Martinez) Damjanovich in Keewatin, MN.  After high school, Sootie achieved a two year degree from Itasca...

May 21, 2021

Mary C. Motherway, 102, of Hibbing passed away on May 21, 2021, at Cornerstone Villa in Buhl. Mary was born December 24, 1918 to William and Catherine Motherway. Mary’s fierce independence and thirst for knowledge drove her to earn two college degrees from the University of MN. During WWII, Mary moved to Washington, D.C. to work for the F.B.I....

May 19, 2021

Lori Rantala age 60 of Palo, MN passed away Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 at Essentia Health in Duluth. Lori was born February 7th, 1961 in Grand Island, NE to Allan and Karen (Mitchell) Dorstad. Lori has attended St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Palo over the years. She even married her loving husband Richard in the old church. Lori lived...

May 18, 2021

Marilyn Heil age 72 of Keewatin passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Keystone Bluffs Assisted Living in Duluth. Marilyn was born November 24, 1948 to Bob and Elsa (Wikholm) Quarn in Two Harbors. She was a member of the Congregation of the Good Shepard Church, Marilyn was also on the church council. She volunteered for Boy Scouts and Cub...

May 17, 2021

Daniel Lamphere age 71 of Hibbing, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021 at Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing. Daniel was born March 01, 1950 in Dell Rapids, SD to William and Ruth (Goodale) Lamphere. Daniel moved to Hibbing at a young age. He attended Hibbing High School. Following his attendance, he joined the Army. There he won the...

May 17, 2021

Herman Carl Lambert Jr.

March 23, 1957          May 17, 2021

Herman C. Lambert Jr., 64, longtime resident of Hibbing died Monday, May 17, 2021 at Essentia St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN.  He was born March 23, 1957 to Herman C. and Margie (Davis) Lambert Sr. in New Orleans, LA.  Herman proudly...

May 16, 2021

Roberta Jean “Bobbie” Schilz

Bobbie Jean Schilz, 57, longtime resident of Hibbing died Sunday, May 16, 2021 at home in Hibbing.  She was born September 18, 1963 to Sigrid and Iona (Iverson) Syverson in Bemidji, MN.  A homemaker by trade, Bobbie loved watching television, cooking and her pet cats throughout her life, Tony was her favorite cat. ...

May 15, 2021

Kelli R. Samuelson

February 26, 1970           May 15, 2021

Kelli R. Samuelson, 51, Hibbing, and formerly of Keewatin died Saturday, May 15, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.  She was born February 26, 1970 to David and Donna (Vaughn) Boelter in Elk Grove Village, IL.  A homemaker by trade, Kelli loved...

May 14, 2021

Elnor J. Hagadorn

Sept. 5, 1930             May 14, 2021

Elnor J. Hagadorn, 90, lifelong resident of Kelly Lake passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday, May 14, 2021 at Rising Sun Vista in Hibbing.  Elnor was born to Oren and Vivian (Sherman) Kendall on September 5, 1930 in Hibbing.  She...

May 13, 2021

Harold Salminen age 95 of Hibbing, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021 at Guardian Angels Health and Rehabilitation Center in Hibbing. He was born March 2, 1926 in Duluth, MN to Carl and Hildur (Sundquist) Salminen. Harold was a resident of Hibbing since 1950, he served in the Army Air Force during WWII. Harold worked as a draftsman for...