Obituaries

Jul 15, 2026

Gregory Michael Kuusisto age 46 of Nashwauk passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2026. He was born December 2, 1979, in Hibbing to Randolph and Annette (Brown) Kuusisto. Greg graduated from Nashwauk-Keewatin High School class of 1998. Following graduation, he attended Hibbing Community College. 

Greg started his career as a bartender at the GI Club in Nashwauk until his family purchased the...

Jul 20, 2026

Steven Robert Willson

March 3, 1953 July 20, 2026

Steven R. Willson, 73, Warba, MN died July 20, 2026, at home in Warba, MN. He was born to Robert and Shirley (Pyke) Willson in Petosky, MI, on March 3, 1953. Steven was employed with IBEW as an electrician. He enjoyed traveling. He loved surfing while living in Mexico. Steven had big dreams...

Jul 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of Lilly Star Bays and her precious unborn daughter, Ivy Rose Feltus. With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Lilly Star Bays, age 22, on July 13, 2026, along with her beloved unborn daughter, Ivy Rose Feltus. Born on October 23, 2003, in Hibbing, Minnesota, Lilly was known for her beautiful smile, compassionate heart, and unwavering...

Jun 22, 2026

Robert C. Ives, 84, longtime resident of Hibbing died Monday, June 22, 2026, at home with family by his side. He was born April 24, 1942, to Russell and Marion (Equist) Ives in Laurium, MI. 

After high school Robert attended Michigan Tech and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in engineering. He united in marriage with Patricia (Solonsky) Ives on March 21,...

Jul 16, 2026

William “Bill” Radovich, 92, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, surrounded by family.

Born in 1933 in Hibbing, Minnesota, Bill grew up on the family farm with his six siblings and carried the values of hard work, loyalty, and friendship throughout his life. A 1953 graduate of Hibbing High School, he was proud to have played on the basketball team...

Jun 18, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Grace "Dollie" Rocchio, who departed this world on June 18, 2026, at Hillcrest Assisted Living, surrounded by her cherished family. 

Born on October 18, 1927, in Cooley, Minnesota, Dollie graced our lives with 98 years of joy, laughter, and kindness. The daughter of the late Fortunato and Francesca Montifeltro, Dollie...

Jul 21, 2026

Jul 15, 2026

Doris Ann Gilbert, 96, of Hibbing, MN, returned to her Creator from her home on July 15, 2026. She was born in Chisholm on November 14, 1929, to Daniel and Antonia (Koshere) Tolonen. 

Doris grew up in Balkan Township and graduated from Chisholm High School. She married Howard Douglas Gilbert (Red) in 1949, and together they started a family and raised...

Jul 22, 2026

Sam Michael Bonelli

February 5, 1943 July 22, 2026

Sam M. Bonelli, 83, was surrounded by his 3 granddaughters and Jeff and Barb at his bedside for days as he passed away from a lingering illness at Heritage Manor in Chisholm, MN. He was born in Chisholm, MN on February 5, 1943. Sam was raised from infancy by his beloved Italian grandparents,...

Jul 12, 2026

Roxanne “Rocky” E. Roche-Lundstrom, 70, longtime resident of Pengilly, MN went up to the spirit in the sky on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton, MN. She passed peacefully with her favorite music playing as she made the ultimate transition. She was born October 23, 1955, to Robert and Elizabeth (Guidarelli) Gerow in Hibbing. Rocky graduated...

Jul 12, 2026

Rose M. Kastet, 92, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Guardian Angels Health & Rehabilitation Center in Hibbing. She was born March 27, 1934, to George and Manda (Anich) Rajkovich in Hibbing. A homemaker by trade, Rose was a member of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish in Hibbing, and the CFU lodge 240. She enjoyed fishing,...

Jul 12, 2026

Maureen Brennan, age 77 of Hibbing, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Range Regional Health Services in Hibbing. Services are pending

Jul 11, 2026

Lois J. Milkovich

Aug. 24, 1931 July 11, 2026

Lois J. Milkovich, 94, lifelong resident of Keewatin, MN died Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Carefree Living in Virginia, MN. She was born August 24, 1931, to Jacob and Ila (Vennas) Toman in Virginia, MN. A homemaker by trade, Lois loved playing Bridge and was a dedicated member of her local Bridge Club...

Jul 4, 2026

Justin A. “Chubbz” Schrombeck, 41, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Saturday, July 4, 2026, at home in Hibbing. He was born January 9, 1985, to Walter Schrombeck and Gladys Schrombeck-Wakefield in LaPorte, IN. 

Justin graduated from Hibbing Schools and continued on receiving his Boiler’s License. He was employed with various places, including heating and refrigeration, Fairview Range in Environmental Services, and most recently being a caregiver...

Jul 3, 2026

Marc D. Engel, 63, resident of Nashwauk, MN died Friday, July 3, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Marc was born on December 6, 1962, to James and Lois (Grueling) Engel in Hibbing, MN. 

Marc was employed with Cleveland Cliffs as a Tails Truck driver. He entered the sacrament of marriage with Lisa (Stish) Engel on July 14, 1990, in Nashwauk, MN....

Jun 29, 2026

Agnes C. Eddy, age 96 of Hibbing, MN, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Cornerstone Villa in Buhl, MN. She was born on January 11, 1930, in Togo, MN, to Rome and Ellen (Sjoholm) Scofield.

Agnes was a lifelong member of the Hibbing Community whose life was defined by her faith, love for family, and dedication to serving...

Jun 28, 2026

Vergil R. Ulrich, age 74, of Hibbing, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, at Heritage Manor with his family by his side.

Vergil was born on February 2, 1952, in Hibbing, Minnesota, to Chester and Bernetta Ulrich. He graduated from Hibbing High School.

In 1970, he married his high school sweetheart, Joann Kanipes. Together, they built a life centered on...

Jun 26, 2026

Jeffrey “Jeff” Steven Husted, age 67 of Hibbing, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 26, 2026. He was born on September 24, 1958, in Hibbing, MN, to Harold and Josephine (Grillo) Husted.

He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Becky (Lenarz) Husted; son, Timothy (Heather) Ryhti; daughter, Jessica Husted; stepdaughter, Sonja Peterson; grandchildren, Gabrielle, Nehemiah, Keiyonna, Taylen;...

Jun 24, 2026

Constance “Connie” Ann Hansen, age 84, of Hibbing, MN, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. She was born on August 15, 1941, in Hibbing, MN, to John Sr. and Mary (Kayfes) Jerman.

Connie was a kind, creative, and well-rounded woman who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. A talented baker by trade, she had a...

Jun 20, 2026

Robert H. “Cobbs” Katalinich

June 21, 1929 June 20, 2026

Robert “Cobbs” H. Katalinich, age 96 of Pengilly, MN, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Veterans Home in Silver Bay, MN. He was born on June 21, 1929, in Nashwauk, MN, to Marko and Slava (Pleshe) Katalinich.

Cobbs proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean...