Obituaries
Obituaries
James M. Smith
Jul 4, 2025
James (Jim) Michael Smith, of Hibbing, died on July 4, 2025, at age seventy-three after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. Jim was born in Aitkin on June 4, 1952, to Walter Smith and Mary Zacher.
He grew up in the McGregor area, graduating from McGregor High School as an accomplished athlete. He continued his education at UMD for two years,...
Paul D. Barthany
Jul 3, 2025
Paul Douglas Barthany age 67 of Nashwauk, MN, passed away unexpectedly at his home Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was born August 29, 1957, in St. Paul, MN. Paul attended high school at Mounds View High, graduating with the class of 1975.
After school, Paul worked at the Anchor Paper for 15 years. Following his time at the paper, he went...
Barbara "Barb" A. Koschak
Jul 2, 2025
Barbara Ann Koschak, age 76, of Hibbing, MN, passed away peacefully at home on July 2nd, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Barbara was born June 6th, 1949, in Hibbing, MN, to Raymond and Katherine Gunville. Barbara met her future husband Jim when she was just 14 years old and Jim was 16 years old. From that point onwards, Barb and Jim...
Marilyn A. Aimonetti
Jul 2, 2025
Marilyn Ann Aimonetti, 93, died peacefully in her sleep in her home on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 in Nashwauk, Minnesota. She was born in Hibbing, MN to Annabelle (Filpula) and Marvin Simonson and spent her life in Nashwauk raising a family, serving at her church St. Cecilia’s and caring for her many family members and great friends, including Jackie DeNucci...
Charles A. Blomquist
Jun 28, 2025
Charles Alan Blomquist was born in Hibbing, MN, on June 18, 1943, to Maria “Mary” Ilona (Hernesman) and Reino Alvar Blomquist. He spent the majority of his life in Hibbing where he attended kindergarten through Junior College at the Hibbing High School. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Minnesota, Grand Forks. While most...
Bertram "Bert" P. MacDonald
Jun 27, 2025
Bert P. MacDonald age 73 of Harlingen, TX passed away Friday, June 27, 2025. He was born in Hibbing on September 25, 1951, to Edward and Mable (Johnson) MacDonald.
Bert was a 1970 graduate of Hibbing High School, following graduation he enlisted in the US Army, serving two tours in Vietnam. Bert would go on to serve his country for the...
David Stevens
Jun 26, 2025
David Stevens, age 66 of Nashwauk, passed away unexpectedly at his home Thursday, June 26, 2025. He was born April 2, 1959, in Hibbing to Charles and Mildred (Ciganovich) Stevens. Dave attended Nashwauk-Keewatin High School, graduating with the class of 1977, which is where he met his future wife in 11th grade when she was placed as a buffer between...
Justin T. Wix
Jun 24, 2025
Justin Tyme Wix, age 22 of Chisholm, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025. He was born in Lake Forrest. IL to Michael and Nicole (Blenkle) Wix, April 25, 2003. In 2006, he moved to Keewatin with his family.
He spent his childhood there and attended Nashwauk-Keewatin High School. Justin worked at McDonald's in Chisholm and recently started a new job at...
Beverly L. Damjanovich
Jun 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of Beverly Louise Damjanovich
June 22, 1931 – June 21, 2025
Heaven gained one of its sweetest angels with the passing of Beverly Louise Damjanovich who entered her eternal home on June 21, 2025, one day short of her 94th birthday.
Bev was born on June 22, 1931, to Frank (Frenchie) and Selma Chaurand in Keewatin, MN. Bev spent the...
Robert B. Bateson
Jun 17, 2025
Robert Berrien Bateson, beloved father, grandfather, veteran, and aviator, passed away on June 17, 2025, just one day shy of his 78th birthday. Born in Cumming, Georgia, Robert—known to many by his Air Force call sign "Lebeacon"—led a remarkable life defined by service, adventure, and deep devotion to family.
A proud veteran, Robert served in the United States Air Force during...
Patrick G. Lucia
Jun 14, 2025
Patrick G. Lucia, 73, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Saturday, June 14, 2025, at his home with family by his side. He was born November 5, 1951, to Pierino and Natalie (Boman) Lucia in Hibbing. After graduating from High School, Patrick completed an apprenticeship program. He was employed with US Steel Minntac as a plumber/pipefitter for many years. Later he...
Douglas D. Eichholz
Jun 14, 2025
Douglas D. Eichholz, 66, longtime resident of Nashwauk, MN died Saturday, June 14, 2025, at his home in Nashwauk. He was born November 7, 1958, to Charles W. and Geraldine B. (Glidden) Eichholz in Hibbing, MN. Doug resided in Chisholm, MN for about 10 years during his lifetime. He enjoyed motorcycles, and owned a Harley, he like fishing, camping, sitting...
Virginia L. Christiansen
Jun 13, 2025
Virginia L. Christiansen
March 16, 1947 June 13, 2025
Virginia L. Christiansen, 78, Hibbing died Friday, June 13, 2025, at her home in Hibbing. She was born March 16, 1947, to Willard and Bertha (Sarga) Carlson in Virginia, MN. She married Chris “Roger” Christiansen on October 11, 1964, in Hibbing. A homemaker by trade, Virginia fully enjoyed supervising her husband’s projects which...
Robert J. Martire
Jun 11, 2025
Robert J. Martire, 70, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank in Minneapolis, MN, surrounded by his children. He was born October 10, 1954, to Joseph and Inez (Catani) Martire in Grand Rapids, MN. Robert graduated from High School in 1974. He went to work in the mines...
Dr. Anthony R. Baraga M.D.
Jun 10, 2025
Dr. Anthony R. Baraga, M.D.
Age 86 of Side Lake, MN, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025. He was born on May 26, 1939, in Chisholm, MN to Anton and Sylvia Baraga. He graduated from Chisholm High School in 1957 and attended college at Michigan College of Mining and Technology and the University of Minnesota, where he earned his bachelor's...
Terry C. Ricke
Jun 9, 2025
Terry C. Ricke, 72, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Monday, June 9, 2025, at his home in Hibbing. He was born June 26, 1952, to Clayton and Jeanette (Marchow) Ricke in Hibbing. Terry married Gail (Boldt) on March 3, 1973, in Hibbing. He was employed as a Shovel Runner for Minntac, retiring after 33 years of service. He was a...
Gary E. Verant
Jun 7, 2025
Gary E Verant, age 95 of Hibbing, MN, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, at Heritage Manor in Chisholm, MN.He was born April 1, 1930, at his home in North Hibbing to Joseph and Emma (Pomeroy) Verant, and lovingly raised by Alex and Emma Fox. Gary grew up in Hibbing, graduating from Hibbing High School in 1948. He served...
Elisa M. Johnson
Jun 6, 2025
Elisa M. Johnson, 47, Hibbing, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at her home in Hibbing. She was born August 27, 1977, to Ludwig and Laura (Brown) Johnson in Park Rapids, MN.
Elisa was creative and would express it with painting. She enjoyed watching movies and shows as pastimes, and spending time with her family and friends was everything to...
Denise M. Lantman
Jun 2, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Denise Lantman after a very hard-fought battle with cancer. She passed on June 2nd with all of her family by her side. She was only 4 days before her 58th birthday.
Denise was born in Minot North Dakota on the 6th day of June in the year 1967,...
Michael F. Mehle
May 31, 2025
Michael F. Mehle passed away on May 31, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN, with family by his side. Michael was born on May 10, 1962, and passed away at the age of 63.
Michael graduated from Hibbing High School in 1980. He went on to the Brown Institute for Broadcasting, where he became a radio announcer for several...
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