Gerald D. Lamping

Gerald D. Lamping, age 83 of Keewatin, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s in Duluth. He was born April 25, 1943, to Fred and Belva “Opal” (Pierce) Lamping in Britt, IA. In his younger years, Gerald moved around between Iowa, southern MN and Brainerd, MN. In January of 1964, he was joined in marriage to Phyllis Avery. Gerald was in the 2660 Steelworkers Union and worked for over 25 years at National Steel/Keetac. After retirement, Phyllis and Gerald wintered in AZ for over 20 years. In his free time, Gerald enjoyed scrapping metal, hunting and fishing. Gerald is survived by his wife of 62 years, Phyllis, children, Timothy (Dawn) Lamping, Kevin (Barb Cordes) Lamping, Kristine (Craig Jimerson) Coy, grandchildren, Leanaya (Billy) Miller, TJ (Kimberley) Lamping, Savannah (Nicholas) Fowler, Cameron Coy, great-grandchildren, Dylann Miller, Alexis Miller, Hudson Fowler. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Belva, siblings, Glen Lamping, Harold Lamping, Pauline Nelson, Lowell Lamping, Donna Schmelzer and Mary Wilson. A memorial service will be held 11:00 am Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Nashwauk Alliance Church. Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until the beginning of the service at the church.