Obituaries

Obituaries

Aaron J. Sampson

Aaron J. Sampson

Aug 7, 2026

Aaron J. Sampson, age 36 of Hibbing passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 7, 2026 after a long struggle with mental illness and addiction. He was born June 13, 1990, to Donald and Denise (Carlson) Sampson in Hibbing.

Aaron graduated with the Hibbing High School Class of 2008 and later went on to attend Lake Superior College to pursue welding. He...

Lawrence H. Nylund

Lawrence H. Nylund

Aug 6, 2026

Lawrence “Larry” Nylund age 88 of Hibbing, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Guardian Angels Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on July 7, 1938, to Oscar and Saima (Pekuri) Nylund in Hibbing. Larry graduated from Hibbing High School. He later worked at Eveleth Taconite for 38 years. Larry was a member of First Lutheran Church in Hibbing....

Terry Allan McMillen

Terry Allan McMillen

Aug 4, 2026

Terry Allan McMillen 66 of Aurora MN.Passed away at his favorite place, the hunting shack on August 4, 2026. Born on July 3, 1960, in Hibbing to Everett and Betty McMillen. Terry grew up in Hibbing and graduated from Hibbing High School in 1979.Hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends were his greatest joys.He is survived by brothers,...

Ardis M. Kluck

Ardis M. Kluck

Aug 3, 2026

Ardis M. Kluck, 69, lifelong resident of Pengilly, MN died Monday, August 3, 2026, at the Grand Itasca Hospital in Grand Rapids, MN. She was born on August 19, 1956, to Earl and Janet (Moen) Rutherford in Grand Rapids.

She is survived by her husband James Kluck, Pengilly, MN, daughter Lacy (Andrew) Elj, Nashwauk, MN, three siblings, Jane (Dwight) Randall, Grand...

Nicholas "Nick" Gerard Danculovich

Nicholas "Nick" Gerard Danculovich

Aug 3, 2026

Nicholas Danculovich (Nick) passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, in Hibbing, MN, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, a deep love for the great outdoors, and an unmatched devotion to his family. 

Born on November 28, 1958, in Hibbing to Nick and Marjorie Danculovich, his arrival nearly three months early set...

Thomas "Tom" H. Trask

Thomas "Tom" H. Trask

Aug 1, 2026

Thomas “Tom” Harold Trask, 79, born July 8, 1947, in Hibbing, Minnesota, passed away August 1, 2026. Tom was the son of Anne Godfrey and Harold Victor Trask and grandson of Lucy and T.J. Godfrey, all of whom preceded him in death. 

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Carol Jeanine Dudley; sons Nathan (Kari), Matthew, and Travis Stanich;...

Renay J. Gerdes

Renay J. Gerdes

Jul 22, 2026

Renay Joann Gerdes

April 3, 1952 July 22, 2026

Renay Joann Gerdes, 74, passed away on July 22, 2026. She was born on April 3, 1952, in Montevideo, Minnesota, to Eldon and Marlys Evjen.

Renay devoted more than 30 years to teaching in Independent School District 196, where she made a lasting impact on countless students and colleagues. She enjoyed music, singing, spending...

Sam M. Bonelli

Sam M. Bonelli

Jul 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, Anthony “Tony” and Maria Bonelli.

Sam was an...

Marianne T. Hydukovich

Marianne T. Hydukovich

Jul 21, 2026

Marianne T. Hydukovich

May 29, 1932 July 21, 2026

Marianne Terese Hydukovich, 94, Fergus Falls, MN, and a former

longtime resident of Hibbing, MN died Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at

PioneerCare Center in Fergus Falls, MN. She was born on May 29,

1932, in Milwaukee, WI. Marianne was “The Singing Songbird of

Milwaukee” on the radio at 3 years of age. She attended Catholic

schools, and graduated...

Judith "Judy" E. Mack

Judith "Judy" E. Mack

Jul 21, 2026

Judith “Judy” E. Mack, age 85 of Hibbing, MN, passed away peacefully at Serving Hart Assisted Living in Chisholm, MN, with family members by her side.

Judy was born on July 30, 1940, at home in Cherry, MN, to Walter and Lillian (Anderson) Louhi. She met the love of her life, Jim Mack, at Cherry High School, and they married on...

Steven R. Willson

Steven R. Willson

Jul 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 and aspirations traveling abroad. He enjoyed being...

Daniel C. Dougherty

Daniel C. Dougherty

Jul 18, 2026

Daniel C. Dougherty Jr., age 83, of Weslaco, TX, formerly of Hibbing, MN, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Aurora House in Weslaco, TX. He was born on October 8, 1942, in Virginia, MN, to Daniel and Mary (Turino) Dougherty.

Dan was raised in Hibbing, Minnesota, and graduated from Hibbing High School in 1961. Shortly after graduation, he...

William "Bill" Radovich

William "Bill" Radovich

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...

Doris A. Gilbert

Doris A. Gilbert

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...

Gregory M. Kuusisto

Gregory M. Kuusisto

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...

Lilly S. Bays

Lilly S. Bays

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...

Rose M. Kastet

Rose M. Kastet

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,...

Maureen Brennan

Maureen Brennan

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

Lois J. Milkovich

Lois J. Milkovich

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...

Justin A. Schrombeck

Justin A. Schrombeck

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...