Obituaries

Feb 23, 2018

Randall James Rupert

It is with great sadness that the family of Randall James Rupert announces his passing at home

on Friday, February 23, 2018 at the age of 65. Randy was born on February 5th, 1953 to

Kenneth and Almira(Wrabetz)Rupert in Milwaukee, WI and attended high school in

Germantown, WI....

Feb 22, 2018

Pamela J. Waters

Pamela Jean Waters, 55, our beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Grandma and Friend went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing.  Pam was born on April 8, 1962 to Jean Waters in Denver, CO.  In June of 1973, Pam along with her...

Feb 21, 2018

William G. Procopio

William G. Procopio, 41, Duluth and Hibbing died Wednesday February 21, 2018 in Duluth.  He was born in Grand Rapids to Wayne Procopio and Peggy (Adams) Procopio on April 6, 1976.  William enjoyed playing his guitar and music in general.  He also enjoyed camping, the outdoors and mostly his family.

He is...

Feb 20, 2018

Norma H. Nefzger Norma H. Nefzger, 92, Hibbing died Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at Hillcrest Alice with family present.  She was born in Norman County to Helge and Gurine (Baglien) Nelson on May 30, 1925.  She was very active in The Salvation Army Corps/Church for nearly 60 years and was known for Bell Ringing at the Kettle.   She taught Sunday School,...

Feb 18, 2018

Ken Starcevich

Ken Starcevich, 84, Hibbing passed away peacefully at Essentia St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN on Sunday, February 18, 2018.  He will forever be loved and missed by his wife and soul mate Georgia.  Ken is also survived by his son Kevin (Stephanie) and grandchildren, Tyler, Nick and Eva.  Per his request, no formal services...

Feb 17, 2018

Delano “Del” Louis Sogard

Del Sogard, 82, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing.  He was born on January 11. 1936 to Joel and Merle (Harder) Sogard in Hibbing.  After graduating from Hibbing High School in 1954, Del proudly served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps.  After...

Feb 15, 2018

Catherine B. Spadaccini

Catherine B. Spadaccini, 89, longtime resident of Keewatin died Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Heritage Manor in Chisholm, MN.  She was born on June 23, 1928 to Matt and Catherine (Grzinich) Briski in Nashwauk.  After graduating from Nashwauk High School, Catherine was later employed with Northwestern Bell as a telephone operator in Nashwauk.  She...

Feb 13, 2018

Lisa Rae Hodge

Lisa Rae Hodge, 48, Hibbing died Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN.  Lisa was born on October 21, 1969 to Larry and Patricia (Kalis) Graveline in Langdon, ND.  She attended and graduated from Grand Forks schools, and had been a resident of Hibbing for the past 30 years.  She...

Feb 12, 2018

Kathleen (Kata) Mattson

February 5, 1950 – February 12, 2018

Kathleen (Kata) Mattson 68, a lifelong Nashwauk resident died Monday February 12, 2018 at her home surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born in Hibbing to Mike and Julia (Plesha) Stupar on February 5, 1950.  Kathy...

Feb 8, 2018

Ruth L. Ryan

Ruth L. Ryan, 88, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing.  She was born on December 3, 1929 to Richard C. and Clara (Peterson) Frisk in Hibbing.  She attended Hibbing schools, and graduated from Hibbing High School with the class of 1947.  On August 18,...

Feb 6, 2018

Mary Yugovich

Mary Yugovich died peacefully at Heritage Manor in Chisholm on February 6, 2018.   Mary was born March 30, 1921 in Bovey and grew up in Trout Lake and Hibbing.  She married her love, Frank Yugovich on May 11, 1946.  They lived in Keewatin.

Mary worked for the Federal and...

Feb 1, 2018

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Jan 31, 2018

Chad M. Raukar

Chad M. Raukar, 46, Hibbing, MN, died unexpectedly, Wed. Jan. 31, 2018 in Waterford, CA.  He was born Oct. 25, 1971 in Hibbing to Michael and Michele Raukar.  Chad had served in the Air Force where he was stationed in Germany.  He became a welder and worked on the motorcycles he also...

Jan 31, 2018

HIBBING, Mary S. Bitsianes, 99, Hibbing, Minnesota, died January 31, 2018, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Chisholm, MN.  She was born on July 6, 1918 in Mason City, IA to Steve and Panagiota Bitsianes.  She was the oldest of four children.  She lived in Virginia, MN for 2 years then moved to Hibbing, MN where she graduated from Hibbing...

Jan 31, 2018

An obituary is not available at this time for George Thomas Bicanich. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 30, 2018

Paul Jerulle

Paul Jerulle, 93, New Braunfels, TX, passed away on January 30, 2018  at his home. He was born September 26, 1924 in Kitzville, Minnesota to Ralph and Raffalina (Valente). Paul was raised and worked in Hibbing for all of his life. He had moved to New Braunfels in recent years to be closer to family....

Jan 29, 2018

Alan L. Basche-Husmann

Alan L. Basche-Husmann, 54, Hibbing, died Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 in the Fairview Range Medical Center, Hibbing. He was born Oct. 28, 1963 in Brainerd, MN, the son of Larry and Marilyn Husmann.

Alan was an amazing man. He lit up a room with his smile and personality. He was...

Jan 23, 2018

Shirley Ellen Rice

Shirley E. Rice, 82, longtime resident of Hibbing died Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Evergreen Terrace in Grand Rapids, MN.  She was born on December 18, 1935 to John and Ellen (Hendrickson) Mills in Hibbing.

Shirley was a very devoted caretaker of her family.  She was also known for her dedication and...

Jan 22, 2018

Nancy Verne Blazina 7/19/1948- 1/22/2018

Nancy Verne Larsen Blazina passed away peacefully on 1/22/2018 at Essentia Hospital, Duluth, while surrounded by her loving husband and her family.

Nancy was born July 19, 1948 to Verne J. Larsen and Audrey I (Halvorson) Larsen in International Falls, MN.  She grew up in Ranier,...

Jan 21, 2018

George Glumac, 100, of Hibbing, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2018.  He was born January 1, 1918 in Hibbing to Michael and Anna Glumac.  He grew up in Hibbing and Kewanee, IL.

George loved to fly and spent time in Hibbing and Palmdale, California training for his pilot's license.  He joined the US Navy, was...