All Obituaries

Charles J. DuErr, 92, of Isabella died peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 22, 2020. He was born to Charles and Hazel (Johnson) DuErr in Milwaukee, WI.  Chuck grew up on a farm in rural Wisconsin and spend most of his life in Minneapolis where he was employed by Metro Transit.  He fulfilled a lifelong dream in 1995 when he retired to Isabella. Chuck enjoyed deer hunting and woodworking; his tables and lamps can be found all around Isabella.  After a close friend,...

Darin G. Nelson died Monday, September 21, 2020, at his home in Two Harbors, MN, with his wife Carol, daughter Lisa and dog Rambo by his side.  Darin was born on December 1, 1936, to David and Elizabeth (Lloyd) Nelson in Carrington, ND.  He grew up in Grand Forks, ND, and graduated from the University of North Dakota with a degree in mechanical and industrial engineering.  He enlisted in the Army in 1960 and was transferred to the critical skills program where he was project...

Maria Ostman, 93, formerly of Finland, died Thursday, September 17, 2020 at St. Anthony Health Center. She was born January 26, 1927 to Joseph and Gina (Damiani) Jakovcic in Porec, Yugoslavia, where she grew up and attended school. She arrived in the U. S. on May 17, 1955 at New York City aboard the Andrea Doria.  Three days later she arrived in Beaver Bay and in 1959 she moved to Tettegouche where she was employed as a caretaker for C.K. Quinn.  When Mr. Quinn moved to...

Daniel E. Nelson, 66, of Two Harbors, formerly of the Twin Cities, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at Waterview Shores in Two Harbors. He was born on September 5, 1953 to Arlen and Marjorie (Kindgren) Nelson in Willmar.  Daniel grew up and attended schools in Alexandria and Bloomington. In his free time, Daniel enjoyed hunting and fishing, watching hunting, fishing, and outdoor videos, and talking with all his good buddies. Daniel is survived by his sisters, Debra, Diane,...

Jeanne M. Battaglia, 88, of Two Harbors died on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Northfield Hospital after a brief illness. She was born on April 23, 1932 to John and Kathryn (Krizmonich) Bukovac in Kitzville, MN near Hibbing and grew up and attended schools in Buhl. After her marriage to David Battaglia, they moved to Two Harbors, where Jeanne happily and proudly raised her 5 children.  Jeanne had a great love for her family, friends, and community. She was a member of Holy Spirit...

Mary F. Meyers, 94, of Grand Marais died Monday, August 24, 2020 at North Shore Living Care Center in Grand Marais. She was born on April 17, 1926 to John W. and Nellie (Kreckler) Saylor near New Lebanon, Ohio.  Mary grew up and attended school in Vista, CA. When she was in high school, she was in the National Honor Society and was involved in many different sports, as well as being a cheerleader. After high school she met and married Roy E. Meyers. They moved to Lake Wilson, MN and...

Cynthia S. Starkey, 67, Two Harbors, died Saturday, August 22, 2020 at home with her family at her side. She was born September 14, 1952 to Ira and Virginia Hills in Duluth. She grew up and attended school in Two Harbors. Cindy was employed as a a hairdresser for several years, and operated her own floral shop.  Cindy married and move to Blaine for 14 years.  In 2010, she relocated back to the Two Harbors/Silver Creek area and was a member and coordinator for Pioneer Gift Shop in...

Linda Ann (Norgren) Olson, 73, passed away quietly during the early morning of Friday, August 21, 2020 at Chris Jensen Health and Rehabilitation Center of Duluth, MN.  Her body already fragile from the effects of dementia and diabetes became even more fragile when it became invaded by the relentless COVID-19 until it could not continue the fight any longer. She arrived on November 20, 1946, the first born to Dougal and Doris (Hansen) Norgren of Two Harbors, MN.  Linda could not...

Mona Thums, 86, of Isabella died on Monday, August 17, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. She was born on April 5, 1934 to Frank and Isabel Keppert in Marshfield, Wi.  She married Oliver Thums in 1952 and together they made their home in Isabella, raising 10 children.  Mona enjoyed trips to the casino, embroidering baby quilts, and spending time with her grandchildren.  Mona was a beautiful mother and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her parents;...

Charles William Schroeder, 89, of Two Harbors died on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. He was born to Bill and Louise (Albright) Schroeder on December 22, 1930 on the family farm in Ada, Minnesota, and attended school in Green Meadow Township. After school he worked on the family farm for 4 years. He married Donna Jean Mottleberg on November 28, 1950, and in 1953 they moved to Two Harbors. Charlie was employed by the D M & I R Railroad, Reserve Mining...