Obituaries
Gary Hanson
Jul 24, 2026
Gary G. Hanson, 84, of Two Harbors, died Friday, July 24, 2026 at Aspirus-St. Luke’s Hospital.
He was born August 19, 1941 to Gustave and Lenora (Bratt) Hanson in Brainerd and moved to Two Harbors with his family in 1950. After graduating in 1959, Gary served in the US Navy, later returning to Two Harbors.
Gary was preceded in death by his...
Orlando "Lars" Fladmark
Jul 23, 2026
“It’s been a wonderful life.”
Orlando “Lars” Fladmark passed away peacefully with family by his side after a brief illness. He was 91. He lived a remarkable life, and was a classic American success story.
Though most of you knew him as a very successful business and community leader, he did not have an easy start in life. Born during the Great...
Mark A. Klug
Jul 17, 2026
Mark Andrew Klug, age 78, died at home in Two Harbors, MN on July 17, 2026, from complications of primary progressive aphasia and post-polio syndrome.
Mark is survived by his wife of 37 years, Amy Church, and their daughter, Kelsey Klug. He is also survived by his siblings: Alice Aho, John Paul (Cindy) Klug, Martha (Tom) Hanson, and many nieces and...
Carol Berglund
Jul 9, 2026
Carol Berglund, 94, of Grand Marais died Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Aspirus St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth.
She was born on September 14, 1931 to Christian and Agnes (Blomberg) Rude in Duluth and grew up just east of Cascade. After her marriage to Alton Berglund in 1951, they made they home on the farm. Carol worked as an aide and...
William Lind
Jul 4, 2026
William E. “Bill” Lind, 78, Two Harbors, died Saturday, July 4, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital.
Bill was born June 13, 1948 in Two Harbors to Carl and Lillian (Johanson) Lind. He grew up in Castle Danger, where he was baptized and confirmed at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church. Attending school in Two Harbors, he graduated in the Class of 1966. Bill...
James F. Berrill
Jun 28, 2026
James (Jim) F. Berrill, 78, of Silver Bay, MN was born on August 11, 1947 in Chicago and passed away on June 28, 2026 at Waterview Shores after a long illness.
Jim grew up in Downers Grove, IL and graduated from North High School and Northwestern University in Evanston, IL with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He enjoyed his work at...
Frances Ylatupa
Jun 23, 2026
Frances Ylatupa, 95, of Silver Bay, died Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Keystone Bluffs in Duluth.
Fran was born February 18, 1931 to Harold and Erma (Ohato) Hart in Littlefork, MN.
Fran was an active member of the MN USA and Silver Trail Riders. She enjoyed bowling, snowmobiling, camping, golfing, baking, playing dice & cards, spending time with her family and watching...
Diane M Johnson
Jun 22, 2026
Diane (Deade) Marie Johnson, age 76, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of profound kindness, community service, and vibrant creativity.
A Life of Learning and Adventure
Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on May 19, 1950, to Edward and Marvel Lundeen, Diane grew up in Rochester and Fridley. She graduated from Columbia Heights High School in 1968 and went...
Lindalee V Maki
Jun 20, 2026
Lindalee Victoria Ann Maki, 79, Two Harbors, died on Saturday, June 20, 2026, after a brief illness.
Linda was born February 6, 1947 to Edward and Lorraine (Olaf) Zuchowski in Superior, where she grew up and attended school. She was employed as a licensed practical nurse for several years, and later as a surgical technician, retiring from St. Luke’s Hospital. She...
Helen B. Robinson
Jun 18, 2026
Helen Beatrice Robinson, 91, of Silver Bay, met her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ face to face on Thursday, June 18, 2026. She passed peacefully at home.
Helen loved the Lord and spent her life being an example of Christian principles. Her heart's desire is that everyone would come to know her Jesus.
Helen was born September 30, 1934 to Guy and...
Lee Dana Olsen
Jun 10, 2026
Lee D. Olsen, 73, of Two Harbors, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at home.
He was born May 9, 1953 to Robert “Robbie” and Jeanne (Erickson) Olsen in Duluth. He grew up at Bassett Lake then Two Harbors, graduating in 1971. Lee was employed for a short time on the Great Lakes ore boats before becoming a welder for...
Franklin John Rabold
Jun 9, 2026
Franklin John Rabold, 87, of Grand Marais, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 9th at the Silver Bay Veteran’s Home in Silver Bay, MN.
He was born December 23, 1938 to Dagney Jacobsen in Portland, OR and at a young age moved back to the family home in Hovland, MN. He was raised by his grandmother Anna Jacobsen...
Carl E. "Gene" Schreyer
Jun 4, 2026
Carl E. “Gene” Schreyer, 94, Two Harbors, passed from his temporary home to his eternal home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Waterview Shores.
Gene was born July 24, 1931 to Karl and Muriel (Riesberg) Schreyer in Rice Lake, WI. After moving to Seattle for a short time as a child, the family returned...
Gregory Gerard
May 28, 2026
With profound sadness, we share the passing of our brother Gregory Gerard. He went to be with Jesus on May 26th after a hard-fought battle with cancer at the age of 70
Greg was born in Minneapolis, MN on June 16th, 1955. He was one of 7 children and certainly was one of a kind! He had a way of keeping...
Leslie R. "Mick" Bolen
May 20, 2026
Leslie Roger “Mick” Bolen, 86, Knife River, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Waterview Shores in Two Harbors.
Mick was born July 6, 1939 to Roger and Sylvia (Salakka) Bolen. He attended schools in Knife River and Two Harbors and was a lifelong resident of Knife River until moving to the Waterview Shores in 2016.
Mick enjoyed long walks in the...
Harlan J Olson
May 20, 2026
Harlan J. Olson, 103, of Two Harbors died Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Waterview Shores.
He was born April 30, 1923 to Thomas and Stella (Johnson) Olson in Evansville, MN. Harlan grew up in Duluth and was drafted into the Army just weeks before his graduation from Denfeld High School. At the age of 101, he was invited to return to...
Patricia M. Anderson
May 19, 2026
Patricia (Leonard) Anderson, 79, of Finland, MN, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at St. Luke’s in Duluth, MN, after a brief battle with dementia.
Born on November 10th, 1946, in Sheboygan, WI, Patricia was the daughter of Clarence Leonard and Mary (Bill) Williams. She grew up in Sheboygan, WI and graduated from North High School. On Aug 2nd, 1992...
Priscilla L. Revier
May 18, 2026
Priscilla Lynn Revier, 86, Tofte, died Monday, May 18, 2026 at North Shore Health in Grand Marais.
Priscilla was born September 17, 1939 to Johannes and Verna (Jacobson) Monson in Two Harbors. She grew up in Tofte and attended school there through the 6th grade, then Grand Marais at the old school 7th and 8th grade, then the new school, graduating...
Paul A. Beckey
May 18, 2026
Paul A. Beckey, 80, of Two Harbors, died Monday, May 18, 2026 at the Barross Cottage.
Paul was born July 13, 1945 to Paul J. and Oma Lea (Lackey) Beckey in Minneapolis, where he grew up and attended school. He met his wife, Sarah Nelson, while working in a record company, where she also worked. They were married July 23, 1971.
Paul...
Margaret L Carlsen
May 11, 2026
Margaret Carlsen, 92, of Schroeder, died peacefully, Monday, May 11, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital. Margaret was born December 12, 1933 to Conrad and Fern Lorntson at home in Beaver Bay.
She was a trained First Responder, a member of the Sons of Norway Two Harbors Terje Viken Lodge 1-017, a founding member of the Schroeder Area Historical Society, as well...
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