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Civic leader was ‘one of those people you enjoyed getting to know’
Life-long area resident Herb Johnson died this week. A public servant, a politician, an active church member and a dedicated volunteer, it would be difficult to narrow down Johnson’s most distinguished accomplishment.
Friday, October, 05, 2012 - Pine Journal - News
Life-long area resident Herb Johnson died this week. A public servant, a politician, an active church member and a dedicated volunteer, it would be difficult to narrow down Johnson’s most distinguished accomplishment.
Friday, October, 05, 2012 - Pine Journal - News
Mardel Lucille Milberger
Mardel Lucille "Gramma Del" Milberger, 75, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2012, in Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton, Minn., with her family by her side. She was born Dec. 9, 1936, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Emery and Esther Wurtz. She later moved to Cloquet. Mardel married Gordon Milberger. She was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 262. She was a hard-working woman, having several jobs throughout her life including the Great Lakes Fishery, the Cloquet Country Club before retiring from the American Legion as bar manager. Mardel loved to volunteer her time, being a reader at Washington, Fond du Lac and Churchill schools. She enjoyed working on fundraisers and other events, with her favorite of all being the annual Halloween Party for Pinewood Learning Center. Mardel loved to bake and was known for her cakes, with a family favorite being her grasshopper pie. Mardel had a great passion for people and treated all with great respect. Her greatest joy of all was her family and friends.
Friday, October, 05, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Mardel Lucille "Gramma Del" Milberger, 75, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2012, in Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton, Minn., with her family by her side. She was born Dec. 9, 1936, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Emery and Esther Wurtz. She later moved to Cloquet. Mardel married Gordon Milberger. She was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 262. She was a hard-working woman, having several jobs throughout her life including the Great Lakes Fishery, the Cloquet Country Club before retiring from the American Legion as bar manager. Mardel loved to volunteer her time, being a reader at Washington, Fond du Lac and Churchill schools. She enjoyed working on fundraisers and other events, with her favorite of all being the annual Halloween Party for Pinewood Learning Center. Mardel loved to bake and was known for her cakes, with a family favorite being her grasshopper pie. Mardel had a great passion for people and treated all with great respect. Her greatest joy of all was her family and friends.
Friday, October, 05, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Costs of retirement fund, hockey facilities dominate debate
The Cloquet School Board voted to stay the course at its Monday night meeting, opting not to make a change in fund managers for its $6 million Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) trust.
Friday, September, 28, 2012 - Pine Journal - News
The Cloquet School Board voted to stay the course at its Monday night meeting, opting not to make a change in fund managers for its $6 million Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) trust.
Friday, September, 28, 2012 - Pine Journal - News
Our Neighbors...Paul Fahlstrom
Paul Fahlstrom, a 1947 Cloquet graduate, shares a life story that includes working on the first United States human spaceflight program and writing several books about Cloquet history.
Friday, September, 28, 2012 - Pine Journal - Our Neighbors
Paul Fahlstrom, a 1947 Cloquet graduate, shares a life story that includes working on the first United States human spaceflight program and writing several books about Cloquet history.
Friday, September, 28, 2012 - Pine Journal - Our Neighbors
Robert William Haglund
Robert William Haglund, 69, of Cloquet, Minn., died Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012, in his home. He was born Nov. 28, 1942, in Cloquet to William and Alice Haglund. Bob grew up in Blackhoof and graduated from Carlton High School in 1960. He worked for Northwest Paper, Potlatch and Sappi before retiring in 2003 after 42 years. He was a member of the Potlatch Quarter Century Club. Bob loved to golf at Grandview with his best friend Steve Bottila and was a lifelong Green Bay Packer fan.
Friday, September, 28, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Robert William Haglund, 69, of Cloquet, Minn., died Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012, in his home. He was born Nov. 28, 1942, in Cloquet to William and Alice Haglund. Bob grew up in Blackhoof and graduated from Carlton High School in 1960. He worked for Northwest Paper, Potlatch and Sappi before retiring in 2003 after 42 years. He was a member of the Potlatch Quarter Century Club. Bob loved to golf at Grandview with his best friend Steve Bottila and was a lifelong Green Bay Packer fan.
Friday, September, 28, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Donald Morton Erickson
Donald M. Erickson, 75, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012, at his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1937, in Cloquet to John E. and Inga H. (Jokela) Erickson. Donald served his country in the United States Navy as a radioman. He was united in marriage to MaryAnn Novacinski on March 28, 1959, in Carlton, Minn. Donald retired from Potlatch Corporation as a pipefitter and was a member of the Potlatch Quarter Century Club and the Hebert-Kennedy VFW Post 3979 of Cloquet. He enjoyed gardening and baking (especially his breads and rolls), and was a great husband, fabulous dad and wonderful grandfather.
Tuesday, September, 25, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Donald M. Erickson, 75, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012, at his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1937, in Cloquet to John E. and Inga H. (Jokela) Erickson. Donald served his country in the United States Navy as a radioman. He was united in marriage to MaryAnn Novacinski on March 28, 1959, in Carlton, Minn. Donald retired from Potlatch Corporation as a pipefitter and was a member of the Potlatch Quarter Century Club and the Hebert-Kennedy VFW Post 3979 of Cloquet. He enjoyed gardening and baking (especially his breads and rolls), and was a great husband, fabulous dad and wonderful grandfather.
Tuesday, September, 25, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Northland Nature-Plenty of migration going on in the Northland
With the autumnal equinox in mid-September, we feel in many ways like the new season has already begun. Cool morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s greet us each day.
Saturday, September, 22, 2012 - Pine Journal - Outdoors
With the autumnal equinox in mid-September, we feel in many ways like the new season has already begun. Cool morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s greet us each day.
Saturday, September, 22, 2012 - Pine Journal - Outdoors
Doris M. Hargan
Doris M. Hargan, 79, of Mounds, Ill., peacefully left this earth on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012. She was born June 22, 1933, the daughter of Eino Esaeas and Helmi Wilhelmina (Wiita) Ikola at home on the family's small dairy farm, located in a Finnish community in rural Esko, Minn. She and Harold David Hargan were married July 8, 1955, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mound City, Ill. Doris was a graduate of Esko High School in Thomson Township, where she was a cheerleader for the "Esko Eskomos." She continued her education in Duluth, Minn., and then began her 44-year career as an X-ray technician in 1953 at St. Mary's hospital in Cairo, Ill., and thereafter served in a variety of roles at the Community Health Clinic in Cairo, Ill. She retired in 2011, having dedicated 58 years in service to others.
Tuesday, September, 18, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Doris M. Hargan, 79, of Mounds, Ill., peacefully left this earth on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012. She was born June 22, 1933, the daughter of Eino Esaeas and Helmi Wilhelmina (Wiita) Ikola at home on the family's small dairy farm, located in a Finnish community in rural Esko, Minn. She and Harold David Hargan were married July 8, 1955, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mound City, Ill. Doris was a graduate of Esko High School in Thomson Township, where she was a cheerleader for the "Esko Eskomos." She continued her education in Duluth, Minn., and then began her 44-year career as an X-ray technician in 1953 at St. Mary's hospital in Cairo, Ill., and thereafter served in a variety of roles at the Community Health Clinic in Cairo, Ill. She retired in 2011, having dedicated 58 years in service to others.
Tuesday, September, 18, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Guest view: Let’s make good on the promise of education for everyone
Not all students will be attending college. Those who do not – for whatever reason – must be provided equal opportunity to develop their future career as those who do go on to college.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Pine Journal - Opinion
Not all students will be attending college. Those who do not – for whatever reason – must be provided equal opportunity to develop their future career as those who do go on to college.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Pine Journal - Opinion
Barbara Lee Painter
Barbara L. Painter, 63, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, Minn., surrounded by her family. She was born July 20, 1949, in Ashland, Wis., to Robert and Evelyn (Warren) Willoughby and graduated from Iron River High School, the last class before the high school closed. Barb was united in marriage to Dennis S. Painter on Sept. 17, 1971, in Cloquet and she worked at Diamond Brands for 21 years retiring as safety director. Barb was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school, worked with the youth, Alanon, and also with Alateen Children. She was also a member of the Hebert-Kennedy VFW Auxiliary of Cloquet and the Iron River American Legion Auxiliary. Barb loved to sew, made rag dolls and doll clothes and repaired the neighbor kids' clothes for hugs.
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Barbara L. Painter, 63, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, Minn., surrounded by her family. She was born July 20, 1949, in Ashland, Wis., to Robert and Evelyn (Warren) Willoughby and graduated from Iron River High School, the last class before the high school closed. Barb was united in marriage to Dennis S. Painter on Sept. 17, 1971, in Cloquet and she worked at Diamond Brands for 21 years retiring as safety director. Barb was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school, worked with the youth, Alanon, and also with Alateen Children. She was also a member of the Hebert-Kennedy VFW Auxiliary of Cloquet and the Iron River American Legion Auxiliary. Barb loved to sew, made rag dolls and doll clothes and repaired the neighbor kids' clothes for hugs.
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Northland Nature...Warbler waves passing through
These last days of August are filled with nature happenings. We most likely note the produce from the garden or early apples and grapes now getting ripe. But much more is going on among other plants.
Saturday, September, 01, 2012 - Pine Journal - Outdoors
These last days of August are filled with nature happenings. We most likely note the produce from the garden or early apples and grapes now getting ripe. But much more is going on among other plants.
Saturday, September, 01, 2012 - Pine Journal - Outdoors
Barnum alumnus recalls fiery start to World War II
You’ve heard of baptism by fire? Such was the beginning of World War II for Barnum graduate Donald Long.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Pine Journal - Our Neighbors
You’ve heard of baptism by fire? Such was the beginning of World War II for Barnum graduate Donald Long.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Pine Journal - Our Neighbors
Joseph Lucas Wojtysiak
Joseph "Joe" L. Wojtysiak, 61, of Carlton, Minn., passed away Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Moose Lake, Minn., on May 2, 1951, to Frances (Gresczyk) and Joseph F. Wojtysiak. Joe proudly served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He managed the VFW in Carlton for 18 years. Joe began working for Potlatch Corporation/Sappi Fine Paper in 1990 and recently retired due to health complications. Joe married Janet Cozzi on Feb. 14, 1987, and they resided and raised their children in Carlton for the past 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and extended family. He was active with the Carlton Honor Guard Post 2962 for 39 years and served as captain for 35 years. Joe was an avid hunter and fisherman and a diehard Vikings fan. He thoroughly enjoyed going to the hunting shack in Wright, Minn.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Joseph "Joe" L. Wojtysiak, 61, of Carlton, Minn., passed away Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Moose Lake, Minn., on May 2, 1951, to Frances (Gresczyk) and Joseph F. Wojtysiak. Joe proudly served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He managed the VFW in Carlton for 18 years. Joe began working for Potlatch Corporation/Sappi Fine Paper in 1990 and recently retired due to health complications. Joe married Janet Cozzi on Feb. 14, 1987, and they resided and raised their children in Carlton for the past 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and extended family. He was active with the Carlton Honor Guard Post 2962 for 39 years and served as captain for 35 years. Joe was an avid hunter and fisherman and a diehard Vikings fan. He thoroughly enjoyed going to the hunting shack in Wright, Minn.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Ruth Johanna Ezell
Ruth J. Ezell, 91, of Carlton, Minn., passed away on Tuesday morning, Aug. 21, 2012, at Essentia Health Care in Duluth, Minn., surrounded by her loving family. She was born Ruth Johanna Lundquist to Adolph and Alma (Mannisto) Lundquist on June 24, 1921, in Duluth. She was raised in Duluth and later moved to New York Mills, Minn., where she graduated from high school in 1939. Ruth went attended Hibbing Junior College for two years before going on to the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Her education was interrupted by the attack on Pearl Harbor and declaration of World War II. She enlisted in the United States Army where she served as Chief Radio Operator. Ruth later continued her education at the University of Minnesota Duluth. She was employed as a laboratory technician by St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth and later as an educator at both the Moose Lake School District and Carlton School District from where she retired in 1984.
Tuesday, August, 28, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Ruth J. Ezell, 91, of Carlton, Minn., passed away on Tuesday morning, Aug. 21, 2012, at Essentia Health Care in Duluth, Minn., surrounded by her loving family. She was born Ruth Johanna Lundquist to Adolph and Alma (Mannisto) Lundquist on June 24, 1921, in Duluth. She was raised in Duluth and later moved to New York Mills, Minn., where she graduated from high school in 1939. Ruth went attended Hibbing Junior College for two years before going on to the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Her education was interrupted by the attack on Pearl Harbor and declaration of World War II. She enlisted in the United States Army where she served as Chief Radio Operator. Ruth later continued her education at the University of Minnesota Duluth. She was employed as a laboratory technician by St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth and later as an educator at both the Moose Lake School District and Carlton School District from where she retired in 1984.
Tuesday, August, 28, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Dennis L. House
Dennis L. House, 72, of Baxter, Minn., died Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012, at his home. He was born Feb. 11, 1940, in Cloquet, Minn., the son of Lester and Theresa (Gray) House. After high school, Denny married Karel Franklin on Dec. 6, 1958. He started working for Northwest Paper Company in Cloquet before being transferred to Potlatch in Brainerd in 1963 as a coater supervisor and later, maintenance coordinator. In 1996, Denny retired, but he stayed busy. He enjoyed woodworking, maintaining his yard, and going camping with friends. He was an avid Nascar fan. He volunteered for the Elks and was also a trustee. He did everything but play golf. He was a devoted husband, dad, grandpa and friend to everyone who entered his life. We've always been amazed by his courage, strength and determination but never so much as in the past few months during his illness. He led by example and was admired by all.
Tuesday, August, 28, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Dennis L. House, 72, of Baxter, Minn., died Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012, at his home. He was born Feb. 11, 1940, in Cloquet, Minn., the son of Lester and Theresa (Gray) House. After high school, Denny married Karel Franklin on Dec. 6, 1958. He started working for Northwest Paper Company in Cloquet before being transferred to Potlatch in Brainerd in 1963 as a coater supervisor and later, maintenance coordinator. In 1996, Denny retired, but he stayed busy. He enjoyed woodworking, maintaining his yard, and going camping with friends. He was an avid Nascar fan. He volunteered for the Elks and was also a trustee. He did everything but play golf. He was a devoted husband, dad, grandpa and friend to everyone who entered his life. We've always been amazed by his courage, strength and determination but never so much as in the past few months during his illness. He led by example and was admired by all.
Tuesday, August, 28, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Martin Hovde
Martin Hovde, 85, of Cloquet, Minn., died Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, in Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton, Minn. He was born Oct. 20, 1926, in Walker, Minn., to Arne and Anna Hovde. He graduated from Walker High School in 1945. Martin served in the United States Army during World War II. On June 21, 1947, he married Charlotte Hunt in Palisade, Minn. Martin worked as the postmaster at Ah Gwah Ching for several years. He drove truck for Eddy's Bread in Floodwood and Grand Rapids, Minn. He also managed the Holiday Station Store in Grand Rapids. In 1967 he moved to Cloquet where he managed the Cloquet Holiday Station Store until 1988. He then worked at Alaspa Gas Station until retiring in 2006 at the age of 80.
Tuesday, August, 21, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Martin Hovde, 85, of Cloquet, Minn., died Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, in Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton, Minn. He was born Oct. 20, 1926, in Walker, Minn., to Arne and Anna Hovde. He graduated from Walker High School in 1945. Martin served in the United States Army during World War II. On June 21, 1947, he married Charlotte Hunt in Palisade, Minn. Martin worked as the postmaster at Ah Gwah Ching for several years. He drove truck for Eddy's Bread in Floodwood and Grand Rapids, Minn. He also managed the Holiday Station Store in Grand Rapids. In 1967 he moved to Cloquet where he managed the Cloquet Holiday Station Store until 1988. He then worked at Alaspa Gas Station until retiring in 2006 at the age of 80.
Tuesday, August, 21, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Northland Nature - August belongs to the insects
By this time of month, we’re getting a good look at what August has to offer. Our days have been warm, but not as hot as earlier. Later sunrises revealing dew-covered cool mornings that warm in the afternoons and in the evenings, we note earlier sunsets.
Sunday, August, 19, 2012 - Pine Journal - Outdoors
By this time of month, we’re getting a good look at what August has to offer. Our days have been warm, but not as hot as earlier. Later sunrises revealing dew-covered cool mornings that warm in the afternoons and in the evenings, we note earlier sunsets.
Sunday, August, 19, 2012 - Pine Journal - Outdoors
To the Editor-School board member requests your help
Thursday, August, 16, 2012 - Pine Journal - Opinion
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