Obituaries
ROBERT ARNOLD PAULSON
Aug 23, 2026
Robert “Bob” Arnold Paulson, 87, of Moose Lake, Minnesota, formerly of Willow River, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Moose Lake Assisted Living.
Bob was born in Denham, Minnesota, on September 9, 1938, to Arnold and Mildred (Schejbal) Paulson. He graduated from Willow River High School in 1956 and went on to attend the University of Minnesota, graduating...
CHIVON M. PALMER
Jul 31, 2026
Chivon M. Palmer, 46, Barnum, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. She was born on October 27, 1979 in Duluth. Chivon grew up in Moose Lake and attended Moose Lake High School graduating in 1998. On August 22, 2020, Chivon married Dwayne Palmer in Barnum. She...
GRACE MARGARET BRUNNER
Jul 23, 2026
Grace Margaret (Hennessy) Brunner, 94, of Moose Lake, formerly of Minot, ND, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, Thursday, July 23, 2026.
Grace was born on August 11, 1931, to Clarence and Effie (Harris) Hennessy in Lone Tree, ND, where she grew up.
She married Tony Brunner on April 24, 1952, in Des Lacs, ND. Together, they...
ODA MAE SMITH
Jul 23, 2026
Oda Mae Smith, 99, passed away peacefully on July 23rd, one day before her 100th birthday with her family by her side at Oakview Assisted Living in Moose Lake. Mae was born on July 24, 1926, at the family homestead in Connersville, IN.
When Mae was two, they moved to Rushville, IN and grew up on the family farm. In 1944...
BRAD "BUBBA" RAMBERG
Jul 22, 2026
Brad “Bubba” Ramberg, 62, of Cromwell, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. He was born on February 17, 1964, in Rush City, Minnesota, to Dean and Marlys Ramberg. Brad grew up in Harris, where he attended North Branch High School, graduating in 1982. He continued his education at Anoka Community College before attending Huron University...
ANNETTE JUNE ANDERSON
Jul 20, 2026
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Annette June Anderson, 82, Moose Lake, died peacefully on Monday, July 20, 2026 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on June 6, 1944 in Moose Lake to Harold and Ruth (Lingle) Swanson. Annette grew up in Denham and attended Willow River High School graduating in 1963. On June 8, 1963,...
THEODORE "TED" C. KOSLOSKI
Jul 15, 2026
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Theodore “Ted” C. Kosloski, 85, Moose Lake, formerly of Willow River, died peacefully with his loving wife by his side on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 in Moose Lake Village. He fought a brave battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy for over 7 years.
He was born on January 29, 1941 to Toful and Dorothy (Larson) Kosloski in Kettle...
BARBARA "BARB" L. ELLINGSON
Jul 13, 2026
Barbara “Barb” L. Ellingson, 83, Moose Lake, formerly of Maple Grove, died peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2026 in Oakview Assisted Living. She was born in Waterloo, IA on July 24, 1942 to Walter and Dorothy Kelly. Barb grew up in Austin where she graduated from high school. On June 23, 1962, Barb married Marvin Ellingson. They lived in Fridley...
DELORES V. JOHNSON
Jul 12, 2026
Delores V. Johnson, 95, Kerrick, died Sunday, July 12, 2026 at her home where she loved to garden and nurture animals through the years. She was born on March 17, 1931 in Clear Creek Twp., Carlton County where she grew up. Delores graduated from Wrenshall High School in 1949 and then attended St. Luke’s Nursing School in Duluth. Delores worked...
JAMES J. SCHARRER
Jul 9, 2026
James J. Scharrer, 63, Faribault, died peacefully at Inisfail One Group Home.
JJ received wonderful care throughout the years at Inisfail One Group Home and Rice County Day Activity Center.
He was preceded in death by his mom, Sharon.
JJ will be lovingly remembered by his dad, Jeffery A. Scharrer; two brothers: Jeffery J. (Robin) Scharrer and Joseph (Joy) Scharrer; numerous nieces, nephews,...
YVONNE MAE YOUNG
Jul 7, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Yvonne Mae Young, age 88, on July 7, 2026 of Moose Lake, MN. Yvonne was born on October 19, 1937, in Johnston City, IL, to Agenor and Eleanor (Arnsmeyer) Descamp. She married John Young on February 22, 1956, in her hometown of Johnston City, IL. Yvonne found her greatest...
RAYMOND RICHARD WALETZKO
Jun 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Raymond Richard Waletzko, who peacefully passed away at his home on June 27, 2026, at the age of 89, with his loving family by his side.
Ray was born to Jake and Frances Waletzko in Willow River, February 6th 1937.
On February 27, 1960, Ray married the love of his life,...
CONSTANCE ANNE GLATTLY
Jun 26, 2026
Connie A. Glattly, 86, of Willow River, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital after a brave battle with mesothelioma. She was born on October 4, 1939, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Bernard and Anna Binard and grew up in Denver, CO. She graduated from Cathedral High School in Denver and attended Loretto Heights College...
DENNIS LEE SALMELA
Jun 23, 2026
Dennis Lee Salmela, 69, of Sturgeon Lake, made his last cast while he was surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at his home where he received amazing care from his family, along with St. Croix Hospice. He was born on February 18, 1957 in Sandstone, MN to Matlan and Romelda “Toni” Salmela. Dennis graduated from Willow...
BETTY JUNE COUGHLIN
Jun 18, 2026
Betty June Coughlin, 87, Moose Lake, was reunited with her dear love, Maury, as she peacefully died on Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Moose Lake Village. She was born on June 28, 1938 in White Earth, MN to Laura and Cecil Cook, Sr. Betty grew up in Ogema, MN and attended Waubun High School where she graduated in 1956. She...
ROBERT L. ANDERSON
Jun 14, 2026
Robert L. Anderson, aged 67, of McGregor, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026. He was born on June 5, 1959, in Moose Lake, Minnesota. Robert's life was characterized by his dedication to family and his diverse career in the construction industry. Over the years, he contributed to various projects, working with passion and diligence in roles that included...
Terry "Mouse" Roy
Jun 5, 2026
Terry “Mouse” Floyd Roy, 75, Sturgeon Lake, died peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2026 at his home surrounded by family and friends, listening to his favorite music. He was born on May 13, 1951 in Cloquet to Kenneth and Violet Roy. Terry grew up in Cloquet and graduated in 1969 from Cloquet High School where he was active in basketball...
Ruby Eldora Wilson
May 25, 2026
Ruby Eldora Wilson, 81, of Sturgeon Lake, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, at St. Mary's Essentia Hospital in Duluth. She was born on March 7, 1945, in Moose Lake to Annar and Marie (Broten) Olsen.
Ruby was raised on the family homestead on Split Rock Road near Denham. She graduated from Willow River...
Maureen Frances (Alexander) Durand
May 15, 2026
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It is with great love and gratitude for her remarkable life that we share the passing of Maureen Frances (Alexander) Durand on May 15, 2026 - a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Born in Ada, MN on February 12, 1949, and raised in North Minneapolis, Maureen was a proud...
Helen Joanne Johnson
May 11, 2026
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Our Mom, our Minnesota Angel, Helen "Joanne" Johnson, age 94, began eternal life on May 11, 2026. On December 9, 1931, she was born in the family home in the township of Corona (Mahtowa, MN) to John Francis and Charlotte Nesbitt Grimm and named Cecelia Helen. Charlotte died in...
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