All Obituaries

Paul Sievertson was born June 24, 1947 in Minneapolis, MN, to Stanley A. (Bud) Sievertson, and Helen Sievertson.  He passed away on April 12, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth, MN, with his wife and his sisters by his side. Paul was a unique, beautiful, incredibly intelligent, and talented person.  Paul was an artist, an Olympic level speed skater, a woodsman, an information systems whiz, and a hunter.  His body sensed that Paul had lived out the best part of his life ...

In Loving Memory of Darwin “Jerry” Wilson Jr. ‘Makozid’ With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of our beloved ‘Jerry’ Darwin B. Wilson Jr. ‘Makozid’. He left this world on Friday, April 3rd, 2026 in Cass Lake MN, leaving behind a void that will never be filled. His departure has left us with a deep sense of loss and sadness. Jerry was born on June 12, 1951 to Darwin Sr. & Norma Wilson in Cass Lake, MN. He grew up in the Ball ...

After a lifetime of serving God, Reverend Donald Austin Bump was called Home on April 1st, 2026, at the age of 92, at his home in Max, MN. Don was born in Trenton, NJ, on July 11, 1933, as the youngest of two children. He found joy in baseball at a young age and was eventually offered a position in the New York Yankees minor leagues. However, he chose instead to follow God’s calling, and attend Hastings College, where he met and married his first wife, Sandra Sorenson and then ...

Danny Carlson, 84, of Deer River, MN passed away peacefully on March 30th, 2026. Dan was born on December 8th, 1941 in Ogema WI, to Ulton and Patricia Carlson (Dowling). He married Ofelia Carlson and together they raised their children Rosel, Patty, Daniel, and Lana. Dan Served in the US Navy and retired after 20 years in Nevada and moved to Deer River MN in 1985 working as a logger. Dan enjoyed Drawing, golfing, and being a collector. Dan is survived by his wife Ofelia of 50 years. His ...

Phoenix Joseph Morgan was born and passed away on March 27, 2026 in Grand Rapids, MN. survived by: Mom Nina Morgan, Dad Danny Maloney. Visitation: Thursday, April 2, 2026 11:00 to 12:00 Noon Ball Club Community Center Lunch: 12:00 Noon at the center Funeral Service: 1:00 P.M. Ball Club Community Center, with a burial to follow.

Greg Swanson, 73, of Deer River, MN passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026 at his home on Deer Lake surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Greg was born on October 23, 1952 in Deer River, MN to Gerald and Mary Ruth Swanson (Houser). He grew up on the south side of Deer River attending King Elementary and Deer River High School graduating in 1970. On January 22, 1972, he married his high school sweetheart, Janet Danielson. Together they raised their children Todd and ...

Leonard Basil Kossow Age: 96 Address: 307 4th St SE Deer River MN 56636 Date of Death: March 14th 2026   Place of His Death: At his home in Deer River Date of Birth: July 22, 2029   Place of Birth: Deer River MN Survived by: His sons, Kevin Kossow (Debbie), Mike Kossow, David Kossow. His grandchildren, Josh Kossow, Steven Jr Kossow, Janna Kossow, Steven Baker (Desiree), Nick Baker (Rena), Lance Kossow (Sarah), Cody Peck, Brody DeHart, Gavin Kossow, Hunter Kossow (Andy ...

Marion (Mickey) Trudel Loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother. There are not enough words to express our grief at the passing of our beloved Mickey, she will forever live in our hearts ~ The Trudel Family. Mickey passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 12, 2026, at the age of 83. A gathering will be held at Comstock Court, Deer River, at 2;00 p.m. on March 21st, 2026. Marion L. Howsen was born on August 13, 1942, in Deer-River, Mn, to Raymond and ...

Meagan Renee Bowstring Age: 36 Address: 31270 Ball Club Lake Drive, Deer River, MN 56636 Date of Death: February 24, 2026   Place of Death: M-Fairview Southdale Hospital, Edina, MN Date of Birth: July 2, 1989  Place of Birth: Deer River Hospital, Deer River, MN Survived By: Parents: Frank (Trudy) Bowstring, Deer River, MN, Sharon Faye Grauman, Ball Club, MN, Children : Layla Michelle Bowstring, Carsyn Charles Bowstring, Ball Club, MN. Siblings: Robert (Cynthia) Bowstring, ...

Sharon Gwerder was born April 10, 1960 in Oakland, CA. Beloved Mother & Sister to her family, she will forever live in our hearts. Though these times are tough we will continue through these trials with all the love and hope we can provide. We all love and miss you with everything we have. Survived By: Son Michael Hand. Preceded By: Daughter Melissa