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WHAT IS PUBLISHED FOR FREE:

  • HTF will publish a full obituary and a photo (if desired) on our website free of charge.
  • HTF will publish an abbreviated obituary (no photos) in the print edition of the newspaper free of charge.

HOW TO PAY FOR A FULL OBITURARY:

  • A full obituary and a photo (if desired) published in the print edition of the newspaper is charged by the column inch.
  • Once HTF receives the obituary, photo and your request for a full obituary, we will provide you with the cost prior to publication.
  • Payment is due prior to publication and can be handled by phone if paying with a credit card.

The deadline for submission of the print edition obituaries (both full and abbreviated) is first thing Thursday morning, although sooner is always better.

Please email: editor@htfnews.us

David James Lane Jr.



David James Lane Jr., 34, of Keewatin, MN passed away November 23, 2016 at Essentia St. Mary’s Duluth Hospital.  David was born in Hibbing, MN to David and Patricia Lane on February 9, 1982.  David attended DBU for Graphic Design and E-Commerce.  He continued on to Thrawlow, designing and maintaining web sites for different businesses as well as marketing and […]

Ruth Ann Leiviska Maki



Ruth Ann Leiviska Maki, 89, of Aurora, MN, died Saturday, November 26, 2016 at St Raphael’s Health and Rehabilitation Center in Eveleth, MN. Ruth was born March 26, 1927, to Anselm and Jennie (Frandila) Leiviska in Biwabik, MN.  She graduated as an honor student from Aurora High School in June 1945. Ruth worked at the Aurora Coop Store as a […]

Linda Grace Lucarelli



Linda Grace Lucarelli, 69, passed away peacefully at the Virginia Medical Center on Friday, November 25, 2016 after a 5 year struggle with COPD. She was surrounded by her family. Linda was born August 14, 1947 in Biwabik, MN. She was a caring wife, mother and grandmother. She will be missed dearly. Linda is survived by her beloved Husband: Richard […]

Florence J. Cerar



Florence J. Cerar, 90, of Buhl, died peacefully Saturday, November 26, 2016, at Cornerstone Villa in Buhl.  She was born on August 26, 1926, in Buhl to Angelo and Giovanna (DaPra) Marinello.  Florence married Louis P. Cerar and they enjoyed 54 happy years together.  Their daughters are so proud and feel so very blessed to have had such wonderful parents!  […]

Charles H. “Chuck” Brandt



Charles H. “Chuck” Brandt, 80, of Soudan, MN, died Wednesday, November 16, 2016, at home, with his family by his side.  He was born on November 15, 1936 to Carl and Lilly (Lake) Brandt in Virginia, where he grew up. At the age of 15, he joined the Minnesota National Guard, serving until 1954, at which time he enlisted in […]

Ione Frances Marincel



Ione Frances Marincel, 102, of Hibbing, MN and formerly a longtime resident of Parkville, died Wednesday, November 23, 2016, at the Fairview Hospital in Hibbing.  She was born June 10, 1914, in Great Bend, ND, the daughter of Richard and Anna (Kohlhoff) Schulz.  Ione was united in marriage to Michael A. Marincel on May 4, 1946, in Mt. Iron, MN.  […]

Ronald Omer Cuff



Ronald Omer Cuff, 67, lifelong resident of Virginia, MN, died Sunday, November 20, 2016, while walking out from his deer stand near Ely.  He was born July 3, 1949, in Virginia, the son of Robert R. and Genevieve K. (Conaway) Cuff.  He graduated from Virginia High School.  Ron was united in marriage to Marina Gracco on January 15, 1972, in […]

Grief and loss – not just at the holidays




I’m writing from home today. Not because the weather is frightful and I was unable to drive to work, although we have had a couple of those days in the past week. It’s the Saturday after Thanksgiving and I’m writing from home because I was unable to make it to the office this week. Why? Simply stated – grief. Our […]

Compassionate Friends: Supporting families




VIRGINIA – The Iron Range Chapter of The Compassionate Friends was established in September of 2013 as part of a nationwide support group system. Their mission statement: “When a child dies, at any age, the family suffers intense pain and may feel hopeless and isolated. The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the […]

Angel of Hope – Children’s Memorial Park



VIRGINIA – The 8th Annual Candlelight Service at Children’s Memorial Park, located on the south side of Silver Lake, will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 6. The Angel of Hope Children’s Memorial Park in Virginia is part of a national and international network of memorial parks that provide a place of comfort and hope to parents, family members, and friends […]