Publish an obituary in Hometown Focus

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

Ruth McClain

Ruth McClain rejoined her traveling buddy, Bob, in the Great RV Park in God’s beautiful desert on Jan. 12, 2019.  She left this world surrounded by peace and love at her daughter’s home in Minneapolis after a year-long battle with cancer.  She didn’t let the illness define her and kept herself busy right up to the end. To those of […]

Charles Chester Hoffman

Charles Chester Hoffman, 87, of Buyck passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019 at the Cook Hospital. Charles was born to Stanley and Rose (Lasky) Hoffman on Nov. 19, 1931 in Buyck. Charles attended school in Buyck, graduating from Orr High School. He enlisted in the Navy in March of 1950, serving honorably until his release from duty in December […]

Robin Lee Jarvi

Robin Lee Jarvi, 62, of Eveleth died Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth after a courageous battle with cancer. Robin was born on Nov. 25, 1956 to Woitto “Skip” and Carol (McFaul) Jarvi in Virginia.  He grew up in Lakeland and attended Biwabik High School, graduating from the Class of 1975.  Robin continued his education at […]

Ruth Audrey Kenyon

Ruth Audrey Kenyon, 88, of Aurora died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019 at the New Journey Residence in Biwabik. Ruth was born on Nov. 19, 1930 to Richard and Alma (Hendrickson) Sundstrom in Duluth.  Following her schooling, Ruth married Laverne J. Kenyon on Feb. 21, 1948 in Duluth.  Early on she had worked as an elevator operator in Duluth.  She was later […]

Rhonda Renee’ Jacobson

Rhonda Renee’ Jacobson, 55, died January 10, 2019, after a valiant battle with ALS. Rhonda was born May 14, 1963 to Charlene and James Johnson of Biwabik. She graduated from Biwabik High School in 1983 and then received training as a legal secretary. She married Dan Jacobson on September 28th 1985.  The lived in Duluth for a time, but then built […]

Carol Jean Stephens

Carol Jean Stephens, 76, of Aurora died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. She was born April 7, 1942 in Eveleth to Harry “Bud” and Elaine (Prout) Scholar.  Carol attended school in McKinley and graduated from Aurora-Hoyt Lakes High School in 1960.  On October 7, 1977 she married Robert Stephens. Carol worked as a bartender at the […]

Roberta L. Koivisto

Roberta L. Koivisto, 66, of Virginia, passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019 at her residence. Roberta was born April 19, 1952 in Virginia to Wilho and Verna (Hill) Koivisto. She attended school in the Palo/Markham area and concluded her schooling in Eveleth. Roberta was most recently employed with the East Range DAC in Eveleth. Roberta enjoyed the Food Network, art, […]

William (Bill) Irving Hill

William (Bill) Irving Hill, 98, passed away Dec. 31, 2018 at his home on Long Lake in Fayal Township. Bill was born to Jacob and Anna (Rautio) Hill May 6, 1920 in Eveleth. He was a graduate of Eveleth High School, class of 1938. Following high school, he attended Eveleth Junior College and became a licensed electrician. Bill began a […]

Anorine (Marie, Marcella, Jean) Brusacoram, Kishel, Christianson

Anorine (Marie, Marcella, Jean) Brusacoram, Kishel, Christianson, 87, passed away on Jan. 8, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth. A memorial service will be planned at a later date.

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