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

Walter Ernest Walker, Jr.

Walter Ernest Walker, Jr., 99, formerly of Cook, died on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at Trinity Care Center in Farmington, MN. Walter was born in Philadelphia, PA, on Jan. 14, 1921, to Walter E. Walker and Ida (Richman) Walker. Walter attended school in Philadelphia and graduated from Roxborough High School in 1939. After working as a draftsman for Phil-co Corporation […]

Deane Anthony Morrow

Deane Anthony Morrow, 49, of Hibbing, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 22, 2020, at Fairview Range Medical Center. Deane was born on May 28, 1971, in Hibbing, to Allen and Roberta (Sjoblom) Morrow. He graduated from Cherry High School in 1990. Following high school, he worked for Sabins Blacktop Service before going on to start his first business, Range […]