Eugene Howard Jones, 71, passed away in Saint Paul, MN on September 5, 2016. He was born in Chico, CA on August 16, 2945 to Eugene and Dorothy (Moxley) Joes Sr.
He served in the U.S. Marines and had been a hospital administrator. Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.

Warren Louis Jackson, 74, of Ely passed away on Friday, September 2, 2016. He was bornon November 19, 1942 to Einar and Lila (Kivikko) Jackson in Clark County, WI.
He was a U.S. veteran and had been a longshoreman prior to retiring in Ely. Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.

Peter J. Jiacik, 88, of Ely passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth.
He was born on September 7, 1928 to Peter and Ann (Kuznik) Jiacik in Ely, MN. Peter graduated from Ely Memorial High School where he was a member of the swim team and worked for the Forest Service during his summers. After high school he joined the Army as a cook and served during the Korean War.
On June 13, 1949 he was united in marriage to Rose Mary Prijatel at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Ely. After his military service, he worked in the Zenith Mine. Peter than became a police officer for the Ely Police Department and eventually served as Chief of Police until his retirement. During his career he was also a fishing guide on Basswood Lake for many years.
Peter was a lifelong resident of Ely until moving to Eveleth in 2014 to be closer to family. He enjoyed a wide range of outdoor activities including berry picking, bird hunting, and traveling to visit relatives across the country. Fishing was a passion he enjoyed with friends and family. His trips ranged from local Ely fishing, to deep sea fishing, to the annual Canada trips he enjoyed so much. Peter’s most treasured time was spent with his family, specifically his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved children so much and every child would light up when grandpa walked in the room.
Peter is survived by five children: Rose Ann Chinn of Gilbert, MN, Jean (John) Akkanen of Embarrass, MN, Nancy Erickson of Virginia, MN, Peter (Marsha) Jiacik of Palm Coast, FL, Mark (Toy) Jiacik of Garland, TX; 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter. Sisters Dorothy (Dan) Stember, Carol Janeksela and a brother, Richard (Karen) Jiacik and many relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Rose, brother Paul Jiacik, sons-in-law Gerald Chinn and Daniel Erickson.
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 a.m. Saturday, September 10, 2016 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Ely with Rev. Fr. Bill Skarich as celebrant. Visitation will be for 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Military rites will be accorded by the Ely Honor Guard. Burial will be in the Ely Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are with the Landmark Funeral Home

Rose Perushek, former long-time resident of Ely passed away on August 24, 2016 in Bellingham, Washington at the age of 95. She was born January 24, 1921 in Ely, Minnesota to Frank and Angela Miklaucic.
She was married November 8, 1939 to Frank (Slabs) Perushek. Slabs died in 1978. In 1991 she moved to Langley on Whidbey Island and to Bellingham to be near her daughter, Phyllis.
Rose was an avid gardener, fantastic cook and baker, especially of Slovenian cuisine, and her kitchen was always humming with the sounds and the aromas of dishes and bakery that she would be making for her family and friends. The coffee pot was always on for anyone who dropped by to visit. She crocheted many afghans for her children and grandchildren and contributed her crocheted articles to the Senior Citizens Workshop in Langley. She truly loved her dog, Sonny, who was her constant companion from 1997-2008 after she adopted him from the WAIF shelter on Whidbey Island. As a parent she was always there for her children but was never afraid to let go and allow them to follow their own paths.
Rose is survived by her sister Emma Ronkainen; her children: Phillip (Ardis) of Kronenwetter, Wisconsin, Phyllis Schmidt of Bellingham, Washington and Peggy (Jeff) Davis of Brentwood, California; six grandchildren: Joanna (Steve) Cordell, Julianna (Steve) Spada, Joseph and Michael Perushek, Kim (Jason) Wieloch, Penny (Cory) Diamond and four great-grandchildren: Katherine Perushek, Rachel Wieloch, Tina and Jin Diamond.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank (Slabs) and siblings Edward, Frank, John and Angela (Mobilia) Miklaucic.
Services will be held at a later date in Ely.

Irene K. Richter, 96, of Brainerd, formerly of Ely, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2016 at Woodland Good Samaritan Village in Brainerd. Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.

Dr. Donald (Don) Langan, 72, passed away September 13, 2016, at his home. He was born in Park Rapids, MN, to parents, Don and Nina (Benham) Langan, on December 8, 1943. He grew up in Park
Rapids and graduated high school there. He received a B.S. degree in English, and psychology from Bemidji State in 1964 and married Sharon Stenberg in 1964. They moved to the Oregon coast in January, 1965, and began a successful career teaching English, speech and drama and coaching several state wrestling champions. He taught at Siusalaw High School, served as high school principal at Nia-Kah-Nie School District, and Director of Instruction at Kalispell, MT schools system. During that time his children, Jennifer, Jeffrey, and Lisa were born.
In 1972 he received his Ph.D. from Washington State University at Pullman, WA. From 1973-1980 he was adjunct researcher for Far West Regional Laboratory at San Francisco, CA. Don returned to MN and became superintendent for the Goodrich ISD (1980); Erskine ISD (1982); McIntosh-Winger ISD (1985) and while there he aided in the establishment of the Win-E-Mac Public School. He moved to northeastern MN, where he was concurrent superintendent of Aurora-Hoyt Lakes and Biwabic school districts. While there he aided in the establishment of the Mesabi-East Public School system. In 1992 he became superintendent of Cook County School District, Grand Marais, MN. In 1997 he became superintendent of the St. Louis County Schools. In 2004 he became superintendent at International Falls, MN, ending his career at Ely Public School.
In 2007 Don was invited to present an academic paper at the Oxford Round Table, Oxford, UK, and in 2009 he was requested by the U.S. Department of State to participate as an observer of the Chinese Education Systems, Beijing , China.
On September 1, 1990, Don married Jo Foster from Fosston, MN. He and his wife, Jo, built a home on Birch Lake, Babbitt, MN, in 2000. He was a member of Babbitt Evangelical Lutheran Church where he served as council member, sang in the choir and assisted in their pulpit ministry. Don was also a director and then chairman of the Ely-Bloomenson Hospital Board until his death.
His interests beyond the superintendent’s desk were eclectic. He dearly loved hunting of every kind; deer, elk in MT, game birds and water fowl. He spent many hours at his reloading bench perfecting loads. He also spent hours fishing, and especially cherished the times with kids and grandkids at Birch. He was also an avid reader and was dubbed by his wife, Jo, as “a walking encyclopedia.” His interest in aviation resulted in a pilot’s license and many hours in his Piper Cherokee. But the highlight of his professional and personal life was watching his five children and grandchildren grow up to become successful adults.
Don is survived by his wife, Jo; daughter Jennifer (Steve) Olson of Thief River Falls and grandchildren, Benjamin, Samuel and Isaac; son, Jeffrey (Kim) of Thief River Falls and grandchildren Alissa (Zach) Anderson and great grandchildren, Henley, Thea and Solveig, Aaron (Emily) Langan and Adam Langan; and daughter Lisa (Bill) Desrosher of Brainerd MN, and grandchildren Elizabeth, William and Seth. Don is also survived by his stepchildren, Jason (Jenny) Foster and granddaughter Kailey of Princeton MN; and Erica (Michael) Piza and grandchildren Vivienne and Mason of Zimmerman, MN. He is also survived by his mother, Nina Langan; sisters, Sue (Duane) Grage, Pam Langan, Shannon (Paul) Hinz; sister-in-law Jan Langan; and many nieces and nephews.
Don was preceded in death by his father and twin brother, Tom. Don will be remembered by his family and friends. His steps on the earth mattered.
The family prefers memorials to: Cancer Infusion Center, Duluth Clinic; Colon Cancer Coalition; Babbitt Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Babbitt at 11:00 a.m. with visitation being held one hour prior to the service at the church. Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.

Mary Carolyn (Moroni) Farrell, 80, formerly of Ely, passed from the beloved arms of her husband and sons into the loving arms of Jesus on Sept. 11, 2016 in Duluth.
She was born on Nov. 24, 1935 in Duluth, the daughter of Frances and Peter Moroni.
Mary grew up in Ely.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Frances Moroni; and by sister, Catherine O’Brien.
She is survived by husband, Kenneth; their three sons, Jeffry (Donna), Tim (Dawn), Ken J. (Melissa); six grandchildren; sisters, Barbara Johnson and Christine Moroni, both of Ely; and brother, Peter Greg Moroni of Naples, Fla.
Burial on Friday, Sept. 16, in Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary, 2801 E 4th St., Duluth. Burial will be at Forest Hill Cemetery.

Frank Joseph Krmpotich, 84, of Roseville, MN passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. Formerly of Crosby and Ely.
Survived by his wife Connie (Herington); children: Michael (Barb Sendy), Patricia, Anne (Bob Marolt) and Mark; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Preceded in death by parents Anton and Lucy; siblings: Peter (Mary Jane), Jean and Mary.
He was a Korean War Vet and employee of Reserve Mining Company and Hoffman Electric. He served as Past-Commander for the Ely American Legion Post 248, was an Ely School Board Member and Como Zoo volunteer.
A Memorial Gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, September 24 from 2 – 4 p.m. in the Common Room at Greenhouse Village, 1021 Larpenteur Ave. W, Roseville, MN.

Amanda Lee (Pintar) Morris, 38, formerly of Ely, was reunited with her mother on Sept. 12, 2016 in St. Paul.
She was born to Kenneth and Sandra (Jerich) Pintar on Nov. 28, 1977 in Duluth, MN.
Leaving behind the loves of her life, husband Anthony and fur babies Joey and Lily; her father Kenneth, twin brother Robert (Bob) Pintar, both of Babbitt; brother Travis (Tena) and two nephews, Aiden and Cooper of Anchorage, Alaska. Extended family Jessica Maki, Barb and Grandpa Jim McKinley all of Virginia, MN; Belinda (Jesse), and nieces Jade and Abbygail Kitzerow of Truman, MN. Mother-in-law Carol Morris and sister-in-law Amanda Morris; special friend Norma Leino of Ely.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Amici’s Event Center in Ely from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 8. Lunch will be served.

Patricia Ann “Pat” Turnbull, 81; November 2, 1934 - September 16, 2016, peacefully passed on to heaven in the early morning at Trillium Woods Health Center in Plymouth, MN. She was comforted by family members.
Pat (Mom, Nana) was born in Chester, PA to John and Emma Walsh. She was one of nine children. She is survived by sister, Marie Soltner and brother, Ed Walsh. Pat lived in the Philadelphia area until marrying Jack Turnbull of Pool Location, MN on May 25, 1957, who proceeded her in death on January 1, 1990.
They spent their married life living and working all over the country due to Jack’s career in the Navy. They moved to Ely, MN in 1975 when Jack retired from the Navy. They raised four children: Mike (Pam) Turnbull of Hibbing, MN, Lisa (Mark) Rahja of Maple Grove, MN, Theresa Turnbull of Austin, MN and Stacie (Jeff) Jennings of Newbury Park, CA.
Pat was also blessed with seven grandchildren; Lexie (Jeff Baack) Turnbull of Auburn, NE, Blaine (Alexandra) Turnbull of Maple Grove, MN, Bethany Rahja of Minneapolis, MN, Grant Rahja of Maple Grove, MN and Britney, Jadon, and Jack Jennings of Newbury Park, CA. Pat also had one great grandchild: Beckett Baack of Auburn, NE.
Pat most recently lived in Maple Grove, MN. She had few hobbies and dedicated her time to caring for and supporting the endeavors of all her family members. She loved sports and always supported her children and grandchildren in their activities. She was an avid Minnesota Twins fan through good seasons and bad.
She is preceeded in death by her parents, six siblings and her husband. All of which her family knows she has reunited with in heaven.
A private family memorial and burial will take place over the Thanksgiving weekend at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Hibbing, MN. In honor of Pat’s life, please send any donations to the Vietnam Veterans’ Association, St. Jude’s Hospital or the March of Dimes.

Charlotte Mayranen, a long-time resident of Ely, passed away on September 20 at the age of 67.

Charlotte was born in Ely to Olga (Zgonc) and Matthew Levar on December 29, 1948. She went to school at Ely Memorial High School. After high school, she attended Vermillion Community College. She married Eric Mayranen on January 19, 1974 in Ely. She worked as a receptionist and dental assistant for Dr. Vanetta and later Dr. Scott Anderson until she retired in 2011. She was also a clerk and deputy clerk for the Town of Morse.

Charlotte loved spending time with her children and grandchildren at the lake. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, berry-picking, traveling, and going for pontoon boat rides around Burntside. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Charlotte is preceded in death by her father, Matthew Levar; father-in-law, Wilho Mayranen; and mother-in-law, Terttu Mayranen.

Charlotte is survived by her husband, Eric Mayranen; mother, Olga Levar; brother, Matthew (Theresa) Levar of Jordan, MN; sister-in-law, Val (Kim) Hill of Gilbert, MN; children, Robert Mayranen, Janelle (Eric) Hart, and Keith Mayranen all of Ely; grandchildren, Gunnar Hart, Sabrah Hart, and Cooper Mayranen.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 12:00-4:00 on Saturday, October 1 at Amici’s Event Center. Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.

Suzanne Adele Churchill
August 11, 1945 - June 20, 2016
Tribute to Suzanne Adele Churchill
Loving wife to Dan and mother to Janet Churchill-Stinde, John ( Becca) Churchill and Bob (Amy) Churchill, Grandmother to Samantha (Matt) Pliett, William Stinde, Stephen (Jocelyn Mault) Churchill, Mathew Stinde, Noah Churchill ,Sarah Churchill , Jordan Lisowy and Brooke Garber and great grandmother to Jonathan and Sydney Pliett and Elijah and Violet Churchill, nephews Guy (Cynthia) Cameron and Sean (Jennifer) Cameron, and many great nieces and nephews, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on June 20, 2016. Preceded in death by her father Samuel Guy, mother Jean Guy, sister Barbara Cameron, her great nephew Scotty Cameron and brother-in law Bruce Cameron.
Sue was born on August 11, 1945 to Samuel and Jean Guy of Oak Park, Illinois. Sue attended church at Harvard Congregational Church in Oak Park, Ill, where she was confirmed, baptized and married. As a girl she was involved in acrobatics and spent many summer vacations in Saugatuck, MI. She graduated from Oak Park and River Forest High School in 1964 and married the love of her life Daniel Churchill on October 16, 1965. They had a strong, loving marriage and recently celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary.
Sue spent the first 26 years of her marriage as a dedicated and loving wife and stay at home mother. Always home for her children and husband when they needed her. She selflessly took care of her family and their home. She enjoyed decorating and making her house a beautiful, comfortable and welcoming home for all who stepped through the front door. Always a quiet person and enjoying caring for her family, her greatest joy was when her family would visit or gather together for special occasions or holiday meals.
Sue and Dan moved to Ely, MN in 1992 and bought a resort, Lodge of Whispering Pines, and began the second phase of their lives. Sue loved her new life style and enjoyed making a warm and friendly environment that provided their guests with wonderful vacation experiences. Sue began making more friends that felt like family than she had ever dreamed possible.
Sue was an avid lover of nature and animals. She enjoyed walking and tending to her gardens every day. Every morning she walked the grounds of the resort in Ely and in the last couple of years at her home in Scandia, MN surveying her gardens and talking about the flowers and plants that were springing to life. Sue loved her dogs Rocky and Molly and gave them all the attention they ever needed. She enjoyed feeding all of her animal friends - especially the birds, ducks, squirrels, and the deer that frequented the resort and her beautiful home in Scandia, MN.
Sue leaves a legacy of her unconditional love of her family, caring nature and unselfish acts that will live on forever in the hearts of her family and all who had the privilege to know her, she will be dearly missed, never forgotten and loved always. A private memorial service for family will be held to honor her life on October 22, 2016.
Expressions of sympathy can take the form of contributions to “Go Red for Women,” a campaign by the American Heart Association that encourages the awareness of the issue of women and heart disease and to increase awareness of the warning signs that are specific to women. To donate, visit the website www.donatenow.heart.org/goredforwomen

Elsie L. Tervola, 95, of Ely passed away Thursday, September 22, 2016. Funeral arrangements are pending with Kerntz Funeral Home.

Lawrence (Larry) George Yadlosky, 76, of Duluth passed away Monday, September 26, 2016 at St. Luke’s Hospital.
Larry was born on April 4, 1940 in Ely to Paul and Antonia (Mayerle) Yadlosky. He grew up in Ely and graduated from Ely High School in 1958. He attended Bemidji State University where he earned his degree in Education and later completed his Master’s degree from Mankato State University. Larry worked in the Duluth Public Schools as a teacher, librarian and media specialist at Laura MacArthur and West Jr.
He was an active member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Ambridge Gun Club and the Sons of the American Legion, where he served as Adjutant and Treasurer. He also was a member of the Duluth Honor Guard. Larry loved spending time at his Oak Lake trailer fishing and relaxing, testing his luck at the casino, and road tripping to visit the grandkids. He looked forward to time spent outdoors hunting, four-wheeling and target shooting.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Antonia Yadlosky; loving wife, Janet (Pluth) Yadlosky; sister, Ruth (Yadlosky) Zaverl; brother, William Yadlosky; and brother, John Yadlosky
He is survived by his son, Mark (Paula) Yadlosky of Rochester, MN; daughter, Cheryl Yadlosky (Mark Gehl) of Eau Claire, WI; daughter, Dr. Renae (Aaron) Luer of Manitowoc, WI; brother, Paul Yadlosky of Newhall, CA, and sister, Barb Buck of Babbitt, MN; grandchildren: Rachel, Andrew, Maggie, Tyler, Macey, Shae and Cale as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation 10 until the 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Rev Fr. William Fider officiating. Burial in Oneota Cemetery. Memorials to Holy Family Maintenance Fund or Duluth Honor Guard would be appreciated. To sign the guestbook on-line, visit www.wlbfuneralhome.com. Williams Lobermeier Boettcher Funeral Home is entrusted with final care.

Thomas “Tom” J. Baudek, 57, of Ely, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at Essentia Health- St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.

Michael Cleves Jackson, 47, of Red Lake, Minnesota, died of a heart attack on September 28, 2016.
Mike was born on September 20, 1969 in Saginaw, Michigan. He was raised in Ely and Winton, Minnesota, graduating from Ely Memorial High School. Mike was a U.S Navy veteran serving aboard the USS Nimitz. Mike spent a good share of his adult life traveling throughout the United States, making many friends. He loved fishing. Mike is survived by his partner, Charlene Mason of Red Lake; parents Terry and Anne Jackson; brother Tim Jackson; sister Carrie Jackson (Chad Yost); Uncle Den Jackson (Bev); Aunt Mame Jackson; Uncle Mark Hoerauf (Karen); Aunt Mary Turner (Tim) and many cousins.
There will be a memorial service on Saturday, October 22 at 10 a.m. in the Winton Community Church followed by lunch at the Longbranch Clubhouse in Winton. All are invited to share in this celebration of Mike’s life.

Terrie L. Fossum, 71, of Duluth, passed away on Tuesday October 4, 2016 at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN. She was born in Beloit, WI on September 24, 1945 to Robert and Virginia Guetschow. Terrie married Bill Fossum on September 10, 1966 in Beloit, WI. She worked as an R.N. in several hospitals and clinics around the country, and as a Parish Nurse at Grace Lutheran Church in Ely, MN. She was a member of Elim Lutheran Church in Duluth, and was a member of the Elim Choir, and Altar Guild.
Terrie loved to spend time with her grandchildren, time spent outdoors in nature, and she loved her dogs and cats.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Susan Williams, and brothers: Mike and Barney Guetschow.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years Pastor Bill Fossum, sons: Jeff (Sue), and Dave (Amy), grandchildren: Gabe, Skyler, Jessica, and Ahnika.
Visitation will be held on Saturday October 8, 2016 from Noon until the 1PM Funeral Service in Elim Lutheran Church. 6101 Cody Street, Duluth, MN 55807. Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home. 600 E. 2nd Street, Duluth, MN 55805. 218-727-3555.

Miriam J. Klancher, 87, Hibbing died Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Grand Itasca Hospital in Grand Rapids, MN. She was born on February 3, 1929 to August and Hanna (Kallio) Tuomala in Ely, MN.
Miriam graduated from high school and later attended Ely Junior College. Upon completion of her two year program, Miriam attended summer school at UMD receiving a teaching certificate. She taught one year of school at Ft. Yates Indian Reservation in North Dakota. Later on in her career she was employed as a nurses’ aide in Ely and finally in Hibbing.
She was united in marriage with Edward Klancher on January 27, 1951 in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO. After Edward’s tour in the U.S. military, the couple moved to Ely, residing there until 1953 when they moved to Hibbing.
Miriam was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Hibbing. She was a member of the church choir and also sang in the area for many funerals. She was a member of Mrs. Jaycees, a woman’s bowling league. Miriam was also an accomplished violinist in her early adulthood. Lately, she enjoyed her television programs, especially her “Soaps” and Dancing with the Stars.
She is survived by her husband, Edward Klancher, Hibbing; daughters: Valerie Nicolls, Fullerton, CA, Melanie (Myrick) Gates, Chisholm, MN, and Carol (Mark) Roberts, Hibbing; six grandchildren: Ashley Nicolls, Fullerton, CA, Shawn (Hope) Gates, Sauk Rapids, MN, Aaron (Angela) Gates, Chisholm, MN, Jesse Gates, Chisholm, Jamie (Jody) Roberts, and Christopher (Stacy) Roberts, both of Duluth, MN, 10 great-grandchildren with one on the way, Brandon, Kailani, Tristin, Christian, Cecilia, Nicolas, Marcus, and Courtney, Jady, Jake, and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers: Michael “Mickey” Tuomala, Harold Tuomala, Reino Tuomala, George Tuomala, and Samuel Tuomala, and her sister, Martha Jarvi.
Funeral services for Miriam will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 28, 2016 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Hibbing. The Rev. Brian Birk will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery of Hibbing.
Miriam’s family would like to especially thank Rayleen and Diana at Essentia Clinic and Crystal from Salon 17 for the exceptional and loving care that Miriam received from them over the past few years. Arrangements are with the Dougherty Funeral Home of Hibbing.
To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.doughertyofhibbing.com.

Jim (Chank) Lyman ChilderS, 64, beloved son, father, grandfather and friend passed away at his home in Mountain Home, Arkansas on Saturday, October 22, 2016.
Lyman and Arlene Childers welcomed Jim to the world on September 18, 1952 in Winton, MN. As a child Jim enjoyed an active and exciting childhood growing up in the White Iron Villas, spending his days playing outdoors with his sisters and neighbors. After graduating from Ely Memorial High School in 1970 Jim enlisted in the Army, where he proudly served as a Paratrooper in the 173rd Airborne Division deployed in Vietnam. While serving, Jim earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star, and following his active duty he continued to be an active supporter and Commander of Ely’s VFW Post 2717 and member of Post 3246 in Arkansas. In his words, his time in the military wasn’t a service…“It was an honor!”
Jim grew up and resided in Ely for the majority of his life, but had recently relocated to Arkansas with his significant other Debbi to escape the cold and the snow. He cherished the Ely area for the beautiful outdoor activities it offered, specifically the opportunities to go swimming, fishing, camping and hunting. Carpentry was another of Jim’s passions, which led him to establish Childers Construction and offer his woodworking services to the Ely community. Friends of Jim likely have memories of visiting his workshop, where his handiwork was on display, Vikings logos were prevalent, and Neil Young was usually playing on the speakers. In his free time Jim enjoyed playing pool, a game of chess, and he was a perpetual Vikings optimist and lifelong fan. Recently Jim had been busy visiting various parts of the country, always willing to travel if it meant he could be with friends and loved ones.
Jim is survived by his significant other Debbi; his mother Arlene; son Todd (Jody), grandson Elijah and granddaughter Ella; daughter Cameo Gillson (Jason), granddaughter Coco and grandson Henry; mother of his children Roberta Childers; sister Shelley (Joe) Oxley; sister Jean (Tim) O’Harris;and numerous cousins and extended family.
A memorial service will be held at the Ely United Methodist Church on Saturday, November 12th, at 11 a.m. . A private burial service will be held separately for Jim’s immediate family.
Memorials may be given to the Ely Veteran’s Memorial project, for which ground was broken earlier this year. The memorial has a GoFundMe site at www.gofundme.com and is called “The Ely Area Veterans Memorial.” As an alternative, contributions may also be sent to Ely Area Veterans Memorial, c/o City of Ely, 209 E. Chapman St., Ely, MN 55731.

William August Hauser, 72, passed away on October 21, 2016, in Ely, MN, with his devoted wife, Sharon Angel Magliulo by his side. Their struggle with his Alzheimer’s disease has ended; they are now at peace.
Will was born in St. Louis, MO, and moved to Long Island when he was 5, living there until attending The Hill School in Pottstown, PA. After prep school, Will attended Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT, where he received a liberal arts degree. Will’s post-graduate studies were at the University of London in England, where he received a Master’s in Slavonic and Eastern European Studies. During the Vietnam War he served in the Army stationed in Germany as a Russian interpreter.
Will had such an authentic spirit of life and lived his passions to the fullest. He loved languages and spoke Spanish and Russian fluently. He loved travel, camping, canoeing, books and classical music (supporting Minnesota Public Radio). Will was a musician and played trumpet well for the Largemouth Brass, Mesabi Community Band and Ely’s Community Band. As a singer, he sang in many choral groups throughout his life. He loved the stage and participated in dramatic arts, supporting Ely’s local arts by acting in the town’s plays and singing in musicals.
The earth was by far Will’s most meaningful love. As a nine-year-old boy, Will’s reverence for nature began when he spent summers canoeing at Camp Keewaydin, Temagami, ON, Canada.
In Ely, he enjoyed many Boundary Water Canoe Area and Quetico, ON, Canadian adventures and taught his deep respect for Mother Earth to young people as an Outward Bound instructor. He volunteered for the Forest Service near Ely and fought fires out west. He and his wife volunteered for the Department of National Resources, counting loons for the yearly loon count in MN. As a staunch conservationist, he supported many national and local environmental groups.
For 40 years Will was a fermenter extraordinaire, brewing beer, baking sour dough bread and boiling down sap for maple syrup. Will loved the corn harvest in Rock Port, MO. He chopped a lot of wood, even building his quaint log cabin by hand, where he lived for 12 years.
Will was a pacifist who was conscious of the suffering of people around the world, especially because of hunger and war. He was a sensitive soul and a remarkable, humble man who thanked the universe every day for his life.
Will married Sharon Angel Magliulo on December 3, 2000. Will and Angel lived in Ely for the last 18 years of his life. He loved and supported his community. He biked or walked everywhere; however, his cherished International Harvester Scout II was always in the garage if needed. He and Angel shared a rich, quiet, private life in their modest stucco home surrounded by gardens on Pattison St. They travelled the world together just as he did when he was a bachelor. Will left no rock unturned, and their life together was filled with nature and culture.
In time, after many years, his stepson Christopher, became the son he never had. They had a true bond.
Will was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Helen Hauser. He is survived by his wife Sharon Angel Magliulo, his stepson, Christopher Stanley Hunt, his only sibling, Cheryl Harms Hauser and nieces: Wendy Longacre Brown, Sarah Longacre Ehlers and nephew, Blake Longacre.
Will and his family would like to thank the compassionate and dedicated staff of Spectrum, Ely’s Memory Care Facility, East Range Hospice, Northwoods Partners and Ely’s Essentia Health Clinic’s staff for loving and caring for Will and Angel in Will’s final months. Finally, Will and his family give heartfelt thanks, gratitude and appreciation and send so much love to all the friends and family for their gifts of tenderness, warmth and support over the years and during the past weeks.