Obituary of Donald Wayne Suomi

Donald “Don” Suomi, 74, of Hoyt Lakes, formerly of Aurora, died Friday, December 11, 2020, at St. Mary’s in Duluth.

He was born January 5, 1946 to Alex and Taimi (Jarvela) Suomi in Two Harbors and grew up in Brimson. He served in the U.S. Army and worked for Erie/LTV Steel Mining Company.

Donald loved the outdoors spending his time fishing, hunting, camping, and riding his ATV. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by his step-daughter, Amber Pederson (Ragen Pearson); brother, Richard Suomi; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Taimi Suomi; his brother and sister-in-law, Albert and Claudia Suomi; and his sister, Nancy Reinke.

Due to Covid, private services will be held at a later date.