Obituary of Harold Robert Marcotte

Harold Robert Marcotte, age 97 and 11 mos, passed away in his sleep in Arden Hills, MN on November 28, 2023. Born on December 23, 1925 in Sandstone, he grew up in Duluth, served in the Navy in WWII, and lived the rest of his life in the Minneapolis area. He worked at Honeywell in engineering and robotics, and loved woodworking, golfing, fishing, canoeing, skiing, traveling and all outdoor activities. He will be remembered for his positive attitude, sense of humor and good nature. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 45 yrs Gladys Marjorie (Wilson), his brother Raymond, and most of the family and friends of his era. He is survived by his children Kay, Karen (Jon), Kevin; a granddaughter Emily (Sheldon) and a great granddaughter, Riley. Interment will be at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. A celebration of his life will be held in Duluth, on the shore of Lake Superior next summer.