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James M. Griffin, a civil rights activist and school board member, died May 14 at his West Baltimore home. He was 91.

Donald Ray Dass died at home in Duluth, Minnesota, on May 4, 2023, at the age of 72. He was born in Virginia, Minnesota, on May 30, 1950, the first of four children born to Ray and Esther (Anderson) Dass. He spent his formative years in Kelsey, before moving to Independence and graduating from AlBrook High School in 1968. He graduated with honors from the University of Minnesota, Duluth, in 1988 with a degree in History. Don worked full-time as an Intelligence Analyst for the Minnesota Army National Guard, retiring in 2008 as a Sergeant Major after serving over 24 years.

Brad L. Wojtysiak, age 40, of Culver, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022. He was born February 12, 1982, in Cloquet, the son of Edward and Carolyn (Wood) Wojtysiak. Brad graduated from Albrook High School in 2000 and worked as an operator for Union Local 49 and Northland Constructors. He especially loved his special relationship with his three nieces and spending time with them. Brad also enjoyed playing cribbage, grilling and cooking. Brad would cook for many family parties, graduation parties, and work parties including the Northland Constructors Picnic.

When I hear that people are surprised by the actions demonstrated by rioters last week in Baltimore City, my only response is that I am surprised they did not happen sooner and do not happen more often.

Robert “Bob” Johannessen passed away on Friday, August 19th surrounded by loved ones. Bob was 71 years old. He grew up in Alborn, MN graduating from Albrook High School in 1969.