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Neal Edward Lahti, 60, of Cloquet passed away Nov. 14, 2022, peacefully in his home. Neal was born on Dec. 28, 1961, in Cloquet to Edward and Floretta Lahti. He worked as a custodian at many companies, and really enjoyed delivering newspapers for the Duluth News Tribune for many years. Neal was a member of Journey Christian Church. He loved football, attending parades and watching the news. Neal was very kind, compassionate and caring. Everyone he talked to enjoyed his company. He will be missed by many.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Lahti and Floretta Gehrke Lahti. Neal is survived by his sister, Rosemary Lahti-Nord of Cloquet.

A memorial service was held Nov. 30 at Journey Christian Church. Arrangements entrusted to Atkins Northland Funeral Home, Cloquet. To sign the guestbook and leave an online tribute, see http://www.atkinsnorthlandfuneralhome.com.

Pine Knot News, Dec. 2, 2022