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Zegment Novacinski, 91, of Cloquet passed away from respiratory complications Wednesday, April 24, 2024. He was born June 5, 1932, to Alex and Pelogia Novacinski.

Zegment served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After returning from the service, he worked for Potlatch as a machine operator for 48 years, retiring in 1996. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion, and Potlatch Quarter Century. Zegment married JoAnn Gunski, and they enjoyed 67 years together. Zeg loved to fish, hunt, garden and spend time in the country.

Zegment was preceded in death by his parents, son Michael, eight brothers and four sisters. He will be sadly missed by his wife, JoAnn, son Jeff and several nieces and nephews. Services were held May 1 at Atkins Northland Funeral Home in Cloquet. Burial was at New Calvary Cemetery.

Pine Knot News, May 3, 2024