PHILIP VICTOR SJOBLOM
Philip Victor Sjoblom, 93, of Duluth, died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013 in Essentia Health-St. Mary’s.
Philip Victor Sjoblom, 93, of Duluth, died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013 in Essentia Health-St. Mary’s.
Philip was born on Aug. 9, 1919 in Two Harbors, Minn., to John and Sophia (Ostman) Sjoblom.
Philip did charter fishing on Lake Superior, earning his captain’s operating license from the Coast Guard in 1940. He married Ruth Carlson on Oct. 10, 1941 in Two Harbors. Philip served with the Army Air Corp during World War II and received the Expert Medal on sharp shooting. Following the War, he worked for U.S. Steel-Duluth Works for 32 years, as a mixer operator. He also worked for the R.E.A. and finished his working career at National Iron.
He enjoyed traveling, fishing, hunting, music and carpentry. He was a talented musician, playing the accordion, violin, piano and organ. His carpentry and electrician skills were helpful in building his family’s resort, his own cabin and all the furnishings and his cabin cruiser for Lake Superior.
He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church and sang in the choir for many years, American Legion Post 109 in Two Harbors and volunteered for Meals on Wheels for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Ruth and Violet and a brother, Lester.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Ruth; two sons, John of Montevideo, Minn., Steven of Duluth and a daughter, Wendy (Tom) Sarkela of Denver, Colo.; a brother, Eric (Marlys) of New Brighton, Minn.; grandchildren, Jennifer, Lauren, Isaac and Jacob; numerous nieces and nephews.
MEMORIAL SERVICE: 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, 2013 in Bethany Lutheran Church, 2308 West 3rd St. Pastor Gregory Daher officiating. Burial at Lakeview Cemetery, Two Harbors. Memorials to Bethany Lutheran Church would be appreciated. To sign the guestbook on line, visit www.wlbfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Williams Lobermeier Boettcher Funeral Home.
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Linda H.
I was saddened to learn of Uncle Phil's passing from this life but rejoice that he has met his Lord and Savior and is in the company of many faithful friends and family that have gone on before him. Our prayers are with you Steve, Johnnie, Wendy and family and especially Ruthie in the days to come. I have fond memories of Uncle Phil playing the accordion, sing alongs in Two Harbors and great family time at the cabin on Lake Superior. What a privilege to have faithful parents to lead the way and what a legacy they have left! Love and Prayers, Linda (Sjoblom) and Dave Blankenship Midland, TX (for now)Midland, TX 02/22/2013 1:50 PM
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