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Obituary of Bruce Wayne Simonson
Bruce Wayne Simonson, 63, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the Palliative Care Unit, Miller Dwan-Duluth. He was born September 3, 1959, in Mora, Minnesota to Lloyd and Carol Simonson. Bruce grew up in Arthyde and attended Willow River Schools, graduating in 1977. Over the years, he lived in Willow River, Little Canada, Maplewood, eventually returning to the family farm in Arthyde. Bruce worked in construction throughout his life and ran his own business. He loved spending time with family and friends and had a special quick-witted sense of humor that brought many smiles and laughs. Bruce was generous when it came to his nieces and nephews, offering them housing and jobs as they started their life journeys. He enjoyed many sporting events and had a special interest in watching and attending wrestling events. He will always be remembered for his generosity, kind-heartedness, and lending a helping hand to those who needed it.
Bruce is preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Carol, brothers, Arvid and Gary; and nephew Luke.
Bruce will be lovingly remembered by his partner Suzen Dehnel; daughter Shayna, and grandson Ryver; sisters and brothers-in-law: Lois and Dave Isaacson, Bernadine and Dale Reed; nephews and nieces: Katie Simonson, Neil Simonson, Olivia Cameron, Jason (Jodi) Isaacson, Dara (Kent) Swanson, Rhett (Sheila) Reed, Larron Reed and Derek (Billie) Reed; Suzen’s sons Roger (Terrah) Robertson and Joseph (Erin) Packer, Suzen’s grandchildren Noah, Zeke, and Asher and numerous great nieces, nephews, and friends.
A Celebration of life will be held Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the Moose Lake Depot from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
The family would like to thank the McGrath First Responders, Life Flight personnel, numerous doctors, nurses, chaplains, and staff at Essentia – St. Mary’s Duluth and Miller Dwan, and everyone who sent thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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