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1946 James 2026

James Marvin Pohl

May 26, 1946 — Nov 9, 2026

Duluth

James Marvin Pohl, 80, of Duluth, died Monday, November 9, 2026 in North Shore Estates. Jim was born on May 26, 1946 in Duluth to Marvin and Lucille (Wiezorek) Pohl. Jim was a Denfeld graduate and attended UMD. Jim married Lynn Johnson on June 24, 1967 in Good Shepherd Catholic Church. He worked for Clyde Iron for 18 years as a machine operator then at UMD for 25 years in facilities management and retired as the supervisor in housing custodial services. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, woodwork, cooking and spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Patrick; a sister, Nancy Erckenbrack; a granddaughter, Ashley Lucille Pohl.

Jim is survived by his wife, Lynn; sons, Timothy (Phyllis) and Steven both of Duluth; a sister, Susan (Robert) MacDonald of Duluth; grandchildren, Tristan Dueland, Autumn Pohl, Jarrod, Hilary, Emily, Riley and Cadel Pohl; great-grandchildren, Matilda Dueland, Nolan Patrick Pohl, Jameson Edwards, August, Anna, Eva and Delilah Pohl.

Mass of Christian Burial 11 am Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at St. James Catholic Church. 715 North 57th Ave West. Fr Richard Kunst officiating. A Rosary service at 9:30 am with visitation starting at 10 am. Burial in Oneota Cemetery. Arrangements by Williams Lobermeier Boettcher Funeral Home.

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