Obituaries: May 29, 2020

Janet M. Thompson
Janet Mae Thompson, 67, of Nett Lake, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020, in St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. A Traditional Wake was held on Wednesday, May 27 at the Nett Lake School Gym. The Traditional Native Service was held on Thursday, May 28. Spiritual leader was Steve Jackson and Spiritual Advisor was Gene Goodsky. Casket bearers were Quinten Thompson, Orion Thompson, Nick Thompson, Henry Thompson, Shane Drift and Sean Drift. Honorary casket bearers were Mark Drift, Pete Drift, Erik Halvorson and Henry Halvorson. Arrangements were with Mlaker Funeral Home of Cook.
Janet was born to Leonard and Myra Drift Thompson on Feb. 15, 1953, in Thief River Falls. Janet grew up and attended school in Nett Lake. She raised a family as a strong single mother of three. She was a loving and strong-willed mother who raised her children to be respectful and to be responsible. She was the tough mama bear who taught her cubs the ways of the world.
Janet enjoyed hunting and fishing. She enjoyed her time at the casino, playing bingo and slots, and attending the shows. She loved going to Orr with her mother Myra to play smear. She was an accomplished beader and loved sewing. She made many jingle dresses for herself and her family. She loved attending pow wows, was a jingle dress dancer, and also a drum-keeper.
Janet is survived by her three children, Raymond (Rebecca) Thompson, Michael Thompson and Rorie Thompson; grandchildren, Henry Thompson, Nicholas Thompson, Amanda Thompson, Orion Thompson, Samantha Farr and Jon-Marie Farr; sisters, Muriel and Lois Thompson; and uncle, Harvey Thompson.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Leonard Thompson and Curtis Thompson.

Davetta M. Sam
Davetta Marie Sam, 55, of Nett Lake, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020. A wake was held on Friday, May 22. The Traditional Native Service was held on Saturday, May 23. Steve Jackson was the Spiritual Leader. Casket bearers were Darin Jenkins, Alvin Sam, Ryan Sam, Coltin Robinson, Matteo Goggleye, Tony Sam and Christopher Day. Interment was in the Vermilion Native Cemetery in Tower. Arrangements were with Mlaker Funeral Home of Cook.
Davetta was born to Ellen Boshey Sam and David Sam on March 11, 1965, in Cook. Davetta liked playing foosball and softball, doing laundry and keeping her house clean, and taking walks. She was always laughing and having fun and loved being with friends and family. She lived a fulfilling life of being a grandmother, mother, aunt, sister and friend.
Davetta is survived by her husband, Robert Wayne Jenkins Jr.; sister, Carrie Sam; brother, Randy Sam; children, Melissa, Darin, Vanessa, Sasha and Deanna; and numerous grandkids.

Amelia L. Manner
Amelia Louise “Molly” Kochevar Manner, 95, of Hibbing, died on Saturday, May 16, 2020, in Cornerstone Villa in Buhl. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Family services are provided by Anderson-Daniels, a Bauman Family Funeral Home in Hibbing.
She is survived by four children, Richard (Sue) Manner of Hibbing, Bill (Jan) Manner Jr. of Floodwood, Larry (Judy) Manner of Hibbing and Karen (Pat) Brodeen of Cook; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Dr. Richard Bevis
Dr. Richard “Dick” Bevis, 80, of Ely, died from a heart attack on Friday, May 22, 2020. Memorial service plans to follow. Arrangements are with Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.
Dick grew up in Minneapolis and enjoyed summers on Burntside Lake. He was a graduate of the University of Minnesota Dental School, and practiced orthodontics in the Twin Cities for over 30 years. He remained active throughout his life, enjoying boating, fishing, golf, and sailing on Lake Superior. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, and will be remembered for his steady character, optimism and generosity. Dick was a man of quiet faith in God, and his family rejoices that he is now in his eternal home.
Dick is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Palmquist Bevis; three children, Karen (Peter) Tamte, Randy (Cheryl) Bevis and Ben (Sara) Bevis; and nine grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Percy and Allie Bevis; and sister, Joan Nelson.