David Michael Black

David Michael Black obituary, Minneapolis, MN

David Michael Black

David Black Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jul. 15, 2025.
David Michael Black 76 of Esko passed away July 10th at St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by his family.
Dave was the Road Foreman for Thomson Township for 52 years. He served time in the Army National Guards and was a volunteer fireman for the Esko Fire Department. His passion was running equipment and Catapiller was his favorite. After retiring he worked every summer at the farm he grew up and loved. He was a kind and gentle man with a great smile.
He survived by his wife Bonnie, Sons Tyler and Matthew (Ana), grandchildren Dena, Christopher, and Isabella. Also, his beloved pup Gracie Joy.
He was preceded in death by his parents John and Hilda Black, his son Michael, sister Loretta (Warren), and his brother Bill.
Memorial service will be July 22nd at 1PM with a visitation one hour before at River of Life Church 1002 Carlton Ave Cloquet.

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