Chad Connor

Chad Connor obituary, Cloquet, MN

Chad Connor

Chad Connor Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Atkins Northland Funeral Home - Cloquet on Mar. 19, 2025.

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Chad Arnold Connor, 49, of Barnum, passed away after a short hospitalization, on March 13, 2025 at the University of Minnesota-Fairview Hospital in Minneapolis, MN.
Chad was born in Cloquet, MN on November 20, 1975 to Maryann (Fisher) and John Connor Sr. He was one of 4 children.
Chad graduated from Carlton High School and went on to do work for several years as a mechanic before opening his own business, Connor Contracting in Barnum over 20 years ago. On March 19, 2022, Chad married Melinda Kortes and he became a stepfather to Melinda's two girls. Chad enjoyed hunting and other outdoor activities.
Chad is survived by his wife, Melinda Connor; stepdaughters, Abileen and Adisyn Erwin; father, John Connor; sisters, Laurie (Dennis) Meyer, and Michelle (Al) Fetters; nieces and nephews, Jaret Glader, Cassandra Fetters, Corey Fetters, John and James Connor; other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Maryann Connor, and his brother, John Connor.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 1-3 PM at Atkins-Northland Funeral Home, 801 14th St. Cloquet, MN.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

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March 21, 2025

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Gregory Chapin

March 21, 2025

Sorry to hear about Chad. Prayers to the family.

Britton Berg

March 20, 2025

I thought I could just leave a simple comment but the more I´ve spent thinking of Chad it doesn´t fit. He was such a nice man and I was lucky to have spent so much time with him. I met Chad through my brother Darien and he too ended up being like a big brother to me. He took me under his wing teaching me his vast construction knowledge when he was starting out on his own. I found that not only in construction but outside of work he was such a positive person to be around. I will really miss him and regret how time can allow friendships to drift. He helped me in so many ways and will always be thankful for who he was to me.

Kay Halvorson (Connor)

March 20, 2025

my condolences for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tara Adkins

March 19, 2025

I´m so sorry to hear of Chads passing. He was always so kind to those around him. Sending prayers to Michelle and family.

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