Edith A. "Dee Dee" Komidor

Edith A. 'Dee Dee' Komidor

Edith "Dee Dee" Komidor, 77, of Chisholm, Minn., passed away on August 8, 2025, in Chisholm.

She was born on December 6, 1947, in Biwabik, Minn. She was the daughter of John and Edith Phillipich.

Dee Dee graduated from Biwabik High School and progressed to the University of Minnesota Duluth to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Business Education along with a Master's Degree in Education. She was a teacher at Hibbing High School where her dedication and knowledge touched countless students. While teaching, she developed and executed a student placed business work program that she was very proud of.

In 1985, she married Jess Komidor, and they shared 34 years together. They spent hours in their workshop completing wood projects, painting, staining, and varnishing with care and pride. Dee Dee and Jess both had adventurous spirits and a passion for travel. Disney World held a special place in her heart along with Italy and Slovenia. Her memory was extraordinary, and she could recall even the smallest details from her travels.

She was a gifted crafter and gardener and took great pride in canning pickles and preserves. Music brought her joy - especially polkas. Along with listening, she also played the piano accordion. She also had a sweet tooth for chocolate, enjoying life's simple pleasures.

Dee Dee adored her family and cherished every visit with them. She will be remembered for her creativity, generosity, and kind spirit.

She was preceded in death by spouse, Jess; parents, John and Edith Phillipich; sister, Olive Phillipich; in-laws, Edward and Frances Komidor; and great grandson Calvin Fagerstrom.

She is survived by her stepdaughters Debbie (Tim) Ferrell, Jenelle (Doug) Bryan, and Tamera (Mark) Blagoue. Her grandchildren: Austen (Destiny) Bryan, Taylor (Kendra) Bryan, Connor Bryan, Ryan (Brianna) Ferrell, Nicholas Ferrell, Nicole (Kyle) Fagerstrom, Tanner Blagoue, and Reece (fiancée Trista) Blagoue. She also leaves behind her great-grandchildren: Claire Bryan, Jade Bryan, Ayla Bryan, Ariella Bryan, Ava Bryan, Henry Ferrell, and Scout Fagerstrom. Dee Dee is also survived by her "brother" John Jones.

Funeral services for Dee Dee will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Chisholm, Minn. The Rev. Fr. Bill Skarich will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the 10:30 a.m. funeral Mass at the church on Wednesday. A private family burial will proceed at Lakeside Cemetery in Biwabik, Minn.

Arrangements are with the Rupp Funeral Home and Cremation Services. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit us at www.ruppfuneralhome.com.