Joe D. Bahen

Joe D. Bahen obituary, Cloquet, MN

Joe D. Bahen

Joe Bahen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Nelson Funeral Care - Cloquet on Oct. 28, 2024.

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Joe D. Bahen, age 76, of Barnum, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday October 25, 2024, after a year-long battle with cancer. He was born on September 28, 1948, in Cloquet, the son of Joseph and Ellen Bahen. Joe was known for his quick wit and good sense of humor. He found great joy in cross-country skiing and exploring various trails. He was an accomplished guitarist and had a passion for collecting vintage guitars. He cherished his time coaching youth sports.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents; his older brother Ronnie Bahen; younger brother Gary Bahen; and granddaughter Kasey Lee Gibson. He is survived by his wife Debra; children Stephanie (Eric) Gibson, Erik Bahen, and Joe (Katrina) Bahen; brother Jim Bahen; grandchildren Monita (Justin) Niemann, Alex Gibson, Kash Gibson, Gavin Gibson, Jafton Bahen, and Avaya Bahen; and great-grandchildren Opal, Cove, and Alder Niemann.
Visitation will be Monday November 4, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. memorial service at Elim Lutheran Church in Blackhoof Township. A luncheon will follow in the church fellowship hall. Arrangements are entrusted to Nelson Funeral Care of Cloquet.

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