Ralph Stevens Obituary
Ralph G. Stevens, 84, Two Harbors, died Friday, February 6, 2026 at Waterview Shores.
Ralph was born September 28, 1941 to Robert and Verna (Johnson) Stevens in Grand Rapids, and grew up in Coleraine, Duluth and Two Harbors, where he graduated from high school in 1961. He was employed as pipe insulator in the construction industry, traveling throughout the country, from 1967 until retiring.
Ralph was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church.
He enjoyed canoeing and fishing in the BWCA, and time spent at the cabin on Bassett Lake. He also loved Golden Retrievers, especially his girl - Sandy.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents; a brother-in-law, Jerry Freeberg; and a nephew, Doug Stevens.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Darlene; daughters, Shannon (Patrick) Klinker, and Kelly Stevens; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Nancy (Richard) Stevens, and Linda Freeberg; and a brother, Paul (Dianne) Stevens.
The family would like to thank Dr. Diercks, and the staffs of Aspirus-LakeView Hospital, Moments Hospice and Waterview Shores, for the wonderful care they provide Ralph over the past weeks.
A Celebration of Life will be held Summer of 2026.
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426 2nd Ave, Two Harbors, MN 55616
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