Bemidji Resident Delroy Wiebolt Dies, Memorial Held at St. Philip's

Delroy Wiebolt, an 87 year old resident of Bemidji, died December 14, 2025 at Havenwood Care Center. The community received notice of his passing and a memorial service took place Saturday December 20 at St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Bemidji, following a one hour visitation beforehand. Interment was scheduled at Holy Cross Cemetery.

The obituary lists family and service details and provides contact and memorial information for those wishing to send condolences or learn more. More information is available at bemidjipioneer.com/obituaries/obits/delroy-wiebolt-2kk4bkmkw46ukedhddnn

Wiebolt’s death is part of a broader pattern of losses among older adults in Beltrami County, a reality that touches families, faith communities, and long term care staff across the region. Havenwood Care Center and similar facilities play an important role in supporting residents and their loved ones through end of life care, and each passing underscores ongoing needs for resources to support aging, caregiving, and bereavement services locally.

For neighbors and congregants, the memorial at St. Philip’s provided a place to gather, share memory, and offer support to family members. Public health and social services officials note that community based networks and faith institutions often serve as vital points of connection when families face loss, especially for older adults who rely on congregate care or limited informal supports.

As Beltrami County continues to age, the community conversation about elder care capacity, caregiver support, and equitable access to services remains central. Local advocacy groups and service providers encourage residents to check in with older neighbors, to connect with faith based organizations for support, and to make use of county resources for grief counseling and home care assistance when needed.

Those seeking full contact and memorial information related to Mr. Wiebolt may consult the online obituary page for additional details and arrangements.