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Rev. Robert Langseth, a longtime Calumet resident, passed away at age 90 this week. Langseth was well-known by many in the area for his work in the community. As a long-serving reverend, Langseth kept the spiritual well-being of his community. He also left a lasting mark on the village and beyond, through his work with the late Senator Carl Levin to establish the Keweenaw National Historic Park. In 2021, Langseth reminisced on the time he spent working with Levin.
“But he was a very honest person and an integrity person. And he fought for me both with the National Historic Park and with U.S. aid for schools and hospitals abroad. And because of his willingness to do that, he has changed both our country and Tanzania.” Rev. Robert Langseth, 2021, Speaking on work with late Sen. Carl Levin
Langseth continued to serve his community over the past twenty years and remained an active member of the executive board for Main Street Calumet. His vision of the national historic park emphasized preserving the village’s history. Which has become a shared vision for many people in Calumet.
“I’ve never been so inspired by a person, and I learn an awful lot from him. he had a great vision for our community. And he was passionate about really getting community members to be active in creating our future.” Leah Polzin, Executive Director, Main Street Calumet
Robert Langseth, 90 of Calumet, passed away Tuesday in Laurium. Those interested in paying respects to him and his family can find funeral details here. The family does plan to offer an online live stream of the service for those unable to attend in person.
