CLOQUET, Minn. – A candlelight vigil was held outside the Super 8 in Cloquet on Wednesday night to honor the lives of two individuals who were tragically killed by a gunman at the hotel. The vigil, organized by the family of 22-year-old Shellby Trettel, drew in dozens of friends and community members to pay their respects.
Shellby Trettel, who had worked at the hotel for at least five years, was one of the two victims whose life was taken during the shooting at Super 8. At the vigil, Shellby’s father, Tim Trettel, and her aunt addressed the crowd, expressing their grief and denouncing the senseless act of violence that claimed Shellby’s life.
The somber event brought together a community grappling with the shock and sorrow of the tragic incident. It provided an opportunity for those who knew and loved Shellby to come together and find solace in each other’s company as they mourned the loss of a cherished member of their community.
As the investigation into the shooting continues, the Cloquet community remains resilient, coming together in solidarity to honor the memories of the victims and offer support to their grieving families.
The loss of Shellby Trettel and the other victim has deeply affected the community in Cloquet. The vigil served as a poignant reminder of the impact of senseless acts of violence and the enduring strength of a community coming together to mourn and heal.