Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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MARSHFIELD, Wis. - Freddie "Sam Hawk" Scott passed away Saturday, April 18, 2015, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield. He was born on June 19, 1937, in the Lac Vieux Desert Indian Village near Watersmeet to the late Benjamin Scott Sr. and Anne (McGeshick) Scott. Freddie was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jimmy Scott; sisters, Evelyn Scott, Juanita Scott McGeshick, Marion Scott McGeshick and Annabelle Scott; and great-granddaughter, Jayden Rae-ann Williams-Olds. He is survived by... Full story
Thursday, April 16 Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action Agency food commodity distribution, seniors, mothers, infants, children, 9:45-10 a.m. EST, Lake Gogebic Senior Center, Bergland; 10:20-10:35 a.m. EST, Porcupine Mountain Senior Center, White Pine; 11-11:45 a.m. EST, Holy Family Catholic Church parking lot, Ontonagon; 1:15-1:45 p.m. EST, Resource Center, Mass City; 2:15-2:45 p.m. EST, Stannard Township Ballpark, Bruce Crossing; 2:30-2:45 p.m., Watersmeet Town Hall parking lot, Watersmeet. 906-884-2106. Gogebic County Veterans Service... Full story
Wednesday, April 15 Christian Men of the Northland, 6:30 a.m., Uptown Cafe, Ironwood. Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action Agency food commodity distribution, 9-10 a.m., Pioneer Park Apartments, Ironwood. 906-932-4200. Mercer Area Play Group, 9:30-11 a.m., all welcome, Mercer (Wis.) Public Library. 715-476-2366. Alcoholics Anonymous, open meeting, noon, Salem Lutheran Church, Ironwood. area74.org. DOVE Support Group, noon-2 p.m. 906-932-4990. Bessemer Chamber of Commercer, noon, City Hall auditorium. Iron County Veterans Service Officer, 1-3 p.m... Full story
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. — Russell J. Mason, 66, of Russellville, died Wednesday, March 25, 2015, at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Russellville. The son of John and Eva Monette Mason, he was born Jan. 23, 1949, in Bruce Crossing, Mich. He graduated from Ewen High School in Ewen, Mich., and then earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Western Michigan State University in Kalamazoo, Mich. Russell was a mechanical engineer with ANO. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Dorothy Corbin. Sur...
MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Joseph Jackson Jr., “Gii Ah Saa Gii Shick,” 61, of Watersmeet, Mich., passed away March 16, 2015, at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield. He was born August 18, 1953 in Milwaukee to Joseph Sr. and Grace (White) Jackson. Joseph enjoyed shopping, dancing, telling jokes and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his father, Joseph Jackson Sr.; children, Jason Jackson, Corrine McGeshick, Heather McGeshick, Benjamin McGeshick, Joseph Jackson III, Brandon Jackson, Farrah Jackson and Courtne... Full story
Wednesday, March 18 Christian Men of the Northland, 6:30 a.m., Uptown Cafe, Ironwood. Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action Agency supplemental food program, 9 to 10 a.m., Pioneer Park Apartments. Mercer Area Play Group, 9:30-11 a.m., all welcome, Mercer, Wis., Public Library. 715-476-2366. Alcoholics Anonymous, open meeting, noon, Salem Lutheran Church, Ironwood. area74.org. DOVE Support Group, noon-2 p.m. 906-932-4990. Kimball Homemakers, 1 p.m., Kimball, Wis., Community Center. Iron County Veterans Service Officer, 1-3 p.m., Mercer, Wis., Tow...
Tuesday, March 17 Iron-Gogebic Integrated Family Services, 9-10:30 a.m., Iron County Courthouse, Hurley. 906-663-4045 or 715-561-2191. Wisconsin Veterans Employment Services Representative, 9-11:30 a.m., veterans service office, Hurley. 715-392-7808. Gogebic County Veterans Service Officer, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Ironwood Memorial Building. 906-667-1110. Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., with Regional Hospice nurses, Mill Street Garden, Bessemer. 906-663-0308. Ironwood Kiwanis Club, noon, Tacconelli’s. Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, Salem Luther... Full story
L’ANSE, Mich. — Larry L. Ross, 72, of Watton, passed away suddenly Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015, at Baraga County Memorial Hospital in L’Anse. Larry was born in Goodrich, on Dec. 31, 1942, the son of the late Jessie and Sylvia (Copenen) Ross. He graduated from L’Anse High School in 1961. He then attended Northern Michigan University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1981. Larry married the former Judith Niemela in Covington on June 29, 1963. He was employed at Finlandia University as Vice President of Finance until his retirement in 2... Full story
BRUCE CROSSING - Eight quilters were registered for Brambleberry's 10th Souper Bowl Sundae quilting retreat held at the Stannard Township hall on Sunday. "2006 was our first one," said Vicki Kurtti, of Bruce Crossing, who owns Brambleberry. "We always have a tail gate party." "And a prize for each quarter," added Deana Voigt. The group plans a lot of their festivities using football terms, as the event takes place each year on the NFL's Super Bowl Sunday, usually the first Sunday in February.... Full story
MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Mary Jo Livingston of Bruce Crossing, Mich., (resident of Three Rivers, Mich., until 2006) passed away on Jan. 24, 2015, at St. Joseph Medical Hospital in Marshfield after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Kalamazoo County, Mich., on March 23, 1940, to the late Elmer and Hilma Houts. Mary Jo married her beloved husband of 55 years, Darwin, on Aug. 29, 1959. In 1977, she received her master’s degree from Western Michigan University. Mary Jo then taught middle school in Three Rivers until her retirement in 199... Full story
MELLEN, Wis. — Lawrence D. Petermore, 81, of Garden Estates, Hurley, died Friday, Jan. 23, 2015, at Mellen Manor Nursing Home in Mellen. He was born Dec. 17, 1933, in Bergland, Mich., son of the late Lawrence and Trula (Windgale) Petermore, and was raised by his stepfather, Manuel Jurmu, of Bergland. He worked as a sawyer with several logging companies in the area for many years until his retirement. During retirement, he resided in Aniwa and worked part time at a sawmill in Birnamwood, moving to Hurley in June 2007. He enjoyed the outdoors. S... Full story
WICHITA, Kan. — Stella Light, 85, of Bruce Crossing, Mich., passed away Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015, in Wichita, Kansas. She was born February 12, 1929, in Paynesville to George and Mary (Nayback) Nurkkala. She worked as a bookkeeper for the Co-op Creamery. She married Donald Light on Sept. 15, 1962, in Bruce Crossing, where they made their home. Stella was a member of the Ewen United Methodist Church and enjoyed skiing, hiking, baking and knitting. Stella is survived by her daughter, Gwen (Jeffrey) Young, of Wichita; grandchildren, Ken, Brendan, Kayl... Full story
MATCHWOOD, Mich. — Irene Edith Hokens, 104, of Old M-28, Matchwood Township, died in peace Friday, Dec. 26, 2014, at Marquette General Hospital after suffering a broken hip several days earlier. She was born Aug. 26, 1910, in Matchwood, daughter of the late Leon and Maggie (Heinz) Osier. She was once a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Topaz and later a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Bergland. She was a member of the Ruth Society and the Bergland-Matchwood Historical Society, along with being the secretary of the Ontonagon C... Full story
IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. — Albert A. Haapala, 95, of Bruce Crossing, passed away Dec. 15, 2014, at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain. Albert was born on Nov. 29, 1919, in Paynesville to Henry and Sofia (Morti) Haapala. Albert served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a light truck driver, and also worked as a truck driver for the Bruce Crossing dairy. He was a very talented guitar player and enjoyed playing in local establishments. Albert was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Waino, Eino and Ted; and sisters, M... Full story
BRUCE CROSSING - Many gathered for the 25th annual "Christmas at the Crossing" Children's Christmas Party held on Saturday. The Settler's Depot Gallery had a wide display of goods, including homemade mittens and hats, dishcloths, jewelry, baked goods, blankets, art, and more. Santa and Mrs. Claus were also in attendance, as they are each year, taking pictures and asking children what they wanted for Christmas. Each child who visited with Santa went home with a little bag of treats. All pictures... Full story
Local businesses took part in Small Business Saturday, a tradition spreading across the country, annually following Black Friday's focus on large retail shopping. Brambleberry in Ewen, which sells crafting items, fabrics and offers professional quilting, had a couple other vendors to add to their small business spirit. Deana Voigt, of Bruce Crossing, who was selling Tastefully Simple, said they had many customers come in throughout the day. Nancy Byrne, of Ewen, was making and selling handmade Christmas stockings. Brambleberry was one local... Full story
ONTONAGON, Mich. — Sylvia Jezuit, 89, of Ontonagon (formerly of Ewen), passed away Sunday, Nov. 9, 2014, at the Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital Long Term Care Unit. She was born on Oct. 29, 1925, in Ramsay, to Thomas and Helen (Sallman) Anderson. Sylvia was a homemaker who loved cooking, sewing, visiting friends, coffee klatching and making all types of crafts. Sylvia is survived by her children, Chuck (Debbie) Haataja, Nancy (Armas) Ojaniemi, Thomas Alden (Kristin) Haataja, Jerry Haataja, Pixie (Michael) Daggett, Kerry (Joseph) Cronkright and L... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Barbara A. Wolfe, 62, of Bergland, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014, at Aspirus Grand View Hospital in Ironwood. She was born on June 10, 1952, to Edwin and Margaret Schabow. Both precede her in death. On Sept. 2, 1972, Barb married Louis A. Wolfe Jr. Together they raised two sons in Bergland. Barb worked for the Lake Gogebic Senior Center in Bergland for 26 years. She was a loving and wonderful caregiver to her many clients. She also loved to do crafts and make gifts for her friends and family. Barb is survived by her s... Full story
To the Editor, Congressman Dan Benishek has resorted to the same old Republican fear tactics to scare voters into voting for him. Benishek’s latest campaign mailer, meant to intimidate Michigan voters, is called, “Let’s connect the dots” ... because your Medicare is at risk. In it he falsely claims that Congresswomen Nancy Pelosi, slashed your Medicare benefits to pay for Obamacare (The Affordable Care Act). He then adds that candidate for U.S. Congress, Jerry Cannon, will vote the party line and your Medicare will be at risk again. “Dr.” D... Full story
MARQUETTE, Mich. — Raymond F. Potvin, Jr., 76, of Bergland, passed away Monday, Oct. 27, 2014, at the Norlite Nursing Center in Marquette. He was born in Ashland, Wis., to Raymond Sr. and Etta (Christen) Potvin. Raymond enjoyed fishing, collecting pocketknives and spending time with his family. He is survived by his son, Gerald (Barbara) Potvin, of Palmer; grandsons, Jason (Jessica) and Gerald (Crystal) Potvin, of Palmer; great-grandchildren, Michael, Kayla, Aliyah, Dylan, Derek and David, all of Palmer; brother-in-law, Dennis Liquia, of P... Full story
ONTONAGON, Mich. — Sally Pentti, 97, of Trout Creek, passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital’s Long-Term Care Unit. She was a member of the New Evangelical Lutheran Church of Trout Creek and worked for the U.S. Forest Service in Watersmeet for many years at tree planting. Sally is survived by her daughter, Joyce (Donald) Gerber, Ewen; a son, Marvin (Connie) Pentti, Camp Lake and Iron Mountain; grandchildren, Kim (Tony) LaHoud, Coon Rapids, Minn., Kevin (Debbie) Gerber, Baldwin, Wis., Troy Gerber, Coon Rapids, Tis... Full story
James Eismueller, owner of the Walleye Lodge in Bergland, has been coming snowmobiling to the Upper Peninsula for almost 30 years. Two years ago he purchased the Walleye Lodge in Bergland and when he was unpacking his belongings he uncovered a snowmobile bandanna from the area that he had been carrying around with him for at least 20 years. He thought it was such a great idea and way to promote the area that with the support of 20 local business partners, a new 2014 Lake Gogebic Area snowmobile... Full story
BRUCE CROSSING - A new bull joined the herd of crossbreed Angus at the Talsma ranch in Bruce Crossing on a late September morning. "The beast caught my eye because of the long legs. None of the crossbreed Angus that we pasture in that field had legs that long. The large head, small behind, and long, skinny legs made this animal look almost comical compared to the svelte cattle," Valerie Talsma said. A second look revealed the strange beast was a bull moose, probably a yearling, as "his antlers... Full story
MARQUETTE , Mich. - Armida (Meta) Ellen Maki, 90, of Bruce Crossing residing at Aspirus Long Term Care, passed away at the Marquette General Hospital on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014. She was born March 16, 1924, in Bruce Crossing, daughter of the late Hjalmer and Lempi (Uusitalo) Huhta. Her parents were one of the first settlers on the North Baltimore Road. Armida married Elmer Walter Maki on June 12, 1944, and had five children. She was a member of the First Apostolic Lutheran Church of... Full story
RHINELANDER, Wis. — Bette Popps, 88, of Bruce Crossing, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014, at the Rennes Rehab Center in Rhinelander. She is survived by daughter, Gail Popps; son, Dennis (Pam) Popps; sister, Mable Niemi; three grandsons, Chris (Jennie) Popps, Brandon (Tennie) Popps, and Jerry Baker; and four great-grandchildren, Isaac, Jackson, Gage and Jett. A graveside memorial service will be held at the Bruce Crossing Cemetery on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2014, at 3 p.m., with luncheon to follow at Bethany Lutheran Church of Bruce C... Full story
