Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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IRONWOOD, Mich. - Elsie Ilona Nevala, 94, of Ironwood, passed away Tuesday June 16, 2020, at Aspirus Hospital in Ironwood. The former Elsie Ilona Hagman was born April 23, 1926, in Ramsay. Her parents were Jaako Hagman, born in Ylistaro, Finland, and Anna Kolehmainen, born in Kiiminki, Finland. Preceding in death were her husband for 58 and a half years, Donald Nevala; and siblings, Tena, Irene, Gertrude, Bertha, Mayme, Jack and Wilbur. In August 1927, Jaako was hit and killed by a train while... Full story
CANTON, Ohio - Margaret A. Johnson, 85, of Canton, died Sunday, June 14, 2020, in Aultman Compassionate Care Center, following a brief illness. She was born Sept. 2, 1934, in Bessemer, Michigan, to the late Reino and Tyyne (Niemi) Salonen. She was a Canton resident for the past six years prior to which she resided in Michigan. Margaret retired from Blue Cross/Blue Shield with 20 years of service. She was a member of North Industry United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her... Full story
WINCHENDON, Mass. - Ida May (Banovetz) George, 86, of 11 Front Place, Winchedon, died May 26, 2020, at Alliance Health, in Baldwinville. She was born in Wakefield, Michigan, on May 22, 1934, the daughter of Joseph J. and Arvilla I. (Boleau) Banovetz. Ida May attended grade school at Puritan Location and St. Sebastian schools, in Bessemer, Michigan; and junior high at Notre Dame Convent in Milwaukee. She graduated from A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer with the class of 1952. She was in... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. — Paul Malmberg, a lifelong resident of Bessemer, passed away June 14, 2020, surrounded by his family. Over the past 11 months, Paul continued to live life to the fullest during his fight with pancreatic cancer. Paul was born on Nov. 14, 1951, in Detroit. He graduated from A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer in 1969 and from the University of Minnesota-Duluth in 1973. Paul joined his father, Roy, in 1973 at General Insurance Agency in Bessemer. He worked until his passing. His son, Mark, joined him in 2016 and will continue m... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. - George G. Reed, 77, died peacefully on June 9, 2020. He was a lifelong resident of Hurley and spent most of his career as Iron County clerk. He was an amazing storyteller and had a great sense of humor. No one loved the Green Bay Packers as much as he did, except maybe his wife. He will be greatly missed by his family. He was born on Sept. 11, 1942, to the late George J. Reed and Frieda (Endrizzi) Reed. He attended St. Mary's Grade School and graduated from J. E. Murphy High... Full story
PINGREE GROVE, Ill. — Shirley Jean Delimba passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, in Pingree Grove, after a lengthy illness, with her children at her bedside. The former Shirley Wheeler was born on Dec. 7, 1929, to George and Marie Wheeler in Gile, Wisconsin. She attended kindergarten through eight grade in Montreal, Wisonsin, and later graduated from J.E. Murphy High School in Hurley, Wisconsin, in 1947. Following her graduation, she worked briefly for her father at the family restaurant in Ironwood, Michigan, where she met her f... Full story
WOODRUFF, Wis. — Bobby Ruann Larson, 54, “wild and free spirited soul who moved with the wind,” passed on Tuesday, June, 2020, at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff. She was born on Dec. 2, 1965, the daughter of Robert and Betty (Hammond) Larson. Bobby is survived by her soul mate and best friend, Chris L. Smith, and faithful loving companion, Alice; and by her siblings, Bill Hensley, Mike Hensley, David Larson, Buddy Adams and Betty Ann (Adams) Zanutto; her children, Belinda Larson-Bickford, Timothy Sworab, Richard Larson and Rober... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Rose M. Panich, 90, of Ironwood entered eternal life on Monday, June 8, 2020, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living Community in Ironwood. She was born on March 9, 1930, daughter to John and Genevieve (Armata) Cisewski. After graduation from high school in 1948, she continued her education at the Chicago Business College. On May 5, 1951, she married Peter Panich of Ironwood at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Montreal, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death i... Full story
MARQUETTE, Mich. — Sandra “Sandy” Butelewski, 76, a resident of Watersmeet, died on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at U.P. Health Systems in Marquette. Sandy was born in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, on Aug. 22, 1943, to Frank and Harriet Weyenberg. She graduated from Kaukauna High School. She was employed at East Wisconsin Savings Bank in Kaukauna for 44 years and retired in 2005. Sandy married Bill Butelewski on Sept. 30, 1967, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Little Chute, Wisconsin. Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Harriet; and bro... Full story
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Ann M. Clark, age 104, of Greenville, died May 3, 2020, in Greenville. Ann was born and raised in Ironwood, Michigan. She met and married Auburn B. Clark in Flint, Michigan, and they made their home there. They later built a retirement home in Ironwood Township. Ann was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Auburn B. Clark; parents, John and Rose Bunjevac; grandson, Matthew Peter Elliman; brothers, Nichols, Peter and Stephen; and sisters, Amelia, Catherine, Regina, Helen, Rose and Mary. She was survived by daughter B... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Della J. Kleimola, 92, of Bessemer, passed away on June 4, 2020, at Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield. She was born on March 8, 1928, in Munising, daughter of James and Venus (Jackson) Connors. She attended local schools. Della married Gordon K. Kleimola on Jan. 6, 1951. He preceded her in death on Oct. 5, 2001. She worked at Simpson Electric in Mercer, Wisconsin, for 20 years. Della loved quilting, sewing crocheting, beadwork, camping, fishing and playing cards. She... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. - Jeanne Louise Bennett, 95, of Ironwood, Michigan, passed away on June 6, 2020, at the Villa Maria Health and Rehab Center in Hurley. Jeanne was born on Sept. 25, 1924, in Levering, Michigan, the third child of William L. and Harriett Mable (Williams) Burns. When her family moved to Ironwood, she was 3 years old. She was in the initial first-grade class at the then new K-8 Sleight School in Ironwood. She graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1942, and she then attended... Full story
BIG SPRING, Texas - Larry Clarence Allen found peace at the age of 76 at the Veterans Home in Big Spring on May 31, 2020. He was born in Ironwood, Michigan, on Sept. 23, 1944, and attended local schools. After high school he joined the U.S. Air Force, spending several years in Guam. While in the service he earned a degree in electronic technician. After returning to his hometown in Ironwood, he worked for Johnson's Music store and Matton's TV and Appliance. He then moved to Montana and was the... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - James H. "Jim" Bale, 87 of Ironwood Township went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Friday, June 5, 2020, while surrounded by his loving family, and holding hands with the love of his life of 69 1/2 years, Joan Berlin Bale. Jim was born in Oxbow Dam, Michigan, on Nov. 4, 1932, and lived in Lakeview, Michigan, before moving to Ironwood about 1939. On Dec. 20, 1950, he and Joan were married. They bought their Ironwood Township farm in 1955 where they raised th... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Anthony "Tony" or "T" John Mukavitz, 56, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 28, 2020, while biking on the Iron Belle Trail which he frequently enjoyed after a day of work. Tony was born on Sept. 30, 1963, the son of William "Bobo" and Barbara (Kleimola) Mukavitz. He grew up in Ironwood Township and attended local schools. He graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood in 1981, where he lettered athletically in football, track and skiing. After high school,... Full story
MARENISCO, Mich. - On May 30, 2020, Thomas Joseph Charles, affectionately known as TJ, was called home into his Father's loving arms following a nine-year courageous battle with his illnesses. TJ, son of Thomas Michael "Bam Bam" and Peggy Sue Charles, was born July 7, 1994, in Ashland, Wisconsin. He attended school in both Marenisco and Wakefield, and graduated from Watersmeet High School in 2012. TJ has taught us many things in his short life. The most important being, love of family and to... Full story
PARK FALLS, Wis. - Paul Joseph Gottwald, age 88, passed away on June 1, 2020. Paul was born on April 5, 1932, to John and Mary (Moha) Gottwald in Wakefield, Michigan. He attended school in Wakefield, and continued his education at Michigan College of Mining and Technology in Houghton, earning a degree in forestry management. On June 25, 1955, he married Eileen Anne Bertie in Wakefield. They moved to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, while Paul served his country as a commissioned officer in the U.S.... Full story
ROCHESTER, Ill. - Steven J. Long, 62, of Rochester, entered into eternal life on May 30, 2020 surrounded by his loving family after a year-long battle with brain cancer. He was born in Wakefield, Mich. to the late Kenneth and Margaret Long. He graduated from Michigan Technological University with his Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. He worked for most of his career as the Bureau Chief of Airport Engineering for the State of Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Aeronautics.... Full story
DE PERE, Wis. — Robert J. Ferkovich, 88, passed away peacefully in the morning hours of May 26, 2020, in De Pere. He was born Jan. 19, 1932, in Hurley. On July 16, 1955, he married Virginia Chouinard. He worked at local mines, was a cross-country truck driver, worked for the city of Hurley and retired while working for the county. He was also involved in the local drum corps and was an Iron County highway commissioner. He was a strong man who had a heart which always supported the underdog. He was very involved with his family, spending most o... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - James "Jim" Gordon DuRay, 72, passed away on May 27, 2020, at the Gogebic Medical Facility in Wakefield. Jim was born on March 30, 1948, son of Robert and Mildred (Kleimola) DuRay. He grew up in Bessemer and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1966 to serve his country during the Vietnam War. While in the Navy, he was decorated with the Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Navy Unit Commendation Medal. He was honorably discharged in... Full story
MERCER, Wis. — Christine A. Lawrence, 73, of Mercer, passed away on May 29, 2020, at her home in Mercer. Christine was born Dec. 19, 1946, in Milwaukee, daughter of John and Angeline (Kurkerwicz) Sier. She was married to Robert Lawrence, and he preceded her in death. Christine was a lifelong resident of Northern Wisconsin. She was a hard, dedicated worker and was employed at various jobs. She loved flowers and feeding wildlife and hummingbirds, but she especially loved spending time with her grandchildren who she loved dearly. She was p... Full story
SARASOTA, Fla. — Michael Dravecky, 62, died in May 2020 at his home in Sarasota. Mike was born June 27, 1957, in Phelps, Wisconsin, to Florence and Mike Dravecky. Mike graduated from Watersmeet Township High School. He began studying civil engineering at Michigan Tech in the fall of 1975, and he graduated in 1980. He had been an engineer in Florida for more than 30 years. He enjoyed cooking and baking, especially sweets for his neighbors and co-workers. He is survived by two sisters, Lynn Haarala (Lawrence Haarala) of Phelps, Wisconsin, and K... Full story
MILWAUKEE - Rodney W. "Rod" Seeke found peace on May 29, 2020, at the age of 89. He was the beloved husband of Sally (nee Erickson) for 63 years; the proud and devoted dad of Greg (Lori); grandpa of Claire, Courtney and the late Kaitlyn; brother of Grant "Skippy" (MaryKay) Seeke; and brother-in-law of Shirley Seeke, Nadine Seeke and Phyllis (Tony) Kolpak. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Esther Seeke; and his siblings, Milton, Roger, James, Curtis and Patricia Yopps. He is... Full story
PARK FALLS, Wis. - Bonita "Bonnie" Mae (Steiner) Joustra, 80, of Mercer, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at Rivers Edge Extended Care Unit in Park Falls. Bonnie was born on Sept. 5, 1939, to Arnold and Evelyn (Smart) Steiner of Butternut. She attended Butternut K-12 School, was a drum majorette for the Butternut marching band and graduated from Butternut High School with the class of 1957. On May 23, 1959, Bonnie married Henry R. Joustra in Butternut.... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Mary Lynn (Walker) Wozencraft, best known as Lynn Layman, was born on Nov. 16, 1946. She died at home in Ironwood, on May 20, 2020, surrounded by the loves of her life; her 11 cats, Flower, Ranedrop, Smokey, Greystoke, Blackie, Grizelda, Hazel, Smudge, Annie, Smooch and Ninja; two dogs, Phreddie and Domino; and thousands of her beloved books. Lynn lived a full life and loved deeply. She was always there for the party but also there with a hand to hold. Lynn shared your highs... Full story
