Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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MARCO ISLAND, Fla. - Holly Susan (Sliva) Tisdall, age 67, passed away Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, at her home in Marco Island, Florida. Holly was born on Dec. 5, 1953, in Crystal Falls, Michigan. She was a graduate of A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer, Michigan, and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan Technological University, Houghton. She began her career working as a microbiologist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. There she met her husband, Dr. Philip Tisdall. They... Full story
WAUSAU, Wis. - Gary G. Martens, 80, of Gile, passed away on Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born on Oct. 29, 1940, son of the late Walter and Adeline (Klima) Martens. Gary honorably served his country in the U.S. Army. On April 5, 1975, he married Dorothy Cardini in Montreal. She survives. Gary worked for Auto Glass Specialists in Ironwood, Michigan, and later for Jacquart Manufacturing in Ironwood prior to his retirement. He had a great love for nature and the... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Michael Wayne Wesa, 63, of Ironwood, died Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, at home in Ironwood. Michael was born April 20, 1958, in Milwaukee to George R. Wesa and Verna L. Gormley. He graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood in 1976, and served in the U.S. Army from August 1977 to September 1980. He owned his own business - Mike Wesa Construction - for many years until the time of his death. Mike loved sports. He wrestled in high school, was a baseball coach and was a s... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. — Frederic D. “Fred” Kellerman, 79, of Hurley, passed away on Aug. 24, 2021, at his home in Hurley. He was born in Milwaukee on March 28, 1942, son of Elmer and Alma (Gerlach) Kellerman. He attended Hurley schools and graduated from J.E. Murphy High School in 1961. He was very fond of running track, playing football as well as playing in the high school band. After graduation, from 1962 to 1965 he worked as a telephone lineman in San Jose, California. He also worked at the Manitowish Waters Telephone Company in Manitowish Water... Full story
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - Wilma M. Tucker, 100, passed away on July 26, 2021, in Springfield. Wilma was born May 21, 1921, in South Cary, Wisconsin, to Matt and Alina Kinnunen, and graduated from Lincoln High School in Hurley, Wisconsin, with the class of 1939. After high school, Wilma moved to Milwaukee and worked in a factory that manufactured radios for American fighter planes and bombers for the war effort. Realizing this line of work wasn't for her, Wilma enlisted in the U.S. Army. After basic... Full story
MONTREAL, Wis. - Nancy J. Gehrke, 67, of Montreal, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021. Nancy was born to Conrad and Martha (Sillanpa) Mattson on Aug. 17, 1954, in Bessemer, Michigan. Nancy was a 1972 graduate of Hurley High School, and she went on to receive her Associate Degree from Gogebic Community College. Nancy then worked at Gogebic Community College in the admissions office for 31 years, retiring in 2007. On June 4, 1988, Nancy was united in marriage with... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Brian "Bones" Wasielewski, 55, of Wakefield, passed away Friday, Aug. 20, 2021. Brian was born on Jan. 5, 1966, in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. He was a hard working heavy machinery mechanic who loved fishing in his spare time. Brian is survived by his mother, Myla; brothers, Alan, John and Jared; children, Cheryl, Steven and Austyne; grandson, Zack; nieces and nephews; and numerous friends. A celebration of Brian's life, in place of a funeral, will be held the weekend of Sept. 10.... Full story
BEDFORD, Ill. - Margaret Matilda Novotny Silberg, 99, of Bedford, died peacefully at home surrounded by the love and support of her family. Born March 15, 1922, in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of Frank Albert and Julia (Bytosh) Novotny. Margaret graduated from Toledo's Waite High School with the class of 1941. She married Waldo Frederick Silberg in 1944 and became a member of the Lutheran Church. When her husband took a government job in Chicago, Margaret moved to Clarendon Hills,... Full story
GURNEY, Wis. - Doris Ann (Rowe) Ofstad, 85, of Gurney, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021. Doris was born Oct. 6, 1935, in Gurney, to Lester and Lucille (Lee) Rowe. She was one of seven children and attended school in Gurney and in Saxon. On Dec. 13, 1952, Doris married the love of her life, Robert Ofstad, of Superior. They made their home in Gurney with their eight children and were married for 66 years before Robert's passing in January 2019. Doris headed the Gurney General Stor... Full story
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Margaret "Peggy" McKevitt, 63, former Ironwood, Michigan, resident, died Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, at St. Joseph's Hospital in St. Paul, of complications from cancer treatment. Peggy was born May 7, 1956, in Ironwood, daughter of the late Joe and Margaret (Gamble) McKevitt. She attended St. Ambrose grade school and graduated from Ironwood Catholic High School in 1974. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in clothing and textiles from Iowa State University in 1978 and a Master... Full story
KENTON, Mich. - John Edward Bonin, 55, of Kenton, passed away Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021, at his home. John was born on April 8, 1966, in L'Anse, a son of Robert and Gladys (Maxfield) Bonin. He attended Ewen-Trout Creek School. On July 19, 1991, John was united in marriage to Shelly Winberg. They made their home in Kenton and were blessed with three sons. John worked as a log home builder for many years until he took employment at the Toumey Nursery. He also worked at Connors Flooring until he was... Full story
WASHBURN, Wis. — Gary Lee Rund, 78, of Bessemer, Michigan, passed away after a short stay at The Northern Lights Care facility in Washburn. Gary was born March 22, 1943, to Melbourne and Francis (Osier) Rund at Divine Infant Hospital in Wakefield, Michigan. He was a graduate of Bessemer school in 1961. Later, he served faithfully in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam war working with communications. He took what he learned from the Army and turned it into a career of more than 30 years with Anderson Communications in Marquette, Michigan, as a r... Full story
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Joyce Ann Johnson passed peacefully at Winkler Court in Fort Myers, on Aug. 9, 2021, at the age of 85. Joyce is survived by her children, Robert W. Johnson Jr., Dawn-Marie Johnson, and David W. Johnson; grandchildren, Tiffany, Cameron, Dallas, Morgan and Maddie; sister-in-law, Nancy Siebert; cousins, Jeanne Collins and Patricia Diluna; and numerous nieces and nephews. Joyce was born in Hurley, Wisconsin, to Jack Siebert and Dora Cameron. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, John Siebert and Donald S... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Marlin John Lundwall, 92, formerly of Topaz, passed away at Aspirus Grandview Hospital in Ironwood, on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021. He was born March 26, 1929, in Michigamme, son of the late Oscar and Teckla (Equist) Lundwall. Marlin was employed as a shaft repairman at the White Pine Copper Mine. He loved to hunt and fish. Marlin’s passion was cribbage — an activity he was able to enjoy even after his hunting and fishing days were over. He had been married to the former Madeline Bailey. After their divorce, Marlin then marri... Full story
MINNEAPOLIS — Marlys Jean (nee Edwards) Ahlstrand passed away in Minneapolis on Aug. 7, 2021, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Marlys was born July 15, 1948, in Ironwood, Michigan. She was a daughter of Charles and Emily (nee Olkonen) Edwards. Marlys grew up in Ironwood and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1966. She went on to graduate from Gogebic Community College and Michigan State University. She lived in Minneapolis for more than 50 years. In that time she was a buyer for Donaldson’s and Dayton’s department store... Full story
DULTUH, Minn. - Ricky Roy Wainio, 67, of Wakefield, Michigan, passed away peacefully after one incredible fight with cancer on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota, with his loving family by his side. He was born on March 11, 1954, in Ironwood, Michigan, the son of Levi and Pauline Wainio. Rick lived in Wakefield his entire life. He graduated from Wakefield High School. On Feb. 21, 1976, he married the love of his life, Susan Marie St. Vincent, in Ironwood. They... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Bonnie Peterson, age 69, long-time resident of Ironwood, died unexpectedly at home on Aug. 9, 2021. Bonnie grew up in Bessemer and was a class of 1969 graduate of A.D. Johnston High School. She loved her sons, animals, and the feel of the sun. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mario and Anna Pertile of Bessemer; sister, Mary Ann of White Pine; and brother, Tony of Bessemer. She is survived by sons, Donnie Peterson and Mike Schwab, both of Ironwood; sister-in-law,... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Donna Marie Merz passed away on Monday, Aug. 2, 2021, in Wakefield. "Death is not extinguishing the light. It is putting out the lamp because the dawn has come." -Rabindranath Tagore Donna was born in Galena, Kansas, on Nov. 25, 1939, to Eula Marie (Kohl) and Lee Jackson. She married Jackson Edward Shuping Jr. and they had two children, Jackson (Peggy) Edward Shuping III and Cindy Lou (Joe) Brozzo. Jackson Jr. proceeded her in death. She married Joseph Martin Merz. They had tw... Full story
WEST BEND, Wis. - Olive A. Crane (nee Mildren), of West Bend, died on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, at her home at New Perspectives at the age of 98 years. She was born on Nov. 1, 1922, in Ironwood, Michigan, to the late William and Nellie (nee Ryan) Mildren. As a young adult, she moved to Milwaukee with friends and family. During World War II, she worked as a welder at Allis Chalmers Super Chargers. Her work included fabricating parts for war machinery. In 1943, she met Clarence "Al" Crane in... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. — David Dale “Chief” Khoury, 74, of Hurley, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021. David was born Nov. 5, 1946, in Wakefield, Michigan, to June Martin and Dale Khoury. He attended Union Grove High School in Union Grove, Wisconsin, and graduated in 1965. He then entered military service in the U.S. Navy on April 5, 1966. On Dec. 12, 1970, he married Deidre Zirzow of Silver Lake, Wisconsin, with whom he shared 20 years of marriage and two children. While employed by the U.S. Navy, David obtained his bachelor’s degree... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. — Marlene Ann (nee Wanhaaho) Thomas, 67, of Bessemer, passed away Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021. She was born on July 12, 1954, in L’Anse, a daughter of Martin Arnold and Sylvia Mary (Kiviranta) Wanhaaho. On Aug. 4, 1984, Marlene was united in marriage to David Lyle Thomas in Evanston, Wyoming. She was a certified nursing assistant. When Marlene and David lived in Exton, Pennsylvania, she worked at Frank’s Nursery & Crafts and was a supervisor at Michaels Arts & Crafts. She was a member of the Apostolic Lutheran Church in Ironw... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Russell Saari, 81, a lifelong resident of Ironwood Township, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2021, with his family by his side. Russell was born on May 18, 1940, to Arvo and Marian (Kooping) Saari. He attended Roosevelt School and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1958. After graduation, Russell enlisted in the U.S. Army and served from 1958-1960. He received several marksmanship awards. Following an honorable discharge from the Army, Russell worked at... Full story
WAUSAU, Wis. - Lynus D. Kelly Jr., 85, passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021, in Wausau. Born on Nov. 30, 1935, son of Lynus Sr. and Pauline (Newton) Kelly, he attended Watersmeet Township School, in Watersmeet, Michigan, graduating with the class of 1953. After high school, he went to Ironwood Junior College for two years and then joined the U.S. Army. Upon completion of his military service, he enrolled in Michigan State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in business... Full story
BLOOMINGDALE, Ill. — James J. Gerovac, 82, of Bloomingdale, Illinois, passed away on Aug. 8, 2021. James was the beloved husband of the late Karen S. Gerovac; the devoted father of Gregory Gerovac, Nicholas (Jill) Gerovac and Michael Gerovac; the loving son of the late Nicholas and Mary Gerovac; the dear brother of the late Loretta Schmitt; and dear grandfather of Joshua, Jacob, Jason, Mary and Nicholas Gerovac. A visitation for James will be held on Thursday, Aug. 12, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Salerno’s Rosedale Chapel, in Roselle, Ill... Full story
ST. JOSEPH, Minn. - Janet Lee Innes, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, at her home in St. Joseph. Jan was born Oct. 12, 1943, in Washburn, Wisconsin, to Martin and Nellie (Sorenson) Anderson. She graduated from Ondossagon High School and then went to X-ray school in Duluth. She worked as an X-ray technician for a few years. Jan married Robert James Innes at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Ashland, Wisconsin, on July 15, 1967. Bob and Jan moved... Full story
