Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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BROOKFIELD, Wis. - Frances M. Fischbach (nee Talaska) of Brookfield, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2021, at the age of 90, in the company of her loving family. Fran is lovingly remembered and survived by her son, Michael, daughter-in-law, Ann, and grandsons, Christopher and Joseph; her daughter, Mary, son-in-law, Dick Johnson, and grandsons, Matthew and Bennett; her son, Paul, daughter-in-law, Teri, grandson, Michael, and granddaughter, Samantha; and her daughter, Margaret. She is further... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Gloria J. Schlais, 72, of Ironwood, passed away at her home on Monday, July 12, 2021. Gloria was born the daughter of Frank and Lucille (Jameson) Voldarski on Sept. 21, 1948, in Ontonagon. She was a 1966 graduate of Hancock High School. On May 22, 1987, Gloria was united in marriage with Gene Schlais at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Hurley. Gloria was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Ironwood. She loved reading, baking and gardening. Gloria enjoyed... Full story
APPLETON, Wis. — Daniel Arthur Bouillion, age 72, went home to his heavenly Father on June 22, 2021, in Appleton. Dan was born July 26, 1948, in Watersmeet, Michigan. He was known for his love of music and his wonderful voice, as he sang for many funerals, weddings and special events throughout his life and now has joined the choirs of angels in heaven. He is survived by six sisters, Lois (Dave) Assmann, Char (Bill) Barribeau, Marion Bouillion, Bonnie Ruby, Karen (Dick) Blomberg and Debra (Dale) Anderson; sister-in-law, Mary Bouillion; and t... Full story
HOBART, Wis. - Jean Laverne Maki, 90, of Ironwood, Michigan, peacefully passed away at Emerald Bay Memory Care, Hobart, Wisconsin, on Saturday, July 3, 2021. Jean was born on July 5, 1930, daughter of the late George and Sylvia (Peltonen) Anderson. She attended Ironwood schools, graduating from Luther L. Wright High School in 1948. After high school, Jean was employed at Lieberthal and Montgomery Ward. She married William "Weeps" Maki on Aug. 20, 1949, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ironwood.... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Clarence J. "Sonny" Fredrickson, 89, of Ironwood Township, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021. He was born on Oct. 14, 1931, to parents Einar Clarence Fredrickson and Helmi Emily (Hautanen) Fredrickson, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was his brother, Robert. Sonny graduated from Luther L. Wright High School with the class of 1949. In January of that year, he joined the Michigan National Guard retiring in 1986, with 31 years of service. His... Full story
WILLISTON, N.D. - Preston Roy "Roy Boy" Heikkinen, 25, of Williston, died tragically Thursday, July 8, 2021, in Williston. Preston was born to Janet (Dean) and Jacob Heikkinen of Williston, on Oct. 3, 1995, at Grand View Hospital in Ironwood, Michigan. "If we knew what love was, it was because of you." He attended both grade school and high school in Marenisco, Michigan, and Roscommon, Michigan. After graduating high school, he attained his welding certification from Kirtland Community College.... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Regina Margaret McPherson, 87, of Ironwood Township, passed away on July 5, 2021, at her home. She will be greatly missed by everyone. Regina was born on Jan. 14, 1934, in Mellen, Wisconsin, the daughter of Clayton H. and Theresa (Justice) Landry. She graduated from Mellen High School in 1952. After graduation, she attended St. Joseph's School of Nursing in Marshfield, Wisconsin, and graduated in 1955 and worked as a Registered Nurse at Trinity Hospital as a surgical... Full story
WAUSAU, Wis. - Ned Joseph Fors, 59, of Watersmeet, Michigan, died at Aspirus Wausau Hospital of a massive cerebral hemorrhage. He was born Jan. 24, 1962, in Wakefield, Michigan. Following his 1980 graduation from Ewen-Trout Creek High School, he was a licensed insurance representative in Mankato, Minnesota. He later transferred to Maki Insurance Agency in Ironwood. In June 2004, he suffered an aortic aneurysm and became blind. Survivors include his mother, Ruth; and brother, Reg Thomas. He was...
SAXON, Wis. - Dorinda A. (nee Lund) Holm, 72, of Saxon, passed away peacefully Friday, July 2, 2021, with her loving family at her side. Dorinda was born on Oct. 24, 1948, in Ironwood, Michigan. She married Ryckie A. Holm on June 6, 1971, and they made their home in Saxon. They recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Dorinda was a dedicated teacher at the Ramsay School in Ramsay, Michigan, and later for the Hurley School District. Dorinda is survived by her beloved husband, Ryckie;... Full story
WAUSAU, Wis. - Delores Mayrene Raisanen, 89, of Ironwood Township, Michigan, passed away on June 29, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born in Winton, Minnesota, on Jan. 13, 1932, to Yalmer and Hilma (Rokola) Mattson. Delores married Robert Raisanen at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Waukegan, Illinois, on Sept. 30, 1950. She attended schools in Winton and Ely, Minnesota, and later in Ironwood, Michigan, at Roosevelt Grade School and Luther L. Wright High School, graduating in 1949. She... Full story
WOODRUFF, Wis. - Genevieve "Gen" Thompson, 84, of Mercer, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021. Gen was born on Jan. 10, 1937, in Winona, Minnesota, to Valentine and Mary (Glisczensky) Modjeski (previously Modrzejewski). She was united in marriage to William "Bill" Thompson on Feb. 5, 1955, at Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Winona. They made their home in Mercer. Gen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. She enjoyed music, playing guitar and singing. Gen was an avid reader and... Full story
MERCER, Wis. - Geraldine "Gerri" A. Conley, 78, of Mercer, passed away peacefully at her home with her husband by her side on Monday, June 28, 2021. Gerri was born the daughter of Edward and Evelyn (Lund) Lillie on Aug. 29, 1942, in Bessemer, Michigan. Gerri was married to Melvin Ruff on May 11, 1961, in Eau Claire. From this marriage she had her three sons - Brian, Bradley and Brent. She moved to Rolla, Missouri, where she managed the Howard Johnson Restaurant. At the restaurant, she was not... Full story
KALAMAZOO, Mich. - David "Dave" LeRoy Beck, 86, of Marshall, passed away on June 29, 2021, at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo. He was born on Sept. 16, 1934, in Marshall, to Leo Roy and Berniece (Bristol) Beck. Dave entered into the U.S. Navy on May 18, 1953, in Chicago, and was honorably discharged on May 16, 1957, in Long Beach, California. He attained the rank of DC 2 and was awarded the National Defense Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He met June at Midway Roller Rink, knowing... Full story
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Jeffery Wade Gleason passed away peacefully at his home in Ann Arbor, at the age of 50. Jeff was born in Traverse City, on July 26, 1970, son of Gary and Jane Gleason. Jeff graduated from the A.D. Johnston High School in 1988. He served in the U.S. Army from 1990 to 1993, where he served in the front lines of Operation Desert Storm, receiving an Army Commendation Medal. Jeff truly enjoyed the outdoors and could always be found hunting, fishing, looking for Leland Blue Stone an... Full story
LAKE GOGEBIC, Mich. - On June 27, 2021, veteran Donald Ernest Berquist met with the angels in heaven. Don "Big Don" lived on Lake Gogebic and was the owner of Gogebic Lodge since 1981. Don was born in Chicago. He earned his bachelor of engineering degree from University of Arizona and master's degree of business administration from Loyola University. Following college, Don joined the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve where he served as the commanding officer of the Great Lakes region for the next 25... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Elsbeth Elisabeth Karliner, 82, a resident of Ironwood Township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, 2021. Elsbeth was born on March 22, 1939, in Düsseldorf, Germany, a daughter of Franz and Minna (Scheffler) Hölscher. Elsbeth is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, Rudolf; three children, Monika, Michael and Mark; several grandchildren; a sister, Erika; a brother, Klaus; and several nieces and nephews. The family is honoring her life in a private funeral s... Full story
MELLEN, Wis. - Kathryn M. "Peggy" Gerry, 97, a lifelong resident of South Carey, in Hurley, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2021, at Mellen Manor Nursing Home. Peggy was born on June 9, 1924, in South Carey to Peter and Mary (Obert) Pedretti. She attended the Cary School and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. She then attended St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Chicago, graduating in 1945. She returned to the area and was united in marriage to John W. Gerry... Full story
HARTFORD, Wis. - Joseph G. Schemenauer, 79, passed away on June 19, 2021, at his home on Spider Lake with his family present after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on Feb. 11, 1942, in the township of Addison, Washington County, to Clarence and Lucille (nee Peters) Schemenauer. Joe is survived by his wife, Barbara A. (Pfalz); his children, Randy S., of Hartford, Wisconsin, and Stephen J., of Hartford. He is also survived by his sister, Eeileen (Norvin) Lehman; brother-inlaw, Ralph... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Maj-Britt Kangas, 89, of Ironwood, passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living Community. Maj-Britt was born the daughter of Leo and Irma (Lehtinen) Nyberg on Oct. 17, 1931, in Helsinki, Finland. She attended and graduated from school in Finland. After school Maj-Britt worked for a telephone company, a retail store, and the Finnish State Department. On Aug. 16, 1953, Maj-Britt was united in marriage with John "Gil" Kangas in... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Dennis E. Novascone, 80, of Ironwood passed away on June 17, 2021, at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital. Dennis was born March 31, 1941, in Ironwood, the son of Emil and Kathryn (Jurakovich) Novascone. He graduated from A. D. Johnson High School in Bessemer, Michigan in 1959. He served in the U.S. Army from Nov. 1963 until Aug. 1965. He married Carol McRae on Sept. 29, 1979. He worked at Indianhead Ski Hill for 49 years as the food and beverage manager. Dennis was a good family man... Full story
DRUMMOND, Wis. - John Edwin Nachtsheim passed away at home on June 20, 2021. John was born on April 21, 1940, in Minneapolis, to Edwin and Viola Nachtsheim. John attended school in the Robbinsdale, Minnesota, school system and graduated from Robbinsdale High School in 1958. He was an outstanding athlete, participating in football, basketball and track. He received numerous athletic honors while in high school. Following graduation, he attended the University of Colorado on a football... Full story
LEONARD, Mich. - Denver William Leinonen, 88, of Almont, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Caremore of Oxford Retirement and Assisted Living in Leonard, Michigan. He was born July 26, 1932, at the Finnish Hospital in Ishpeming, Michigan. His father, William and mother, Alma (Tarvainen), were both of Finnish descent. Leinonen, who grew up in Covington, graduated from L'Anse High School in the class of 1950. He attended elementary school in Covington. Following high school, he... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Karen Ann Korpi, 76, of Wakefield, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 18, 2021. Karen is preceded in death by her parents, Ann and Paul Busch. She wanted a private family get-together in their home to celebrate her life. Karen was born on April 14, 1945, in Ironwood. She shared her birthday with her first granddaughter which was a wonderful celebration together every year. Karen is survived by her husband, Russell Korpi, after 58 years of marriage; their two... Full story
LAKE PLACID, Fla. — Bernard "Bobo" Kolesar, 95, passed into the arms of God and joined his Savior Jesus Christ on June 5, 2021, in Lake Placid, Florida, surrounded by his family. He was born in 1925 to John and Mary Kolesar in Ironwood. Bobo was the last surviving sibling of 17 sisters and brothers. He grew up in the Norrie location and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1943. With the untimely passing of their father, he joined family members tending their animals and garden w... Full story
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Edward Zarecki passed away on Dec. 18, 2020, at the age of 90. He was born and raised in Bessemer, Michigan, and always considered Bessemer to be his true home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elisabeth; and sisters, Caroline and Ruth. He is survived by daughter, Rita (John); grandchildren, Elizabeth, Matthew, Kathryn and Mary; great-granddaughter, Sophie; and sister, Agnes (Ron, deceased). He is further survived by his brother-in-law Andy (Ruth’s husband); and family and friends. A memorial Mass was celebrated at the... Full story
