Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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BELLEVILLE, Mich. - Betty Marie (Liljegren) Goxem, 97, joined her Lord on April 1, 2020. Betty was born to Paul and Elsie (Hoeft) Liljegren on Nov. 6, 1922, in Bessemer. Her family lived in the Ironton Location. She attended the Puritan School and A.D. Johnston High School. During her younger days she enjoyed ice skating, skiing and visiting the family's cottage in Mercer, Wisconsin. After graduating in 1940, Betty's family moved from Bessemer to Detroit, where she met Rolf Goxem, a design... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. - Arthur Halford Sopko, 87, passed away on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020. Born in Chicago, on Dec. 13, 1932, at the Lakeside Clinic and Post Graduate Hospital, Arthur was the loving son of John and Helmi Sopko of Ironwood, Michigan. His parents were the owners of Sopko's Meat and Groceries Red and White at 129 W. Aurora St., in Ironwood. Arthur attended Central Grade School, St. Ambrose Catholic School and Luther L. Wright High School, graduating high school in 1951. He entered the U.S.... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - John J. Juntunen, 68, of Ironwood, died on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020 at Pioneer Apartments in Ironwood. He was born on Sept. 12, 1951, in Ironwood, son of John A. Juntunen and Goldie (Rintala) Juntunen. His parents are deceased. John is survived by his brother, Kenneth Juntunen of Kingman, Arizona, and six nephews, six nieces and numerous cousins. He was "Uncle Johnny" to his nieces and nephews. His favorite uncle and aunt were Gilbert and Vivian Juntunen. He also enjoyed being... Full story
BESSEMER TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Carol Jean (Thomas) Cocking, 72, of Bessemer Township, passed away peacefully at home of natural causes on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. She was born on April 5, 1947, in Ironwood, daughter of the late Charles and Lucille (Barnecott) Thomas. Carol was raised in Hurley, Wisconsin, and graduated from J.E. Murphy High School, class of 1965. She spent much of her life in the food service industry working for various establishments including St. Sebastian Catholic School, Big... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Anna Mae Vukovich, 94, of Ironwood, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020, at the Aspirus Ironwood Hospital in Ironwood. She was born on April 28, 1925, in Ironwood to David and Anna (Petrusha) Breen. She attended school in Ironwood and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1943. She attended several classes at Gogebic Community College in Ironwood. Ann married Emil Vukovich Jr. of Bessemer in 1947 at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Ironwood. She worked at the Dai... Full story
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Marian E. Olkonen, 87, lifelong resident of Hurley, died peacefully Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior. She was born in Ironwood, Michigan, Aug. 14, 1932, the daughter of Walter and Katherine (Armata) Wierzbicki. Marian was a lady of strong faith and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. In her free time, she enjoyed knitting, shopping, trips to the casino, cooking, especially making her... Full story
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - Kermit "Ed" Rice, 81, originally from Ironwood, passed away on Feb. 29, 2020, at his home in Corpus Christi. He served in the U.S. Navy as an air traffic controller for 22 years, and then worked for the Civil Service in air operations for 17 years. Ed was memorialized with full military honors and now rests at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi. He is survived by his wife, Carol (Abramson); his two daughters, Tammy and Sheri; his two grandsons,... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. — John L. Alexandroni, 74, of Ironwood, passed away after a fifteen yearlong battle with ALS. He was born on June 15, 1945, in Ironwood, to the late Gildo and Beatrice (Eliason) Alexandroni. He met, fell in love and married the love of his life, Patricia Semo, on Jan. 20, 1968. They were married for 52 years. John was a proud U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, flying his drone, and was a professional gunsmith for his gunsmithing business. But most important to John was his family and friends. His memory will l... Full story
WAUSAU, Wis. - Walter N. Saubert, 80, of Bergland, Michigan, passed away on March 23, 2020, at the Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. He was born on June 8, 1939, the son of the late Raymond and Roberta (Higgins) Saubert. After graduating from the Bergland High School in 1958, Wally served two years in the U.S. Army and two years in the army reserves. Wally and Paula Graves were married on May 19, 1962. He worked in the smelter as a maintenance man for the White Pine Copper Company. Wally was a caring... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. - Frances C. Templer, 96, of Ironwood, Michigan, died on Sunday, March 29, 2020, at the Villa Maria Nursing Home in Hurley. She was born on Jan. 24, 1924, in Ironwood, Michigan, the daughter of the late Stephen and Josephine (Gorilla) Cvengros. She graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1942. Frances held several jobs after graduation from high school, most notably as a telephone operator for Michigan Bell. On June 17, 1950, Fran was united in marriage to her husband,... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Rita Rose Barto passed away peacefully at home of natural causes on March 28, 2020, in Ironwood Township. She was born on April 20, 1932, in Ironwood, daughter of Ray and Margaret (Himinick) Swanson. She resided in Ironwood for most of her life. Rita was married to Robert Barto in 1957, and together they had two daughters, Cynthia and Roberta. He preceded her in death in August 2000. Rita was a homemaker, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved the natural... Full story
OMAHA, Neb. — Jean Holcombe, 86, of Omaha, died Thursday evening, March 26, 2020, at Josie Harper Hospice House due to complications with advanced Parkinson’s disease. Jean Carol Pearson was born to Andrew and Signe (Nelson) Pearson near Plum City, Wisconsin, on Jan. 8, 1934. Jean was the youngest of seven siblings: Robert, Genevieve, Norman, Doris, Laura and John, all deceased. The family moved to Minneapolis around 1937 after losing their farm in the depression. Jean grew up in south Minneapolis and enjoyed skating on Lake Harriet and you... Full story
IRONWOOD — The funeral for John Douglas “Doug” Doxsey which was scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2020, at McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home, Ironwood, has been postponed due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. The service will be rescheduled at a later date.... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Nick Raymond Furyk, 64, of Ironwood, passed away on March 26, 2020, in Ironwood, Michigan. He was born on May 11, 1955, in Ironwood, son of Bernard and Carol Furyk. He attended local schools and graduated from J. E. Murphy High School in Hurley, Wisconsin with the class of 1973. Nick enjoyed fishing, hunting, the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers and especially his dog, Willy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Carol Furyk. Nick is survived by a daughter, Leah Marie Simonich of Hurley, Wisconsin; g... Full story
MILWAUKEE, Wis. - Lowell C. 'Pete' Peterson, 85, of Milwaukee, formerly of Iron Belt, was born to eternal life and reunited with his loving son, Gary on Sunday, March 22, 2020. Lowell was the beloved husband of Connie (Murphy) for 58 years; loving father of Cheryl (Bob) Grundl; proud grandpa of Jake, Kerri, Jon and Nina; dear brother of Ted (Donna) Peterson and brother-in-law of Dale Pryor, they survive him. He is further survived by his nieces, other relatives and friends. Per Pete's wishes no... Full story
WAKEFIELD - Debra Ann Granato, 60, entered into eternal life unexpectedly on March 19, 2020. She was born in Waukegan, Illinois on Aug, 17, 1959 to the late Clifford Mattila and Ruby Brackney. She graduated from Wakefield high school in 1977 where she participated in anything she could be involved in. She carried this desire to be involved through her entire life. She married the love of her life, John Granato, on Nov. 30, 1979. They had four children, Nicole (Dion) Delfavero of Wakefield, John... Full story
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - DeWayne E. "Dane" Campbell II, 64, of Springfield, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, March 19, 2020. Dane was born on Nov. 24, 1955, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, the only son of the late DeWayne Sr. and Sylvia Campbell. He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy Jo (Minnick) Campbell; his sons, DeWayne (Jessica) Campbell III and Jeremy Campbell; sisters, Elizabeth (Richard) Mickinak , Marylee (Charles) Ilminen, Vicki (Timothy) Gerou, Kimberly McMillie, Kristine... Full story
St. Petersburg, R.I. — Edna Jane Tatham, 75, went to be with the Lord and Savior on March 2, 2020. She was born at The Westerly Hospital in Westerly, Rhode Island, on March 3, 1944. Special thanks to Suncoast Hospice and Freedom Square Seminole. Flowers are welcome to the family, but donations are also accepted at Suncoast Hospice or a charity of your choice. A celebration of life will be held at a later date due to unforeseen circumstances at this time and will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home in St. Petersburg, and will follow with a n... Full story
GAYLORD, Mich. — Claudine J. Wasson, formerly of Watersmeet, Michigan, passed away Sunday March 22, 2020 at the Medilodge Nursing Facility in Gaylord. She was 91. Claudine was born in Waucedah on July 6, 1928 to the parents of Herman and Vivian (Trudell) Hupp. She married Edward Wasson on Oct. 27, 1946 and resided in Watersmeet, working and raising a family. Claudine worked as a server at several local restaurants and, for many years, at the U.S. Forest Service’s James Toumey Nursery and Sylvania Property Information Center. After retiring, Cla... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - June H. Luoma, 83, of Erwin Township, passed away on March 25, 2020, in Ironwood, Michigan. She was born on June 22, 1936, daughter of Donald and Martha (Kuitunen) Hakala. June married Marvin C. Luoma on Feb.13, 1954 at Zion Lutheran Church in Ironwood, and they were married for 52 years. He preceded her in death on Jan. 1, 2007. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Ironwood. June was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and her family meant everything to... Full story
BERGLAND, Mich. — Marian J. Brentar, 74, passed away at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on March 23, 2020. She was born the daughter of Stanley C Kaczmarek Sr. and Mary H. (Galamba) Kaczmarek in Wakefield. She graduated from Wakefield High School and on Aug. 12, 1967, she was united in marriage to Bernard J. Brentar. Marian had a long secretarial career and retired from the state of Michigan in 2007. She was a talented quilter and enjoyed sewing, knitting and crocheting, especially if it was for her grandchildren. She is survived by loving husband, B... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Arthur Christian Bergquist, 77, of Ironwood Township, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020, at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital. Chris, a son of George and Gertrude (Trier) Bergquist, was born Nov. 29, 1942, in Ironwood. On Nov. 30, 1963, he was united in marriage to Sonia Anne Caruso at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Chris is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Sonia; his pride and joy, his daughter, Christian; his brothers, Nik (Judy), George (Shirley Pertile), Robe... Full story
TROUT CREEK, Mich. - Ruth Cameron Warren, 91, of Trout Creek, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020, in Bellaire, while she was wintering with her daughter Laura and her son-in-law Jon. She was born March 22, 1928, in Flint, Mich., daughter of the late Duncan and Dorothy (Westnedge) Cameron. Ruth grew up in Trout Creek and was a graduate of Trout Creek High School. On Feb. 12, 1949 she was united in marriage to Bruce Warren. He preceded her in death on Dec. 4, 2005. Together they raised six child... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. - Arvella Marie Hellman, 89, of Bessemer, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020. Arvella was born on Jan. 16, 1931, in Wakefield, a daughter of Arvo John and Marion Lempi (Hakenen) Torkko and was raised in Wico Location. She graduated from Wakefield High School in 1949 and attended Gogebic Community College where she met the love of her life, Robert J. Hellman. They married in 1953 and had 56 wonderful years together. They moved into their brand-new home in 1957 and raised four... Full story
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - DeWayne E. "Dane" Campbell II, 64, of Springfield, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, March 19, 2020. Dane was born on Nov. 24, 1955, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, the only son of the late DeWayne Sr. and Sylvia Campbell. He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy Jo (Minnick) Campbell; his sons, DeWayne (Jessica) Campbell III and Jeremy Campbell; sisters, Elizabeth (Richard) Mickinak, Marylee (Charles) Ilminen, Vicki (Timothy) Gerou, Kimberly McMillie, Kristine... Full story
