Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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SATE, Texas — Linda Flinchum Welch left to join her angel friends on Feb. 8, 2020. She was surrounded by her daughter, Heather, and multiple loving family members at Heather’s home in Texas. Linda was raised in Watersmeet and her most cherished memories were of our childhood days there. She spent many years working as a mother, contractor, house painter and wall paper hanger in Texas, until she felt a strong pull to return to the Northwoods, where her spirit truly resided. Berry picking with friends was her favorite time. She cherished her new...
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Maryjean “Jean” Dove, 73, of Ewen, passed away on Feb. 3 at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital. Jean was born in Ontonagon to George and Headwig Korich on Feb. 24, 1946. She graduated from cosmetology school at Marquette. She worked as a beautician and ran T.J. Restaurant and Motel. She was involved in Little League and Cub Scouts for a number of years. Jean is survived by her husband, Terry Dove; two sons, Keven and Keith Dove; sisters, Franse Worachek and Anne Yesney; brothers, George, John and Pete Korich; a granddaughter, Leia...
ALANSON, Mich. — David James Alkire, 57, of Burt Lake, caught the A-Train on Feb. 4, 2020 to another baseball event He lived to love, loved to live, and inspired others. Donations can be made to your local food pantry in his memory, to the Jimmy Fund or The Mark Fydrich Foundation. A private family remembrance service will take place at a later date. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at gaylordfuneralhome.com...
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Florence I. Rundell, 91, a long-time resident of Bessemer, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living Community in Ironwood with her son, David, by her side. She was born on Jan. 9, 1929, daughter of Gustav and Hulda (Turminin) Johnson. She attended Bessemer schools and graduated from A.D. Johnson High School with the class of 1946. Florence married Arthur W. Rundell, the only guy for her, on Nov. 13, 1948. He preceded her in...
MONTREAL, Wis. — Dawn Louise Peck (Nyquist), 68, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her husband, Bill, and close family on Jan. 29, 2020, in Montreal. Dawn was born April 4, 1951, in Waukegan, Illinois, daughter of Tauno and Virginia (Hannula) Nyquist. She graduated in 1969 from Stranahan High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and received her Bachelor of Science in social work from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, in 1973. She married William Peck in 1974 in Las Vegas, Nevada. After moving to Burlington in 1974, Dawn b...
MERRIWEATHER, Mich. - Philip Laurie Wirtanen, 75, of Merriweather, passed away suddenly on Saturday evening Feb. 1, 2020. Philip was the beloved son of Toivo Richard and Siiri (Johnson) Wirtanen and born in Ironwood on July 15, 1944. He attended Ironwood schools and was active in the ski club and debate team at Luther L. Wright High School from which he graduated in 1962. Phil received an Associate of Arts degree from Gogebic Community College, 1964; Bachelor of Science, University of...
WAKEFIELD, Mich. — Robert Phillip DuCharme, 74, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Jan. 30, 2020, in Wakefield, Michigan, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born July 13, 1945, in Saxon, Wisconsin to Arthur and Anna DuCharme. He graduated from Saxon Senior High. He married the love of his life, Gail Thomas, on June 29, 1968. He was a union carpenter and retired from Award Construction. He is survived by his wife, Gail; daughters, Tammy (Sam) of Minnesota and Tera (Chad) of Minnesota; grandchildren, Cody, Cru...
GREEN BAY, Wis. - Robert "Bob" Dante Micheletti Sr. of Green Bay, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020, at the age of 72. Bob was born on Jan. 18, 1948, in Seattle, to Michigan natives Ferdinand and Ruth (Sahinoja) Micheletti. Early in Bob's life, the family returned to their Michigan roots and settled in Matchwood. Bob graduated from Bergland High School and attended Gogebic Community College. On June 13, 1970, he married Deborah (Debbie) Ann Lonchar, with whom he had three children, Angela,...
WINTER HAVEN, Fla.- Gloria M. Kuster, 93, of Winter Haven, formerly of Bessemer, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Jan. 7, 2020 surrounded by family. Gloria was born on May 25, 1926, in Bessemer and was the daughter of Elofe and Lillian (Whayman) Nystrom. She graduated from Bessemer High School in 1944. She married Vaughn Kuster on June 27, 1953, in Detroit. He preceded her in death in 2010. Gloria completed a cosmetology program and began her career as a beautician in Ironwood, Michigan....
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Toby Webb, 91, passed away Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020. He was preceded in death by wife, Joan; son, Randy; parents, Sidney "Spider" Webb and Gladys (Ballinger); and sister, Delight (Arthur) Carli. He passed away peacefully at Jones-Harrison hospice care in Minneapolis. He is survived by his children, Jack and Wendy; Wendy's son, Benjamin; Jack's children, Samuel and Sydney; and all Toby's beloved family including, Mary Prosek Bonk, Sandra Carli Moller (Dick), Michael Carli...
ASHEVILLE, N.C. - James "Jim" Benjamin Manning, 76, of Trout Creek, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, with his family by his side. He was born on July 21, 1943, in L'Anse, Michigan, the son of the late Benny and Violet (Madden) Manning. Jim grew up in Trout Creek and graduated from Trout Creek High School in 1961. He was an outstanding high school basketball player, winning All-State honors in his junior and senior years. Jim held the U.P....
BESSEMER, Mich. - Rose M. Blomberg, 91, of Bessemer, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020. Rose was born on July 14, 1928, in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin, into what would eventually be a family of 10. As a young girl, she enjoyed the outdoors including fishing, waterskiing and playing music with her dad. Her idol was Loretta Lynn because they had similar upbringings and loved music. On May 23, 1947, Rose married Vern Blomberg Sr., and together they had three sons, Verner, William "Billy" and...
SUGAR CAMP, Wis. — Richard “Bud” Baker, 75, a resident of Sugar Camp passed away on Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at Seasons of Life. He was born in Marenisco, Michigan, on May 27, 1944, to Richard and Nellie Baker. Bud was an avid deer hunter. Bud was proceeded in death by his brothers, Jerry Baker and Gordon “Sonny” Baker; sister, Iris Perala; son, Richard D. Baker III; daughter, Kristina Baker; and nieces, Ellie Krueger and Julie Baker. He survived by his best friend and significant other, Judy Blattler of Rhinelander; daughter, Sue Ann Baker of Rh...
SAN DIEGO - Rudolph Eugene Pakonen, 85, a longtime resident of Valley Center, California, passed away peacefully in his sleep early morning Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020. Rudy was born Jan. 20, 1934, in Ironwood, Michigan, son of the late Toivo Arthur Pakonen and Alma Haaro Pakonen. He graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1953. Rudy married his first wife, Dorothy Salonen Pakonen, in 1958. Rudy was very active in local Republican politics throughout the 1970s and was president of the Finnish...
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Max was the most unique, philosophical, deep thinking and sensitive being. We are eternally grateful that he chose us to have the honor of knowing his true self and loving him. He was brilliant and kind and had an immeasurable depth in his spirit. When he loved, he loved absolutely. He could be so serious or crack us up laughing with his sense of humor that was his and his alone. He loved his dogs and best buddies Ariah and Steele completely. He left a few of us down here on...
BRADENTON, Fla. - Gordon K. Stephens of Bradenton, and Manitowoc, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020. At age 87, colon cancer and its ensuing complications took him from his beloved wife of 66 years, B. Joan Stephens (Wilson). His life ended with yet another great story: A Caribbean cruise, Mexican hospital, air ambulance, and a valiant struggle at Blake Medical Center in Bradenton. At the moment he passed, he was surrounded by his devoted wife, four sons, two daughters-in-law, and...
BESSEMER, Mich. — Robert James Oie, 69, of Bessemer, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, at his home. Robert was born on Nov. 8, 1950, in Ironwood, a son of Clyde and Mary (Novak) Oie. He attended Luther L. Wright High School and graduated in 1968. Robert continued his education at Gogebic Community College and earned an associate degree. He worked for Gogebic County. Bob will be remembered for his humor and quick wit and various other moods. Rest easy and see you in a bit. Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara; a daughter, Rachel (...
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Marjorie Bertini passed away on Jan. 25, 2020. Born on Aug. 23, 1926, to Earl and Fannie (Wanzer) Murley, she was a lifelong resident of Ironwood. After graduating from Luther L. Wright High School, Marjorie attended Gogebic Community College. Upon completing her college education, she went to work for the Lake Superior Light and Power Company, where she remained until her marriage. In 1948, Marjorie married Peter Roman Bertini. They lived in the family home on Pabst Street,...
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Ron L. Wilson, 85, of Ironwood passed away on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, in Ironwood. Ron was born on July 18, 1934, in Birchwood, son of Leonard and Miriam (Buskanen) Wilson. He moved with his parents to San Francisco and later to Oakland, California, as a child. His father worked in the shipyards to support the war effort. Returning to Ironwood after the war, Ron attended and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School. He attended Gogebic Community College and graduated with...
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - James M. Stratman, 70, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, passed away Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, at his home. James was born on April 9, 1949, in Bessemer Township, the son of William F. and Margaret E. (Bolen) Stratman. He attended Wakefield High School and graduated in 1967. James worked as a saw filer at Connor Lumber for 30 years and concluded his working career at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in maintenance. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, camping and fishing....
BESSEMER, Mich. — Carole Elizabeth Elliott, 86, a longtime resident of Bessemer, passed away Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020. Carole was born on Dec. 31, 1933, in Minneapolis, a daughter of Everett H. and Ruth Elizabeth (Goyins) Williams. She attended Ironwood schools and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1952. In 1953, Carole married the love of her life, William D. Elliott. She moved with him to Virginia, Texas and Louisiana while he completed his military duties with the U.S. Navy. In 1956, they traveled back to Bessemer, where they m...
ALMA, Mich. — Arnold John Liimakka, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020. Arne was born on July 29, 1944, to Arnold Mathias and Saima (Niemi) in Ironwood. Arne received his bachelor’s degree in biology from Northern Michigan University and his master’s degree from the University of Oklahoma. He worked as a high school biology teacher at Alma High School, where he made lifelong relationships with many teachers and students. After retirement from teaching, Arne began his second career as a farmer at Bosle...
Hurley, Wis. - Carl P. Sauter, 93, of Hurley, passed away on Dec. 31, 2019, at Villa Maria Health Care Center in Hurley. Carl was born on Feb. 16, 1926, in Ironwood, son of Joseph and Caroline (Zimmerman) Sauter. He graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1944 and served in the U. S. Army in World War II. He was a long-time employee of OK Auto Parts in Ironwood and previously of the A & P grocery store. He was an avid trout fisherman; and later in life, enjoyed golf, bocce, and...
LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. — Wayne Smith, 86, passed away Jan. 6, 2020, in Lake Havasu City, Ariz. He was born in Ironwood and was the son of Walter and Eleanore Smith. Wayne served in the army from 1953 to 1955, doing a tour of duty in Korea. Afterwards he worked in a building supply and lumber sales, eventually co-owning the Iron River Building and Home Center, along with the Lumbermen’s Motel and Restaurant in Iron River. During that time he was an active member of the Iron River Lions Clu...
BIG RAPIDS, Mich. - Dr. Eugene M. "Gene" Nikkari, 92, of St. Louis, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at The Brook of Big Rapids in Big Rapids. Visitation will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, on Friday, Jan. 24, from 2 to 8 p.m. with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Nativity of the Lord Parish Mt. St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Louis, on Saturday, Jan. 25, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Jim Carlson officiating....
