Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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FERNDALE, Mich. - Steven J, Blomberg age 79, of Ferndale, died on Palm Sunday, April 10, 2022, after a long battle with COPD and Alzheimer's disease. He was born Feb, 7, 1943, to Art and Clara Maxine "Mickey" (Behrendt) Blomberg and raised in North Bessemer. Steve graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood with the class of 1961 and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. After training in Northeast and Southeast Asia, he returned stateside and volunteered to serve at a top secret base... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. - Ronald O. Eyer, 75, of Bessemer, peacefully passed on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, at Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield. He was the firstborn to Orlynn and Dorothy Eyer in Alma, and was the eldest of six siblings. Ron graduated in 1964 from Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor. He went on to receive his Bachelor of Science from Ferris State University, studying respiratory therapy and obtained his master's degree in business and computer science. He became... Full story
WHITE PINE, Mich. - Raymond A. Simmons Jr., 88, of White Pine, went home to be with the Lord on Sept. 10, 2022, with his loving family by his side at Trillium House in Marquette. Ray was born Nov. 22, 1933, in Ironwood, to Raymond A. Sr. and Alice (Saippa) Simmons. He graduated from St. Ambrose High School in 1951. Ray worked at Molen Brothers and Friedman News agency until drafted into the U.S. Army in 1953 during the Korean War. He proudly served as an expert marksman and trained Army Ranger.... Full story
ESTEPONA, Spain - Lewis Joseph Bordeaux Jr., 79, of Estepona, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, in Estepona. Lewis "Lew" was born on June 1, 1943, in Alameda, California, the son of Florence Bordeaux and Lewis J. Bordeaux. Lew and Florence moved to Wakefield, Michigan, to the Brotherton Location, when Lew was three-years-of-age to reside with Minnie Haglund and her family, June, Jack and Nancy. The children were close and grew up together, more like siblings than cousins. Lew attended the... Full story
GUNNISON, Colo. - Melanie Ovaska Janakas passed away suddenly Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, of a heart attack, knowing her family loved her dearly. Melanie was born Feb. 12, 1973, in Ironwood, Michigan, daughter of Gary Brian and Karen Ann (Lombardo) Ovaska. She attended Roosevelt and Norrie elementary schools, and Luther L. Wright High School, where she graduated in 1991. In school, Melanie played on the junior high girls basketball team, while wearing a full back brace due to scoliosis, no easy... Full story
GREEN VALLEY, Ariz. - Robert Lee North passed away suddenly on Dec. 7, 2021, Green Valley. Robert was raised in the Hurley, Wisconsin, and Ironwood, Michigan, area. At age 14, he enlisted in the U.S. Army under the name Lee North, and served in the Occupation of Japan and the Korean War. His time in Korea earned him two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. Robert also is a member of the VUMS (Veteran of Underage Military Service). He was very proud of his service and had been very active in the VFW... Full story
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Joanne Kennedy Renterghem age 91 of Greenville passed away Nov. 27, 2020, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was born in August 1929 and raised in Ironwood, the daughter of John and Anne (Olson) Kennedy where she graduated from high school. She graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in education. Mrs. Renterghem was married to the former Lemont Renterghem in August 1956 in Ironwood, and they raised their three children... Full story
DULUTH, Minn. - Steven F. Smith, 76, of Kimball, Wisconsin, died Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center, Duluth, surrounded by his loving family. Steve's full obituary and celebration of life services will be announced in a future edition of the Daily Globe.... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. - Sandra J. Richter, 80, of Bessemer, passed away on Aug. 26, 2022, with her loving family at her side. Sandy was born on June 28, 1942, in Ironwood to Francis and Hilda (Hyvari) Spagnoletti. She graduated from Bessemer's A.D. Johnston High School with the class of 1960. She attended Northern Michigan University and the University of Connecticut and received a bachelor's degree in secondary education with emphases in English, art and mathematics in 1965. She married Thomas... Full story
KIMBALL, Wis. - Gerald L. "Skip" Wick, 92, of Kimball, passed away in the comfort of his home on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022. Skip was born Feb. 9, 1930, in Rice Lake, the son of Richard and Agnes (Fligel) Wick. He was an outstanding athlete at Rice Lake High School and graduated in 1948, he then attended the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and played for the Bluegolds football team in 1949 and 1950. Skip enlisted in the U.S. Army in the summer of 1951, where he proudly served in Korea as a plato... Full story
FREELAND, Mich. - June L. Roenicke, 86, of Freeland, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022. She was born on June 29, 1935, in Ironwood, to John and Saima (Kleimola) Estola. June graduated from Michigan State University in 1957. She worked as a medical technologist for 37 years in the tri-city area. At MSU she met her husband, Frank Roenicke, who predeceased her in 2011. They were united in marriage on Aug. 17, 1957, and were married 54 years. She and Frank enjoyed many family vacations across... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. - Gary Malcolm Erickson, 71, a lifelong resident of Bessemer, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022. Gary was born on May 26, 1951, to Agnes and Malcolm Erickson. After graduating from the A.D. Johnston High School in 1969, he attended Northern Michigan University and received training and education in law enforcement, beginning his career and dedication for serving his community. Gary retired as the undersheriff of the Gogebic County Sheriff's Department... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Lee Baron, 88, of Ironwood, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital, knowing his family loved him dearly. Lee was born on Dec. 15, 1933, in Montreal, Wisconsin, the son of Emil and Esther (Freberg) Baron. Lee graduated from Hurley High School in 1951. Then, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he proudly served his country during the Korean War. He served aboard the destroyer USS Hanson, LST 537 and LST 527, and he was later stationed on... Full story
WESTON, Wis. - Mary Isabel (Landon) Sullivan, 105, died July 5, 2022, at Renaissance Assisted Living in Weston, under Interim Health Care hospice services. Mary and her twin sister, Sarah, were born Nov. 25, 1916, in Wausau, the daughters of John Stewart Landon and Mary Isabel (McInnis) Landon. They lived in Medford and Ironwood, Michigan, and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood and Carroll College. On Dec. 31, 1955, Mary married George D. Sullivan, and moved to Montreal, whe... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Donna Bell (Asher) Welch, 90, of Wakefield, formerly a longtime resident of Bath, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022. Donna was born on Aug. 31, 1931, in Lansing, a daughter of Florence Evelyn and Earl Mike Asher. She was a proud member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Bath, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary in DeWitt. Donna is survived by two daughters, Brenda Stevenson (Glenn) and Nancy Spagnuolo (Ron Harte); a beloved granddaughter, Rozalin... Full story
BAYFIELD, Wis. — With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Nancy Gould on June 20, 2022. Please join us for a memorial service to celebrate her life. We will gather together on Saturday, Sept. 3, at 11 a.m. at Christ Episcopal Church at 125 N. 3rd St. in Bayfield. Instead of providing flowers, we ask that you donate to Christ Episcopal Church. The family has chosen the McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home in Ironwood to honor Nancy’s legacy of life. For more information or to leave an online condolence visit McKev... Full story
Doris Riegler died on Aug. 19, 2022, after battling dementia. Doris was born on Nov. 24, 1929, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Percy and Hattie (Ryan) Crosby. She graduated from Southern High School of Baltimore in 1948 and received her associate degree from Bloom Community College. She married Wayne H. Riegler in Baltimore, on Sept. 18, 1949. They were married 66 years before his death in 2016. Doris and Wayne loved to travel, visiting family throughout the country. She visited all 50 states as... Full story
NAPLES, Fla. - Dolores Rahko Fleming, 80 year old, of Naples, passed away on Aug. 10, 2022, at her home. She was being lovingly cared for by Avow Hospice of Naples. Dolores was born April 8, 1942, in Erwin Township, near Ironwood, Michigan. Dolores was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Fleming, and her two daughters, Suzanne and Deborah. She was also preceded in death by her parents, John and Florence Rahko; sister, Joan Rahko Timmons; and brother, John Rahko. Survivors include... Full story
WAUSAU, Wis. - Jeffrey Carl Hautala, 71, of Hurley, WI, passed away quietly on Aug. 11, 2022, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. A lifelong Hurley resident and graduate of Hurley High School class of 1969, he went on to a degree in psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Before settling again in Hurley, Jeffrey toured in Europe with the Jacques Loussier Trio, a French jazz piano group, as a roadie and planner. He spent some time as a hired hand on the long boats of Lake Superior. Jeffrey l... Full story
BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. - Stanley Edmund Nurkkala, 88, of Bruce Crossing passed Aug. 22, 2022, at St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota, after battling a long illness of cancer. Stanley was born Oct. 16, 1933, in Paynesville, to the late George and Mary (Nazback) Nurkkala. He was predeceased by seven brothers and seven sisters. Stanley was a wonderful uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a great-uncle and great-great-Uncle to many. Following graduation from Ewen High School in 1951, he then... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - On June 16, 2022, my father, C. Raymond Holmes, passed away peacefully in his sleep. Still working and preaching God's word. He was born on May 14, 1929, to Ellen (Carlson) and Carl Holmes. After high school he went to work with his father as a brick layer in Waukegan, Illinois. He met my mother in or around 1952 at the U.S. Navy base in Waukegan through her brother, Alvin Jarvinen, and sister-in-law, Barb Jarvinen. They began dating and married in June 1955. After their... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. - Thomas Augustine Pallin, 81, a longtime resident of Hurley, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Thomas was born on Jan. 10, 1941, in Ironwood, Michigan, a son of Gustaf and Blanche (LaForge) Pallin. He attended St. Ambrose High School in Ironwood. On Jan. 7, 1960, Thomas was united in marriage to the love of his life, Mary Ann Trolla. They made their home in several cities in Wisconsin, and returned to Hurley in 1982.... Full story
CEDAR RAPID, Iowa - Elaine Marie Impola, a caring mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Aug. 15, 2022, at the age of 65. Elaine was born April 2, 1957, the daughter of Albert and Elma Kandoll Impola in Wakefield, Michigan. She grew up and attended school in Ironwood, Michigan, and worked throughout her life in several capacities in Michigan, Minnesota and Iowa, where she spent her final years. Elaine truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures -... Full story
ALBANY, Ga. - Lizzette (nee Collins) Obiden loved and was loved. On Feb. 10, 2022, she left this world surrounded by that love. She is missed, especially by her family and friends. Some friendships were decades-long and from all over the world. All are profoundly saddened by her passing. All remember her sharp wit, style, sense of humor, infectious laugh, expansive intelligence and delicious dinner parties, filled with the aromas and spices from her travels. She was an outstanding woman, who... Full story
EAGLE RIVER, Wis. - Joyce A. (Hegemann) Ludtke passed away on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022. She was 82. She was born May 19, 1940, in Milwaukee, to Elmer and Rose (Bralick) Hegemann. She graduated from Waterford High School in 1958. She married her best friend and love of her life Gene Ludtke on Sept. 26, 1959. He proceeded her in death on Aug. 24, 2017. Joyce had previously worked at Grand View Hospital in Ironwood, Michigan, Gogebic Federal Credit Union in Bessemer, Michigan, and was manager of... Full story
