Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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BESSEMER, Mich. - Caleb Dominic Buck-Harris, 14, of Bessemer, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. He loved his family, dogs and chickens, and had many talents including music, sports and making people laugh. "His life was a song he played and we were just notes in it." Caleb is survived by his mom and best friend, Vanessa Rose Buck, loving father who raised him, Nathaniel Price, his dad, Brandon Harris, prize-winning gramma, Laurie Modeen; grandpa and grandma, Mike and Karen Buck; grandma... Full story
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. - Glen D. Mattson, 84, of Rochester Hills, died peacefully in his home on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. Glen was born July 1, 1935, in Ironwood. He served in the military for two years. He was employed in the automotive industry as a designer and manager in the Detroit area. After retirement, he enjoyed spending his summers maintaining the property of his family farm in Erwin Township. He also enjoyed spending time on woodworking projects and just being outside enjoying nature.... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - The Rev. Louis P. Bracket, the oldest priest in the Diocese of Marquette, 98, formerly of 307 Eddy St., in Wakefield, passed away peacefully early Thursday morning, Nov. 7, 2019, at Bishop Noa Home for Senior Citizens in Escanaba. He was born on June 10, 1921, in Wakefield, a son of Anton Louis and Anna Theresa (Frigo) Bracket. A love of the outdoors filled his early life with hunting, both big and small game, and fishing. Fr. Bracket graduated from Wakefield High School in... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Virginia E. "Betty" Peierl, 98, of Ironwood, formerly of Boulder Junction and Milwaukee, Wis., passed away peacefully early Friday morning, Nov. 8, 2019, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living Community in Ironwood, with her family at her side. Betty was born on Sept. 12, 1921, in Dala-Husby, Sweden, a daughter of Karl-August and Sofia (Sundvall) Anderson. At the age of 18, she immigrated to New York on the last boat available because of World War II in... Full story
RHINELANDER, Wis. - Edward Caron, 94, of Rhinelander, passed away peacefully with family on Nov. 3, 2019. Edward was born in Watersmeet, Mich., on July 21, 1925. He was the son of Albert and Mathilda (Hill) Caron and a graduate of Watersmeet High School with the Class of 1943. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and was deployed to the South Pacific during World War II. Upon returning from the war, he began his career as a brakeman with the Chicago North Western Railroad.... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Paul Delano Kangas, 73, of Ironwood passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Nov. 5, 2019, at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield. He was born in Ironwood on Nov. 15, 1945, the son of John and Laina (Sipponen) Kangas. He attended Ironwood schools and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School. Paul joined the U.S. Army and served stateside during the Vietnam War. He worked for Michigan Bell Telephone Company as a technician for several years. Paul was an avid... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Paul D. Kangas, 73, of Ironwood passed away on Nov. 5, 2019, at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield. He was born in Ironwood on Nov. 15, 1945, the son of John and Laina (Sipponen) Kangas. He attended Ironwood schools and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School. Paul joined the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War. He worked at Michigan Bell Telephone Company as a technician for several years. Paul was an avid traveler. He was known as the "Quarterman" around... Full story
SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. - Irene Maki, 87, of Scotch Plains, N. J., formerly of Hurley, Wis., passed away in her sleep on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019. Irene was born in Cigánd, Hungary, Aug. 29, 1932. Immigrating to the United States in 1956, she learned how to speak English and built a career in the field of nursing for more than 30 years, specializing as a private family nurse. Moving into the 1990s and early stages of her "Up North" retirement, Irene was the owner of the Eagles Nest Motel, formerly... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Mike Kopnick, 55, of Ironwood, passed away peacefully Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at home, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. Mike was born on Oct. 9, 1964, in Waukegan, Ill. He attended Medical Lake High School in Medical Lake, Wash., and graduated in 1983. On May 23, 2003, Mike was united in marriage to Melissa K. Welch in Bessemer. He was the service manager at Red's Auto Service in Ironwood. Mike is survived by his beloved wife, Melissa; a son, Michael J.... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. - Elizabeth "Betty" Jeane Rondeau, 83, passed away on Oct. 30, 2019, at her home in Hurley. She was born on Jan. 31, 1936, the daughter of Clyde and Hazel (Jacquart) Livingston. She attended Roosevelt Grade School and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood, Mich. Betty worked at Johnson Truck Farm in her younger years. She also worked at Ahonen Lumber Company, Kmart and drove the school bus for many years in Green River, Wyo., until her retirement. She loved... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Elizabeth Anne Mesun, 58, beloved and cherished wife and mother from Ironwood Township, passed away on Oct. 28, 2019, at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital. She was born Elizabeth Anne Ehlers in Two Harbors, Minn., on April 21, 1961. She was the youngest of six children of the late Walter and Margaret Ehlers of Silver Bay, Minn. She graduated from William Kelley High in Silver Bay in 1979 and went on to study art at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. She married Brian Mesun in 1981... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. - Marie Antoinette Nelson, 77, a lifelong resident of Bessemer, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, with her family at her side at Court Manor in Ashland, Wis. Marie was born on March 1, 1942, in Wakefield, the daughter of Arthur and Antoinette Niemi. She was a graduate of A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer. On Aug. 24, 1961, Marie was united in marriage to Conrad "Connie" Nelson. They celebrated nearly 58 years of marriage before his passing on May 9, 2019. For... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Rodney F. Johnson was born Jan. 21, 1937, in Bessemer, Mich., to his parents Gen Stanlake and Clarence Johnson. Rod passed away Oct. 14, 2019. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and, after his time in the service, he moved to Chicago, where he met his wife, Joy. He worked for CW Transport until they closed their doors. Rod then retired and moved to Ironwood, Mich. He and his wife lived there for many years. He joined the American Legion and drove the DAV van to the veterans hospital... Full story
APPLETON, Wis. - Lorraine Shirley (Perrow) Tarvas, 75, from White Pine, Mich., and the retirement residence of Mesa, Ariz., joined our Lord on the afternoon of Oct. 30, 2019, after experiencing a sudden illness. She was treated at both the Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital and St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, surrounded by her loving family. Lorraine was born to William and Cecil Perrow on Aug. 16, 1944, in Baraga, Mich. She was the youngest of six children and grew up in the Alston area. She went... Full story
ASHLAND, Wis. - Arlene V. Maki, 88, of Oma, passed away on Oct. 28, 2019, at Court Manor Health Systems in Ashland. Arlene was born on June 16, 1931, in Oma, the daughter of Victor and Vera (Lahti) Saarnio. She attended Oma and Hurley Schools and graduated from Hurley High School with the class of 1949. She married Aaro Maki on April 13, 1956. He preceded her in death on June 30, 2016. Arlene enjoyed traveling, antiquing and visiting friends. She is survived by sons, Brian and Bruce (Clara) Maki... Full story
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Timothy Roberto "Chub" Joustra, 58, of Hurley, passed away Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, surrounded by his loving family at the University of Minnesota Fairview Medical Center of Minneapolis. Tim was born Dec. 27, 1960, in Burlington, Wis., son of Henry "Hank" and Bonita "Bonnie" (Steiner) Joustra. He graduated from Mercer High School with the class of 1979. He met and married Antoinette "Tonie" Hassberg in February 1984. Together they created four beautiful children. Although... Full story
BESSEMER, Mich. - Katherine E. "Kay" Trappa, 93, a lifelong resident of Bessemer, passed away late Saturday evening, Oct. 26, 2019. Kay was born on Feb. 22, 1926, in Bessemer, a daughter of William and Sally L. (Klavinski) Trappa. She graduated from A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer. Kay was a loyal employee and assistant to Dr. Perkins in Ironwood until her retirement. She was a faithful member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church in Bessemer and remained active in the community by... Full story
BERGLAND, Mich. — Elsie Mae Hamel, 70, of Birch Street, Bergland, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, surrounded by her family. Elsie was born at her family home in Bergland on Sept. 19, 1949. She was the daughter of the late Einard and Georgianna Perttu. Elsie attended the Bergland High School and graduated in 1967. Elsie was a homemaker; she enjoyed cooking, baking and crocheting blankets for her family. Many will remember Elsie as the Avon Lady in Bergland for many years. Elsie also worked at the motel in Bergland and as a waitress and c... Full story
MARENISCO, Mich. - Robin Marie Tice, 50, of Marenisco, passed away in her home on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was greeted by her son, Jesse, as she entered into eternal glory with her Savior. Robin was born on June 30, 1969, in Marinette, Wis., to Tom Hoffman and Judy Price. The family moved to Marenisco in 1970. Robin was a member of the Roosevelt High School Class of 1988, where she enjoyed volleyball and cheerleading.... Full story
MERCER, Wis. - James T. Sullivan, 80, of Mercer, Wis., formerly of Hurley, Sauk Village and Chicago, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, at his residence. Jim was born on Feb. 15, 1939, in Chicago, a son to Patrick and Rose (Serafinski) Sullivan. He married Dolores C. Mlynarczyk on Feb. 11, 1961, at St. Florian Catholic Church, in Chicago. Surviving is his wife, Dolores Sullivan of Mercer; daughters, Kathy (Ron) Henchel of Madison, Sheila (Jeff) Gize of Mercer and Jenny Luse (Chip Orlikowski... Full story
ONTONAGON, Mich. — Sigrid Bonetti passed away Oct. 25, 2019 at Ontonagon Aspirus Long Term Care. She was born in Bruce Crossing on Feb. 25, 1930, to the late Charles and Sophie (Moilanen) Lindberg. She attended local schools and graduated from Ewen High School with the Class of 1948. Sigrid worked at Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company employment office in Detroit for a short time. She returned here, where she met and married Frank Osterman in 1949. He drowned at Lake Gogebic in 1955. In 1957 she married Val Bonetti in Ironwood, where they made t... Full story
PARK FALLS, Wis. - Thelma A. Pemble, 91, of Mercer, passed away on Oct. 23, 2019, in Park Falls. Thelma was born on June 25, 1928, in Mercer, the daughter of Mike and Narrie (Schwartz) Babic. She attended Mercer grade schools. She worked at Simpson Electric, Mercer Boat Factory, a candle factory in Mercer and cleaned cabins in the area. Thelma loved baking cakes, crafting, puzzles, music and fishing. Her specialty was her homemade pasties, and they were the best. She loved her dogs, Cindy and Ta... Full story
WAUSAU, Wis. - James Stanley Fyfe, 80, died on Oct. 22, 2019, at the Aspirus Wausau Hospital after a lengthy battle with cancer. James, best known as "Chugger" to family and friends alike, was born on Dec. 14, 1938 in Ontonagon, Mich., to the late James Herbert Fyfe and Beatrice Ann (Fischer) Fyfe. One of his most closely guarded secrets was how he came by the name "Chugger." There are several versions to this story, none of which he would confirm or deny. One tale was a childhood friend... Full story
Oconomowoc, Wis. - Alfred "Ike" Lathrop, 87, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. Alfred was the loving husband of Ilana Lathrop for over 60 years; dear father of Robert Lathrop, Sharon (Matthew) Page and Chris (Christina) Lathrop; grandfather of Nathan, Robert A., Felicia, Andrew, Brianna, Erica and Rachael; and brother of John Lathrop. He was also survived by great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at the... Full story
BERGLAND, Mich. — John Lonchar Jr. passed away at the age of 71 on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019. Johnny was born on Oct. 22, 1947, in Detroit to John and Phyllis (Finazzo) Lonchar. The family relocated to the Upper Peninsula after Johnny graduated high school. Johnny worked in the family business at the Salt Lick Inn, and at the White Pine copper mine. After serving in the U.S. Navy, Johnny had two sons, John Lonchar III and Tom Lonchar. Johnny was an active outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding motorcycles. However, his true p... Full story
