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Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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IRONWOOD, Mich. — Catherine Rajkovich, age 90, died at Westgate Nursing Center in Ironwood on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022. She was the youngest of six children born to Andrew and Mary Rajkovich. She spent her entire adult life in foster care homes across Upper Michigan. We thank Lakeview and Westgate for their loving care. No formal church services will be held. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Ironwood. The family has chosen McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home to honor Catherine’s legacy of life. To make an online condolence visit McK...
HURLEY, Wis. - Elizabeth A. Krone, 89, of Hurley, passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, at the Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Assisted Living Facility in Ironwood, Michigan. Liz, or Betty as some referred to her, was born Dec. 27, 1933, to Frank and Theresa Slaski. Liz attended St. Mary's Catholic School and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1951. She later attended Gogebic Community College. On Oct. 24, 1953, she married the love of her life, Gustaf R. Krone,...
WOODRUFF, Wis. - Born Dec. 31, 1925, Jacqueline "Jackie" Lacek died on Oct. 11, 2022, at Seasons of Life Hospice House, in Woodruff, surrounded by her family. She spent her last day on Earth lying by a favorite window with the warm October sun streaming through and full-color maple, aspen and oak trees lighting up the skyline. Jackie is survived by her son, Mark and his wife, Susan, and their children, Emmy, Ally and Faith (deceased); daughter, Mary Ann Colasacco and her husband, Jim, and their...
BESSEMER, Mich. - It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce our beloved wife, mom and grandma, Arlene Susan (Puisto) Vittone, died suddenly at home in Bessemer at the age of 82 on Oct. 12, 2022. She was predeceased by her parents, Axel and Helvi Puisto; her sisters, Lynn Palmquist and Karen Barton; and daughter, Rochelle (Shelley) Gustafson, Kimball, Wisconsin. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Richard Vittone, Bessemer; sister, Deanna Calloway and brother, Dennis Puisto; her...
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Aiden Luke Ozzello, 18, of Ironwood Township, passed away on Monday, Oct. 10, 2022. Aiden was born on Aug. 26, 2004, to Bonnie Estola and Ted Ozzello. He graduated from Luther L. Wright High School with the class of 2022. While in high school, Aiden participated in multiple team sports. He was currently attending Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. His field of interest was gas utility service and construction. Aiden will be greatly...
HURLEY, Wis. - Phyllis Margaret Perry, 94, of Hurley, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022, with her family by her side. She, one of four children, was born on Jan. 12, 1928, in Plum City, to Fred and Clara Zeilinger and joined a great generation. Her parents owned and ran a farm and the children rode the family horse to the local school. Phyllis graduated from high school with secretarial skills. After high school, during the Big Band Era she was employed as a secretary for Parker...
PEORIA, Ariz. - Ronald Charles Tibaldo, of Peoria, and formerly of Wakefield, Michigan, gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022. Ron was loved by many and will be missed by many more. Ron was the type of guy that would light up a room when he walked in, always cracking jokes at just the right time with a hearty laugh and a little smirk, and then say, love ya! Ron immensely enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He enjoyed camping, fishing and tinkering with mechanics. Ron...
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Cecil James “Jim” Branning, 79, of Ironwood, passed on to be with his Lord God on July 31, 2022, at home in the care of hospice and with his wife Mary Ann. A memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Ironwood at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, with Pastor Nichole Hanson-Lynn officiating with military honors to follow....
HURLEY, Wis. — Jeanne C. Thomas, 78, of Gile, lost her battle with cancer on Oct. 3, 2022, at her home. She was born on Nov. 1, 1943, in Lake City, Florida, to Hugh and Matilee (Flynn) Casper. She was the oldest of eight children. She was born into a military family and spent most of her time in Virginia where she eventually met her husband of 42 years, William Thomas. They then moved north to Wisconsin, where they spent the rest of their days. Jeanne loved to be outside in the sun, whether it was working with her flowers or riding on a m...
DRUMMOND, Wis. - Marla K. Nachtsheim, age 82, of Drummond, passed away on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, at her home. She was born on July 19, 1940, in Wakefield, Michigan, the daughter of John and Lempie (Maenpaa) Hariu. Marla was a graduate of Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood, Michigan, and of the University of Minnesota–Duluth. She had a very successful career as a social worker, primarily as a child protection worker. Protecting, giving to and serving families was an important part of her l...
OMA TOWNSHIP, Wis. - Dennis W. Mattson, 87, of Ishpeming, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his Pine Lake cottage, Oma Township, on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022. Dennis was born on July 10, 1935, in Wakefield, Michigan, to Walfred and Lyme (Brompsi) Mattson. He graduated in 1953 from Wakefield High School. After graduation, Dennis worked at the Plymouth Mine in Wakefield. In 1954, during the end of the Korean War, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. Dennis proudly served four years as the crew...
KESWICK, Va. - Maureen Wright Roberts, of Keswick, Virginia, passed away on Sept. 20, 2022. She was born in Ironwood, Michigan, on Sept. 15, 1932. Maureen was predeceased by her parents, Judge Robert R. and Edrye (Trier) Wright; her husband, Walter D. Roberts Jr.; sister, Edrye M. Riggs; and stepson, John W. Roberts. She is survived by her daughter, Candisse Reynolds of Palmyra, Virginia; sisters, Julann Griffin of Palmyra, and Sally Latchford of Washington, D.C.; stepchildren, Walter D....
GURNEY, Wis. - On Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, James Rowe went to be with the love of his life, Gloria. He passed away at home in Gurney, surrounded by love and memories. Jim was born on Feb. 20, 1946, to Lester and Lucille Rowe. He was the youngest of seven children. He married Gloria Luoma on Nov. 4, 1972. Jim and Gloria lived on the family farm in Gurney and together raised their five children. Jim loved hunting and fishing, raising crops, taking care of his chickens, making maple syrup, and being...
WATERSMEET, Mich. – William L. Webb, 82, of Watersmeet, passed away on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022. William was born on July 12, 1940, in Greenville, Texas, and was raised in Dallas. He followed the Dallas Cowboys football team and was their number one fan. On Sept. 9, 1989, William married Cyndi in Dallas. For 17 years, William loved living in the Upper Peninsula. He enjoyed cooking Mexican food, making hors d'oeuvres and snacks, going to the casino and absolutely loved snow. William was a truck d...
BILLINGS, Mont. - Michael Thomas "Mike" "Waz" Wasley, of Billings, Montana, passed away on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, at the age of 34. Michael was born in Ashland, Wisconsin, on Aug. 19, 1988, to Jeffrey and Debra Wasley of Ironwood, Michigan. He went to Newport and Norrie Elementary Schools and was a graduate of Luther L. Wright High School with the class of 2007, where he was a standout athlete. He attended Vermilion College in Ely, Minnesota, where he played football and was selected as a...
MERCER, Wis. - Erin Farrar, age 50, of Mercer, passed away peacefully at Marshfield Hospital on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022. Erin was born in Oregon, Wis., and was the first daughter of Dennis and Lynda Farrar. She graduated from Oregon High School and was named Miss Oregon. Erin was the proud owner of Around the Corner Pub in Mercer and was involved in the Wisconsin Tavern League, where she was elected and served as secretary. Erin's personality and smile were contagious. She surrounded herself with...
GARDEN CITY, Mich. - It is with great sadness that family lets people know of the passing of Karen Sue (Heikkinen) Kleimola. She died at home in Garden City on Sept. 17, 2022, at the age of 83. Karen was the daughter of John and Mayme (Harju) Heikkinen from Ramsay. She graduated from Bessemer High School and later earned her nursing degree at the University of Michigan. She worked at U of M hospital for 10 years, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ypsilanti for 10 years, and then 10 years at...
PLOVER, Wis. - Ardyce M. Koski, 94, passed away Oct. 8, 2022, at Whispering Pines Assisted living while under the care of hospice services. She was born Jan. 4, 1928, in Ironwood, Michigan, daughter of William and Saima (Pelto) Eade. Ardyce graduated from Luther L. Wright High School and received an Associate Degree from Ironwood Junior College, now Gogebic Community College. After marrying Oliver Koski, they resided in Escanaba for four years prior to returning to Ironwood. She also resided in...
IRONWOOD, Mich. – Aiden Luke Ozzello, 18, of Ironwood, passed away on Monday, Oct. 10, 2022. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Jerald Rocco, owner and manager of Lakeside Memorial Chapel Inc., in Wakefield....
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Seppo Hakamaa, 81, of Ironwood, passed away on Sept. 25, 2022, with his family by his side. A full obituary will follow. The family has chosen McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home of Ironwood to honor Seppo's legacy of life. You can leave condolences or a tribute at mckevittpatrickfuneralhome.com....
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Larry A. Bahun, 71, of Ironwood, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. Larry was born on Nov. 9, 1950, to Tony and Venita (Swanbeck) Bahun in Ironwood. He was a graduate of Luther L. Wright High School. Larry loved his dogs dearly. He is survived by his brother, Steve (Darlene) Bahun; sister, Kathy (Donald) Jossart; and nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Bonnie Kivi. A full obituary will follow at a later date. The family has chosen McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home to honor Larry’s leg...
HURLEY, Wis. - Virginia Mae (Clement) Carpenter, age 93, passed away peacefully at the Villa Maria Health and Rehabilitation Center in Hurley on Sept. 23, 2022. Born on Aug. 11, 1929, Virginia was the daughter of Joseph and Gladys Clement. She grew up in Saxon, and was a long-time resident of Ironwood Township, Michigan. She was preceded in passing by her husband, Emrill Carpenter; her parents, Joseph (Gladys) Clement; her brothers, Kenneth and Robert Clement; and sisters, Dordean Carlson and Mi...
RAMSAY, Mich. — On Sept. 21, 2022, beloved husband, Donald J. Chiapuzio, passed to be with our Lord and with friends and family who preceded him. Don was born in Bessemer, the son of William Paul Chiapuzio Sr. and Gertrude Agnes Chiapuzio. Don attended A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer. In his early working career he was a certified auto mechanic and later drove a log truck for Steiger's and Carl Niemi. Don volunteered his time to help with the catastrophic clean up for the disaster of Hurricane Katrina. Don was preceded in death by a broth...
MERCER, Wis. - Larry "Hat" Grabowski, of Mercer, passed away on Sept. 25, 2022, at Minocqua Health and Rehab Center. He is survived by his wife, Donna Grabowski of Mercer; and his nephew, Kevin Grabowski and family, of Pewaukee. Larry wrote this poem many years ago and kept it in his Bible. "One Minute" If I could have lived only one minute more, I would have reminisced about the good Not the should-have's, I will's, Maybe's, or I won't's. In that minute, I would remember days, months or years...
BESSEMER, Mich. - Katherine "Kay" Genevieve Pellinen, 85, passed away from natural causes in September 2022 at her home in Bessemer. She was born in April 1937 and was raised by the Watters and Belanger families in Houghton and Ironwood. Kay married Francis "Frank" Richard Pellinen in July 1955. Frank passed away in July 2002. Kay was a longtime Gogebic County resident, living in Ironwood and Bessemer. She graduated St. Ambrose High School in Ironwood in 1955. Kay worked throughout her life as...
