Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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GILE, Wis. – Roberta Lee "Bobbie" Bergquist, 78, a lifelong resident of Gile, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 5, 2022. Roberta was born on Jan. 9, 1944, in Ironwood, Michigan, a daughter of Robert James and Lena Mary (Redolphi) Peterson. She attended Hurley High School and graduated in 1962. On Sept. 7, 1964, Roberta was united in marriage to the love of her life, Jon Axel Bergquist, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Hurley. They made their home in Gile and were blessed with three s... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. – Dale James Mattson, 67, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022. Dale was born on Jan. 11, 1955, in Wakefield, the son of Arnie Oliver and Dorothy Ann (Makela) Mattson. He attended Wakefield High School and graduated in 1973. Dale continued his education and graduated from Northern Michigan University in Marquette. On Nov. 10, 1979, Dale was united in marriage to Sara Maki. He retired on Feb. 1, 2020, as a water/wastewater tr... Full story
MELBOURNE, Fla. - Doris (Hudec) LaRock, 93, of Melbourne, formerly a longtime resident of Marenisco, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022. Doris was born on March 2, 1929, in Marenisco, a daughter of Peter and Blanch (Smith) Hudec. She attended Marenisco High School and graduated in 1948. On April 30, 1949, Doris was united in marriage to Donald E. LaRock at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Marenisco. Together, they owned and operated Don's Bar and Café. Doris was a faithful member... Full story
DULUTH, Minn. - Steven "Smitty" F. Smith, 76, died Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, while surrounded by his loving family at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, from complications related to cancer. He was born June 1, 1946, in Freiburg, Germany, and adopted at age two by Oliver and Jeanne (Holemo) Smith. Though the family's home base was Ironwood, Michigan, they spent Steve's childhood and adolescence moving to U.S. Army military installations stateside and the around the world,... Full story
WATERSMEET, Mich. - Gloria "Jean" Brownell, 94, of Watersmeet, passed away on Sept. 7, 2022, at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls. Jean was born Jan. 4, 1928, in the Rogers area of Iron River to the late Cecilia (Fraser) and Joseph Blatnik. After graduating Iron River High School in 1946, she moved to Chicago to work. In 1951, Jean married Ralph "Pat" Brownell and they made their home in Watersmeet. They were married 59 years before Pat's death in 2010. She enjoyed... Full story
RAMSAY, Mich. – Frances Arlene Johnson Callovi, 93, a longtime resident of Ramsay, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022. Frances was born on Oct. 16, 1928, in Odanah, Wisconsin, a daughter of Frank and Frieda (Wietrzykowski) Rohn. On June 14, 1942, she was united in marriage to Arthur F. Johnson. He preceded her in death on Sept. 22, 1966. On Sept. 28, 1968, Frances married Victor L. Callovi. He preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 2010. Besides her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; an infant s... Full story
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. - Paul Marino Pisani, age 81, of Eau Claire, passed away while surrounded by his loving family on the evening of Sept. 7, 2022. Paul was born in Ironwood, Michigan, on April 9, 1941, to Marino and Mary (Paoli) Pisani and grew up in Hurley. Paul was the eldest of four boys, and treasured the lifelong relationships he shared with his brothers Bob, Jerry and Greg. Paul attended Hurley High School, where he was a star athlete in both basketball and football. In his sophomore year,... Full story
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
