Our Obituaries
Florence L. "Gramma Green" Greenleaf
September 29, 1922 - May 19, 2013
Florence L. "Gramma Green" Greenleaf, 90, of Marquette, passed away Sunday morning, May 19, 2013 at her home, surrounded by family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice.
Florence was born on September 29, 1922 in Marquette to the late Louis and Louise (Doll) Fassbender and was a lifelong Marquette resident.
She was formerly employed at Montgomery Wards, J.C. Penney, K-Mart and in...
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Lee William Holm
December 23, 1938 - April 25, 2013
Lee William Holm, 74, of Marquette, died early Thursday morning, April 25, 2013 at Marquette General Hospital following a brief illness.
Lee was born on December 23, 1938 in Marquette, a son of the late Oscar and Alice (Roberts) Holm and was a lifelong area resident. He was married to his wife, Gloria, for 40 years and was a very loving husband, father and grandfather.
Lee was employed by...
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Kenneth G. Godfrey
April 10, 1949 - April 17, 2013
Kenneth G. Godfrey, 64, of Marquette, passed away Wednesday evening, April 17, 2013, at Marquette General Hospital after a long battle with graft versus host disease as a result of a bone marrow transplant.
Ken was born on April 10, 1949, in Melrose Park, Illinois, a son of the late Gilbert and Shirley (Patton) Godfrey. He earned a bachelor's degree in Social science from Illinois State...
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Robert Dale "Gabby" Cobb
April 1, 1955 - April 5, 2013
Robert Dale "Gabby" Cobb, 58, of Marquette, peacefully entered heaven on Friday evening, April 5, 2013 at the Norlite Nursing Center.
Gabby was born on April 1, 1955 in Marquette to Betty Watters. He lived in Big Bay for a couple of years before settling in Marquette.
He loved the outdoors and was always happy to show his niece, Stephanie and her husband, Cory, the best fishing spots and...
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Monica Anne Campbell Matus
August 5, 1990 - April 5, 2013
Monica Anne Campbell Matus, 22, of Chicago, Illinois died unexpectedly Friday, April 5, 2013, in Marquette.
Monica was born on August 5, 1990 in Winfield, Illinois and was a 2008 graduate of Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, Illinois. She had been studying art, film, creative writing, and education at Northern Michigan University since 2008.
Monica enjoyed traveling the world,...
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Agnes Margaret "Aggie" Ten Eyck
June 8, 1920 - March 29, 2013
Agnes M. "Aggie" Ten Eyck, 92, of Big Bay, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, March 29, 2013 at her home with her loving family at her side and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice.
Aggie was born on June 8, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan, a daughter of the late Charles F. and Charlotte A. (Hammond) Swanson, moving to Big Bay when she was 3 months old and residing there ever since. She...
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Steven G. "Haiki" Reichel
December 15, 1948 - March 28, 2013
Steven G. "Haiki" Reichel, 64, of Halfway Location, passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, March 28, 2013 at his home.
Haiki was born on December 15, 1948 in Marquette, a son of the late Charles J. and Eileen B. (Stewart) Reichel. He attended Marquette area schools, graduating in 1967 from Marquette Senior High School. He was also a graduate of the NMU Skills Center receiving a...
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Robert P. Davis
September 26, 1952 - March 25, 2013
Robert P. Davis, 60, of Marquette passed away Monday morning, March 25, 2013 at his home, with his family beside him and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice.
He was born September 26, 1952, in Marquette, son of Robert and Sylvia (Eleanor) (Gustafson) Davis. Bob was a 1970 Marquette High School graduate and a lifelong area resident.
On September 15, 1978 Bob married Jean (Chiconsky)...
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James B. King
April 28, 1930 - March 12, 2013
James B. King, 82, of Harvey, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, March 12, 2013 at his residence.
Jim was born on April 28, 1930 in Marquette to the late Alexander P. and Ora (Paquette) King and was a lifelong area resident. He was previously employed as a truck mechanic with Vollwerth Meat Company in Marquette and later as a track liner foreman with the L.S. & I. Railroad. He also...
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Michael Raymond Meldrum
June 12, 1948 - March 11, 2013
Michael Raymond Meldrum, 64, of Marquette, passed away Monday morning, March 11, 2013 at his home in the comfort of his family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice following a 10-month struggle with Multiple Myeloma.
Michael was born on June 12, 1948 in Marquette, Michigan. He grew up in Grand Marais and Marquette. From early on, Michael showed devotion to his family, roots, faith and...
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Anna Marie DeRocher
June 29, 1918 - March 10, 2013
Anna Marie DeRocher, age 94, of Eastlake, Ohio, formerly of East Hewitt Ave. in Marquette, passed away on March 10, 2013. She was born on June 29, 1918 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, but resided in Marquette most of her life. Anna Marie married Howard J. DeRocher in St. Peter's Cathedral on June 22, 1940.
A graduate of Bishop Baraga High School class of 1936, she was at one time a former legal...
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Vincent F. "Chic" Chiconsky
May 6, 1934 - February 21, 2013
Vincent F. "Chic" Chiconsky, 78, of Marquette, died Thursday evening, February 21, 2013, at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette in the comfort of his family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice.
Chic was born on May 6, 1934 in Marquette, a son of the late Vitalus and Alfreda (Johnson) Chiconsky and was a lifelong area resident.
Chic was a 1952 graduate of Bishop...
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Robert Paul "Bob" Koehs, Jr.
January 19, 1947 - February 19, 2013
Our Dad, Grandpa, Husband and Friend, Robert (Bob) Paul Koehs, Jr. entered into eternal life on 19 February 2013. He passed peacefully holding the hands of his family at our home in Marquette.
Bob was a lover of life and the people he shared it with. He was born 19 January 1947 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. His father served in the military and together with his mother gave Bob the...
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Peter "Les" Holm, Jr.
February 27, 1923 - February 16, 2013
Peter "Les" Holm, Jr. 89, of Marquette, died early Saturday morning, February 16, 2013, at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette in the comfort of his family.
Les was born on February 27, 1923 in Marquette to the late Peter and Clara (L'Huillier) Holm, Sr. and was a lifelong Marquette resident. Les was a decorated World War II veteran; having proudly served his country with the...
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Helen K. Koski
April 2, 1934 - February 11, 2013
Helen K. Koski, 78, of Marquette, died Monday evening, February 11, 2013 at her home in the comfort of her family and Lake Superior Hospice.
Helen was born on April 2, 1934 at Florida Location in the Keweenaw Peninsula, a daughter of the late Onni and Hulda (Martti) Kaarre.
She was a 1952 graduate of Osceola Township High School. Helen received a Liberal Arts degree from Suomi College...
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Robert Wesley Kumpula
January 17, 1954 - February 7, 2013
Robert Wesley Kumpula, 59, passed away on February 7, 2013 at his home in High Point, North Carolina from cancer.
Robert was born on January 17, 1954 in Marquette, Michigan, a son of the late Wesley and Arbutus Kumpula and attended Marquette area schools.
He served in the United States Coast Guard stationed initially in Norfolk, Virginia, serving aboard the Tanney. He later transferred back...
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Dean Gerald MOTTES
June 9, 1960 - January 30, 2013
Dean Gerald Mottes, age 52, passed away January 30, 2013, surrounded by the loving care of his family at Marquette General Hospital. Dean was born June 9, 1960 in Marquette to Mary Ann (Casagranda) Mottes and Gerald Mottes. He graduated from Gwinn High School in 1979. Dean attended Northern Michigan University where he studied business, and also attended Northwestern Community College and...
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Carolyn Beatrice FOWLER
May 20, 1937 - January 30, 2013
Carolyn Beatrice Fowler, 75, of Marquette, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at the Norlite Nursing Center. There will be no services at this time. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family where memories may be shared at www.canalefuneral.com
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Marguerite Christine NELSON
June 7, 1954 - January 29, 2013
Marguerite "Maggie" Christine Nelson, 58, of Gaastra, passed away Tuesday morning, January 29, 2013 at Marquette General Hospital following a courageous 5 year battle with pulmonary hypertension. She was born June 7, 1954 in Iron River, Michigan, a daughter of the late Ernest and Marie (LaForge) DeRoche. She attended Iron County High School and was a 1972 graduate. Maggie was an avid crafter...
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Mary Elizabeth ANDERSON
September 1, 1915 - January 27, 2013
Mary Elizabeth Anderson, 97, of Marquette, passed away Sunday morning, January 27, 2013 at the Norlite Nursing Center. Mrs. Anderson was born on September 1, 1915 in Ironwood, Michigan to the late Michael S. and Ellen (Drazanovich) Milakovich. She was a 1933 graduate of Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood. On June 18, 1949, Mary was married to Roy S. Anderson in Ironwood and together...
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Elaine L. FASSBENDER
September 5, 1928 - January 24, 2013
Elaine L. Fassbender, 84, of Marquette, died Thursday afternoon at her home surrounded by family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. She was born September 5, 1928 to Joseph and Veronica (Vanucci) Gaddini in Chicago, IL. Elaine attended the College of St. Francis in Joliet, IL and graduated from Mundelein College in 1951. After graduation, Elaine worked for the E.I. DuPont...
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Peter D. LeMay
January 16, 2013
Peter D. LeMay, 56, of Cameron, North Carolina, formerly of Marquette, passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Central Carolina Hospital in Sanford, North Carolina after a short, courageous battle with cancer. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced in the spring. Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider the Post Fund at the D.J. Jacobetti Home...
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Frances B. FLEISCHER
December 6, 1932 - January 10, 2013
Frances B. Fleischer, 80, of Marquette, passed away Thursday evening, January 10, 2013 at Marquette General Hospital in the comfort of her family. Mrs. Fleischer was born on December 6, 1932 in Baltimore, Maryland, a daughter of the late Rudolph and Helen (Osbourne) Peters. Frances was affectionately known as the bird lady of McMillan Street and was an avid animal lover, but none more than her...
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Lydia Agnes BROWN
August 21, 1923 - January 8, 2013
Lydia Agnes Brown, 89, of Gwinn, MI, formerly of Penn Hills, PA. passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, January 8, 2013, at the Mather Nursing Center. Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, 2 Sisters, 2 Sister-in-laws and many nieces, nephews and friends. She will be greatly missed by many. As per her request there will be no services. The Canale-Gwinn Funeral Home is assisting...
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Joan P. ANDERSON
November 15, 1921 - January 6, 2013
Joan P. Anderson, 91, of Marquette, passed away Sunday evening, January 6, 2013 at Marquette General Hospital. She was born November 15, 1921 in Big Bay, MI, a daughter of the late James and Rose Anne (Chaperon) Cherrette. Joan was a 1965 graduate of Northern Michigan University. She earned a Master of Arts Degree in 1969 and a Master's Degree in education in 1972. On September 27, 1940 she...
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Murphy Samuel FURR
August 11, 1929 - January 3, 2013
Murphy Samuel "Murph" Furr, 83, of Marquette, passed away Thursday afternoon, January 3, 2013, at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans surrounded by family, his pastor and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. He was born August 11, 1929, in Hot Springs, Arkansas a son of the late Samuel and Florence (Ross) Furr. Murph enlisted in the US Air Force and retired following 20 years of service...
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Walter Donald McNAIR
September 1, 1927 - January 1, 2013
Walter Donald McNair, 85, of Marquette, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013, at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans. He was born September 1, 1927, in Lombard, Illinois, a son of the late Walter D. and Mable (Lundgren) McNair. He was a 1947 graduate of Antigo High School in Antigo, WI. Walter was a WWII veteran, serving in the Army in the European Theater. He also served in the US Civil...
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Gerald R. HOFBAUER
November 4, 1949 - December 29, 2012
Gerald R. "Jerry" Hofbauer, 63, of Marquette, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, December 29, 2012, at his home, with his family by his side and under the loving care of Lake Superior Hospice. Jerry was born November 4, 1949, in Hancock, MI, a son of the late Roland and Marilyn (Auge) Hofbauer. He was raised in L'Anse, graduated from L'Anse High School in 1967 and was a member of the...
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Clarabelle SIEVERS
February 15, 1920 - December 23, 2012
Clarabelle Sievers, 92, of Negaunee Township, passed away Sunday evening, December 23, 2012 at her home in the presence of her loving family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Clarabelle was born on February 15, 1920 in Spalding, Michigan, a daughter of the late Joseph and Lois (Cooper) Bruard. A proud homemaker, she enjoyed caring for her children and grandchildren, cooking and...
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John James MAHONEY III
July 15, 1959 - December 23, 2012
John James Mahoney III, 53, of Marquette, entered eternal life Sunday evening, December 23, 2012 as the result of a car, pedestrian accident. John was a 40-year resident of Marquette. He was born on July 15, 1959 in Chicago, Illinois and had attended Marquette Senior High School where he played football and hockey. He was previously employed at the Cabaret, Peninsula Sanitation Transfer...
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Gail BOAL
September 15, 1941 - December 22, 2012
Gail Boal, 71, of Marquette, formerly of Redford, passed away Saturday evening, December 22, 2012 in the hospice suite at Marquette General Hospital surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Gail was born September 15, 1941 in Detroit to the late Tony and Betty (Scherrer) Patrick. While residing in Marquette, Gail volunteered extensively for the Marquette...
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Carole A. WOOTEN
March 3, 1947 - December 21, 2012
Carole A. Wooten, 65, of Marquette, passed away Friday morning, December 21, 2012 at Bell Hospital in Ishpeming with her loving family at her side. The Lord called Carole home because He wanted a beautiful angel to stand by His side. Carole was born at St. Mary's Hospital in Marquette on March 3, 1947, a daughter of the late Joseph and Teresa (Dougherty) Finck and was a lifelong Marquette...
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Barry Alan LaFAVE
January 5, 1942 - December 18, 2012
Barry Alan La Fave, surrounded by his loving family, entered eternal life on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at Marquette General Hospital where he had been a patient for two weeks. Barry was born on January 5, 1942, to Clement Alfred and Violet Magdalen Jacobson La Fave in Marquette. Barry graduated from Graveraet High School with highest honors and Western Michigan University, Summa Cum Laud,...
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Jerold L. SAUNDRI
December 12, 1935 - December 6, 2012
Jerold L. "Jerry" Saundri, 76, of 616 Spruce St., Marquette, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, December 6, 2012 at his home after a lengthy illness with his loving family at his side and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Jerold was born on December 12, 1935 in Stambaugh, Michigan to the late Leo L. and Gladys (Peppinger) Saundri. He and his family had resided in Marquette since...
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Ruth Evelyn CLEARY
January 5, 1928 - December 3, 2012
Ruth Evelyn (Ranta) Cleary, 84, formerly of 222 S. 5th Street, Marquette, entered eternal life Monday morning, December 3, 2012 at the Mather Nursing Center in Ishpeming under the care of U.P. Home Health and Hospice. Mrs. Cleary was born on January 5, 1928 in Marquette, a daughter of the late Armas & Josephine (Niemi) Ranta. She was a lifelong resident, a graduate of Graveraet High School and...
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Josephine MAKI
April 11, 1929 - November 15, 2012
Josephine Maki, 83, of Gwinn, passed away Thursday morning, November 15, 2012 at the Mather Nursing Center in Ishpeming. She was born April 11, 1929 in Harvey, a daughter of the late John and Rose (Beaudin) VanWormer and was raised on a farm in Sands Township. She attended and graduated from Negaunee High School. Josephine was employed for many years as a seamstress at Gossard's in Gwinn &...
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Shirley A. GUSTAFSON
April 13, 1936 - November 10, 2012
Shirley A. Gustafson, 76, of Negaunee, went to be with the Lord on Saturday evening, November 10, 2012 at her home, in the presence of her family and under the care of U.P. Home Health and Hospice. She was born April 13, 1936, in Chatham, Michigan to the late John and Ellen (Ihamaki) Ylinen. She attended Negaunee Elementary Schools and Rock River Township Schools, graduating from Eben High...
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Johnny Charles LAND
July 4, 1950 - November 8, 2012
John Charles Land, 62, of Gwinn, passed away early Thursday morning at his home in the presence of his loving family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Johnny was born on July 4, 1950 in Broken Bow, Nebraska, a son of the late Charles James and Mabel Lenora (Booth) Land. Johnny enjoyed participating in Special Olympics, winning several gold medals in bowling. He loved making...
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Arthur E. PENNELL
September 20, 1923 - November 5, 2012
Dr. Arthur E. Pennell, 89, of Marquette, died Monday morning, November 5, 2012 at the Eastwood Nursing Center in Negaunee. Arthur Emmet Pennell was born 20 September 1923 to Herbert and Emily (Schnackenberg) Pennell. Arthur was raised in northern New Jersey and on his uncle's farm in upstate New York. He received his PhD in English at the University of Illinois where he met his wife Phyllis...
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Thomas Lee PETERSON
May 26, 1941 - November 5, 2012
Thomas Lee Peterson, 71, of Marquette, passed away Monday morning, November 5, 2012 at his residence surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Tom was born on May 26, 1941 in Marquette, a son of the late Lyle and Gertrude E. (Winkka) Peterson. He was a 1959 graduate of Bishop Baraga High School where he lettered in numerous sports. After graduation, Tom...
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David L. PANSIER
March 11, 1943 - November 3, 2012
David L. Pansier, 69, of Marquette, died Saturday, November 3, 2012 from injuries sustained in an ATV accident. Dave was born on March 11, 1943 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to the late Hugo Joseph and Eunice Marie Pansier. He married the former Gloria J. Nowaczyk on April 12, 1980 in Marquette. Dave was retired from Pellow Roofing Company after many years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman and...
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Eva I. RACINE
June 13, 1969 - November 3, 2012
Eva I. (Soulliere) Racine, 43, of Gwinn, entered into eternal life, Saturday morning, November 3, 2012, at Marquette General Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was born June 13, 1969, in Marquette, a daughter of Robert and Loana Soulliere and raised in Trowbridge Park. On October 3, 1987 she married Shane Racine in Marquette. Eva was an avid shopper and loved to find the best...
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Mary Katherine BEAUCHAMP
November 29, 1929 - November 2, 2012
Mary Katherine Beauchamp, 82, of Crystal Falls, formerly of Marquette, passed away early Friday morning, November 2, 2012 at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls. Mary was born on November 29, 1929 in Marquette, a daughter of the late Robin and Helen (Imeson) Aird and had lived in Marquette nearly all of her life. She was a graduate of Baraga High School in Marquette. ...
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Kayla Ann FELICIANO
August 10, 1995 - October 27, 2012
Kayla Feliciano, 17, of Skandia, died unexpectedly Saturday, October 27, 2012 at her home. Kayla was born on August 10, 1995 in Marquette and was currently a junior at Gwinn High School. She was a member of Faith in Christ Fellowship. Kayla loved dancing, singing, horseback riding, and caring for her younger siblings. More than anything else however, Kayla loved her relationship with her...
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Larry James WILSON
August 29, 1941 - October 26, 2012
Larry James Wilson, 71, of Marquette, passed away peacefully Friday morning, October 26, 2012 at his home in the presence of his loving family and in the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Larry was born on August 29, 1941 in Bad Axe, Michigan, a son of the late James William and Myrle Jean (Osburn) Wilson. He retired in 1979 from the U.S. Air Force where he spent a 20 year career including...
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George Paul PATRICK, Sr.
November 4, 1916 - October 25, 2012
George Patrick, Sr., 95, of Marquette, a member of the Greatest Generation, passed away peacefully on October 25, at Mill Creek Assisted Living surrounded by his family. Born in Detroit in 1916 to John and Maria Patrick, George was the middle of three handsome brothers. After high school he went to work for Michigan Bell, and during that time met Rose Carpinelli who would later become his wife...
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William James DUGUID, Sr.
January 17, 1954 - October 24, 2012
William James Duguid, Sr., 58, of Marquette, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday morning, October 24, 2012 at Marquette General Hospital. Bill was born on January 17, 1954 in Redford, Michigan to the late William J. and Lillian (Heinz) Duguid II. He was a graduate of Redford High School in 1972 and then attended Northern Michigan University pursuing a degree in music. While at Northern he...
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Richard J. JASON
January 13, 1925 - October 23, 2012
Richard Joseph Jason, age 87, of 1530 W. Ridge, Apt.33, Marquette, Michigan, died Tuesday, October 23, 2012, at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living. Born in Detroit, Michigan on January 13, 1925 to Joseph F. and Jennie C. (Wasielewski) Jason. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 52 years, Myrtle Theresa (Anderson) Jason. He was smitten with Myrtle the first time he met her, Christmas...
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David Lee KIMBLE
July 24, 1947 - October 18, 2012
David Lee Kimble, 65, of Marquette, formerly of West Branch, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, October 18, 2012, at his home. He was born July 24, 1947, in Ionia, MI, a son of the late Donald and Betty (Roetman) Kimble. David attended Central Michigan University where he earned a Bachelor and a Master's degree in education. He worked many years as a school teacher at the Surline...
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Wilbur Arthur LaVALLEY
April 20, 1928 - October 10, 2012
Wilbur Arthur LaValley, 84, of Marquette, passed away Wednesday morning, October 10, 2012, at his home, surrounded by his loving family and under the care of UP Home Health & Hospice. Mr. LaValley was born on April 20, 1928 in Marquette to the late James and Eva (DesJardins) LaValley and was a lifelong Marquette resident. He served in the U.S. Army immediately after World War II and also...
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Thomas L. KNAUSS
March 13, 1930 - October 7, 2012
Thomas L. Knauss, 82, of Marquette, passed away peacefully at his home, Sunday morning, October 7, 2012. Tom was born on March 13, 1930 in Duluth, Minnesota, a son of the late Benjamin and Hazel (Erickson) Knauss. He was a 1948 graduate of Graveraet High School. He also graduated from Northern Michigan University and received a PhD in Mathematics Education from the University of Michigan in...
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Rayma Elaine CAYER
May 2, 1949 - October 5, 2012
Rayma Elaine Cayer, of Gwinn, 63 years old, lost her year and a half battle with lung cancer and went to be with her Lord on Friday, October 5, 2012, in the loving care of Lake Superior Hospice. She was surrounded by her husband, Gerald Cayer; daughter, Jennifer Cayer; and son, Gerald Cayer, Jr. when she passed. She enjoyed spending her time cross-stitching and did many pictures and keepsakes...
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Gregory Joe TODISH
February 18, 1948 - October 3, 2012
Gregory J. Todish, of Gwinn, born February 18, 1948 in Iron Mountain to Lois (Todish) Helberg and William Polomis, passed away Wednesday evening, October 3, 2012, surrounded by his wife, Shirley, special friends and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Greg served in the Army and was a Vietnam veteran. He was known by his friends as "Gummer". Greg was an avid Packer fan, who enjoyed...
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Gale Kenneth LAWRENCE
August 9, 1925 - September 30, 2012
Gale K. Lawrence, 87, of 535 Baraga Ave., Marquette, died Sunday afternoon, September 30, 2012 at the Norlite Nursing Center Gale was born on August 9, 1925 in Marquette to the late John and Elsie (Boyer) Lawrence and was a lifelong area resident. Prior to his retirement he was employed for 30 years with the City of Marquette Water Department. Gale played hockey with the former Marquette...
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Grant William HENRIKSEN
September 8, 1997 - September 29, 2012
Grant William Henriksen, 15, of 117 Dandelion Lane passed away Saturday, September 29, 2012, surrounded by love, at home with his family. Grant fought a tough battle against Osteosarcoma bone cancer for more than two years, losing his left leg, enduring heart surgery, several lung surgeries and additional leg surgeries. During Grant's courageous fight, he remained a happy young man, never...
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Jane A. JENNINGS
June 25, 1933 - September 22, 2012
Jane A. Jennings, 79, of Harvey, passed away Saturday afternoon, September 22, 2012, at her home, with her family by her side and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Jane was born on June 25, 1933 in Goodrich, Michigan to the late Charles P. and Mina M. (Coatts) Hill. She was a 1950 graduate of Grand Blanc High School. Jane was formerly employed by the Michigan Bell Telephone Company...
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Harriet Lucille PERKET
August 24, 1920 - September 12, 2012
Harriet Lucille Perket, 92, of Marquette, passed away Wednesday morning, September 12, 2012 at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital in Chicago. Harriet was born on August 24, 1920 in Columbus, North Dakota, a daughter of the late Charles and Alvena (Tidi) King. Her family moved from Columbus to Wales, North Dakota in 1929 and to Langdon, North Dakota in 1931. She graduated from high school in...
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Dennis E. BERNIER
December 20, 1929 - September 9, 2012
Dennis E. (Pete) Bernier, 82, of 210 Bazinette Road, Marquette, entered eternal life Sunday, September 9th, 2012, surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 20th, 1929, in Marquette, Michigan, the son of Dennis E. and Eva (Provost) Bernier. Dennis was a 1947 graduate of Graveraet High School and later earned his certification as an electrician while at the Great Lakes Naval Base. ...
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William J. PIIPPO
September 25, 1919 - September 3, 2012
William (Bill) J. Piippo, 92, of Chatham, passed away early Monday morning, September 3, 2012 at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette. Bill was born on September 25, 1919 in Forest Lake, Michigan, a son of the late Jacob and Elina (Muurmaki) Piippo. During World War II, he proudly served his country with the U.S. Army. In his younger years, Bill worked as a logger and on the...
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Sandra Kay KELLY
December 6, 1944 - September 2, 2012
Sandra Kay Kelly, 67, of Gwinn, died Sunday evening, September 2, 2012, in the comfort of her family and friends. Sandra was born on December 6, 1944 in Munising, a daughter of the late Louis Derwood and Sheila Mae (Atherton) Yokeum. She had resided in the Gwinn and Little Lake area over the past 26 years and wintered in Florida for the past 23 years. Sandra worked for many years as a cook...
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Catherine M. DAGENAIS
June 22, 1932 - August 30, 2012
Catherine M. "Cass" Dagenais, 80, of Marquette, passed away on Thursday evening, August 30 at Marquette General Hospital following a lengthy illness. She was born June 22, 1932 to Milfred E. and Agnes C. Graham. Cass was a lifelong resident of Marquette and married Donald F. Dagenais on September 23, 1953. Cass attended the St. Luke School of Nursing and worked as an LPN and in the Rehab...
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Robert J. MARLOWE
May 26, 1929 - August 29, 2012
Robert "Sonny" Marlowe, 83, of Marquette, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, August 29, 2012 at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette with his loving family at his side. Sonny was born on May 26, 1929 in Marquette, a son of the late Frank and Agnes (Richard) Marlowe and had been a lifelong area resident. He was a 1947 graduate of Baraga High School. After graduation, Sonny...
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Linda L. JOHNSON
October 15, 1940 - August 18, 2012
Linda L. Johnson, 71, of Negaunee, passed away early Saturday morning, August 18, 2012 at Marquette General Hospital in the comfort of her family. Linda was born on October 15, 1940 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a daughter of the late Stanley and Vida (Zimmerman) Miner. She began working at the Marquette Branch Prison in 1981 as a staff nurse, later a supervisor until becoming Health Unit Manager in...
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Helen M. WAYBRIGHT
June 18, 1924 - August 17, 2012
Helen M. Waybright, 88, of Marquette, died Friday morning, August 17, 2012, at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living. Helen was born on June 18, 1924 in Charlottesville, Virginia, a daughter of the late Fred and Lydia (Bradley) Waybright. She is survived by two children, Steve (Cindy) Kearney of Catharpin, VA and Carol Kovarik of Gwinn; three grandchildren, Brian (Breanna) Kovarik of Rock...
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Mildred Gertrude SYMONS
November 2, 1930 - August 16, 2012
Mildred "Millie" Gertrude Symons, 81, of Marquette died unexpectedly on Thursday morning, August 16, 2012 at Marquette General Hospital with her loving family at her side. Born November 2, 1930, in Ramsay, MI, Millie was the daughter of the late William and Jennie Peltola, both immigrants from the country of Finland. Because of her strong Finnish upbringing, Millie could speak Finnish fluently....
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Ann Louise COOK
November 16, 1926 - August 14, 2012
Ann Louise Cook, 86, of 712 Hennepin Road, Marquette, passed away early Tuesday morning, August 14, 2012 at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living in the comfort of her family and U.P. Home Health and Hospice. Ann was born on November 16, 1926 in Marquette and is survived by her husband, Walter R. Cook; a son, Daniel Walter Cook and daughter-in- law Marilyn (Menucci) Cook, of Marquette; daughter,...
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Mary Kathryn JOHNSON
April 12, 1954 - August 11, 2012
Mary Kathryn "Kathy" Johnson, 58, of Marquette died Saturday afternoon, August 11, 2012 at Marquette General Hospital from complications of Multiple Myeloma. Her loving family was by her side. Born April 12, 1954 in Marquette, Kathy was the daughter of the late Clyde F. Bucklin Jr. and the late Mary L. (Stanaway) Bucklin. Kathy graduated from Marquette Senior High School in 1972. She received...
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Lawrence O. SULLIVAN
June 11, 1932 - August 10, 2012
Lawrence O. Sullivan, 80, of Marquette, passed away early Friday morning, August 10, 2012 at Mill Creek Assisted Living in the comfort of his family and UP Home Health & Hospice. He was born June 11, 1932, in Ironwood, Michigan, a son of the late James H. and Annabelle (Fitzgerald) Sullivan. He was raised in Hurley, Wisconsin and was a 1950 graduate of Hurley High School. Larry then attended...
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Barbara Kay PORN
October 7, 1944 - August 6, 2012
Barbara Kay Porn, 67, of Marquette, died Monday afternoon, August 6, 2012, at her home, with her family by her side and under the care of the Lake Superior Hospice Association following a remarkable 18 year battle with cancer. She was born October 7, 1944, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, a daughter of Dennis and Rose Mary (Toutant) Young. On March 27, 1965 she married Dr. Thomas L. Porn in...
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Louis R. MYERS, Sr.
August 3, 1943 - August 3, 2012
Louis R. Myers, Sr., of Little Shag Lake Road, Gwinn, formerly of Ishpeming, passed away Friday evening, August 3, 2012 on his 69th birthday in the hospice suite at Marquette General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family and under the care of U.P. Home Health and Hospice. Louis was born on August 3, 1943 in Escanaba, Michigan, to the late Russell and Dorothy (Fleury) Myers where he attended...
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Michael Graveraet KAUFMAN
March 27, 1965 - August 2, 2012
Michael's life journey came to an end on August 2, 2012 in Dallas, Texas surrounded by his loving family. After a long and courageous battle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, Michael passed due to complications of the disease. He fought with humor and dignity. Michael was born on March 27, 1965 in Santa Barbara, California, son of Peter Kaufman from Marquette, MI and Judy (Kaufman) Gillen...
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Robert G. GREEN
December 24, 1922 - July 28, 2012
Robert G. Green, 89, of Marquette, passed away Saturday morning, July 28, 2012, after a brief illness, under the care of his family and UP Home Health & Hospice. He was born December 24, 1922, in Marquette, a son of the late William and Edna (Magnuson) Green. He was a 1940 graduate of Graveraet High School and was a lifelong area resident. On September 17, 1941 he married the former Agnes...
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James J. SCHILLINGER
August 11, 1953 - July 14, 2012
James J. "Jim" Schillinger, 58, a resident of Rosemount, Minnesota and formerly of Marquette, died Saturday evening, July 14, 2012 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Jim was born in Marquette on August 11, 1953 to Jerome L. and Edna K. Schillinger. He was a 1971 graduate of Marquette Senior High School, attended the NMU Skill Center and Northern Michigan University. He was...
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Vera L. GARLICK
March 10, 1914 - July 13, 2012
Vera L. Garlick, 98, of Marquette, died Friday morning, July 13, 2012, at the Norlite Nursing Center. She was born March 10, 1914, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Machollic) Brodnan. Vera was a member of St. Christopher Catholic Church and enjoyed cooking, gardening and crochet. She is survived by three children, Carl (Marlene) Garlick of Kent, WA,...
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Robert J. JOHNSON
June 22, 1942 - July 6, 2012
Robert J. Johnson, 70, of Marquette, died Friday afternoon, July 6, 2012 at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette. Mr. Johnson was born on June 22, 1942 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a son of the late LeRoy J. and Helen Johnson. Robert spent his entire career with the United States Air Force as a Sergeant (December 19, 1960 to December 23, 1966). On July 27, 1979, he married the former...
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Cheryl Ann DEMARS
September 30, 1944 - July 4, 2012
Cheryl Ann (Peterson) Demars, 67, of New Swanzy, died Wednesday morning, July 4, 2012, at Marquette General Hospital. She had been a resident of the Mather Nursing Center in Ishpeming for the last five years. Cheryl was born on September 30, 1944, the same day as her sister, Sandra, in Escanaba, Michigan and together they celebrated all of their birthdays together. She attended St. Joseph...
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Esther Louise MITCHELL
October 15, 1935 - July 4, 2012
Esther Louise Mitchell, 76, of Gwinn, died Wednesday evening, July 4, 2012, at her home, surrounded by family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Esther was born on October 15, 1935 in Saginaw, Michigan, a daughter of the late John and Anna (Borkavitz) Miller. She had lived in the Gwinn area since 1958. Esther and her husband, Jack, owned and operated the Gwinn A&W Rootbeer from...
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Gordon Raymond STONE
April 3, 1948 - July 2, 2012
Gordon R. Stone, 64, died unexpectedly in his sleep following a perfect day at the beach. He is the son of Elizabeth and Raymond Stone of Marquette, Michigan. He is survived by his wife, Deborah (Cherrette) Stone; his mother, Elizabeth R. Stone; sister, Beth (Douglas) Birchfield; nephew, Jay Birchfield; and family friend, Michelle Zhang. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond W. Stone...
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Steven M. KOTANIEMI
March 9, 1954 - June 30, 2012
Steven Kotaniemi, 58, of Marquette, died Saturday morning, June 30, 2012, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. He was born March 9, 1954, in Laurium, Michigan, a son of Paul and Mary (Klobuchar) Kotaniemi. Steve was a 1972 graduate of Calumet High School. He earned Associates Degrees in highway heavy construction and surveying at...
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William Richard JEEVES, Jr.
September 21, 1932 - June 26, 2012
William Richard (Bill) Jeeves Jr., age 79, of Marquette, Michigan, died Tuesday, June 26th, 2012. Mr. Jeeves was born on September 21, 1934 in Manila, Philippines Islands, son of William Richard and Winifred Lee (Mahoney) Jeeves. He was a graduate of Detroit University School and Michigan State University with his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Bill was employed both as a loan and...
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Marie E. MARTONEN
March 16, 1919 - June 26, 2012
Marie E. Martonen, 93, of Gwinn, died peacefully Tuesday evening, June 26, 2012, at the Mather Nursing Center in the loving presence of her niece, Patty Ghiringhelli. Miss Martonen was born on March 16, 1919 at Austin Location, a daughter of the late Thomas and Eveliina (Krekila) Martonen. Marie hitch-hiked to Detroit at the age of 18 and worked in the Detroit area until the late 50's,...
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Edith June AYOTTE
April 30, 1936 - June 14, 2012
Edith June Ayotte, 76, of Manistique, died peacefully, Thursday, June 14, 2012, at the home of her son and under the care of UP Home Health & Hospice. June was born April 30, 1936, in Manistique, a daughter of the late Chester and Grace (Archey) Woodruff. On August 13, 1960 she married Richard Ayotte in Manistique and he preceded her in death on November 20, 1974. She provided cleaning...
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Antone M. OLSON
June 11, 1932 - June 13, 2012
Antone M. "Tony" Olson, 80, of Marquette, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, June 13, 2012 in his sleep with his sweetheart, Evelyn at his side. Tony was born on June 11, 1932 in Marinette, Wisconsin, a son of the late Antone and Mabel Olson and was a 1950 graduate of Marinette High School. He retired from the Cleveland Cliffs Iron Company as a tool crib operator. He also formerly...
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Wilbur E. ROBINSON
December 9, 1922 - June 11, 2012
Wilbur E. "Rob" Robinson, 89, of Marquette, died peacefully Monday afternoon, June 11, 2012 at his residence with his loving wife at his side and in the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Rob was born on December 9, 1922 in Danville, Illinois, a son of Emmett G. and Nettie A. (Morgan) Robinson. He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army during World War II and on November 9, 1947, he...
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Stephen R. LONERGAN
March 2, 1951 - June 10, 2012
Stephen R. Lonergan, 61, of Gwinn, died Sunday afternoon, June 10, 2012, at Marquette General Hospital. He was born March 2, 1951, in Mason City, Iowa, a son of Roland and Grace (Engals) Lonergan and was raised there, graduating from Newman High School in 1969. Stephen enlisted in the US Air Force and was a veteran of Vietnam and Desert Storm. He retired as a Master Sergeant after 24 years...
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Donald Carl ANDERSON
April 2, 1940 - June 7, 2012
Donald Carl Anderson, 72, of Marquette, died Thursday, June 7, 2012 at home in the care of his loving family with the assistance of U.P. Home Health and Hospice. Don was born on April 2, 1940 in Marquette, a son of the late Carl and May (Setter) Anderson. He was a 1958 graduate of Gwinn High School. Don previously served in the Army National Guard and was briefly employed at Nyquist Oil...
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Whitney Larsen JOHNSON
July 11, 1927 - June 7, 2012
Whitney Larsen Johnson of Marquette, MI died on Thursday, June 7, 2012 at Eastwood Nursing Center in Negaunee, Michigan of natural causes. Whitney was born to George Wallace Johnson and his wife Lucy Christine Larsen on July 11, 1927 in Brigham City, Utah. He grew up on the Johnson farm with his older brother and three sisters. He entered the US Navy near the end of World War II and returned...
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Earl James LaBLUE
May 30, 2012
EARL J. LaBLUE of Long Lake, Michigan formerly of Marquette, passed away May 30, 2012 in Tawas St. Joseph Hospital at 70 years of age. He is survived by his loving companion of 29 years, Margaret "Peggy" Reed; one daughter, Suzette (Steve) Stergiopoulos of Pennsylvania; and one step-daughter, Pam. He is also survived by several grandchildren and two sisters; Cheryl Smrkovski and Candy Rautio. ...
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Judith Ann BENNETT
October 14, 1946 - May 30, 2012
Judith Ann Bennett, 65, of Marquette, died Wednesday evening, May 30, 2012 at the Eastwood Nursing Center in Negaunee where she was a resident for the past 14 years. Judy was born on October 14, 1946 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the daughter of the late Wesley and Mary (Holmes) Perron. Judy was a 1965 graduate of Bishop Baraga Central High School in Marquette and was a 1966 graduate of Northern...
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Delores M. ETHINGTON
February 23, 1925 - May 23, 2012
Delores M. Ethington, 87, formerly of 222 S. Fifth St., Marquette, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at the Norlite Nursing Center. Mrs. Ethington was born on February 23, 1925 in Escanaba, Michigan to the late Louis and Rose (Carrier) Moran and had been a lifelong Upper Peninsula resident. She was a 1943 graduate of Graveraet High School. Delores was previously employed at the former Bunny...
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Joey S. LONGUSKI
May 27, 1958 - May 15, 2012
Joey S. Longuski, 53, of Gwinn, passed away Tuesday evening, May 15, 2012 at Marquette General Hospital with his loving family at his side. Joey was born on May 27, 1958 in Detroit, Michigan to Robert and Patricia (Rosinski) Longuski. He was a 1977 graduate of Stevenson High School in Livonia and had also attended Northern Michigan University. He was formerly employed at Michigan State...
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Paul L. REBELLA
February 17, 1948 - May 13, 2012
Paul L. "Bud" Rebella, 64, of Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Marquette, died Sunday morning, May 13, 2012 at his home as a result of esophageal cancer, in the loving comfort of his family and in the care of Casa de la Luz Hospice of Tucson, AZ. He was born in Ontonagon, Michigan on February 17, 1948, to Genevieve and Angelo Rebella. Bud graduated from Ontonagon High School in 1966. and from...
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George P. BRASSARD
January 3, 1919 - May 2, 2012
George P. Brassard, 93, of Marquette, passed away early Wednesday morning, May 2, 2012 at the Norlite Nursing Center in Marquette. Mr. Brassard was born on January 3, 1919 in Marquette, a son of the late William H. and May L. (Lambert) Brassard and was a lifelong Marquette resident. On April 15, 1943, George married the former Marion LeMaire in Detroit. He was retired for many years from the...
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Katherine Elizabeth JACKOVICH
November 18, 1916 - May 2, 2012
Katherine Elizabeth Jackovich, 95, of Marquette, died Wednesday morning, May 2, 2012, at Eastwood Nursing Center in Negaunee. She was born November 18, 1916, in Manistique, Michigan, daughter of the late Matthew and Katherine (Grdesich) Stefantz. On February 26, 1944 she married Albert P. Jackovich in Fort Sill, Oklahoma and he preceded her in death on May 2, 2006. Katherine was a member of St...
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Gerald Allen AHO
May 29, 1949 - April 30, 2012
Gerald Allen Aho, 62, passed away on April 30, 2012, at Marquette General Hospital in Marquette. In accordance with Mr. Aho's wishes, there will be no services at this time. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Memories may be shared at www.canalefuneral.com
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Dorothy Marie KURIAN
December 14, 1921 - April 22, 2012
Dorothy Marie Kurian, 90, of Marquette, died Sunday morning, April 22, 2012, at the Norlite Nursing Center and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Mrs. Kurian was born on December 14, 1921 in Escanaba, Michigan, to the late Fred and Ida (Savard) Fleury. She was a 1942 graduate of Graveraet High School and attended St. Peter's Cathedral. Dorothy was formerly employed in the kitchen and...
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Paul Saunders CARTER
May 1, 1947 - April 20, 2012
Paul Saunders Carter, 64 of Marquette, Michigan entered into Eternal Life at his home on April 20, 2012. Paul passed comfortably with his family at his side after a long term illness. Paul was born in Marquette on May 14, 1947, to the late F. David Carter and Amy Harriett Carter (Saunders). Paul was among the first class to graduate from Marquette Senior High School in 1965. He attended...
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Donald D. DREWEK
July 1, 1934 - April 9, 2012
Donald Drewek, 77, of Negaunee, formerly of Little Lake, died Monday afternoon, April 9, 2012 in the hospice suite at Marquette General Hospital with his loving family at his side and under the care of U.P. Home Health and Hospice. He was born on July 1, 1934 in the town of Halsey, Wisconsin to the late John and Anna (Slewitzke) Drewek. Don served 26 years on active duty with the U.S. Air...
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Richard M. NORDQUIST
February 28, 1937 - April 8, 2012
Richard M. "Mike" Nordquist, 75, of Negaunee, passed away Sunday evening, April 8, 2012 at his home in the presence of his loving wife and under the care of U.P. Home Health and Hospice. Mike was born on February 28, 1937 in Marquette, the son of the late Morgan and Pearl (Anderson) Nordquist. He was a 1955 graduate of Graveraet High School. After graduation he joined the United States Navy....
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Peter M. VALIMA
April 26, 1951 - April 5, 2012
Peter M. Valima, 60, of Gwinn, died unexpectedly, Thursday, April 5, 2012 at his residence. Peter was born on April 26, 1950 in New Swanzy, Michigan to Oliver and Elizabeth (Willette) Valima and was a lifelong area resident. He was a 1969 graduate of Gwinn High School. On August 7, 1971, he married the former Marsha LaMere in Gwinn. Peter retired from the Marquette County Road Commission. In...
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