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Martha L. Lippai

Martha L. Lippai

Jul 7, 2026

Martha L. Lippai, 62, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, as the result of a tragic pedestrian accident.

Martha was born on September 27, 1963, in Superior, Wisconsin, to Sonja (Bengtson) Lippai and Vincent Lippai.

She was employed at Raven Crossbow for many years, where her hard work and dedication recently earned her a promotion to Accounting Manager.

Martha had a deep...

Zuella "Mary" M. Larrabee

Zuella "Mary" M. Larrabee

Jul 7, 2026

Zuella Mary Larrabee, age 82, of Superior passed away on Tuesday July 7, 2026, at Dove Healthcare, Superior.

She was born December 30, 1943, in Richland, WI to Clifford and Grace (Frye) Larrabee. Mary loved spending time with family and friends. Especially her best friend Dianne Nelson. She enjoyed shopping, going for rides in the car, going out to eat and...

Kathleen A. Field

Kathleen A. Field

Jul 5, 2026

Kathleen Ann Field, 78, of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota.

Kathleen was born on January 7, 1948, in Superior to Helen (Zinter) and Robert North.

She married Michael Field on November 25, 1967, at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Superior.

Kathy worked for many years as a bookkeeper at St....

Alyce A. Lenzen

Alyce A. Lenzen

Jul 4, 2026

Alyce A. Lenzen of Superior passed away on Saturday July 4, 2026, at her residence.

Alyce was born in Monroe, WI to Marjorie (Bolander) and Donald Harding. After high school she continued her education to become an X-ray Technologist. Alyce worked for Essentia Health Superior, retiring in 2019.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Donna Lou, Kay, Amanda...

Eileen Kay Martineau

Eileen Kay Martineau

Jul 1, 2026

Eileen Kay Martineau, 58, of Brule, Wisconsin, passed away on July 1, 2026, with her family by her side after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

She was born on July 19, 1967, in Superior WI, the daughter of Paul and Patricia (Gronski) Martineau.

Eileen dedicated much of her life to serving others as a waitress and bartender. She was known for...

Darlene J. Lambert

Darlene J. Lambert

Jun 30, 2026

Darlene Joan Lambert, 89, passed away Tuesday June 30th, 2026, at Villa Marina Health and Rehab in Superior, WI. She is now reunited with Devere who passed away on Friday November 12th , 2021. May they find eternal peace, forever side by side. 

Darlene was born April 7th, 1937, in Cornell, WI to Alice (Pooler) and Joseph Breezee. She married Devere...

Curtis J. Midbon

Curtis J. Midbon

Jun 30, 2026

Curtis John Midbon, 72, of Superior passed away June 30, 2026, at Dove Healthcare in Superior, Wisconsin. 

Curtis was born May 5, 1954, the son of Arthur and Ethel (Erickson) Midbon. 

He worked as a painter for contractors as well as private parties, and later worked as a janitor for the University of Wisconsin Superior and took great pride in keeping the...

Donald J. Peterson

Donald J. Peterson

Jun 30, 2026

Donald J. Peterson, 91, of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at New Perspectives in Superior.

Don was born on June 17, 1935, in Isanti, Minnesota, to John and Ester (Haglund) Peterson.

On April 8, 1961, he married Dorothy "Maxine" Harp in Superior, Wisconsin. Together they built a loving family and shared many years together.

Don had a lifelong love...

Carolyn Marie Anderson

Carolyn Marie Anderson

Jun 25, 2026

Carolyn Marie Anderson, 84, lifelong Poplar resident, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus on June 25, 2026.

Carolyn was born in Hawthorne, WI on November 12, 1941, the daughter of Daniel and Helga Johnson.

She spent her early years working as a nurse. However, after the birth of her third child, she chose to stay home to raise her...

Judith A. Wheeler

Judith A. Wheeler

Jun 25, 2026

Judith A. Wheeler, 81, of Superior and formerly of Ashland, died Thursday June 25, 2026, at New Perspective Senior Living in Superior.

Judith was born in Superior on August 3, 1944, the daughter of Howard and Elvina (Tappen) Geving.

She worked for many years as a Registered Nurse and Nursing Home Administrator for Ashland Health and Rehabilitation. Judy was a member of...

Rosemary Samuelson

Rosemary Samuelson

Jun 23, 2026

Rosemary Samuelson, 90, passed away in her home peacefully Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Rosemary was born May 12, 1936, in Superior, WI to Emily (Snook) and Stanley Winek.

She married James Samuelson on August 27, 1966, in Port Wing, WI.

Rosemary was employed as a nurse aide for many years. She was a member of the Superior Senior Center where she made many...

Rodney A. Lahti

Rodney A. Lahti

Jun 22, 2026

Rodney Arlie Lahti, 90, of Oulu, WI passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, with the loving staff at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior, WI.

Rodney was born October 24, 1935, to Harvey and Olga (Mattson) Lahti in Ashland, WI.

He graduated from South Shore High School in 1953. Rodney married Mary Ann Tyykila on June 14, 1958.

He was employed for...

Lenore A. Kirkland

Lenore A. Kirkland

Jun 20, 2026

Our Momma, Our Grandma, Our GGMa .

Lenore Kirkland born 29 January 1935 drifted off peacefully on 20 June 2026. Passing on her terms, she managed to communicate to all her children in the saintliest of ways.

Sprite, funny, sarcastic, loving, precious, and feisty to the very end, she made it clear she wanted to leave this earth on her own terms. Her...

Richard "Rick" G. Smith

Richard "Rick" G. Smith

Jun 20, 2026

Richard "Rick" G. Smith III, 70, passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota.

Rick was born on January 13, 1956, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Richard and Donna Mae (Ely) Smith Jr. He married Sandra "Sandy" Flaten on July 20, 1985, in South Range, Wisconsin.

Rick retired from...

Dennis J. Raas

Dennis J. Raas

Jun 18, 2026

Dennis J. Raas, 78, passed away with his family by his side in his home Thursday, June 18, 2026.

Dennis was born April 13, 1948, to Bernice (Ott) and Harry Raas in St. Paul, MN.

He was employed in the printing industry working for West Publishing for 37 years.

Dennis was a member of Trinty Lutheran Church in Lake Nebagamon where he volunteered...

Sonia L. Savage

Sonia L. Savage

Jun 17, 2026

Sonia Lee Savage, 83, of Lake Elmo, died Wednesday June 17, 2026, at Lyngblomsten Care Center in St. Paul.

She was born in Mauston, WI on February 14, 1943, the daughter of Adolph and Virginia Hansen.

Sonia married Thomas Savage on October 31, 1959, and they celebrated 62 years of marriage until his death in 2021. She enjoyed gardening, reading, sewing, and...

Joanne Marie Osterlund

Joanne Marie Osterlund

Jun 16, 2026

Joanne Marie Osterlund, 70, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on June 16, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth. Born on July 2, 1955, in Duluth to Helen (Laine) and Isadore Mikrot, Joanne lived a life filled with love, laughter, compassion, and devotion to family. She married the love of her life, Daniel...

Peter W. "Pete" Johnson

Peter W. "Pete" Johnson

Jun 15, 2026

Peter W. “Pete” Johnson was born in Clarkston, Washington on October 1, 1952, and grew up on the family farm north of Brule, Wisconsin. He graduated from Northwestern High School in Maple in 1970 before attending UW-Superior. There he met the love of his life Shari Lowney. They married in Madison in 1991. Shari preceded him in death in 2020....

Terry L. Roe

Terry L. Roe

Jun 15, 2026

Terry L. Roe, 72, of Superior, died Monday June 15, 2026, at his residence.

Terry was born in Superior on September 8, 1953, the son of Willard and Lucille (Krier) Roe.

He served his country in the US Navy. Terry enjoyed going to the casino and studying Astrology.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Barbara (James) Halladay, Janet...

Loretta M. Hall

Loretta M. Hall

Jun 10, 2026

It is with heavy hearts but profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Loretta Hall, who left us peacefully on June 10, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on October 31, 1936, in the quaint town of Murray City, Ohio, Loretta was a beacon of love, compassion, and generosity throughout her remarkable life.

Loretta was...

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