John D. Pinkoski
Aug 14, 2020
John D. Pinkoski, 71, a life-long Superior resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2020 at Superior Rehabilitation Center in Superior, WI. John was born in Superior, WI, on September 15, 1948, to Stanley Pinkoski Sr. and Frances (Ciocarelli) Bartylla.
He grew up in the North End and graduated from Cathedral High School in 1966 and...
Donald "Ducky" E. Bell
Aug 14, 2020
Donald “Ducky” E. Bell, 65, lifelong area resident, died peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2020 at his residence in Solon Springs, WI. Ducky succumbed to a year-long battle with cancer. He was born in Superior, WI on December 3, 1954, the son of Fred and Carol W. (Wimby) Bell.
Ducky was a graduate of Superior Senior High...
Herman J. Hammerbeck
Aug 14, 2020
Herman J. Hammerbeck passed away quietly on Friday morning, August 14, 2020, at New Perspective in Superior at the grand old age of 101.
He was born in Grandy, MN, on January 5, 1919, and was a lifelong resident of Superior since 1929. He graduated from Superior Central High School in 1937.
Herman honorably served...
Cheryl G. Whereatt
Aug 12, 2020
Cheryl G. (Swelbar) Whereatt, 53, died unexpectedly in her sleep on Wednesday August 12, 2020 at her residence.
Cheryl was born in Wheeling, West Virginia on April 12, 1967 the daughter of Gaylord Swelbar and Marlene Mallernee. She married William 'Bill' Whereatt on Aug. 27, 2011.
She had previously worked for Days Inn in Duluth....
Robert L. Lehto
Aug 11, 2020
Robert L. Lehto, 74, lifelong resident of Superior, died peacefully, Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at REM House in Superior. He was born in Superior, February 18, 1946, the son of Axel and Tyyne (Marjamaki) Lehto.
Robert was a happy and content person and will be missed by those who knew him.
He is survived by...
Joyce C. Larson
Aug 8, 2020
Joyce C. Larson, 71, lifelong resident of Superior, died Saturday August 8, 2020 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.
Joyce was born on January 29, 1949 the daughter of Margie (Gray) and Leo Larson.
She worked as a waitress at the Saratoga Restaurant before becoming a CNA and working at St. Francis Nursing Home for...
Bradley C. Roen
Aug 8, 2020
Bradley C. Roen, 59, of Minong, WI died Saturday August 8, 2020 at Spooner Health in Spooner, WI.
Brad was born in St. Paul, MN on February 6, 1961 the son of Donna (Ness) and Charles Roen. He graduated from Glenwood High School.
He married Tammy Brown on March 20, 1999 and they celebrated 21...
Jamarr L. Harkins Jr.
Aug 7, 2020
Jamarr LaVell Harkins, Jr., 13 months, of Superior, died Friday August 7, 2020 at Children's Minnesota Hospital, Minneapolis.
He was born June 25, 2019 in Minneapolis, son of Tayteaona Boykin and Jamarr Harkins.
Jamarr "Baby J" was very charismatic and was always being silly. He loved to make people smile and laugh. He was very...
James "Jim" J. Cronin
Aug 5, 2020
James "Jim" J. Cronin, 87, of South Range, died Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN.
He was born August 1, 1933 in Superior, son of George and Catherine Cronin.
Jim was honorably discharged from the U.S. Air Force after serving in Korea from 1951 to 1953.
He retired...
Lillian Joanne Miller
Aug 2, 2020
Lillian Joanne Miller, 83, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2020 at Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Facility in South Range, WI. Joanne was born in Iron River, WI on February 13, 1937. She grew up in Oulu, WI and attended the Pioneer and Washington School then South Shore High School in Port Wing where she graduated in 1954....
Natasha S. Richard
Jul 30, 2020
Natasha S. Richard, 28, longtime area resident, died Thursday, July 30, 2020 surrounded by family at St. Luke’s Hospital, Duluth, MN, from injuries sustained in a car accident. She was born in New Orleans, LA, November 5, 1991, the daughter of Durrall Richard.
She graduated high school and went on to become a Certified Nursing Assistant, working...
Walter J. Brannan
Jul 29, 2020
Walter J. Brannan, 91, of South Range, died Wednesday July 29, 2020 at St. Luke's Hospital, Duluth.
He was born February 16, 1929 in Pierre, SD, son of Joseph and Bessie (Peterson) Brannan.
Walter sailed on the Great Lakes as an oiler from 1944-1949. In 1949 he was hired by the Great Northern Railroad as...
Judith A. Kyromaki
Jul 28, 2020
Judith A. Kyromaki, 76, lifelong resident of Superior, died Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at Superior Rehab Center.
Judy was born in Superior on Feb. 29, 1944 the daughter of Helen (Summerfield) and Neal Van Horn. She married Arto A. Kyromaki on June 5, 1965 and they recently celebrated 55 years of marriage.
Judy began her...
Carol J. Evered
Jul 26, 2020
Carol J. Evered, 78, Superior, died Sunday July 26, 2020 at Encompass Healthcare in Superior.
Carol was born in Superior on July 12, 1942 the daughter of Selma (Lammi) and Clyde Foote. She graduated from Superior East High School with the class of 1960.
She had worked for SWL& P, Shell Tire Service, and Garon...
Larry L. Pearson
Jul 25, 2020
Larry L. Pearson, 74, lifelong area resident, died peacefully, Saturday, July 25, 2020 surrounded by his family at home in Lake Nebagamon. He was born in Superior, February 7, 1946, the son of Harold and Helga (Anderson) Pearson.
He was united in marriage to Marilyn Swanson, September 13, 1969, and they celebrated fifty years of marriage before...
Janice M. Sullivan
Jul 25, 2020
Janice Marie Sullivan completed her full and wonderful life on Saturday, July 25, 2020 with family at her bedside. A lifelong Superior resident, she was born October 21, 1934 to Mary and Maurice Jaques.
After graduating Cathedral Grade and Central High Schools, she married Thomas P. Sullivan on August 7, 1954. They had nearly 49 years together...
Bruce M. Claflin
Jul 22, 2020
Bruce M. Claflin, 64, of Hayward, WI, died Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN. He was born in Park Forest, IL, August 31, 1955, the son of Charles E. and Kay H. (Herrmann) Claflin.
Bruce was an accomplished, well-respected and admired businessman in the financial services industry. He hosted a...
Gary E. Olson
Jul 19, 2020
Gary Eino Olson age 65 of N. Charleston, SC formerly of Maple, WI was a lifelong Packer and Gamecock fan entered into eternal ret on July 19, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. Gary is survived by Dianne Sutherland, his one-night stand that lasted 28 years. Also, his siblings, Walt and Terri Olson, Kenneth and Gail Olson, roger...
Devin M. Midbon
Jul 18, 2020
Devin M. Midbon, 28, Superior resident, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 18, 2020. He was born on May 9, 1992 to Tina Daniel and Corey Midbon. Growing up Devin was an avid racing fan and would race his go-kart #10 at Copper Creek Motorsports Park. Devin enjoyed NASCAR and hockey, his favorite team being the Minnesota Wild. He graduated from...
Earl A. Carignan
Jul 18, 2020
Earl A. Carignan, 71, of Iron River, WI (formerly of Superior, WI), died peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2020, at Solvay Hospice House following a four-year battle with cancer.
Earl was born in Ashland, WI, to Robert and Clara Ann (Thompson) Carignan. He grew up and attended school in Superior, maintaining lifelong friendships with his North End...
