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James L. Brannon

James L. Brannon

May 8, 2025

James L. Brannon, 83, Lake Nebagamon, WI died on Thursday, May 8, 2025. He was of very strong faith and joined those who loved him in heaven with his Lord and Savior. Jim was born May 13, 1941, in Fort Madison, IA, the son of Ernest and Wilma (Browning) Brannon. He graduated in 1959 from Fort Madison High School...

Michael J. Pelletier

Michael J. Pelletier

May 8, 2025

Michael J. Pelletier, 72, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from pneumonia after a 15-year journey with a stroke, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Superior, WI. He was born on November 16, 1952, the son of Jerry and Gertrude (Wizner) Pelletier in Duluth, MN.

He graduated from Denfeld High School in Duluth, class of...

Richard D. Rusch

Richard D. Rusch

May 7, 2025

Richard D. “Dick” Rusch, 90, lifelong resident of Duluth, MN, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

He was born in Duluth on June 22, 1934, the son of William “Pat” and Ellen (Miller) Rusch.

Dick served his country honorably in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany during the...

Luanne Hunter

Luanne Hunter

May 5, 2025

Luanne Hunter, 87, longtime Lake Nebagamon resident, passed away on May 5, 2025. She was born October 21, 1937, the daughter of Stanley C. and Dorothy M. (Armitage) Howenstine in Superior, WI.

Luanne graduated from East High School in Superior and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. She continued...

Donald G. Greely

Donald G. Greely

May 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Donald Gerald Greely November 25, 1944 – May 4, 2025

Donald Gerald Greely, age 80, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN, surrounded by family. Born in Superior, WI, on November 25, 1944, to Harold and Evelyn (Nelson)...

Randy Craig Wichlidal

Randy Craig Wichlidal

May 3, 2025

Randy Craig Wichlidal, 70, lost his battle with cancer on May 3, 2025. He was born April 6, 1955, in Eau Claire, WI, the son of Carl and Virginia (Berthiaume) Wichlidal.

Randy was a graduate of Bayfield High School, class of 1973, and was proud to have served his community as a Bayfield County Deputy.  Later, he...

Deborah A. Eastman

Deborah A. Eastman

May 3, 2025

Deborah A. Eastman, 74, of Superior, WI died on Saturday, May 3, 2025 in her home.

Deborah was born April 9, 1951 in Superior to Gloria (Basterash) and Clarence Johnson.

She was a faithful member of the Central Assembly of God; church was her happy place, and she never missed a chance to attend church.  ...

Jordith A. Sloan

Jordith A. Sloan

May 2, 2025

Jordith Ann Sloan, 88, lifelong resident of Superior, WI, passed away at Dove Healthcare in Superior, WI, on Friday, May 2, 2025. She was born to Bernard and Esther (Swanlund) Pedersen on February 14, 1937, in Superior, WI.

Jordith grew up in South Superior where she attended Bryant Elementary School. She made lifelong friendships in her early...

Dennis D. Gokey

Dennis D. Gokey

Apr 30, 2025

Dennis D. Gokey, longtime Superior resident, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Superior, WI. He was born August 20, 1958, to Gregory and Elizabeth (Patrick) Gokey in Two Harbors, MN.

He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army. He was employed by B. Miller Products for many years in warehouse delivery.

Dennis...

Mary K. Lee

Mary K. Lee

Apr 30, 2025

Mary Kathryn Lee, 63, died unexpectedly on Wednesday April 30, 2025, at her residence.

Mary was born May 11, 1961, in Duluth, MN to Harriet (Grothe) and John Oland.

She graduated from Hermantown High School (1979) and attended Vocational Technical School in Duluth. Mary was employed as a home health administrator at St. Mary's Medical...

John Gideon Hogdahl

John Gideon Hogdahl

Apr 29, 2025

John Gideon Hogdahl, 72, longtime resident of Lakeside Township, WI, died on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in his home at Tradewinds Residence, Superior, WI.  John was born in Superior on February 28, 1953, to Gideon and Mabel (Knudson) Hogdahl.

John was raised on a farm in South Range, WI along with sisters Jill and Eileen.  John graduated...

Gwendolyn A. Ornell

Gwendolyn A. Ornell

Apr 29, 2025

On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Gwendolyn "Gwen" A. Ornell, 97, of Duluth, passed away at North Shore Estates.  Because she trusted in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, she is now in heaven.

Gwen was born June 27, 1927, in Duluth, daughter of Harvey and Astrid Grandchamp.  On February 28, 1948, she was united in marriage...

Michael John Kurki

Michael John Kurki

Apr 28, 2025

Michael John Kurki, 59, former Superior, WI resident, passed away on April 28, 2025, in Mesa, AZ. He was born the son of John and Claudia (Harris) Kurki on July 19, 1965 in Kenosha, WI.

He graduated from Northwestern High School.  He was employed by as a welder/fitter for Barco Hydraulics and Genesis Attachments.

Mike...

Thomas E. Mattson

Thomas E. Mattson

Apr 28, 2025

Thomas E. Mattson, 64, of Superior, died Monday, April 28, 2025, at his residence.

He was born July 5, 1960, in Miami, Florida, son of Charles and Frances (Szablinski) Mattson.

Tom proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy until his honorable discharge in 1986.

Tom worked many years as an over-the-road truck...

Clara G. Komatz

Clara G. Komatz

Apr 28, 2025

Clara G. Komatz, 89, of Superior, passed away Monday April 28, 2025, at Twin Ports Health and Rehab.

Clara was born in Phillips, WI on Sept. 25, 1935, the daughter of Bohumil and Lulu (McKibben) Washa. She grew up in the country and was a farm girl at heart. Clara loved animals, especially "oreo" cows and her...

Ardene J. Johnson

Ardene J. Johnson

Apr 27, 2025

The Johnson family lost their kind, cheerful, witty, beloved matriarch on April 27, 2025, when Ardene passed away peacefully at the age of 93, just as she had lived her life, surrounded by family, love, and music. She was born in Fremont, MI, on July 20, 1931, and even though she lived in Superior, WI, most of her life,...

Donald A. Liatses

Donald A. Liatses

Apr 27, 2025

“Holiday Don”, the Rhinelander Kid has passed on. Donald “Don” Liatses, Vietnam Veteran lost his battle to cancer on April 27, 2025.

Countless good memories of a man that loved freely. The gem gift of Don was loving you just as you are. He was unforgettable and the beauty of Don will always be remembered.

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William "Bill" J. Revnell

William "Bill" J. Revnell

Apr 27, 2025

William J. “Bill” Revnell, 79, resident of Gordon, WI, passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side, on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Twin Ports Health in Superior, WI. He was born in Traverse City, MI on August 9, 1945, to William M. and Virgil (Huddleston) Revnell.

He graduated from high school in Boulder, CO...

Eric A. Priem

Eric A. Priem

Apr 27, 2025

Eric Allen Priem 46, of Portland Oregon, passed from this life, into his eternal rest with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on April 27th, 2025.

He was born to his loving parents, Terry and Barbie Priem, in Duluth Minnesota on March 26th, 1979.

Being the first of 4 children, Eric would carry through as...

Samuel E. Pomush

Samuel E. Pomush

Apr 26, 2025

Samuel E. Pomush, 78, a lifelong Superior resident, died on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

Sam was the youngest of 5 children, to Israel & Bess (Kaner) Pomush in Superior.

Growing up he was always under the watchful eye of his loving sister, Darlene.

Sam was a Merchant Marine; Among the Various places he...

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