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David Alan Zinmer
Nov 17, 2015
David A. Zinmer, 48, of Superior, died Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center, Duluth. He was born October 17, 1967, in Superior, son of John and Addie (Kelly) Zinmer. David enjoyed bowling, watching TV, dining out, visiting with friends at the Encompass activity center, and Wednesday night dinners at Mom's when she was with us. He...
Wendy L. Teal
Nov 16, 2015
Wendy L. Teal, 62, Lake Nebagamon, WI, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2015. She passed at the Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN, following a courageous seven year battle with Ovarian Cancer which she showed amazing strength and grace. She was born on September 14, 1953 in Superior to Dale and Irene (Knoll) Wedan. Wendy married Roger Teal...
Gertrude 'Gert' Bauer
Nov 16, 2015
Gertrude 'Gert' K. Bauer, 73, lifelong resident of Superior, died Monday, November 16, 2015 at Golden Living Center. Gert was born in Superior on June 19, 1942 the daughter of Wilfred and Dorothy Blaisdell. She enjoyed playing bingo and riding around town on her scooter with her sister Judy. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband,...
Fannie Jo Olson
Nov 13, 2015
Fannie J. Olson, 63, of South Range, died Friday, November 13, 2015, at her residence. She was born March 28, 1952, in Superior, daughter of Louis and Mabel (Lord) Hoyt. On September 12, 1981, in Duluth, Fannie Hoyt and Terrance Olson were united in marriage. Fannie worked several years in housekeeping at Park Point Manor, Duluth. She enjoyed sewing, crafts,...
Elaine F. Little
Nov 11, 2015
Elaine F. Little, 90, longtime Superior resident, died Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at the Lighthouse of Superior, surrounded by family. Elaine was born on November 2, 1925 in Superior, WI to Joseph and Mary (Zeliska) Doucette. While in grade school family moved to a farm near Cadott, WI. After graduating from Cadott High School, family returned to Superior, WI....
Linda M. Miller
Nov 10, 2015
Linda Marie Miller, 61, of Superior died Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at her residence. Linda was born on May 15, 1954. She had worked for Colonial Health Care Services in Billings Park for 32 years and then at Beverly Health/Golden Living Center. She enjoyed knitting and gardening. She was preceded in death by her mother, Kathryn; and two brothers, Daniel...
Adrienne Swenson
Nov 7, 2015
Adrienne Swenson, 58, Hayward, WI passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2015
at the Memorial Medical Center in Ashland, WI following a courageous battle with breast cancer.
She was born on June 19, 1957 in Virginia, MN to Jennis H. and Nancy (Weyandt) Swenson.
Adrienne...
Floyd A. Buchin
Nov 7, 2015
Floyd Allen Buchin, 48, lifelong Superior resident, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2015 in Superior, WI. He was born on September 14, 1967 in Phoenixville, PA to James Buchin and Maureen (Coon) Pederson. He served his country in the National Guard. Floyd married Leslie Larson on August 7, 2010 and they celebrated five years of marriage. Floyd worked...
Janice K. Cheselski
Nov 7, 2015
Janice K. Cheselski, 64, lifelong resident of Superior, died Saturday November 7, 2015 at her residence, surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Janice was born on Jan. 12, 1951 the daughter of Marie and Ralph Barton. She enjoyed crocheting, and working with volunteers at the hospital. She also enjoyed sitting in her swing watching Gary work....
Robert B. Lewis
Nov 2, 2015
Robert B. Lewis, 58, of Superior, died suddenly at home on Monday, Nov. 2, 2015 after ongoing health issues. Following Robert's wishes, no funeral services will be held. Downs Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements, www.downsfh.com.
Calvin "Cal" C. Haworth
Nov 1, 2015
Calvin "Cal" C. Haworth, 90, of Hawthorne, died Sunday, November 1, 2015, at Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Center, Hawthorne. Calvin was born March 14, 1925, son of Sampie and Jessie (Carlin) Haworth. During the 1940's, Cal served in both the Merchant Marines and Army. He worked over 35 years as a carman with the CNW railroad. He enjoyed hobby...
Alistair Jay Conley
Oct 31, 2015
Alistair Jay, "A.J." Conley, Town of Oakland, beloved five year old son of Jay and Allison Conley, was born into eternal life with Our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, October 31, 2015. Although he passed away quite unexpectedly, he died peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family.
A.J. was born in Duluth, MN on January 8,...
Gregory L. Baurenfeind
Oct 31, 2015
Gregory L. Baurenfeind, 65, Superior, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 31, 2015. He was born on December 9, 1949 in Superior to Louis and Mary T. (Stupak) Baurenfeind. He attended Superior Senior High School. He was employed with Superior Housing Authority but most recently had been employed at Solid Rock Mission as a house manager for the homeless....
Barbara Marie Van Ert
Oct 29, 2015
Barbara Marie Van Ert, 72, lifelong resident of Superior, died Thursday, October 29, 2015 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth. Barbara was born on January 16, 1943 the daughter of Edward and Hazel Van Ert. She graduated from Central High School in 1961. She had worked for Central Co-ops, owned the Yarn Basket, was co-owner of Banks Roofing and also...
Mildred Lillian Erickson
Oct 27, 2015
Mildred Lillian Erickson, 98, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2015. She was born on January 4, 1917 to John and Hilda Lindgren and was a lifelong resident of Superior. Graduating in 1935 from Central High School, Mildred worked at City Hall before her marriage to Clarence Erickson on December 2, 1939. She worked briefly for the Erickson Trucking Company...
Michelle L. Dellies
Oct 26, 2015
Michelle L. Dellies, 42, lifelong resident of Superior, died Monday, October 26, 2015 at the Challenge Center. Michelle was born on Nov. 24, 1972 the daughter of Richard and Joanne Dellies. She enjoyed going to movies, being outdoors and swimming. She also enjoyed going to garage sales and playing ball. She loved going out to eat especially to have dessert....
Bernice "Bonnie" Anderson
Oct 25, 2015
Berniece “Bonnie” Anderson, 98, Superior passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2015 at Essential Health St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN.
She was born on January 28, 1917 in Redwood Falls, MN to Bert and Alda Kleaver and has been a Superior resident since 1948.
Bonnie graduated from Redwood Falls High School and earned...
Jeanne Annette Lavoie
Oct 25, 2015
Jeanne A. LaVoie, 61, of Superior, died Sunday, October 25, 2015, at Superior Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Superior. She was born March 22, 1954 in Danville, Illinois, daughter of Jean and Carole (Chew) LaVoie. A graveside service will be held in Illinois.
Brian E. Bridge
Oct 23, 2015
Brian E. Bridge, 42, lifelong Superior resident, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2015, unexpectedly in his home. He was born on April 9, 1973 in Duluth, MN to Edward Bridge and Susan Karra. Brian was a member of Faith United Methodist Church. He enjoyed spending time with family and listening to all genres of music. He loved biking,...
Maurice "Morrie" Rene Vanhove
Oct 23, 2015
Maurice "Morrie" R. VanHove, 95, of Superior, died Friday, October 23, 2015, at Superior Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Superior.
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