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Donn W. Bergquist

Donn W. Bergquist

Aug 13, 2026

Donn W. Bergquist, age 73, of Lake Nebagamon, died Thursday August 13, 2026, in Barnes.

Donn was born in Superior, Wisconsin to Carl William & Virginia (Cronstrom) Bergquist. He and his wife Lydelle just celebrated 48 years of marriage.

Donn was a practicing CPA in Superior and a resort owner in Barnes, WI. Crosswinds Resort was his favorite place to work and...

James M. Hansen

James M. Hansen

Aug 13, 2026

James “Jim” Milton Hansen,76, died Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Heritage Lakeside nursing home in Rice Lake, WI.

James was born December 19, 1946, in Minnesota.

A Graveside service will be held on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Superior.

Belynda Sue Burger

Belynda Sue Burger

Aug 12, 2026

Belynda Sue Burger, 55, of Superior, WI formerly of Foxboro, WI passed away August 12, 2026, unexpectedly at Essentia Health in Duluth, MN surrounded by her loved ones.

Belynda was born in Superior, WI on September 20, 1970, to Florence E. Burger (Brancel) and Duane Joseph Biemert. She attended school in Superior graduating in 1988. She attended Job Corp in St....

Jon S. Koski

Jon S. Koski

Aug 9, 2026

Jon S. Koski, 84 of Superior, WI passed away with his family by his side Sunday, August 9, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Jon was born May 15, 1942, in Superior to Eleanor (Maki) and Sephard Koski.

He graduated from Northwestern High School and was employed as an engine oiler for the Interlake Steamship Company sailing the great lakes....

Steven C. McCauley

Steven C. McCauley

Aug 9, 2026

Steven C. McCauley, 77, of South Range, WI, died August 9, 2026, under hospice care at Dove Nursing Home in Superior. Steve lived his life surrounded by family and enjoyed golf, woodworking, and watching the Green Bay Packers.

He was born in Superior on March 11, 1949, to Ariel and Josette (Durfee) McCauley. He graduated from Superior Senior High School with...

Judith Ann Johnson

Judith Ann Johnson

Aug 7, 2026

Judith Ann Johnson, 79, of South Range died on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s in Duluth.

Judy was born in Superior on October 30, 1946, the daughter of Thomas and June (Tharge) Barton. She graduated from Superior Central High School with the class of 1964.

In 1994, Judy married Douglas Johnson and they celebrated 28 years of marriage until...

Jeffery T Collins

Jeffery T Collins

Aug 6, 2026

Jeffery T. Collins, 68, of Superior, died Thursday August 6, 2026, at Dove Health Care in Superior.

Jeff was born in Duluth on October 22, 1957, the son of Patrick and Dona (Rink) Collins. He graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of 1976. He married Terri Archambeau on September 10, 1977, and they celebrated 49 years of marriage.

He...

Roger William Olson

Roger William Olson

Aug 5, 2026

Roger William Olson, age 74, of Superior, passed away Wednesday August 5, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital, Duluth.

Roger was born March 20, 1952, in Superior to Mathias “Art” Olson and Elsie (Alholm) Olson.

He had worked as a bartender at numerous establishments in the Twin Ports including The QT, Strikers and Gilbey’s. Roger enjoyed hunting and the outdoors. Roger married...

Charles "Chuck" A. Ilenda

Charles "Chuck" A. Ilenda

Aug 1, 2026

“I did it my way”

Charles “Chuck” Ilenda, 83, passed away on August 1, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born May 15, 1943, in Duluth, MN to parents Felix and Ethel Ilenda, and grew up in Pike Lake, MN. His whole life, Chuck was always a hard worker and strived to reach higher standards. He earned the...

James Patrick Cahill

James Patrick Cahill

Jul 31, 2026

James Patrick Cahill (Jim), 63, of Superior, Wi, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center after a brief battle with cancer. He was surrounded by the love of his life, Patty, and beloved family.

Jim was born November 23, 1962, in Superior, Wisconsin to Rose (Trifilette) Cahill and Francis Cahill.

He grew up as a true...

Joseph Baillargeon

Joseph Baillargeon

Jul 30, 2026

Joseph Robert Baillargeon of Gordon, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026 at the age of 80. He was born on September 1, 1945 in Milwaukee to Joseph D. and Eleanora (nee Schreiber) Baillargeon.

On April 30, 1966 he married the love of his life Phyllis (nee Schmidt) in Milwaukee and enjoyed 60 years together. They were blessed with two...

Thomas J. Renquist

Thomas J. Renquist

Jul 30, 2026

Thomas J. Renquist, 63, of Superior, died Thursday, July 30, 2026, at his residence surrounded by family following a brief illness.

Tom was born in Superior on September 30, 1962, the son of Robert and Mary (Miller) Renquist.

Tom worked in maintenance for many years at various businesses in the area. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, enjoyed hunting and...

Cindy Joy Mataczynski

Cindy Joy Mataczynski

Jul 27, 2026

Cindy Joy Mataczynski, 68, of South Range, WI, passed away at her home July 27, 2026, surrounded by family.

Cindy was born January 7, 1958, in Nuremberg, Germany to Dr. Robert and Joy (Hunt) Mataczynski.

She graduated from Superior High school with the class of 1976 and went on to earn an associate degree in accounting.

Cindy owned and operated Landmark Lanes and...

Jane Claire Howard

Jane Claire Howard

Jul 26, 2026

Jane Claire “Bumpa” Howard, age 64, of Wascott, Wisconsin passed away in the early morning hours of July 26, 2026 at Essentia Hospital, as she was afflicted with liver cancer. Her diagnosis and death came quickly, her struggle was limited, and she was surrounded by her family.

Jane was born in Superior, Wisconsin on May 28, 1962, at Superior Memorial Hospital,...

Ronald I. Johnson

Ronald I. Johnson

Jul 25, 2026

Ronald I. Johnson, 83, of Superior, died Saturday July 25, 2026, at his residence.

Ron was born in Superior on November 21, 1942, the son of Ivan and Helen (Clark) Johnson. He graduated from Northwestern High School.

Ron had worked as a pulper and then started his own business, Ron Johnson Construction. He was a very hard worker and was very proud...

Marcia Elizabeth Erickson

Marcia Elizabeth Erickson

Jul 23, 2026

Marcia Elizabeth (Haagensen) Erickson, age 82, of Rice Lake township, MN, died July 19, 2026, in her residence.

Marcia was born in Superior, WI on June 30, 1944, the daughter of Ruth Isabelle (Maniekee) and Erling Hjalmer Haagensen. She was raised on a farm in Hawthorne, WI. Marcia was a graduate of Northwestern High School, Maple, WI and attended the Superior...

Edward H. Javenkoski

Edward H. Javenkoski

Jul 23, 2026

Edward H. Javenkoski, age 79, of South Range died Thursday July 23, 2026.

He was born March 29, 1947, in Chicago, IL, the son of Adelaide (Paffrath) and Edward Javenkoski. Edward enlisted in the United States Army and served in Vietnam War. He was a diesel mechanic by trade. Edward enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was also a lifetime member of...

James G. Hammond

James G. Hammond

Jul 22, 2026

James G. Hammond, age 69, of Superior, died Wednesday July 22, 2026, at his residence.

He was born on December 7, 1956, the son of Betty (Olson) and George Hammond, Sr. in Rice Lake, WI.

James enjoyed coin collecting and doing stained glass projects. He especially loved all things outdoors, fishing, rock hunting, gardening, berry picking and going for walks.

He was preceded...

Kenneth John Leland

Kenneth John Leland

Jul 22, 2026

Kenneth John Leland, 95, of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, surrounded by his three children, at New Perspective in Superior. Born May 27,1931, in Superior, WI to Anne (Larsen) and John Leland who were both born in Norway. Ken was immensely proud of his loving and hard-working parents and of his Norwegian Heritage; modestly stating that...

Matthew D. Plesko

Matthew D. Plesko

Jul 22, 2026

Matthew D. Plesko, 21, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, in his home.

Matthew was born November 4, 2004, in Duluth, MN to Jacquelyn Walters and Gary Plesko.

He graduated from Superior High School in 2023 with honors. Matthew was active in the theater program in high school. He was currently enrolled in the University of Oshkosh and was on...

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