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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...

Charles "Chuck" R. Eisenmann

Charles "Chuck" R. Eisenmann

Apr 25, 2025

Charles “Chuck” Richard Eisenmann, 81, lifelong resident of Superior, Wi, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, Mn. He was born on September 15, 1943, to George H. And Vivian A. (Higgins) Eisenmann. Chuck graduated from the former East High School in Superior, class of 1961...

Ralph Meir

Ralph Meir

Apr 22, 2025

Ralph Meir, 58, was taken far too soon after putting up a strong fight against cancer. Ralph was born on May 31, 1966, in Lancaster, WI to Frank and Suzanne. The youngest of 8 children. He is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, his parents, his sister Laura and brute John. He is survived by his...

Shirley A. Woodhull

Shirley A. Woodhull

Apr 22, 2025

Shirley A. Woodhull, 74, of Poplar, passed away Tuesday April 22, 2025, at her residence with her husband John by her side.

Shirley was born in Superior on June 16, 1950, the daughter of Gerald and Louise (Edquist) Colby.

She enjoyed watching football, going fishing and camping. She loved the time spent with her grandchildren....

Steven L. Jankowski

Steven L. Jankowski

Apr 21, 2025

Steven Lewis Jankowski, 70 of Cloquet died Monday, April 21, 2025 with his family by his side at St. Lukes Hospital.

Steve was born on July 30, 1954 in Duluth the eldest child of Edwin and Jane (Lewis) Jankowski. He graduated from Cloquet Senior High School in 1972 and was honored to deliver the 50th Class Reunion...

William Shannon Hemphill

William Shannon Hemphill

Apr 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Shane" Shannon Hemphill, born on September 22, 1963, in Red Wing, Minnesota. He passed away on April 20, 2025, surrounded by family at his bedside, leaving behind a lasting legacy of love, strength, and a life well-lived. Shane was a hardworking and dedicated man whose life centered...

Martin 'Marty' D. Stone

Martin 'Marty' D. Stone

Apr 20, 2025

Martin "Marty" D. Stone, died Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Aspen Health and Rehab LLC (formerly Middle River), South Range, Wisconsin.

He was born on November 6, 1957, in Superior, son of Donald F. and Leona E. (Williams) Stone.

Marty worked for many years as a heavy equipment operator for the City of Superior.

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David Frederick Schmidt

David Frederick Schmidt

Apr 19, 2025

David Frederick Schmidt, 79, of Superior, Wisconsin, died peacefully on April 19. Born October 5, 1945, in Watertown, Wisconsin, he was the son of David A. and Vivian Schmidt. David graduated in 1963 from East High School in Superior. He earned a BS in biology from the University of Wisconsin–Superior four years later. David joined the US Air Force...

Jerry M. Jerome

Jerry M. Jerome

Apr 19, 2025

Jerry M. "Tink" Jerome, 74, of Poplar, died Saturday, April 19, 2025, after a long battle with heart disease with family by his side at Villa-Marina Health and Rehabilitation Center, Superior.

He was born on October 8, 1950, in Superior, son of Emily and Joseph Jerome, Sr.

He grew up in Superior and graduated from...

Richard 'Ric' S. Adrihan

Richard 'Ric' S. Adrihan

Apr 19, 2025

Richard 'Ric' S. Adrihan, 72, of Superior, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Ric was born in Superior on March 21, 1953, the son of Richard J. and Gloria (Heglund) Adrihan. He graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of...

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