Sandra "Sam" J. Shupe
Sep 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and tears that we say goodbye to Sandra “Sam” Jean Shupe, who passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2026, at the age of 68.
She was born in Duluth, MN on June 1, 1958, and grew up in Oliver, WI. Her love of life, children and holidays, especially Christmas, was unlimited and the child in her...
Elizabeth M. "Babe" Anderson
Sep 1, 2026
Elizabeth M. “Babe” Anderson, age 88, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday September 1, 2026, at home in Superior, WI.
Elizabeth was born November 10, 1937, in Superior to Elizabeth (LaBonte) and William Conner.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Carl W. Anderson.
Elizabeth is lovingly survived by daughters Wendy (Rod) Brown of Superior, Terri (Tom) Bagwell...
Barbara J. Graff
Aug 30, 2026
Barbara J. Graff, 75, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Barbara was born on April 23, 1951, in Superior, Wisconsin, to Dorothy (Davidson) and Adolph Carlson.
Barb worked in the bakery department at Walmart before becoming a cook at the Douglas County Jail, where she was employed for many years. She also worked as a bartender at...
Dana B. LaGesse
Aug 28, 2026
Dana B. LaGesse, 73, of Lakeside Township, died Friday, August 28, 2026, at her residence.
Dana was born in Superior on March 9, 1953, the daughter of Merrill and Hazel (Aro) Little.
She graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of 1971 and went on to earn her LPN certificate from Superior Technical Institute. She married Robert LaGesse on March...
Judith C. Katzmark
Aug 27, 2026
In loving memory of Judith (Burgraff) Katzmark
Judy, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on July 25, 1945, in Superior, Wisconsin, she was the beloved daughter of Irving and Elsie Burgraff of South Superior.
Judy was affectionately known as “Honey” to those close to her. She lived a life rich...
Michael F. Stranko
Aug 27, 2026
Michael F. Stranko, 88, of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at New Perspective in Superior, WI.
Michael was born on November 1, 1937, in Superior, WI, to Mary (Zowin) and Joseph Stranko.
He graduated from high school and went on to attend Stout State College and vocational school. He was also a member of the Air National...
Richard A. "Dick" Pearson
Aug 25, 2026
Richard A. Pearson, 80, of Mendota Heights, MN, died at his cabin in Gordon, WI, on August 25, 2026.
He was born in Duluth on June 17, 1946, to Roy and Dorothy (MacIver) Pearson. Richard was a 1964 graduate of Duluth East High School. He graduated in1968 with a bachelor’s degree in economics from Macalester College, where he was on the...
Irene A. Minter
Aug 25, 2026
Irene A. Minter, 99, of Bimson, MN and formerly of Superior, died Tuesday August 25, 2026, at Open Arms Assisted Living in Duluth.
Irene was born at home on June 14, 1927, in Glen Flora, WI the daughter of Andrew and Margaret (Young) Krisik.
She married Robert P. Minter on November 9, 1946, they had seven children and celebrated 46 years of...
Helen V. Lundberg
Aug 25, 2026
Helen V. Lundberg, 99, a longtime resident of Superior passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Twin Ports Health in Superior, WI.
Helen was born August 29, 1926, to Anne (O’Sacho) and Stanley Oleas in Superior, WI.
She was a homemaker caring for her family and home until they were grown and then was employed as a customer service agent for Sears....
Ernest R. Applebee, Jr.
Aug 22, 2026
Ernest R. Applebee, Jr., age 73, passed away Saturday August 22, 2026, in Middle River Health and Rehab, South Range.
Ernest was born February 23, 1953, in Minneapolis, MN to Irene J. (Jacobson) and Ernest R. Applebee, Sr.
He married Debra J. Elsner on November 25, 2000, in Duluth, MN.
He was preceded in death by his parents and wife Debra.
Ernest is survived...
Thomas J. Sheahan
Aug 22, 2026
Thomas Joseph Sheahan, 74, of Superior, WI, passed away at home on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
He was born in Superior on July 5, 1952, to James and Elizabeth (Booth) Sheahan. He graduated from Superior Senior High School before serving in the U.S Navy on the USS Turner Joy DD951 in Vietnam. After returning from the Navy, Tom chose to further...
Roy John Berger
Aug 20, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Roy John Berger, also known to many as Uncle Booger, at the young age of 30. Roy was taken away way too soon in a tragic incident while on his motorcycle on August 20, 2026, near Walker, MN.
Roy was born October 13, 1995 in Chisago City, MN to Beverly (Brown) and Gregg...
Frances L. Stannard
Aug 20, 2026
Frances L. Stannard (Kozlowski) of Superior passed away peacefully at home Thursday, August 20th, 2026.
Frances was born February 24, 1943, to the late Leo and Cashmere Kozlowski.
She was a very proud member of the City of Superior citizens 4th of July parade committee. Frances volunteered for over 20 years alongside her husband. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and...
William "Jack" John Corcoran
Aug 16, 2026
William “Jack” John Corcoran, 87, of South Range, WI passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Middle River Health and Rehab in Hawthorne.
William was born in Chicago on January 13, 1939, to John and Margaret (Reynolds) Corcoran.
He is survived by 4 siblings. He is preceded in death by his parents and 6 siblings.
A graveside service will be held on...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
