Obituaries

Oct 22, 2024

Kay L. Edwards, age 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 27, 1954, Kay was a vibrant spirit known for her kindness, and unwavering dedication to those she loved.

She was a former member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duluth and a member of First Lutheran Church...

Oct 21, 2024

Gloria Rose Dumonson, 79, Hayward WI, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in the early morning hours of Monday, October 21st, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.

She was born on October 22nd, 1944, Gloria Rose Swenson, and was adopted by Edward and Lorraine Golenbeck when her mother became very ill. As a girl,...

Oct 18, 2024

John Francis Ferrando, 87 of Ashland, Wisconsin, passed away on October 18, 2024. at Aspirus St. Lukes. Born on April 27, 1937, in Mellen, WI. The son of Francis and Ruth Ferrando. John graduated from Mellen High School in 1956 and served in the US Army as a medic. On May 16, 1959, he married Dorothy Evelyn Vought.

Oct 16, 2024

Jeanette M. Miner, 78, of Superior (formerly of Danbury/Webster), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at her son Tony's home, surrounded by her family.

Jeanette was born on September 26, 1946, in Siren, WI, to Joy (Young) and Raymond Rixman. She married Richard (Dick) Miner on October 1, 1964, and they celebrated 55 years of...

Oct 14, 2024

William "Bill" Robert O’Neill, 91, longtime Superior resident, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024 in Superior, WI. He was born July 3, 1933, the son of John and Lorraine (Thorpe) O’Neill in Sioux City, IA.

He graduated from Pipestone High School, class of 1951, and went on to earn a telegrapher degree from Dunwoody College of Technology....

Oct 13, 2024

Maureen M. Koenen was born on May 20th, 1934, in Superior Wisconsin to Frank and Josetta Heinen, and was a lifelong resident of Superior’s East End. After filling 90 years with family and friends, she passed away peacefully at Villa Marina Nursing Home on October 13th, 2024, with family by her side.

Maureen was united in marriage...

Oct 11, 2024

Chad "Bucky" Allan Tobolaski, 66, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN. He was born October 4, 1958 in Cloquet, MN, the son of Chester and Joanne Tobolaski.

He was a 1977 graduate of Proctor High School. He moved to Minneapolis, MN and worked at various warehouses as a...

Oct 11, 2024

Steven Michael Downs, 58, lifelong resident of East End in Superior, passed away after a short illness on Friday, October 11, 2024, at his home in Superior, WI. He was born to John and Carol (Jacobson) Downs on December 29, 1965, in Superior, WI.

He worked as a carpenter for many years in the Superior area. Steven...

Oct 9, 2024

June D. Barton, 100, of Superior, died Wednesday October 9, 2024, at Essentia-St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth.

June was born in Iron River, WI on June 5, 1924, the daughter of Abram and Caroline (Shallow) Tharge.

She had worked in local bakeries and also cleaning apartments. June enjoyed doing home improvements, especially when it came...

Oct 8, 2024

Laura K. Lind, 48, of Superior, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on January 10, 1976, in Duluth, MN, Laura was the cherished daughter of Marilyn (Leskela) and Lance Lind. She dedicated her career to housekeeping, primarily in local hotels, where her warm spirit and attention to detail touched many...

Oct 7, 2024

Barbara J. Lavin, 82, of Superior, died Monday, October 7, 2024, at her residence.

Barbara was born on August 12, 1942, the daughter of Arthur and Edna (Mooney) Axelson.

She had run a home daycare for many years. Barbara enjoyed her doll houses, sewing, and whistling around the house.  loved dogs, especially her dachshund.

Oct 7, 2024

Thomas Williams, 73 of Foxboro, WI died Monday, October 7, 2024, in his home.

Tom was born August 2, 1951, in Superior, WI to Evelyn (Earhart) and Howard Williams.

He was a US Army Veteran served from 1970-72 and he spent a long period of time in Germany.

Tom was employed as a...

Oct 6, 2024

Bruce Carignan, 77, of Superior, WI, and Frostproof, FL, died peacefully on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center.

Bruce was born on August 9, 1947, in Ashland, WI, to Clara Ann (Thompson) and Robert A. Carignan.

Bruce spent his days as a full-time barber and part-time BS'er. The barbershop was always...

Oct 6, 2024

Steven Carl Leino, age 75, died peacefully on October 6, 2024, after a short illness; surrounded by his wife and daughters.

Born April 28, 1949, in Washburn, WI, to John and Ellen (Kainu) Leino, Steve was the oldest of eight siblings. He grew up on a modest family farm, and as the oldest boy worked hard alongside...

Oct 5, 2024

James E. Mertes, 93, of Superior, died Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Dove Healthcare in Superior.

James was born on September 17, 1931, Superior to Earl and Olive (Otteson) Mertes.

He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army from 1952-55, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was stationed in Germany, the Philippines, and spent...

Oct 3, 2024

Edna M. Abrahamzon, 89, of South Range, died Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Essentia-St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth

Edna was born in Superior on July 21, 1935, the daughter of Samuel and Hilja (Byorni) Vendela. She married Patrick Abrahamzon on Dec. 26, 1952, and they celebrated 55 years of marriage until his passing in 2008.

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Oct 2, 2024

Jeffrey M. Greely, 76, lifelong resident of East End in Superior, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, in his home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on November 21, 1947, the son of John “Jack” and Alice (Mason) Greely.

He was a graduate of Superior Senior High School and served his country honorably...

Sep 30, 2024

Jamie Lee Ross, 45, longtime Superior, WI resident, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024. He was born July 21, 1979,  the son of James and LouAnn Ross and Kelly Borelli.

A 1997 graduate from Superior Senior High, he went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Superior and a Master’s degree from...

Sep 28, 2024

Rita Nelson Trianoski, 90, resident of Superior, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Rita was born in Ladysmith, WI to Lloyd and Gertrude (Sabaska) Nelson.

She married Walter Trianoski in 1958. They enjoyed two children, a son David, and a daughter Leslie.

Rita was employed as a teacher in the district of Superior for...

Sep 28, 2024

Patrick “Rick” Nelson, 75, longtime resident of Superior, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Villa Marina Nursing Home, with his family holding his hand. He was born in Superior on July 20, 1949, the son of Levi and Madeline (Nollet) Nelson.

Rick grew up in Poplar, WI. He graduated from Northwestern High School in Maple,...