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Timothy D. Gellatly

Timothy D. Gellatly

Jun 15, 2024

Timothy D. Gellatly, 64, of Duluth, MN died at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center on Saturday, June 15, 2024 with his family by his side.

Tim was born in Duluth, MN on May 5, 1960 to Deanna (Opal) and Harley Gellatly.

He was a hard worker installing gym floors, mostly working at schools on the...

Norene A. Martineau

Norene A. Martineau

Jun 14, 2024

Norene A. Martineau, 95, former resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 14, 2024, at River Grand Senior Living in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.

She was born on November 26, 1928, in Bellingham, WA, the daughter of Norbert and Gladys (Hawkins) Marx.

She attended Deer River High School in Deer River, MN and later...

Wayne L. Gibson

Wayne L. Gibson

Jun 14, 2024

Wayne L. Gibson, 88, of Wascott, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 14, 2024, surrounded by his family at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.

He was born on March 4, 1936, in Owatonna, MN, the son of Mabel (Reed) and Clarence Gibson.

On July 18, 1957, Blanche Mork and Wayne Gibson were united in marriage...

Darlene L. Legore

Darlene L. Legore

Jun 12, 2024

Darlene LaVonne Legore, 91, resident of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital in Superior.

She was born in New Richland, MN on October 21, 1932, the daughter of Edward and Emma (Casper) Shave. Her family later moved to Solon Springs, WI, where she attended St. Croix Elementary and...

Raymond W. Tollers

Raymond W. Tollers

Jun 12, 2024

Raymond W. Tollers, 52, lifelong resident of Superior, died unexpectedly Wednesday June 12, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth.

Ray was born on June 19, 1971, in Superior, the son of Raymond D. and Lynn Tollers. He married Toni Vendela on May 15, 1999, in Bethel Lutheran Church and they recently celebrated 25 years of...

Wayne T. Carlton

Wayne T. Carlton

Jun 9, 2024

Wayne T. Carlton, 82, of Duluth, MN died on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospital with his family by his side.

Wayne was born July 10, 1941 to Albert and Mary (Watson) Carlton in Durham, NC.  He was a US Air Force veteran.

He met and married Leonella Sisto… and made their home...

Penny Ann Loukes

Penny Ann Loukes

Jun 7, 2024

Penny Ann Loukes, 69 years old of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2024 surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was born in St. Paul, Minnesota by parents Marlene and Frank.

She is survived by her husband, Roger Loukes, her children, Anthony (Autumn), Rochelle, Nicole (Andrew), Tricia (Bill), and Desirae. She is also...

Bernard E. Stein

Bernard E. Stein

Jun 2, 2024

Dr. Bernard Earl Stein, D.D.S., 75, lifelong resident of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Bernard was born July 6, 1948, in Superior, the son of Robert and Genevieve (Stenback) Stein.

Bernard graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of 1966. Bernard then moved to St. Paul,...

Raymond B. Meyers

Raymond B. Meyers

Jun 2, 2024

Raymond Bruce “Chopsy” Meyers, 73, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away peacefully, following a lengthy illness, on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Viewcrest Health Center in Duluth, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Superior on September 11, 1950, the son of Kenneth and Mary (Freascher) Meyers.

Ray served honorably in the United States...

Helen L. Ross

Helen L. Ross

Jun 2, 2024

Helen L. Ross, 94 of Superior, WI died on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Open Arms Assisted Living in Duluth.

Helen was born September 22, 1929, in Aitkin, MN to Harry and Dagmar (Christianson) Eckholm.

She worked for her master's degree in education and was employed as a special education and kindergarten teacher working at...

Debra A. Kagie

Debra A. Kagie

Jun 1, 2024

Debra Ann Kagie, 68 of Superior, WI, died on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.

Debra was born August 21, 1955, in Duluth, MN to Marilyn (Swanson) and Frank O'Brien.

She was employed as a nurse's aide working in home health care for many years.

Debra learned...

Joyce E. Bowser

Joyce E. Bowser

May 31, 2024

Joyce E. Bowser, 84, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, after complications of Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on April 23, 1940, the daughter of John and Violet (Hill) Koukari.

Joyce was a longtime member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Superior and was also a part of the local Red Hat...

Lorrie J. Madden

Lorrie J. Madden

May 30, 2024

Lorrie Jean (McConnell) Madden, 68, lifelong resident of Superior, WI, died at home on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

She was born in Superior, December 1, 1955, the daughter of Roy and Jean (Fisk) McConnell.

Lorrie graduated from Superior Senior High School, class of 1974, then attained her associate’s degree in accounting, finalizing her bachelor’s degree...

Benjamin R. Mclain

Benjamin R. Mclain

May 29, 2024

Benjamin R. McLain, 38, of Superior died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Ben was born June 19, 1985, in Cloquet, MN to Dee (Blunt) and Brian McLain.

He was employed at various places over the years and always liked to keep busy.  Ben was a jack of all trades and master of none.

...

William F. Moore

William F. Moore

May 24, 2024

William F. Moore, 93, resident of Hermantown, MN, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at The North Shore Estates in Duluth, MN. He was born in Duluth on February 25, 1931, the son of William H. and Marguerite G. (Beauchamp) Moore.

He spent most of his adult life working in food service distribution.

William...

Wilmer S. Dock

Wilmer S. Dock

May 24, 2024

Wilmer S. Dock, 90 of Superior, WI, died Friday, May 24, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary's Hospital in Superior.

Wilmer was born January 20, 1934, in Mower, MN to Emma (Lange) and Sylazan Dock.

He served his country with the US Air Force.  Wilmar was passionate about spending time with his wife and family.  He...

Alice I. Hammerbeck

Alice I. Hammerbeck

May 24, 2024

Alice I. Hammerbeck, 86, of Superior, died Friday, May 24, 2024, in St. Luke's Hospital, Duluth, with family present.

She was born on February 17, 1938, in Bennett, WI, the daughter of Mary (Filek) and Jerome Nollet.

On June 5, 1954, Alice Irene Nollet and Robert Andrew Hammerbeck, Jr. were united in marriage in Carlton,...

Thomas L. Kern

Thomas L. Kern

May 23, 2024

Thomas L. Kern, 76, lifelong area resident, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at his home in Superior. He was born in Superior on May 8, 1948, the son of Keith and Marjorie (Sandberg) Kern.

Tom was born and raised in Superior and lived in Solon Springs for over 20 years.

He graduated from...

Dennis L. Bush

Dennis L. Bush

May 23, 2024

November 19, 1948 – May 23, 2024

Dennis Bush, 75, passed away peacefully at Twin Ports Health Services surrounded by loved ones.

Dennis was born November 19, 1948, in Mosinee to the late Norman and Elizabeth (Kessler) Bush.

Dennis was a U.S. Navy Veteran who served State-side during the Vietnam War.  He was...

Michael L. Quigley

Michael L. Quigley

May 23, 2024

Michael L. Quigley, 60, of Superior, died Thursday May 23, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth surrounded by his family.

Michael was born in Hinsdale, IL on Aug. 10, 1963, the son of Larry and Patricia (Stice) Quigley.

He had worked as an operator and laborer for local construction companies and most recently with...

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