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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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