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John "Jack" Charles Blundell, Jr.

John "Jack" Charles Blundell, Jr.

Aug 6, 2024

John "Jack" Charles Blundell, Jr., 86, of Venice, Florida, formerly of Superior, died August 6, 2024, in Florida.

Jack is survived by his brother, Thomas (Arlene) Blundell, Superior.

As per Jack's request, no services will be held.

Leslie E. Schumacher

Leslie E. Schumacher

Aug 5, 2024

Leslie E. Schumacher, 93, lifetime resident of Superior, Wisconsin, went home to be with the Lord and reunite with his beloved wife, Beverly, on Monday, August 5th, 2024.

Les was born on June 9th, 1931, in Superior.  He was the son of Anna (Richards) and Fred Schumacher.  He graduated from Central High School in Superior.

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Harold L. Lull

Harold L. Lull

Aug 4, 2024

Harold Lloyd Lull, 98, of Superior, died Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Villa Marina Health & Rehabilitation Center, Superior.

He was born February 14, 1926, in Holyoke, MN, the son of Alfred and Lucille (Soper) Lull.

Harold was a member of the U. S. Navy (1944-1946), serving in the Pacific theater of World War II....

Barbara 'Barb' Lee Moyer

Barbara 'Barb' Lee Moyer

Aug 2, 2024

Barbara 'Barb' Lee Moyer, 79, of Superior, died Friday August 2, 2024 at Essentia-St.Mary's Hospital in Duluth. Barb was born in Superior on December 15, 1944, the daughter of Earl and Audrey (Walters) Nindorf.

Visitation will be held on Monday, Aug. 12th from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. funeral service at Downs Life Celebration Center, 1902...

Maureen C. Lundberg

Maureen C. Lundberg

Aug 1, 2024

Maureen Lundberg, 84, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024. Born in Duluth, MN on January 22, 1940, Maureen lived a life rich with service, joy, and vibrant community involvement.

Maureen was a cherished Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth, where she dedicated her career to providing exceptional care with kindness and empathy....

Richard A. Antonich

Richard A. Antonich

Jul 29, 2024

Richard Allen Antonich, 65, resident of Superior, WI, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN, with his loving wife and family by his side.

He was born in Duluth on November 3, 1958, to Albert and Grace (Granquist-Ottis) Antonich. He grew up in Duluth and graduated from the former...

Ronald E. Furzland

Ronald E. Furzland

Jul 27, 2024

Ronald Eugene Furzland, "Friz" of Hawthorne, WI, died peacefully early in the morning of Friday, July 27th, 2024, at the age of 63. He was surrounded by family and passed on with repose.

Ron was born December 7, 1960, to Earl and Joan Furzland in Minneapolis, MN. He graduated from Princeton High School in 1979 and served...

Maxton K. Gudowski

Maxton K. Gudowski

Jul 25, 2024

Maxton Keith Gudowski, 25, resident of Duluth, MN, tragically passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, in his home. He was born on July 19, 1999, the son of Derick and Lisa (Norton) Gudowski.

He grew up in Superior, WI and graduated from Superior High School, class of 2018.

Max loved the outdoors and being...

Gerald L. Johnson

Gerald L. Johnson

Jul 24, 2024

Gerald L. “Jerry” Johnson, 77, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN. He was born on July 31, 1946, in Superior, the son of Leonard and Edna (Kettleson) Johnson.

He was a graduate of Superior Senior High School and worked in maintenance for North Central Foods...

Scott Orville

Scott Orville

Jul 19, 2024

Scott Orville, 70, passed away peacefully with family by his side on July 19, 2024, at the Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 2, 1954, in Superior, WI, the son of Richard Orville and Emily Geisert.

Scott is survived by his wife, DeAnne Orville; sons, Garret Orville...

William D. Greely

William D. Greely

Jul 17, 2024

“Sweet” William D. Greely Sr.

Bill Greely was born on April 28th, 1946. At age 78, went to be with the Lord our Savior on Wednesday July 17th, while surrounded by his family. He passed away from complications of Lewy Body Dementia.

He was an avid outdoorsman, who could always be found in...

Gregory A. Day

Gregory A. Day

Jul 16, 2024

Gregory Allen Day, 70, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away unexpectedly while fighting cancer on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota.

Greg was born in Superior on March 2, 1954, the son of Carl and Ella (Petzold) Day. He attended school in Superior, with the class of 1972. He married the love...

Ronald D. Pete

Ronald D. Pete

Jul 11, 2024

Ronald D. Pete, 77 of Superior, died Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Essentia Health – St Mary's Hospital of Superior.

Ron was born on March 15, 1947, the son of Leman and Ruby (Vokovich) Pete in Superior, WI.

He graduated from UW – Madison with a Master's Degree in Dairy Science. After graduating he returned...

Michael W. Hietala

Michael W. Hietala

Jul 9, 2024

Michael W. Hietala, 71, longtime resident of Duluth, Sturgeon Lake, and currently of Superior, died Tuesday July 9, 2024, at Dove Health Care in Superior.

Michael was born in Duluth on Jan. 13, 1953, the son of Wilbert and Charlotte (Asbury) Hietala.

Mike was an auto mechanic and had worked for Harbor Garage in Superior...

Sondra Jo Peterson

Sondra Jo Peterson

Jul 7, 2024

Sondra Jo Peterson passed away peacefully from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease on Sunday, July 7, 2024, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Portage, Wisconsin, on July 31, 1943. The only daughter of Myron Sr. and Ruth (Gemmill) Olson, she grew up and spent most of her life in the Brule area. As the only...

Jennifer Lynn Stranko

Jennifer Lynn Stranko

Jul 7, 2024

Jennifer Stranko, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at the age of 43. Known for her vibrant personality and infectious laughter, Jennifer was truly the life of the party wherever she went.

Born in Superior, WI, Jennifer had a zest for life that touched everyone she met. Her passion...

Joseph A. Merila

Joseph A. Merila

Jul 6, 2024

Joseph Aaron Merila, 61, a resident of Oulu, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 6, 2024, in his home. He was born in Fort Riley, Kansas, on September 22, 1962, the son of Robert S. Merila and Mary (Warbalow) Reijo.

He graduated from Northwestern High School in Maple, WI, in 1981. Joe worked most of his...

Donald Harold Smith

Donald Harold Smith

Jul 6, 2024

Donald Harold Smith, 96, died peacefully on Saturday, July 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at Villa Marina Health and Rehab in Superior, WI. He was born in Oak Park, Il, the son of Harold J. and Eleanor (Anderson) Smith, on December 12, 1927.

He joined the Navy during WWII and served...

Kathleen L. Mcdonald

Kathleen L. Mcdonald

Jul 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathleen (Kathy) McDonald on July 3, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.

Kathy was born on April 11, 1947, to Raymond and Polly Ann (nee Chaffey) Hulter.  She was a resident of Superior, Wisconsin before moving to her lifelong home that...

Bruce L. Dunning

Bruce L. Dunning

Jul 2, 2024

Bruce L. Dunning, 75, passed away July 2, 2024, at home in Fort Myers, FL. He was born the son of Clarence and Ruth (Luckenbill) Dunning on March 19, 1949, in Superior, WI.

Bruce graduated from Superior Senior High School, class of 1969. After graduation, he worked for Rueben Johnson & Son. He served his country honorably...

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