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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.

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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...

Larry D. Kunes

Larry D. Kunes

May 23, 2024

Larry Dean Kunes, 64 of Superior died suddenly on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in his home.

Larry was born July 1, 1959, in Superior, WI to Shirley (Paxton) and Norman Kunes.

He was employed as a laborer for the Harvest State Grain Elevators in Superior for many years until his retirement.  Larry was an avid...

Darol L. Kaufmann

Darol L. Kaufmann

May 21, 2024

Darol L. Kaufmann, 89, resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN. He was born in Marshalltown, Iowa on February 24, 1935, the son of August and Zella (Johnson) Kaufmann.

Darol graduated from Marshalltown High School in 1953 and Marshalltown Junior College in 1955. He then graduated...

Bonita 'Bonnie' S. Paulson

Bonita 'Bonnie' S. Paulson

May 21, 2024

Bonita S. Paulson, 66, of Superior, died Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in her residence.

Bonnie was born on November 13, 1957, in Superior, the daughter of Mildred (LaRock) and Elmer Eades.

She was a member of the Lac Courte Oreilles tribe in Hayward, WI. Bonnie loved her cats, enjoyed cooking, sewing, doing crossword puzzles, and...

James K. Warmington

James K. Warmington

May 20, 2024

James "Jim" K. Warmington, 87, of Superior went to meet his lord and Savior on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth.

He is survived by his significant other, best friend, and caregiver, Bonnie Lehner. He is also survived by his sons, Gary, Don, Mike (Tia), and Todd. He is also survived by his...

Albin L. Hansen

Albin L. Hansen

May 20, 2024

Albin 'Albi' Lew Hansen, 78, of Superior, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his residence.

He was born in Superior on December 18, 1945, the son of Harold E. and Edith (Koenen) Hansen. He graduated from Superior East High School with the class of 1964.

Albi met and married the love of his life Sharyn...

Tony M. Petite

Tony M. Petite

May 19, 2024

Tony M. Petite, 63, of South Range, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 19, 2024. He was born in Superior, WI on September 28, 1960, the son of Gerald and Shirley (Potter) Petite.

He graduated from Superior Senior High School in the class of 1979. After graduating, Tony had various jobs before becoming a carman for...

David W. Lavalley

David W. Lavalley

May 18, 2024

Dave LaValley, 73 passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 2:00 pm surrounded by his family.

He was born on July 24, 1950, in Superior, Wisconsin's East End at St. Francis Hospital. Dave graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of 1968.

After a tour in the US Navy, Dave returned home...

Bruce J. Herstad

Bruce J. Herstad

May 17, 2024

Bruce John Herstad, 72, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024, in his hometown of Superior, WI.

Born September 13, 1951, in Superior and raised in Solon Springs by his mother Ruth and stepfather Ray Orner, Bruce graduated high school and moved to Superior where he met his beloved wife Mary Lynn Becher.

Bruce and Mary...

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