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Susan Roberta Hudacek

Susan Roberta Hudacek

Jan 21, 2024

Susan R. Hudacek, 76 of Superior passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Sunday, January 21, 2024.

Susan was born December 30, 1947, in Superior to Hazel (Earhart) and Theodore During.

Susan married the love of her life, Joseph Hudacek July 15, 1967, in Superior, WI.

She had her master's degree in reading and...

George D. Kane

George D. Kane

Jan 19, 2024

George D. Kane, 65, lifelong resident of the Midwest, passed away on Friday, January 19th, 2024, in the comfort of his home in Oliver, WI  surrounded by his loving family. After a short battle with pancreatic cancer, George met with his maker to be reunited with his loved ones.

He was born the son of Edward and...

Margie K. Larson

Margie K. Larson

Jan 18, 2024

Margie Kay Larson, 76, Port Wing, WI, died peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Superior, WI on March 3, 1947, to John L. and Betty (Peterson) Helsing.  On April 10, 1964 she was united in marriage to Keith Larson.  They celebrated fifty-nine years of marriage before her passing....

Jerome Richard Olson

Jerome Richard Olson

Jan 13, 2024

Jerome “Jerry” R. Olson, 89, passed away unexpectantly on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at his residence in Superior, WI. Jerry was born on July 3, 1934, to Edwin and Helen Olson.

Jerry and his older brother Ronald were raised in a loving home by their mother and grandmother in a simpler time of Superior’s Birch Street area...

Vicki J. Anderson

Vicki J. Anderson

Jan 13, 2024

Vicki J. Anderson, 67, of Superior, died Saturday, January 13, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born October 25, 1956, in Superior, daughter of Marvin and Audrey (Rygg) Backlund.

On August 27, 2014, in Superior, Vicki and Rickie Anderson were united in marriage.

In addition to being a homemaker,...

Michael "Poncho" A. Velin

Michael "Poncho" A. Velin

Jan 11, 2024

Michael “Poncho” Alan Velin, 81, of Superior, passed away peacefully, Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Villa Marina Health and Rehabilitation with family by his side. He was born on April 11, 1942, to Marcus and Elsie (Ukkola) Velin. He attended Nelson Dewey and Franklin Schools and graduated from East High School in 1960 where he participated in football and...

Frank W. "Corky" Danenfelzer

Frank W. "Corky" Danenfelzer

Jan 9, 2024

Frank W. "Corky" Danenfelzer, 81, of South Range, WI, died suddenly on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at his home.

Corky was born July 20, 1942 to Frank and Agnes (Christenson) Danenfelzer in Superior.

He was an electrician with Burlington Northern Railroad for 36 years until his retirement. Corky was a member of the National Association...

Mary Esther Anderson

Mary Esther Anderson

Jan 6, 2024

Mary Esther Anderson, 99, passed away on January 6, 2024 in Superior, WI.

Mary was born on July 3, 1924 in Superior, daughter of Michael L Sitek and Anna Kulas (Sitek).

Mary graduated from Cathedral High School and Bartley Business School and worked various clerical positions in Superior, retiring...

Sharon L. Sivertsen-Modrijan

Sharon L. Sivertsen-Modrijan

Jan 6, 2024

Sharon Sivertsen-Modrijan, 75, formerly of Superior, Chippewa Falls, and Weyerhaeuser, WI, died on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at M Fairview Ridges Hospital in Eagan, MN.

Sharon was born in Superior on May 15, 1948, the daughter of Edwin and Arlene 'Pat' (Kirkpatrick) Johnson.

She earned her RN degree and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from...

Gregory 'Jaws' P. Austreng

Gregory 'Jaws' P. Austreng

Jan 3, 2024

Gregory 'Jaws' P. Austreng, 69, lifelong resident of Superior, died Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Regency Hospital in Golden Valley, MN.

Greg was born in Superior on March 17, 1954, the son of George and Eleanor (Tempelis) Austreng.

He graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1972 where he played for 3 straight...

Katherine T. Schulz

Katherine T. Schulz

Jan 2, 2024

Katherine Teresa Schulz, 91, lifelong resident of Superior, WI, died peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, with family by her side. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed. Her intelligence, creativity, strength, and quiet humor were admired by all who knew her.

Katherine was born in Superior on December...

Doris L. Kelleher

Doris L. Kelleher

Jan 1, 2024

Doris L. Kelleher, 87, of Superior, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, January 1, 2024, at Twin Ports Health Services, Superior.

She was born May 3, 1936, in Superior, daughter of Edward and Evelyn (Nordstrom) Osen.

On May 4, 1957, in Superior, Doris L. Osen and Gene J. Kelleher...

Ernest R. Pellman

Ernest R. Pellman

Dec 29, 2023

Ernest Robert “Ernie” Pellman, 94, lifelong Maple, WI resident, died peacefully with family by his side, Friday, December 29, 2023, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN following a brief illness.

He was born in Maple, WI on November 14, 1929, the son of John and Verna (Haukkala) Pellman.

Ernest attended Maple Corner...

Michael Schmitt

Michael Schmitt

Dec 29, 2023

Michael Schmitt, 61, resident of Superior, WI, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN, after a long and courageous battle with kidney failure.

Michael was born in Del Mar, CA on December 3, 1962, the son of Gerald and Judith (McFarlin) Schmitt.

He served in the United States...

Clifford Duane Vieau

Clifford Duane Vieau

Dec 25, 2023

Cliff Vieau died peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2023 with family by his side. He was a loving partner, dad, papa and friend and will be dearly missed.

He was born in Duluth, MN on March 10, 1959. Cliff loved fishing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends.

Cliff and his partner- who he...

Glen A. Carlson

Glen A. Carlson

Dec 25, 2023

Glen A. Carlson, 71, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 25, 2023, in his home. He was born on June 20, 1952, the son of William and Hazel Carlson.

He worked for the BNSF Railroad in Superior as a mechanic for many years until his retirement.

Glen was someone who was...

Michael John Berg

Michael John Berg

Dec 25, 2023

Michael John Berg, 28, Duluth, MN, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023. He was born the son of Tina Kmecik and James Berg on November 28, 1995 in Monticello, MN.

Michael was employed by Titanium Partners, as well as Town and Country Garages. He was a hard worker and loved fixing things. He got excited by...

Sharon C. Miller

Sharon C. Miller

Dec 25, 2023

Sharon C. Miller, 54, of Superior, died Monday, December 25, 2023, at Essentia Health – St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.

Sharon was born in Duluth on May 5, 1969, the daughter of Sharon Botten and Barry Fischler.

Sharon was always fascinated by broadcasting and dreamed of being a radio DJ as a little girl....

Mindy R. Solem

Mindy R. Solem

Dec 23, 2023

Mindy Rae Solem, 46, resident of Duluth, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 23, 2023, in her home. She was born in Sisseton, South Dakota on November 22, 1977.

Mindy is survived by her mother, Donna (Wertman) Blazer; two daughters Sierra and Carly; three grandchildren; brothers Matthew, Joshua, and Jeremy; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins...

Kristie G. Pukema

Kristie G. Pukema

Dec 23, 2023

Kristie Gay (Nelson) Pukema died on December 23, 2023. She succumbed to the effects of Kartagener’s Syndrome, an inherited lung disease which took both her and her sister Karen (Nelson) Amundson.

She graduated from Barron High School in 1967.

She was 74 years old and was married to Richard Pukema for over 50 years. Her...

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