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Michael G. Kiwus

Michael G. Kiwus

Mar 14, 2024

Michael G. Kiwus, 65, resident of Rochester, New York, passed away on March 14, 2024, in his home. He was born in Virginia, MN on June 11, 1958, the son of Gerard “Jay” and Ruby (Peterson) Kiwus.

Michael was a former longtime resident of Mountain Iron, MN. It was there he graduated from Mountain Iron High School,...

Robert W. Krueger

Robert W. Krueger

Mar 11, 2024

Robert (Bob) Krueger was born in Appleton, WI in July of 1946 to Wilmer and Vera (Bellin) Krueger.

He graduated from Fox Valley Lutheran in 1964 and joined the US Marine Corp, discharged in 1966. He then married Barbara Buxton (deceased) and had a son, Brian.

Along with his passion for the GREEN BAY PACKERS,...

Ronald J. Moyer

Ronald J. Moyer

Mar 11, 2024

Ronald J. Moyer, 88 of Trego, WI, died Monday March 11, 2024, in his home with family by his side.

Ron was born November 7, 1935, to Viola (Bing) and Clarence Moyer in Bass Lake, WI.

He was a US Navy veteran working as a turbine and engine operator. Following his service, he was employed...

Alexander P. Grymala

Alexander P. Grymala

Mar 8, 2024

Alex P. “Axel” Grymala was a larger-than-life character for more than 80 years throughout Douglas County. Alex closed his eyes for the last time on March 8, 2024, after a brief illness. He was comforted by many friends and family members during his last few hours. Alex was born in Superior to Ila (Maki) Grymala and Alex “Ole” Grymala...

Paula M. Hughes

Paula M. Hughes

Mar 8, 2024

Paula Marie (Wysocki) Hughes of Superior, WI passed away on March 8, 2024, at her winter home in Alamo, TX. She was born on January 25, 1955.

Paula is survived by her loving husband, partner and best friend of 49 years, Charles Hughes; two daughters: Sherri and Jennifer; three grandsons: Corey (Brittany), Kyle and Trent Spindler; two...

Mark D. Hasselblad

Mark D. Hasselblad

Mar 7, 2024

Mark D. Hasselblad, 70, of Superior, died Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth.

He was born on November 20, 1953, in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Eugene and Rita (Lange) Hasselblad.

His work history centered around furniture upholstering. He learned his craft working in some of the large factories down south,...

Judith Ross

Judith Ross

Mar 6, 2024

Judith Ross, 82, resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Villa Marina Nursing Home in Superior. She was born on April 25, 1941, the daughter of Charles and Angeline (Grandmont) Deneweth.

On August 10, 1963, Judy married William “Bill” Ross. They celebrated fifty-eight wonderful years together, before his passing in 2021.

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David R. Thompson

David R. Thompson

Mar 6, 2024

David R. Thompson, 62 of Superior died Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in his home.

David was born February 20, 1962, to Marie (Nelson) and Nels Thompson in Superior.

He was employed first with Jeno's Foods and was a welder for Moline Manufacturing for many years and currently working with the Bachand Group as a property...

Patrick 'Pat' D. Walsh

Patrick 'Pat' D. Walsh

Mar 6, 2024

Patrick "Pat" D. Walsh, 77 of Superior died Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at his residence.

Pat was born in Superior on Dec. 29, 1946, the son of Donald V. and Patricia L. (Gibson) Walsh.  He graduated from Superior Central High School with the class of 1965 and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from...

Nelda L. Jardine

Nelda L. Jardine

Mar 5, 2024

Nelda Lou Jardine, 89, a Superior resident, passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 5, 2024 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN. She was born on November 29, 1934 in Rockwell City, IA, the daughter of Lynn and Ada (Lee) Jarvis.

She was an active member of Lynch Immanuel Lutheran Church when living...

Delton E. Bergsgaard

Delton E. Bergsgaard

Mar 5, 2024

Delton ‘Del’ Eugene Bergsgaard, 94, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, at New Perspectives Senior Living in Superior, WI with family by his side.

Del was born August 27, 1929, on the family farm near Maddock, ND to Alph and Agnetha Bergsgaard. He grew up there with siblings Kenneth, Marlo, and Karen. Del attended the one...

Steven T. Shacter

Steven T. Shacter

Mar 4, 2024

Steven Todd Shacter, 47, died in Superior, WI on March 4, 2024. He was born the son of Ronald and Barbara Edelstein Shacter on June 10, 1976 in Minneapolis, MN.

Steven graduated from Armstrong High School in 1995. He went on to earn a degree from Dunwoody College of Technology and worked as a master...

Patricia Ann Archambault

Patricia Ann Archambault

Mar 4, 2024

Patricia Ann (Pat) Archambault passed away March 4, 2024 at Divine Rehabilitation Center in Superior. Pat was born on October 27, 1940 in Superior and was a life-long resident.

Pat was a proud member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church. She enjoyed working in her yard creating a calm and beautiful space.

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Lamont B. Ruppert

Lamont B. Ruppert

Mar 3, 2024

LaMont “Mont” Bert Ruppert, 75, of South Range, WI, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes in his home on Sunday, March 3, 2024. He was born November 28, 1948, in Washurn, WI to Elmer and Pearl Ruppert and grew up in Bayfield, WI.

His special interests were sports, especially baseball and football. His niece and nephew, Rhonda...

Esther C. Nolan

Esther C. Nolan

Mar 1, 2024

Just short of her 89th birthday, Esther Christine (Amys) Nolan left this earth on March 1, 2024. Born on March 21, 1935, to Peter Sr. and Esther (Peterson) Amys, she was among a family of nine daughters and two sons.

She was adored by her sisters and brothers, and was preceded in death by both parents, her...

David B. Almsted

David B. Almsted

Mar 1, 2024

David Bertil Almsted, 74, lifelong area resident, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior, WI. He was born in Ashland, WI on October 17, 1949, the son of Bertil and Emily (Hegbloom) Almsted.

He graduated from South Shore High School in Port Wing, WI, and then attended vocational school, receiving...

Frances V. Ruks

Frances V. Ruks

Mar 1, 2024

Frances Viola Ruks, 79, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 1, 2024, in her home with her loving husband by her side. She was born in Superior on September 30, 1944, the daughter of Frank and Viola (Punmala) Coaty.

She graduated from the former East High School, in Superior, the class of 1962....

Rose M. Degraef

Rose M. Degraef

Feb 29, 2024

Rose Marie DeGraef, 92, of Iron River, WI, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.

She was born on July 28, 1931, to Charles and Bessie (Kotera) Rampier at their home in South Range. She married Donald Tullberg and together they raised six children until his passing in...

Darryl E. Kortesma

Darryl E. Kortesma

Feb 28, 2024

It is with sadness that the family of Darryl Kortesma, age 82, announce his peaceful passing on February 28, 2024, in Waukesha, Wisconsin. He is survived by his loving wife of 61years, Karen, his devoted daughters Shelly, Joy, Anita, Suzann, and 6 wonderful grandchildren.

Born in 1941 to Eino and Audina Kortesma, Darryl grew up in the Iron River Wisconsin area...

Richard 'Dick' T. Melcher

Richard 'Dick' T. Melcher

Feb 28, 2024

Richard 'Dick' T. Melcher, 77, lifelong resident of Superior, died Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by his family.

Richard was born in Superior on Feb. 22, 1947, the son of Melvin 'Dick' and Lillian (Nelson) Melcher. He graduated from Superior Central High School with the class of 1965.

Dick married Anne...

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