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Marie Y. Anderson

Marie Y. Anderson

Feb 8, 2024

Marie Y. Anderson, 79 of Superior, WI died on Thursday, February 8, 2024, in her home.

Marie was born January 26, 1945, in Superior to Fern (Gedde) and Arvid Anderson.

She was employed at the Challenge Center for many years.  In her earlier years, Marie was one of the first Special Olympics participants in the...

Nichole M. Phillips

Nichole M. Phillips

Feb 8, 2024

Nichole M. Phillips, 43, of Superior, WI, passed away on February 8, 2024, at her residence.

Nichole was born in Duluth, MN, on October 4, 1980, the daughter of Jodi Johnson and Wayne Askelson.

Nichole was so full of life and loved to make people laugh. She was always ready for a new adventure. Nichole...

Howard "Howie" E. Mackey

Howard "Howie" E. Mackey

Feb 6, 2024

Howard E. “Howie” Mackey, 78, longtime resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, with his loving wife by his side. He courageously fought and beat cancer three times before dementia took over.

Howie was born on February 3, 1946, in Moose Lake, MN, the son of Howard F. and Martha V. (Zasoski) Mackey....

John Vincent Michels

John Vincent Michels

Feb 5, 2024

John V. Michels, 71, of Superior, WI, and formerly of Eau Claire, WI, passed away on February 5, 2024, at Essentia St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth, MN.

John was born in Eau Claire on November 22, 1952, the son of Charles and Lorraine (Carey) Michels. He graduated from Eau Claire North High School with the class of...

Joyce Ann Dembroski

Joyce Ann Dembroski

Feb 4, 2024

Joyce Ann Dembroski, 79, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on February 4, 2024.

She was born May 7, 1944 in Superior to Arthur and Lila (Niemi) Soyring. Joyce was a lifelong resident of Superior, WI. She graduated from East High School and later became an LPN. She worked...

Lydia M. Miller

Lydia M. Miller

Jan 30, 2024

Lydia Martha Miller (Wagner) of Superior, WI passed away on January 30, 2024. Lydia was born on January 12, 1950, in Park Falls, WI.

Lydia is survived by her loving husband, partner, and best friend of 56 years, William "Bill" Miller III, two daughters: Michele Radvansky of Tempe AZ and Melissa (Peanie) Miller of Superior WI, four...

Stephen Joseph Glonchak

Stephen Joseph Glonchak

Jan 29, 2024

Stephen Joseph Glonchak, 78, Lake Nebagamon, WI, died on Monday, January 29, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 17, 1945, in Superior, WI to Joseph and Frances (Kuchmek) Glonchak.

He graduated from Superior Cathedral High School in 1964. On October 7, 1967,...

Roselyn K. Samuelson

Roselyn K. Samuelson

Jan 29, 2024

Roselyn K. Samuelson, 60, lifelong resident of Superior, WI, died on Monday, January 29, 2024, in her home.

Roselyn was born on January 7, 1964, the daughter of Roger 'Cab' and Audrey (Harnois) Samuelson.

She graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of 1982. She went on to earn her Bachelors degree in...

Rosanne Sylvia Perala

Rosanne Sylvia Perala

Jan 26, 2024

Rosanne Perala, 87, passed away at Villa Marina Health and Rehabilitation Center in Superior, WI on January 26, 2024. She was born in Detroit in 1936 to Kenneth and Sylvia (Mortti) Cline.

Rosie graduated from John A. Doelle Agricultural School in Tapiola, MI. She married Russell Perala, Sr. on December 4, 1954. They celebrated 56 years of...

Judith M. Tabelle

Judith M. Tabelle

Jan 25, 2024

Judith Mae TaBelle, 85, of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Twin Ports Health and Rehabilitation Center in Superior, WI.

She was born in Ashland, WI on May 18, 1938, the daughter of John Moran and Pearl (Williams) DeGiacinto.

She graduated from Columbia High School in Iron River, WI, in...

Connie A. Van Driessche

Connie A. Van Driessche

Jan 25, 2024

Connie A. Van Driessche, 74, lifelong area resident, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s in Duluth, MN after a brief illness. She was born in Superior, WI on February 17, 1949, the daughter of Bangt and Mary (Neve) Larson.

She graduated from Cathedral High School in 1967. She grew up in...

Alfred 'Al' F. Stolzman

Alfred 'Al' F. Stolzman

Jan 25, 2024

Alfred 'Al' F. Stolzman, 84, of South Range, died Thursday, January 25, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.

Al was born in Cleveland, WI on February 26, 1939, the son of Alfred H. and Alma (Schuette) Stolzman. He married Diane Breezee on May 29, 1963, and they celebrated 60 years of marriage.

Al served...

Suzanne "Sue" Louise Brittan

Suzanne "Sue" Louise Brittan

Jan 24, 2024

Suzanne L. Brittan, 54, of Superior, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at her residence.

She was born July 29, 1969, in Superior, daughter of Tommie and Pamela (McGraw) Brittan.

Preceding her in death were her father, Tommie; stepfather, Fred; grandparents, Bryce and Vickie Brittan, and Ralph and Jeannette McGraw.

Survivors include her sons,...

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...

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