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Monte R. Anderson

Monte R. Anderson

Aug 31, 2023

Monte R. Anderson, 52, of Maple, died unexpectedly Thursday, August 31, 2023, as the result of a motorcycle accident.

Monte was born in Cloquet, MN, on Sept. 10, 1970, the son of Charles and Beverly (Saaristo) Anderson. He graduated from Cloquet High School with the class of 1989.

He most recently worked for Miners Inc....

Glen C. Snyder

Glen C. Snyder

Aug 31, 2023

Glen C. Snyder, 75 of Proctor, died Thursday August 31, 2023 at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth.

Following Glen's wishes, no services will be held.

Eugene 'Gene' R. Harvey

Eugene 'Gene' R. Harvey

Aug 30, 2023

Eugene 'Gene' R. Harvey, 80, of Superior, died Wednesday August 30, 2023, at Aspen Health and Rehab.

Gene was born in Superior on June 4, 1943, the son of William and Ruby (Ernst) Harvey.

He worked as a construction laborer for many years.

Gene was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He loved...

Diana Rae Tice

Diana Rae Tice

Aug 29, 2023

Diana Rae Tice, 86, of Superior and formerly of California and Wyoming, died Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at her residence.

Diana was born in Vallejo, CA on July 25, 1937, the daughter of Raymond and Elsie (Epps) Wallace. She married Kenneth Tice on May 7, 1954, and they recently celebrated 69 years of marriage.

She...

Elizabeth T. Bratz

Elizabeth T. Bratz

Aug 29, 2023

Elizabeth T. Bratz, 75 of Poplar, WI died on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at St. Lukes Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Elizabeth was born on September 18, 1947 to Agnella (Leiby) and John Hanamann in Appleton, WI.

She married Roger Bratz October 5, 1985 in Appleton, WI.  Elizabeth was employed the majority of her life as...

Mary-Varden "Rustie" Jones

Mary-Varden "Rustie" Jones

Aug 28, 2023

Mary-Varden "Rustie" Jones age 79, died August 28, 2023, in Superior, Wisconsin.

Rustie was born December 30, 1943 in Neenah, Wisconsin to Mary-Varden (née Gallinger, Fyckes) and Robert Cole.

Rustie graduated from Central High School and earned her bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Wisconsin - Superior in 1965 and 1968, respectively.

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William 'Bill' Thibedeau

William 'Bill' Thibedeau

Aug 28, 2023

William 'Bill' Thibedeau passed away on August 28, 2023, at the age of 101.

Beloved husband of the late Eleanor for 74 years. Loving father of Timothy (Kathy) Thibedeau and Cheryl (Terry) Honeck. Proud grandfather of Nathan, Jonathan (Kristen), Brian (Dianna) Brophey, and Kelly (Vincent) Curatola. Great-grandfather of Jake, McKenzie, Casey, Dominic, Anna, Milo, Jace and Nolan...

Verlyn 'Vern' H. Moore

Verlyn 'Vern' H. Moore

Aug 27, 2023

Verlyn "Vern" Howard Moore, 94, of Superior, WI died on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.

Vern was born on December 19, 1928, to Elvira (Luhman) and Albert Moore in Dickinson, ND. He attended schools in North Dakota, Spring Brook, WI and Superior. Following graduation, he enlisted in the US...

James 'Jim' N. Chiles

James 'Jim' N. Chiles

Aug 27, 2023

James "Jim" N. Chiles, 63 of Superior, died on Sunday, August 27, 2023, in his home.

Jim was born December 9, 1959, to Gertrude and Frank Chiles in Proctor, MN.

He loved to work with his hands, making things and using his carpentry skills to help his kids on home projects.  Jim was a jack...

Shirley L. Petite

Shirley L. Petite

Aug 25, 2023

Shirley Lorene Petite, 91, longtime resident of South Range, died peacefully Friday, August 25, 2023, at home surrounded by family. She was born in Washburn, WI, on February 25, 1932. the daughter of Gertrude and Donald D. Potter.

Shirley was united in marriage to Gerald J. Petite, December 1, 1949, and they celebrated 71 years of marriage...

Beth A. Spooner

Beth A. Spooner

Aug 25, 2023

Beth A. Spooner, 65, of Duluth passed away on Friday August 25, 2023, at St. Lukes Hospital surrounded by loved ones.

Beth was born in Duluth on Feb. 2, 1958, the daughter of Donald and Lorraine Carlson. She graduated from Cloquet High School with the class of 1976.

She married Terry Spooner on Aug. 27,...

David S. Byrka

David S. Byrka

Aug 24, 2023

David Scott Byrka, 73, longtime Superior resident, passed away unexpectedly while at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN on Thursday, August 24, 2023, with his loving wife by his side. He was born in Superior on November 20, 1949, the son of Roman and Patricia (Goldfine) Byrka.

David graduated from Superior Senior High School and furthered his...

Scott Mcintyre

Scott Mcintyre

Aug 24, 2023

Scott McIntyre, 77, lifelong Superior resident died peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Benedictine Health Center in Duluth, MN. He was born in Superior on April 17, 1946, the son of John C. and Mary E. (DeMeyer) McIntyre.

He graduated from the former Cathedral High School in Superior and attended the University of...

Michael George White, Jr.

Michael George White, Jr.

Aug 24, 2023

Michael George White, Jr., 51, of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully at home on August 24, 2023 after a brief illness.

Mike was born September 24, 1971 to Michael and Corrine (Colby) White in Superior, WI. He graduated from Superior High School in 1990. Soon after graduation he began working for CP Rail for 20+ years. He...

Mary Lou Reid

Mary Lou Reid

Aug 23, 2023

Mary Lou Reid, 95, of Superior, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.

Mary Lou was born March 15, 1928 to Mary Elise (Dollahan) and James Larsen in Superior, WI.

She was employed as an operator for the phone company for many years and then with Lakehead...

Joel L. Accola

Joel L. Accola

Aug 22, 2023

Joel Laird Accola, 59, of Superior, passed away at home on August 22, 2023. He was born December 10, 1963, son of Launa (Higgins) Riedasch and James Tarro.

Joel graduated from Superior Senior High School in 1982 and from UW-Superior with a bachelor's degree in biology and art. He worked for the Wisconsin DNR and most recently,...

Jean Hotchkiss

Jean Hotchkiss

Aug 20, 2023

Jean “Lolly” Hotchkiss, 78, longtime Superior resident, died peacefully, Sunday, August 20, 2023, at her home with loving family by her side. She was born in Baraboo, WI, September 29, 1944, the daughter of Harold and Florence (DuFrense) Bolen. She graduated high school in Babbitt, MN in 1962.

Jean worked as a real estate agent and manager...

Douglas D. Pearson

Douglas D. Pearson

Aug 20, 2023

Douglas D. Pearson, 75, of Foxboro, went home Sunday, August 20, 2023, with his wife at his side, at Viewcrest Health Center, Duluth.

He was born June 7, 1948, in Superior, son of Alte and Gertrude (Burger) Pearson.

During his high school years Doug worked cutting pulp wood in Foxboro and unloading steel boats in...

Jessica Rae Shaw

Jessica Rae Shaw

Aug 20, 2023

In loving memory of Jessica Rae Shaw, who passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023. Jessica was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother who touched the lives of all who knew her.

Jessica is survived by her daughters, Hannah, Hope, and Hayley, and grandson Ja'Kari. Jessica is also survived by her devoted mother, Alfrieda Shaw, and...

Cheryl D. Wheatley

Cheryl D. Wheatley

Aug 19, 2023

Cheryl Diane Wheatley, 69, was born October 17, 1953, and left us on August 19, 2023. She was born in Superior, WI to Bob and Maryann (Peacock) Berg.

She graduated from Superior High School in 1972. She then went on to receive a typing degree from WITC in Superior.

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