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Heath R. Hanssen
Sep 8, 2023
Heath R. Hanssen, 46, a new resident of Brule, WI, died peacefully Friday, September 8, 2023, at home with his devoted wife by his side. He was born in Dubuque, IA, on October 10, 1976.
He graduated from the former Central High School in Duluth, MN, and worked at HOM Furniture for twenty-four years.
Heath...
Bonita "Bonnie" Sue Harvey
Sep 8, 2023
Bonita “Bonnie” Sue Harvey, 82, of Lake Nebagamon, WI peacefully passed away at home on Friday, September 8th, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Bonnie was born on April 19th, 1941, to Lois and Leonard Engstrom. Her mother Lois remarried Harold Becker in 1961. Harold had a considerable influence on Bonnie’s life and her upbringing. Bonnie grew...
Victoria L. Little
Sep 8, 2023
Victoria L. Little, 70, of Superior, died Friday, September 8, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.
Victoria was born on April 11, 1953, in Sacramento, CA to Inez (Mitchell) and Hank Roland.
She worked as a CNA in home health care. She enjoyed watching western shows.
She was preceded in death by...
Janet Kay Ledin
Sep 7, 2023
Janet Kay Ledin, 70, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 7, 2023. A lifelong resident of Superior, she was born on August 17, 1953, the daughter of Arthur and Joan (Bleyenberg) Dhooge.
She was a graduate of Superior Senior High School, class of 1971, and went on to further her education earning her associate degree in marketing...
Charlene A. O'Brien
Sep 5, 2023
Charlene A. O’Brien, 92, embraced in the loving arms of her family, was accompanied by angels to her heavenly home on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. She was born in Superior, August 20, 1931, to Charles and Fannie (Daly) Heirman.
Named for her father, Charlene was the fourth daughter of the “Heirman Girls”. Not only sisters but best...
Donna C. Sorenson
Sep 5, 2023
Donna C. Sorenson, 89, longtime resident of South Range, WI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior. She was born in Chicago, IL on February 1, 1934, grew up in Hegewisch, IL and had been a South Range resident since 1952.
She attended Henry...
Steward C. Raygor
Sep 5, 2023
Steward Clifford Raygor, 78, of Superior passed away on September 5, 2023, after a short, hard fought battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Stew was born on December 9, 1944, in Superior, Wisconsin. He graduated from Superior Central High School in 1963, then joined the Navy where he served on the USS Oklahoma City. Stew was a proud Veteran...
Bruce L. Kronlund
Sep 4, 2023
Bruce Lee Kronlund, 85, of Superior, WI, died peacefully on September 4, 2023, at Viewcrest Health Center in Duluth, MN.
Born May 31, 1938, in Superior to Orval and Elsie (Medjo) Kronlund, Bruce graduated from Central High School and from Superior State University (UWS) with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Biology. He joined...
Roger R. Anderson
Sep 2, 2023
Roger Anderson (74) of Superior, WI passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at St Luke’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN. He was born on June 3, 1949 to Ralph and Berniece Anderson in Superior, WI.
Roger graduated from Superior Senior High School and received a Business degree from UW-Superior. Following graduation, he briefly resided in Minneapolis,...
Kenneth C. Walker
Sep 1, 2023
Kenneth C. Walker, 78, of Superior, WI passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023, surrounded by his family and loving wife Liza Walker of 30 years. Ken was born on July 4, 1945 at Fairview Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. He was one of two children of Wilton C. Walker and Thelma L. Walker.
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Richard R. Peterson
Aug 31, 2023
Richard R. Peterson, 76, lifelong resident of Bennett, WI passed away peacefully and comfortably at home surrounded by family on Thursday, August 31, 2023, after a long 20 + year battle fighting Parkinson’s.
He was born in Superior on February 14, 1947, the son of John and Ingrid (Abrahamson) Peterson.
Richard was united in marriage...
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
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
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
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
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
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.
...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
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
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...
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