Lois E. Geiger
Jan 6, 2023
Lois Elaine Geiger, of Beehive Homes of Duluth, received the call of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 6, 2023 (Epiphany) to enter into her eternal home. Her life was defined by her relationship with Christ, and she lived out her faith in her commitment to 72 years of marriage, raising three children, and serving others. Lois will always...
Ernest L. Hartshorn
Jan 6, 2023
Ernest LeRoy Hartshorn, 85 of Superior, WI joined loved ones in heaven on Friday, January 6, 2023, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, MN with his son Joseph beside him, holding his hand.
Ernie was born at home on Conners Point in Superior on February 27, 1937, to Camiel and Dorothy Hartshorn.
He...
Daniel Mark Diehl
Jan 6, 2023
Daniel Mark Diehl, 64 of Superior died on Friday, January 6, 2023.
He was born on November 15, 1958, to Viola (Johnson) and Robert Diehl in Austin, TX.
Dan was an over the road truck driver and then worked in the IT department with Tele Resources until his health failed him.
He was...
John "Jack" Notenberg
Jan 5, 2023
John “Jack” Notenberg, 80, longtime Superior resident, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Edgewood Vista in Hermantown, MN.
He was born January 20, 1942, in Superior to Rene and Goodrin (Welde) Notenberg.
Jack was a member of the Pilgrim Lutheran Church, in Superior, for many years. He was also a member of the Moose...
Nancy R. Adolphson
Jan 5, 2023
Nancy R. Adolphson, 81, of South Range, died Thursday, January 5, 2023, at her residence.
She was born October 17, 1941, in Superior, daughter of Herbert and Ivaloe (Thompson) Adolphson, the first of ten children.
Nancy's work history included clerical positions at Saratoga Liquors, Northern Liquors, and many years at Century Insurance in Billings Park....
Myrna Gail Willoughby
Jan 5, 2023
Myrna Gail Willoughby, 92, of Foxboro, passed away peacefully in the home of her son, Dan, in Columbus, Ohio on January 5th, 2023.
Myrna was born in Superior, WI on December 2, 1930, to John M. and Tillie Stewart. She grew up on the family farm just south of Superior in Boylston. Having grown up before television,...
James F. Bodin
Jan 4, 2023
James Ferguson Bodin, of Lake Elmo, MN and Wascott, WI died January 4, 2023, in Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN, at the age of 78.
Born February 17, 1944, in Duluth, MN, Jim graduated from East High School in 1962 and from the University of Minnesota Law School in 1969. He began his law practice with...
Joseph D. Jolicoeur
Jan 3, 2023
Joseph D. Jolicoeur, 78, of Superior, died Tuesday January 3, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.
Joseph was born in Duluth on November 12, 1944. He had worked as a line worker for Geno's and at various restaurants in the area.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and best...
Jeffrey William Brittan
Jan 3, 2023
Jeffrey William Brittan, 66, died on January 3, 2023, at his home.
He was born on December 13, 1957, to Lynn (Cadotte) and William Brittan in Superior, WI and attended Superior Senior High School.
Jeff was employed as a siding contractor in Rochester, MN for 10 years. Following his father's death he returned to Barnes,...
Katherine 'Kathy' L. Berry
Jan 3, 2023
Katherine 'Kathy' L. Berry, 74, of Superior died Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth.
Kathy was born on Aug. 25, 1948, in Chicago, IL the daughter of Richard Liljegren and Marie (Handeland) Liljegren-Ronchi.
She had worked for Amsoil for 26 years as a Technical Service Administrator. Kathy was an active member...
George O. Parker
Jan 3, 2023
George Owen Parker, 88, of Superior, WI, died on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, in Solvay Hospice House in Duluth. He was born on May 21, 1934, to Nina (Sletten) and Lloyd Parker in Aberdeen, SD.
George graduated from Oakes High School in 1952. He enlisted in the US Coast Guard serving during the Korean War from 1952...
Robert C. Lagesse
Jan 2, 2023
Robert C. LaGesse, 96, lifelong resident of Superior, WI died peacefully, Monday, January 2, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN with loving family by his side. He was born in Superior on July 8, 1926, the son of Leo and Edna (Noble) LaGesse. He graduated from Superior Cathedral High School and attended UW-Superior and the UW- Wisconsin....
Betty R. Bender
Jan 2, 2023
Betty R. Bender, 84, of Superior, died Monday, January 2, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospice, Duluth, MN surrounded by her family.
She was born February 8, 1938, in Los Angeles, California, daughter of Nels and Ruth (Donathon) Andrews.
In addition to her role as homemaker, Betty was a Watkins dealer for many years.
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Betty Jo "Dolly" White Shapley
Dec 31, 2022
Betty Jo "Dolly" White Shapley, 95, of Superior, died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at Superior Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Superior.
She was born December 10, 1927, in Superior, daughter of William and Josephine (Opperud) White.
Preceding her in death were her parents, and brothers, William and Robert.
Survivors include her children, Robert Steen,...
Lorraine Carol Urbaniak
Dec 30, 2022
Lorraine Carol Breitzmann Holmes Urbaniak, 90, of Superior, died Friday, December 30, 2022, at Superior Rehab Center. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on April 2, 1932, the daughter of Herbert B. and Laura (Solberg) Breitzmann.
Lorraine was a 1949 graduate of Superior Central High School. She was employed as a legal secretary and later as a...
Mark F. Dougherty
Dec 29, 2022
Mark F. Dougherty, 70, of Superior, died Thursday, December 29, 2022, at his residence with staff and loved ones by his side.
He was born May 29, 1952, in Milwaukee, WI, son of James and Delores (LaBonte) Dougherty. Mark worked many years at the Challenge Center, in Superior. He was a very sweet man with a big...
John "Jack" Glonchak
Dec 28, 2022
John “Jack” Glonchak (93), lifelong Superior resident died, December 28, 2022 at Ecumen Lakeshore, Duluth, MN.
He was born in Superior, WI on December 2, 1929, the son of Joseph and Frances (Kuchmek) Glonchak.
Jack graduated from Central School and went on to UW-Madison for certification in mechanical engineering. He went on to serve his...
Thomas Lee Despins
Dec 28, 2022
Thomas Lee Despins, 87, longtime Superior resident, passed away December 28, 2022 in Madison, WI. He was born to Leo and Cecelia (Michaeu) Despins on March 3, 1935 in Iron Mountain, MI.
Thomas graduated from Iron Mountain High School. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army; and worked as manager for Benson Optical in Superior...
Douglas E. Johnson
Dec 27, 2022
Douglas E. Johnson, 75, of South Range, died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at St. Luke's Hospice, Duluth.
He was born April 15, 1947, in Superior, son of Eugene and Jane (Arseneau) Johnson.
Douglas proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy.
Douglas E. Johnson and Judith A. Barton were married in 1994, in...
Archie Olaf Benson
Dec 26, 2022
Archie Olaf Benson, 76 of Superior died on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Essentia St. Mary's – Superior.
He was born on May 7, 1946, in Superior to Thelma (Dickman) and Archie Benson. Archie graduated from Central High School in 1964. He married Mary Ernst on April 20, 1968, in Superior.
Archie learned the cabinet...
