Kenneth H. Raihala
Jun 1, 2026
Kenneth H. Raihala, age 92, of Superior, passed away Monday June 1, 2026, at the Solvay Hospice House in Duluth.
Kenn was born August 17, 1933, in Superior to Selina (Chisholm) and John Raihala. He served in the United States Army from 1953 until 1955 reaching the rank of corporal with the 8th Calvary Regiment as a infantry rifleman and bandsman...
James W. Rogers
May 30, 2026
James W. Rogers, 93, of Duluth, passed away on May 30, 2026, at Villa Marina in Superior, with his family by his side.
Jim was born in Duluth, Minnesota, on July 14, 1932, the only child of Gabriel and Clara (Khalar) Rogers. He graduated from Denfeld High School in 1950 and married the love of his life, Catherine (Kay) Kelly in...
Dennis D. Martineau
May 30, 2026
Dennis D. Martineau, 72, of Superior, WI., passed away on May 30, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones after courageously facing leukemia.
Dennis worked for Burlington Northern Santa Fe, retiring as a Fire/Safety Warden. He was especially proud of the safety record achieved at the Allouez Taconite facility alongside the taconite crew. Dennis loved coaching little league baseball and coached...
Richard M. "Dick" Caffrey
May 29, 2026
Richard M. “Dick” Caffrey, age 83, of South Range, passed away on Friday May 29, 2026, in Aspirus St. Lukes Hospital, Duluth.
Dick was born November 30, 1942, in Superior to Dorothy (Sorensen) and William T. Caffrey.
He was a jet engine mechanic in the United States Air Force. Dick was very involved with various veterans’ groups.
He is preceded in death by...
Carolyn J. (Carpenter) Damyanovich
May 29, 2026
Carolyn Jean (Carpenter) Damyanovich, 84, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Carolyn was born on November 14, 1941, in Hibbing, Minnesota, to Esther and Verl Carpenter. She attended Hibbing High School and on June 1, 1963, she married the love of her life, David Damyanovich.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Esther and Verl...
Sharon L. Stringer
May 28, 2026
Sharon L. Stringer, age 87, passed away Thursday May 28, 2026, in Villa Marina Health and Rehab.
Sharon was born on November 19, 1938 to Aleda M. (Swanson) and Edward F. Fisher in Superior. She enjoyed any activity that was outdoors, especially golfing, skiing, biking, hiking and gardening. She loved her pets and had a big heart for all animals. She...
Timothy J. Sandor
May 27, 2026
Timothy J. Sandor, 77, of Superior, died Wednesday May 27, 2026, at his residence surrounded by family.
Tim was born in Ashland, WI on May 14, 1949, the son of Anthony and Theresa (Misuraco) Sandor. He graduated from DePadua High School in Ashland and went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in molecular biology from UW-Eau Claire.
Tim married Adeline Kolberg after...
John C. "Jack" Patnode
May 26, 2026
John C. “Jack” Patnode, age 87, passed away Tuesday May 26th in his residence.
Jack was born May 4, 1939, in Superior to Marion (Kosek) and Captain Clifford G. Patnode. He attended school in Superior and graduated from Cathedral High School in 1957. Jack enlisted in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in May of 1960. After returning from...
Jessica J. Greely
May 26, 2026
Jessica J. Greely, 45, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in her home.
Jessica was born January 15, 1981, to Jeanne (Mikrot) and John Greely in Superior, WI.
She was employed as a clerk in the hospitality business until her health declined. Jessica enjoyed collecting rocks as a hobby and she loved animals. She looked forward to spending time with her...
Randy L. Bjonskaas
May 25, 2026
Randy L. Bjonskaas, 73, of Davenport, FL passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, from a 5-month battle with AML Leukemia.
Randy was born on April 10, 1953, and raised in West Duluth, the son of Orlando and Thelma (Covell) Bjonskaas. He graduated from Duluth Denfeld High School with the class of 1971.
He worked for 25 years in liquor sales before...
Josephine Hawley
May 24, 2026
Josephine “Jo” T. Hawley, 97, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior, WI.
Josephine was born January 28, 1929, to Mary (Janoski) and Francis Cieslicki in Superior, WI.
She graduated from Superior East High School in 1948. Jo married Arlington Hawley on February28, 1949 in Superior.
She was a member of the St. Anthony Catholic Church, the...
Shirley A. Sickler
May 23, 2026
Shirley A. Sickler, age 90, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior, WI.
Shirley was born January 1, 1936, to Viola (LeRoux) and Matthew McKay in Thief River Falls, MN.
She worked as a bookkeeper at Twin Ports Grocery/Gateway Foods, Indianhead Credit Union, and Holy Assumption Catholic Church. Shirley was a longtime member of Holy Assumption....
Richard "Rick" F. Van Overmeiren
May 22, 2026
Richard “Rick” F. Van Overmeiren, 74, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN.
Rick was born on November 8, 1951, in Superior, WI, to Beverly (Flesvig) and Peter Van Overmeiren.
He married Laura Remington on August 6, 1977, at Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior. Rick was a U.S. Navy veteran and proud member of...
John O. "Johnny Otto" Larson
May 21, 2026
John O. “Johnny Otto” Larson, age 76, of Superior, passed away on Thursday May 21, 2026, in Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital, Duluth.
John was born on September 1, 1949, the son of Margaret (Schwentkofske) and Leo Larson in Superior. He would graduate from Cathedral High School with the class of 1967 and would continue his education from the University of Wisconsin...
Barbara A. Bronson
May 20, 2026
Celebrating the life of Barbara Ann Bronson, a woman defined by faith, family and friendships, passed away peacefully, after a 12-year battle with Parkinson’s disease, leaving behind a legacy of love on May 20, 2026.
Born on November 19, 1938, in Dearborn, Michigan, she was the cherished daughter of Alexander and Caroline (Kontrim) Sagal.
Mom’s journey took her to superior, Wisconsin, where...
Esther S. Schaefer
May 19, 2026
Esther S. Schaefer, 98, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Aspirus St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth.
Esther was born May 14, 1928, in Sandstone, MN to Flossie (Eccels) and Albert Sears.
She was the longtime owner/operator of the East End Café along with her husband, Everett. Esther loved working, visiting with customers, and giving them a hard time. She was a...
Vernon G. Bachand
May 18, 2026
Vernon Bachand, age 93, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a lifetime of hard work, dedication, and love for his family. Born on September 28, 1932, Vernon was the son of Vernon and Vera (Forest) Bachand and carried forward the strong values of family, perseverance, and craftsmanship throughout his life.
Vernon was a proud member of the military and the local Boiler...
George W. Skandel
May 18, 2026
George William “Bronc” Skandel, age 74, of Superior, passed away at the Solvay Hospice House in Duluth on Monday May 18, 2026, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
George was born February 22, 1952, in Superior, WI, to Mary (Linski) and Stanley Skandel. He graduated from Superior Senior High School in 1970. George married the former Kathryn Peterson on July...
Andrea "Getta" Marie Gucinski
May 15, 2026
Andrea “Getta” Marie Gucinski, 64, of Superior died unexpectedly on Friday May 15, 2026, at Essentia-St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth.
Getta was born in San Bernardino, California on November 22, 1961, the daughter of James and Charlene (Ziegler) Stariha.
She graduated from Superior Senior High School class of 1979 and went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from the...
Sharon A. Trianoski
May 14, 2026
Sharon A. Trianoski, 75, of Iron River, died Thursday May 14, 2026, at Essentia-St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth.
Sharon was born in Superior on June 27, 1950, the daughter of Dale and Madelyn (Petron) Vreeland. She graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of 1968.
She married Thomas Trianoski on August 21, 1971, and they celebrated 54 years of marriage.
She...
