Obituaries

Feb 5, 2026

Michael "Mike" L. Kelly, age 71, of Herbster, WI, and formerly of Superior, died Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Aspirus St. Lukes Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Mike was born July 9, 1954, in St. Paul, MN, and was adopted by Marcella (Buytaert) and Robert Kelly. Mike was a 1972 graduate of Superior Senior High School and continued...

Feb 4, 2026

Jason Carl Bennett, 50, of Superior, passed away at Essentia Health in Superior, WI on February 4, 2026.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved the Minnesota Vikings, and Harley Davidson.  He was employed as an over the road truck driver for Jeff Foster Trucking and Halvor Truck Lines.

He is preceded in death by...

Feb 3, 2026

James "Jim" M. Plunkett, 67, of Superior, died Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his residence.

Jim was born in Superior on June 21, 1958, the son of F. Rolland and Joan (Malmquist) Plunkett. While growing up he spent summers on his uncle's farm and played basketball for Superior High School graduating with the class of 1977.

Feb 3, 2026

Judith "Judy" M. (Larson) Schustedt passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 in Fond du Lac, WI with her family by her side.

Judy was born February 11, 1940 to August and Lila (Peterson) Larson in Superior, Wisconsin.

She went to school in a rural one-room schoolhouse, and later graduated from Central High School in...

Feb 3, 2026

Yvonne J. Becker 83, passed away on Tuesday February 3, 2026, at Twin Ports Health Care in Superior.

Yvonne was born May 5, 1942 in St. Paul, Mn, to Geraldine (Hunt) and Lyle Arends. She married Walter Lunzman in 1966 and remained married until his death in 1990. She then married Ernie Becker in 1993 and remained...

Feb 2, 2026

James "Jim" D. Cameron, 86, passed away on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center.

Jim was born July 23, 1939, to Margaret (Giles) and Asa Cameron in Eveleth, MN.  He graduated from high school and enlisted in the Marine Corps, serving from 1957- 1960.  Jim married Gayle Miller and they were blessed with...

Feb 2, 2026

Carlene Ann Kavajecz lived her life with generosity, selflessness, and style. Her 86 years were centered around caring for others: family members, friends, and patients.

She was born on July 11, 1939, to Carl and Martha Haarstad in Duluth, Minnesota. She attended South Shore High School in Port Wing, WI, and later graduated from Columbia College of Nursing in Milwaukee, WI.

Carlene...

Feb 1, 2026

A glowing and generous spirit, an extremely bright light left us for her peaceful rest on Sunday, February 1, 2026 after a lengthy illness.

Lora was born on January 16, 1973, to Carolyn and Gerald Anderson.

Lora attended Superior Sr. High School, then UWS for a time. Lora worked for 'Bob's Chop Suey House' for...

Jan 31, 2026

Lila Caroline Proffit, 102, daughter of the late Leon and Elizabeth (Fenske) Peltzer, born April 20, 1923, in Broken Bow, Nebraska, passed away peacefully, Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Middle River Health & Rehab., South Range, Wisconsin.

Lila had a twin sister, Lela, and they were the youngest of 9 siblings. The family lived on a farm...

Jan 30, 2026

Tamara "Tammy" L. Leinweber, 65, died Friday, January 30, 2026, at her residence.

Tammy was born in Superior on October 23, 1960, the daughter of Herbert and Luella (Moen) Day.

Tammy was an avid Green Bay Packer fan, enjoyed playing cards and crafting. Most important to her was her family and she loved spending time...

Jan 29, 2026

Charles J. Evans, 66, died Thursday January 29, 2026 at Aspirus St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.

Charles was born May 27, 1959 to Betty (Brown) and Charles G. Evans in Superior, WI.

He graduated from High School and was employed as a Deputy for the Douglas County Sheriff office and then at St. Mary's Hospital...

Jan 29, 2026

Jacqueline "Jackie" A. Smith, 64, died on Thursday, January 29, 2026, in her home.

Jackie was born July 26, 1961, to Florence (Brown) and George Hansen in Superior, WI.

She married Bernard Smith, Jr. on April 19, 1986.  Jackie was employed for many years as a clerk at Lake Superior Laundry and Dry Cleaning for...

Jan 28, 2026

Marty L. Heino, 67, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Essentia St. Mary's Hospital in Superior, WI

Marty was born on December 15, 1958 to Ruth (Mackie) and Martin Heino in Superior, WI.

He was a certified welder and a master mechanic and worked with Don McKenzie, he also worked as a bartender...

Jan 28, 2026

June Marie Roeben, 87, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Villa Marina Health and Rehab in Superior.

June was born on November 7, 1938, to Mary (Winek) and Maurice Sheasby. She married John "Jack" Ennis on February 25, 1957, and together they had four children. June later married Eugene Roeben on May 4, 1968, and...

Jan 27, 2026

Jeffrey George Winter, 44, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at his home in Superior WI, surrounded by his wife and children, after a short battle with Metastatic Melanoma. He was the deeply beloved husband of Jennifer Winter, and together they shared 10 beautiful years, 7 of those married.

Born in Superior, Jeff was the son...

Jan 24, 2026

Kathleen Jo Katzmarek, 68, of Superior, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at Essentia Health in Duluth, MN.

She was born in Superior, WI on June 18, 1957, the daughter of Melvin J. Lindberg and Joanne Stone (Graef).

Kathy graduated from Superior High School in 1975. In 1977, she began her barber apprenticeship and was a...

Jan 24, 2026

Mary Ellen Erickson, 78, passed away peacefully with her family by her side following a long battle with cancer on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, MN.

Mary was born on February 25, 1947, in Rice Lake, WI, to Lorraine (Thorson) and Darrell Patraw. She married Dwaine "Oulu" Erickson on December...

Jan 21, 2026

William C. "Bill" Nelson, 73, of Superior, passed away with his family by his side due to complications of a stroke on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.

Bill was born in Mannheim, Germany to Elfriede (Berlejung) and William B. Nelson on September 20, 1952.

He attended Superior Senior...

Jan 20, 2026

Gloriann Barton, 92, of Superior, passed away peacefully on January 20,2026.

She was born in Superior and graduated from Superior Central High School.

Gloriann lived in Lake Havasu City, AZ for 25 years, before returning to Superior. She was a member of the Color Guard for the VFW and enjoyed being a part of the parades. She was a daycare provider for...

Jan 20, 2026

Ronald E. Salo, 77, of Superior died unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Ronald was born January 25, 1948, the son of Eino Salo and Dorothy Mae (Salo) Talley in Superior. He served his country in the United States Army in Bamberg, Germany. He also sailed the Great Lakes with the Kinsman Marine Transit Company. He was...