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Carl 'Uncle C' Ludvig Winek

Carl 'Uncle C' Ludvig Winek

Feb 10, 2022

Carl 'Uncle C' Ludvig Winek, 87, of Superior, died Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth.

Carl was born to Stanley and Emily Wnek on November 9, 1934, in Superior. Carl later changed his name to Winek.

He married Avis Anderson on June 9, 1956, and they celebrated 61 years of marriage...

Timothy Roy Miner

Timothy Roy Miner

Feb 9, 2022

Timothy Roy Miner, died Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.

Timothy was born on April 11, 1967, the son of Norman and Gloria (Coone) Miner.

Tim loved his family and friends, music, playing guitar, poker, croquet, canoeing, fishing, Packers and Brewers, and working on his property.

He...

Ronald Eugene Allen

Ronald Eugene Allen

Feb 8, 2022

Ronald Eugene Allen, 81, a lifelong resident of Superior, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022, after a long battle with cancer, COPD, and other health issues.

Ron is preceded in death by parents Charles and Alice (Berg) Allen, his son Greg, Grandparents Emanuel (Monte) and Alice (Weber) Allen, niece Vanessa Allen, sister-in-law, Diane (Gokey) Allen, brother-in-law, Stephen...

Carolyn Arlene Reynolds

Carolyn Arlene Reynolds

Feb 6, 2022

Carolyn Arlene Reynolds, 80, of Superior, died Sunday February 6, 2022, at Aspen Health Care & Rehabilitation Center, near Superior.

She was born October 7, 1941, in Superior, daughter of Violet (Fagerlin) Liljegren and Carl Liljegren.

Her work in education began near the twin cities and she completed most of her 35-year career in Duluth,...

Jeffrey Leon Covill

Jeffrey Leon Covill

Feb 6, 2022

Jeffrey Leon Covill, 56, of Superior, died Sunday, February 6, 2022, at Twin Ports Health Services after a nine-year battle with cancer.

Jeff was born in Las Vegas, NV on January 5, 1966, the son of Stephen Covill, Sr. and Kay Reid.

He graduated from Superior Senior High School. He worked at DVR doing janitorial...

Timothy 'Tim' J. Bergstrom

Timothy 'Tim' J. Bergstrom

Feb 6, 2022

Timothy 'Tim' Joseph Bergstrom, 77, of Superior, died Sunday, February 6, 2022, at Essentia Health – St. Mary's Medical Center, Duluth.

Tim was born in Superior on December 23, 1944, the son of Luther and Alphild (Klang) Bergstrom.

He served his county with the U.S. Army from 1966-68 and was honorably discharged.

Tim...

Gerald J. "Jerry" Zowin

Gerald J. "Jerry" Zowin

Feb 5, 2022

***  PLEASE BE ADVISED *** FOLLOWING JERRY'S SERVICES, THE ZOWIN FAMILY WAS THE VICTIM OF THEFT AND THE FAMILY MEMORIAL BAG CONTAINING CARDS, GIFTS, PERSONAL ITEMS, AND ASHES OF THEIR LOVED ONE WAS STOLEN FROM THEIR VEHICLE OUTISDE *** T he Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, 1102 Tower Avenue in Superior *** IF ANYONE WITNESSED ANY SUSPICIOUS...

David H. Godden

David H. Godden

Feb 5, 2022

David H. Godden, 70, lifelong resident of Duluth, MN passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 5, 2022, with his wife and son by his side after a long medical battle.

David was born January 24, 1952, to Henry and Alice (Dandanell) Godden of Duluth, MN. He attended Duluth Central High School and Lake Superior...

William 'Bill' Earl Rae

William 'Bill' Earl Rae

Feb 3, 2022

William "Bill" Earl Rae, 78, of Superior, died Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Superior Rehabilitation Center.

Bill was born in Superior on December 26, 1943, the son of Clifford and Bernice (Strong) Rae.

He worked many years as an accountant for Northwest Beverage.

He enjoyed archery, movies and local sports. Attending Mass at...

Lorraine Mildred Korhonen

Lorraine Mildred Korhonen

Feb 1, 2022

Lorraine Mildred (Perala) Korhonen, lifelong resident of Maple, WI, died peacefully, Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at Villa Marina Health and Rehabilitation in Superior.

She was born in Maple, WI, January 20, 1931, the daughter of Matti and Anna Matilda (Toivola) Perala III.

She attended Maple Corner School and graduated from the former Superior Central High...

Jayme L. Cech

Jayme L. Cech

Feb 1, 2022

Jayme L. Cech, 37, of Superior, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at her residence.

Jayme was born on Sept. 17, 1984, in Marshalltown, Iowa the daughter of Jerry Cech and Vicki Follis.

She had worked at the Choo Choo Bar and Grill.

Jayme loved life to the fullest and always lit...

Edward John Pooler

Edward John Pooler

Jan 31, 2022

Edward John Pooler, 68, of Poplar, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022, at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth surrounded by his family.

He was born in Superior on December 24, 1953, the son of John Henry and Helen Mae (Carothers) Pooler.

Ed served his country with the U.S. Army.

Ed...

William T. "Billy" Follis

William T. "Billy" Follis

Jan 29, 2022

William Thomas “Billy” Follis, 90, longtime resident of Brule, WI died from complications from Covid-19 on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at St. Mary’s Essentia Health, Duluth, MN, just hours after his beloved wife Janet passed away at Superior Health and Rehabilitation. He was born in Superior, WI, May 1, 1931, the son of William Charlie and Mildred (Ulven) Follis....

Janet Frances Follis

Janet Frances Follis

Jan 29, 2022

Janet Frances Follis, 86, a longtime resident of Brule, WI, died peacefully on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Superior Health and Rehabilitation Center in Superior, WI. She was born in Oulu, WI, January 9, 1936, the daughter of Heino and Ina (Colby) Jacobson.

Janet was a 1953 graduate of South Shore High School.  She went on to...

Frank J. Krawza

Frank J. Krawza

Jan 29, 2022

Frank J. Krawza, 83, of South Range, WI, died Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Aspen Health and Rehab, South Range, WI.

He was born May 12, 1938, in Superior, son of Frank and Angeline (Giernat) Krawza.

Frank proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged.

He worked many years...

Dwayne L. "Dewey" Asbach

Dwayne L. "Dewey" Asbach

Jan 28, 2022

Dwayne Lee “Dewey” Asbach, age 46, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022, at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN after succumbing to COVID-19 pneumonia while bravely undergoing treatment for Multiple Myeloma.

Dewey was born on September 16, 1975, in Ashland, WI where he spent childhood exploring the woods which developed into a lifelong appreciation of...

Marilyn K. Keeler

Marilyn K. Keeler

Jan 28, 2022

Marilyn K. Keeler, 79, lifelong area resident died peacefully in the early hours on Friday, January 28, 2022, with her family by her side at home in Lake Nebagamon, WI.

She was born in Superior, WI, August 20, 1942, the daughter of William and Eileen (Chandler) Braman.

After high school, Marilyn went on to further...

Kathleen "Kathy" A. Burbul

Kathleen "Kathy" A. Burbul

Jan 28, 2022

Kathleen Ann Burbul, 72, of Kettle River, MN and formerly of Superior, WI, died Friday January 28, 2022, at Essentia Health – St. Mary's Medical Center, Duluth.

She was born January 15, 1950, in Duluth, daughter of Ellwood and Betty (Doyle) Raitt.

Some of Kathy's interests included her church, quilting, stained glass, agates, dogs, cats,...

Nancy E. Loughren

Nancy E. Loughren

Jan 27, 2022

Nancy E. Loughren, 73, longtime resident of Barnes, WI died peacefully Thursday, January 27, 2022, at the Hayward Hospital in Hayward, WI with her family by her side.

She was born in Superior, WI on July 7, 1948, the daughter of John and Hellen (Wahto) Charles.

Nancy was united in marriage to John Loughren on...

Tracy Lynne O'Brien

Tracy Lynne O'Brien

Jan 27, 2022

Tracy Lynne O'Brien, 60, of Superior, died Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center, Duluth.

Tracy was born in Minneapolis, MN on August 3, 1961, the daughter of William and Charlene (Erickson) Tyson.

She was a member of the ALS Foundation, enjoyed camping, going to the beach, scrapbooking, music, and cheering...

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