Obituaries

Dec 25, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Douglas Wayne Davis on December 25, 2025.

Doug was born January 30, 1954, in Munich, Germany, to John & Ann Davis while John was serving in the United States Air Force. Following military service, the family of three returned to the U.S., settling in Minneapolis. Over time, their loving...

Dec 21, 2025

Jerry L. Swanson, age 81, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025, in his residence.

Jerry was born June 21, 1944, in Superior, WI to Betty Gayle (Amundson) and Leonard Nels Swanson. He began working at age 13 on a large dairy farm in Cloverland, WI. When Jerry was 19, he moved to Oregon and began working for...

Dec 20, 2025

Kathleen "Kay" Ann Bauers, 86, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, following a five-year brave battle with ovarian cancer.

Kay was born on July 7, 1939, in Superior, Wisconsin, the daughter of Bernard and Berenice (Christie) Dower. She married Ronald "Ron" Bauers on April 25, 1959. Kay and Ron shared 64 years...

Dec 19, 2025

Lisa M. LeFaive, 39, Duluth, MN, passed away at home unexpectedly on December 19, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Players Sports Bar, 2024 Grand Avenue in West Duluth at 1:00 PM.

A private family burial will be held in the spring of 2026.

She is survived by her children, Jemma and Jonah.

The Lenroot-Maetzold Funeral...

Dec 17, 2025

Longtime resident, Michael Edward Anderson, died on December 17, 2025. He was born June 9, 1940 to Mae J. (Potts) and Walter T. Anderson of Superior.

He is survived by his children Marcie Gotelaere (Mike), Michael Anderson (Susan), and Jason Anderson (Jessi); grandchildren, Michael, Brian, Erin, Ryan, Trevor and great grandson Archer.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 50+...

Dec 16, 2025

Christopher S. Bachand, 57, passed away in his home with his family by his side Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Chris was born August 3, 1968, in Superior, WI to Sharon (Maki) and Stephen Bachand.

He graduated from Damian High School in Honolulu, Hawaii.  Chris returned from Hawaii following high school and attended the University of...

Dec 15, 2025

George William Goetsch, 87, of Oulu, WI, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, at St. Mary’s Essentia Health Hospital in Duluth, MN. Born on February 28, 1938, in Iron River, WI, George lived a life full of faith, family, and service.

A 1956 graduate of South Shore High School, George proudly enlisted in the U.S. Navy, completing two tours aboard...

Dec 15, 2025

MaryAnn E. Katzmark, 84, a lifetime resident of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, at the Beehive Assisted Living in Duluth, Minnesota. She now dwells in the house of the Lord forever.

MaryAnn was born on September 15, 1941, in Bemidji, Minnesota. She was employed as a secretary for Zenith Steel Company, Twin Ports...

Dec 14, 2025

Cheryl J. Liebaert, 78, of Superior, WI died Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Essentia-St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth.

She was born in Duluth, MN on October 19, 1947, the daughter of Joseph and Shirley (Gustafson) Isabell.

Cheryl married Thomas "Butch" Liebaert on August 23, 1969, and they celebrated 56 years of marriage.

Cheryl...

Dec 13, 2025

Georgiena M. Wilson, age 80, formerly of Superior and Rice Lake, WI, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in the Clark County Rehab and Living Center, Owen, WI.

Georgiena was born April 7, 1945, in Chicago, IL.  She attended public schools in Chicago and studied for several years at the University of Wisconsin Superior. She had...

Dec 10, 2025

Merlin Herbert, 84, of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, at Waterview Shores in Two Harbors.

Born on December 13, 1940, to Edmund and Clara (Bonnin) Herbert, Merlin was a lifelong resident of Superior’s East End neighborhood. Merlin lived a full and meaningful life marked by devotion to his family, love of the outdoors, and deep pride in...

Dec 8, 2025

Stephen Mark Staurseth, 91, formerly of Superior and currently of Chicago, died Monday, December 8, 2025, at Hartwell Place in Chicago.

Stephen was born in Superior on October 12, 1934, the son of Olaf and Dena (Berg) Staurseth.

Steve graduated from Northwestern High School in Maple Wisconsin with the class of 1952. He went on...

Dec 4, 2025

On December 4th , 2025 the world lost a dear friend, mother, daughter, sister, partner, grandmother and aunt. Michelle McKercher passed away peacefully at home surrounded by close family members. Michelle had been battling cancer off and on for several years and was recently on home hospice care.

Michelle was loved by many and made countless friends during her years playing...

Dec 3, 2025

Valerie A. Coder, age 88, passed away on December 3, 2025, at St. Mary's Essentia Hospital in Superior, Wisconsin.

Born on April 7, 1937, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, Valerie was the daughter of Theodore and June (Campbell) LeBlanc. After graduating from high school, she continued her education for four additional years at UW-Whitewater, earning her degree in education—and...

Dec 1, 2025

Brenda Lee Clark, 64, of Superior, WI died Monday, December 1, 2025, at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, MN.

Brenda was born December 19, 1960, in Superior, WI to Jack and Marjorie (Stalvig) Clark.

She was employed with Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center in the environmental services for 10 years until her illness...

Nov 30, 2025

On November 30, 2025, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ brought His daughter, Kathleen “Cookie” Zelazny Tahja, to join Him at His eternal banquet. Cookie passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy defined by honesty, wit, and a deep appreciation for the simple things in life.

Cookie was born to John and Berniece Zelazny on August 9, 1944, the fourth of...

Nov 28, 2025

Matthew L. Archer, 63, of Hawthorne, died Friday, November 28, 2025, at his residence.

Matt was born in St. Louis, MO on December 3, 1961, the son of Harry and Marcy (Mazurek) Archer.

He served his country in the US Marines. Matt had worked as a conductor for the CN Railroad for many years.

Nov 26, 2025

Barbara J. Pawlovich, 75, of Superior, died Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at her home with her husband by her side.

She was born in Duluth, MN, on November 30, 1949, the daughter of Edward and Marlene (Amacher) Maciejeski.

Barb enjoyed fishing, riding 4-wheelers, Sunday afternoon drives, and gardening, especially growing roses.

She had...

Nov 25, 2025

Cassie Marie Nielsen of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on November 25, 2025, at Essentia Health in Duluth, Minnesota at 43 years old. Cassie was born on December 9, 1981, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, to Kjersti Kannas and Gary Nielsen.

“Cass,” as many called her, is survived by her mother, Kjersti; her sons, Conner and Tyler Kassler of St. Paul, Minnesota; her...

Nov 24, 2025

It is with deeply saddened hearts the family of Doug D. Edge announces his passing on November 24, 2025 at the age of 76. He was born on March 25, 1949 in Superior, WI to Lucille (Pitzen) and Donald Edge.

Doug was a devout husband to Mary Jo Edge for 55 wonderful years, the greatest father ever to Andy Edge, loving...