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Robert E. Johnson

Robert E. Johnson

May 27, 2021

Robert E. Johnson, 91, lifelong area resident, born to Eternal Life, Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Memorial Medical Center in Ashland, WI. He was born in Superior, December 1, 1929, the son of Everett and Hilda (Marjamaki) Johnson.

He graduated from South Shore High School in Port Wing, WI.

In addition to operating his farm...

Denise C. Prentice

Denise C. Prentice

May 26, 2021

Denise C. Prentice, 47, Springbrook, WI resident, died Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN. She was born on January 29, 1974 in Spooner, WI to Joseph and Airleen (Shappell) Lindenfelser.

She was a lead worker at Jack Links in Minong for fifteen years.

Michael "Big Mike" Sidney Anthony Almond

Michael "Big Mike" Sidney Anthony Almond

May 26, 2021

Michael 'Big Mike' Sidney Anthony Almond, 53, of Superior, WI, and formerly of Brooklyn, NY, died Wednesday, May 26,2021 at his residence.

Mike was born August 19,1967 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Cherlyn Almond and Sidney Rhodes. He attended John Dewey High School in Brooklyn.

He worked as a youth advocate, counselor, and...

Herbert M. Anderson, Jr.

Herbert M. Anderson, Jr.

May 22, 2021

Herbert M. Anderson, Jr., 67, Superior resident, died Saturday, May 22, 2021, at Twin Port Health Services in Superior, WI. He was born on September 18, 1953, in Duluth, MN to Herbert and Gunvor (Ness) Anderson, Sr.

Herbert served his country in the United States Army. He was a caregiver for many years...

Charles R. "Sarge" Jarvi

Charles R. "Sarge" Jarvi

May 22, 2021

Charles R. “Sarge” Jarvi, 77, longtime resident of Lake Nebagamon died unexpectedly, Saturday, May 22, 2021 at Norwood Golf Course in Lake Nebagamon. He was born in Deerborn, MI, December 7, 1943 the son of Charles and Lillian (Anttila) Jarvi.

He graduated from Northwestern High School in Maple, WI and went on to enlist in ROTC at...

William "Willie" Posio

William "Willie" Posio

May 22, 2021

William “Willie” Posio, 49, Superior resident, died Saturday, May 22, 2021 in Brule, WI. He was born on July 16, 1971 in Marquette, MI to John and Barbara (Brownell) Posio. He was employed as a PCA for Iris for many years. He attended the Eagle’s Club in Superior.

William is survived by two...

Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Stalls

Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Stalls

May 22, 2021

Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Stalls, 53, of Superior, passed away Saturday May 22, 2021 at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center, Duluth.

He was born November 6, 1967 in Tecumseh, MI, son of Lonnie E. and Virginia R. (Hopkins) Stalls.

On March 23, 1991 at the Missionary Baptist Church, Tecumseh, MI, Cindy Jean Iverson and Jeffrey Alan...

Stanley Smith

Stanley Smith

May 21, 2021

Stanley Smith of Superior, WI died May 21, 2021 at the age of 92. He was born and raised on a farm in Cumberland, WI.

He enlisted in the Army during the Korean war and was wounded while proudly serving his country.

He married his high school sweetheart, Dorothy Elaine Kunselman, on June 7, 1953...

Alexzander John Cain

Alexzander John Cain

May 21, 2021

Alexzander John Cain, 18, of Solon Springs, WI, died unexpectedly, Friday, May 21, 2021 in Hawthorne, WI. He was born in Duluth, MN, December 5, 2002, the son of Timothy and Delaina (Lehto) Cain.

Alex was a student at Superior Senior High School. He enjoyed and excelled at school and was soon to graduate with his class...

Jessica Heise

Jessica Heise

May 17, 2021

Jessica C. Heise, 38, of Duluth, MN, died on Monday, May 17, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospital.

She was born on April 3, 1983 in Duluth the daughter of Paul Heise and Selma 'Sally' Raschke.

Jessica attended Central High School in Duluth and Two Harbors High School, where she graduated from in 2001.

...

Connie Halverson

Connie Halverson

May 17, 2021

D. Connie Halverson, 65, of Lake Nebagamon, died Monday, May 17, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.

Connie was born in Rockford, IL on March 30, 1956 the daughter of David and Jane (Lazarski) Natvik

She loved her gardens, living in the woods, going camping, and her pets.

She was preceded in...

Grant Patrick Silliman, Sr.

Grant Patrick Silliman, Sr.

May 16, 2021

Grant Patrick Silliman, Sr., 54, died unexpectedly May 16, 2021, at his home in Duluth, MN.

A small memorial service will be planned later this year to celebrate his life.

Grant was born July 25, 1966 in Superior, Wisconsin. He gained his high school education in North Dakota and later gained his CNA license and...

Katherine M Sweeney

Katherine M Sweeney

May 15, 2021

Katherine M. 'Katie' Sweeney, 90, of Superior, went home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her family, as a result of complications from post-polio syndrome.

Katherine was born in Superior on January 29, 1931, the daughter of John and Flora (Willoughby) Melin.

She worked for several...

Herman Brown

Herman Brown

May 15, 2021

Herman P. Brown, 57, of Superior, died Saturday May 15, 2021 at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN.

He was born on September 30, 1963, the son of George and Theresa (Fudally) Brown.

Herman worked as an engineer for Loram for many years, travelling all over North America for his job. He most recently worked...

Judith A. Phillips

Judith A. Phillips

May 14, 2021

Judith Ann (Wallgren, Anderson) Phillips, 82, of Superior, WI, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.

Judith was born in Superior on September 10, 1938 to Lee and Minnie (Witzig) Phillips.

Judie was a devoted mother and grandmother. She pursued her many hobbies and interests with passionate enthusiasm. She owned...

Dawn M. Mosher

Dawn M. Mosher

May 13, 2021

Dawn M. Mosher, 54, of Superior, died Thursday, May 13, 2021, at St. Luke's Hospice in Duluth.

She was born on July 15, 1966, in Minneapolis.

Dawn participated in the Special Olympics in bowling and swimming.

She was an outdoor enthusiast and enjoyed camping, fishing, hiking, and driving to look for wildlife. She...

Robert 'Bob' G. Van Ert

Robert 'Bob' G. Van Ert

May 13, 2021

Robert 'Bob' G. Van Ert, 76 of Superior died Thursday May 13, 2021 at Twin Ports Health and Rehabilitation in Superior surrounded by his family.

Robert was born in Superior on June 12, 1944 the son of Joseph and Jane (Mackyol) Van Ert.

Bob worked as an auto mechanic at many service stations including College...

Carol Dean Farmakes

Carol Dean Farmakes

May 11, 2021

Carol Dean Farmakes, 85, of Superior, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Tuesday, May 11 th , at the Essentia Health-St Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth.

She was born on October 23, 1935 in Superior to Henry and Mary Dean (Pelletier) Johnson. She lived nearly her entire life in Superior’s East End. She attended the Superior...

Lavonne "Bonnie A. (Prugh) Dahlberg

Lavonne "Bonnie A. (Prugh) Dahlberg

May 10, 2021

LaVonne Adelyn (Prugh) Dahlberg ascended to heaven on Monday, May 10, 2021 at the age of 92. She was born on August 18, 1928 in Thief River Falls, Minnesota to Horace and Ruth (Anderson) Prugh. She was known to family and friends as “Bonnie”. The family moved to Superior, Wisconsin around 1942.

Bonnie...

Jane Johnson

Jane Johnson

May 8, 2021

Jane Johnson, 90, Superior, WI resident, died Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior, WI. She was born on June 15, 1930 in Superior, WI, the daughter of Leo and Cashmere Kozlowski.

She was housekeeper for many people. She loved her work and made lifelong friends. She loved animals, mostly her dog, Ladie...

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