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Steven "Steve" J. Hunter

Steven "Steve" J. Hunter

Feb 13, 2021

Steven “Steve” J. Hunter, 62, Barnes, WI resident, died Saturday, February 13, 2021 in his home. He was born on August 31, 1958 in Superior to Chadburn and Colleen (Prugh) Hunter. Growing up he was a paperboy in Billings Park.

He graduated from Superior Senior High School in 1976. Steve was the proud...

Leroy F. Mickle, Sr.

Leroy F. Mickle, Sr.

Feb 12, 2021

LeRoy Floyd Mickle, Sr. age 82, of Poplar, WI died Friday, February 12, 2021 at his home after battling idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

He was born Dec. 30, 1938 in Grand Rapids, MN the son of Floyd Mickle and Helen (Kiger) LeSarge. LeRoy married Mary Lou Burdick on July 7, 1962. He then married Anna M. (Christophersen) Elkins...

Shirley M. Schulman

Shirley M. Schulman

Feb 11, 2021

Former Menomonie art teacher, fiber artist, and painter, Shirley Miriam Schulman , 87, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2021, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. She was preceded in death by her husband William Schulman (less than 6 months prior) and her brother Murray "Ray" Siegel. She is survived by her four children, Jim Schulman, Ann Schulman,...

Ann Kelley

Ann Kelley

Feb 10, 2021

Ann Kelley, 94, lifelong Superior resident, died peacefully, Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at her home in Superior with family by her side. She was born in Superior, May 31, 1926, the daughter of Steve and Anna Gondek.

Ann was a graduate of the former Central High School in Superior. She was united in marriage to Michael Kelley,...

Dixie Lee Robinson

Dixie Lee Robinson

Feb 9, 2021

Dixie Lee Robinson, 60, of Superior, died Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Dixie was born in Siren, WI on August 1, 1960 the daughter of John and Rose (Lapre) Nelson.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Rose Nelson; and husband, Curtis Robinson.

Dixie...

Donn "Donnie" A. Gordon, Jr.

Donn "Donnie" A. Gordon, Jr.

Feb 8, 2021

Donn Allen Gordon Jr, otherwise known as "Donnie" by close friends and family, left this world on February 8, 2021 at the age of 51.

Donn is survived by his 3 daughters (Lauren, 25, Ella, 22, Olivia, 17), 2 granddaughters, Stella and Aria, mother of his children (Dana Truan-Gordon), his father (Donn Gordon Sr), his mother and...

Daniel Earl Nephew

Daniel Earl Nephew

Feb 6, 2021

Daniel Earl “Dan” Nephew, 57, died of natural causes, Saturday, February 6, 2021 in his home. He was born in Duluth, MN, June 28, 1963, the son of George and Jean Nephew.

Dan was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved Harley’s and going fast. He was a skilled handyman, a Jack of all...

Patricia A. "Tricia" Fletcher

Patricia A. "Tricia" Fletcher

Feb 6, 2021

Patricia A. “Tricia” Fletcher, 78, a lifelong resident of Superior, WI went to be with her heavenly family on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN, peacefully, with her daughters by her side. She was born in Superior, May 18, 1942, the daughter of Henry and Arline (Donnell) Pawlicki.

Tricia enjoyed scenic drives...

Frank E. Thielman

Frank E. Thielman

Feb 6, 2021

Frank “Franko” E. Thielman, 67, Superior, WI resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at his home. He was born on April 29, 1953 in Grand Forks, ND to Walter and Frances (Richter) Thielman.

He graduated from Superior Senior High School in 1971. Frank served his country in the United States Army. Frank was a...

Josephine "Joey" M. Herrick

Josephine "Joey" M. Herrick

Feb 5, 2021

Josephine “Joey” M. Herrick, 81, Superior, WI resident, passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 16, 1939 in Superior, WI to Wilfred and Florence (Smith) Borreson. She was the youngest of three children.

She married Walter Herrick Jr. on September 21, 1957 in Superior and...

Ruth A. Johnson

Ruth A. Johnson

Feb 4, 2021

Ruth A. Johnson, 84, of Lake Nebagamon, died peacefully and went to be with her lord and savior on Thursday, February 4, 2021.

Ruth was born in Superior on Jan. 3, 1937 the daughter of Chester Hart and Lola (Love) Glass. She married the love of her life, Wayne Johnson and they celebrated 59 ½ years of...

Mary L. Makowsky

Mary L. Makowsky

Feb 3, 2021

Mary Lou Makowsky, 59, of Superior, passed away Wednesday February 3, 2021, at Essentia Health St. Mary's Hospice, Duluth.

She was born March 30, 1961 in Superior, daughter of Elmer and Shirleyan (Parker) Erickson.

Mary worked many years as a bartender in Superior and most recently as a housekeeping supervisor for Holiday Inn Express, Superior....

Lorraine A. La Joie

Lorraine A. La Joie

Feb 3, 2021

Lorraine 'Babe' A. La Joie, 90, of Superior, died Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth.

Lorraine was born in Superior on March 23, 1930 the daughter of Caesar and Margaret 'Muggs' (Haeck) Van Damme. She married Robert La Joie on Oct. 20, 1962 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church.

Babe was a...

James "Jim" A. Peters

James "Jim" A. Peters

Feb 1, 2021

James A. Peters, 69, of Superior, died Monday, February 1, 2021 at his residence.

He was born October 29, 1951 in Superior, son of William and Marialice Peters.

On August 12, 1996 in Superior, James A. Peters and Kay M. Madsen were united in marriage.

Jim was retired from the Burlington Northern Santa...

David A. Provost Iii

David A. Provost Iii

Jan 30, 2021

David Provost III, born on September 18, 1958, the apple of everyone’s eye, especially his three older sisters, died unexpectedly at home in Foxboro on January 30 when his heart gave out. He was 62 years old.

He is survived by his wife, Deb, and stepchildren of whom he was immensely proud: Nick Holleman, Superior; and Emilie...

Tamra R. "Tammy" Meyers

Tamra R. "Tammy" Meyers

Jan 29, 2021

Tamra R. “Tammy” Meyers, 55, longtime resident of Superior, WI, died peacefully, Friday, January 29, 2021 at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN. She was born in Jackson, MN, September 8, 1965, the daughter of Lawrence and Janice (Mier) Cihak.

Tammy graduated from Cook County High School and went on to further her education, earning...

Bonnie Anderson

Bonnie Anderson

Jan 29, 2021

Bonita 'Bonnie' Anderson, 92, of Superior, died January 29, 2021 after a long fight with cancer.

Bonnie was born to Mary and John McKaige on March 17, 1928 in Duluth, MN.

Bonnie was a loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Curtis Russ; daughter,...

Rosemarie L Mueller

Rosemarie L Mueller

Jan 25, 2021

Rosemarie L. Mueller, 66, of Superior, died Monday January 25, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospital.

Rosemarie was born in Superior on Sept. 19, 1954 the daughter of Thomas and Barbara (Kluge) Podgorak.

She enjoyed fishing, camping, cooking, doing arts and crafts, and watching movies. She loved spending time with her family.

She was...

Jerome "Jerry" J. Baker

Jerome "Jerry" J. Baker

Jan 24, 2021

Jerome "Jerry" J. Baker, 62, of Superior, WI, passed away Sunday January 24, 2021, at his residence, surrounded by his family.

He was born September 29, 1958 in Rochester, MN, son of Howard and Carolyn (Sonquist) Baker.

On October 10, 1992 in Superior, WI, Penelope "Penny" LaPorte and Jerome Baker were united in marriage.

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Gordon "Gordy" A. Oftedahl

Gordon "Gordy" A. Oftedahl

Jan 23, 2021

Gordon "Gordy" A. Oftedahl, 81, of Superior, died Saturday January 23, 2021 at his residence.

He was born August 30, 1939 in Duluth, MN, son of Arne and Elvera (Lundquist) Oftedahl.

Gordon proudly served his country with the U.S. Army.

During his lifetime, Gordy owned several businesses in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida. He...

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