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Kathleen A. Lintula

Kathleen A. Lintula

Sep 23, 2026

Kathleen Ann Lintula, 96, lifelong Superior area resident, passed away on Wednesday September 23, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her family at Middle River Health and Rehab Center in South Range.

Kathleen was born in Superior on April 9, 1930, the daughter of Gus and Signe (Erickson) Swanson. She graduated from Superior Central High School with the class of 1948.

Kathy married Elmer...

Shirley Ann Mackey

Shirley Ann Mackey

Oct 17, 2026

Shirley Ann Mackey, age 91, of Superior, died Saturday October 17, 2026, at New Perspective Assisted Living.

Shirley was born July 5, 1935, in Superior to Laina (Saari) and Richard Olson. She was raised in Maple, WI, with her four siblings. Shirley graduated from Northwestern High School in Maple. She would marry her high school sweetheart, George Peter Mackey on January...

Daniel Joseph Dulinski

Daniel Joseph Dulinski

Oct 15, 2026

Daniel Joseph Dulinski, age 78, of Lake Nebagamon, passed away on Thursday October 15, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s Medical Center, Duluth.

He was born April 11, 1948, in Duluth to Louise (Rust) and Charles Dulinski. Daniel was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Darlene Irene (Overfors) Dulinski, who passed away in 2024. The couple met at...

Severt N. Mogensen, Sr.

Severt N. Mogensen, Sr.

Oct 13, 2026

Severt N. Mogensen, Sr., 90 of Superior, WI passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Severt was born June 26, 1936, to Selma and Hans Mogensen in Duluth, MN.

He was employed many years working as a laborer at the Grain Elevator in Superior and then her was employed a custodian.

Severt was a lifelong member of...

Mark Michael Miller

Mark Michael Miller

Oct 13, 2026

Mark Michael Miller, age 74, of Superior, died Tuesday October 13, 2026, in his residence with his wife Mary Ann by his side.

Mark was born on June 29, 1952, to Patricia P. (Bangs) and William T. Miller in Superior. He was a 1971 graduate of Superior Senior High School and went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in business from...

Darlene M. Wright

Darlene M. Wright

Oct 10, 2026

Darlene Marie (Murphy) Wright, 84, of Duluth, passed away at the BeeHive Homes Assisted Living and Memory Care with her family by her side on Saturday October 10, 2026.

Darlene was born March 3, 1942, to Marie (Dallmann) and John Murphy in Duluth, MN.

She graduated from Morgan Park High School in 1960. Darlene was employed in the banking industry for 33...

Timothy Donald Kettner

Timothy Donald Kettner

Oct 9, 2026

Timothy Donald Kettner, 65, of Port Wing, Wisconsin died Friday October 9, 2026. Tim was born on November 6, 1960, in Wausau, WI.

Tim was, without a doubt, the most generous person you could ever meet. Blessed with a huge heart and a truly unmatched work ethic, he lived his life with open arms, ready to lend a helping hand to...

Mary "Pam" P. Chabot

Mary "Pam" P. Chabot

Oct 6, 2026

Mary “Pam” Pamela Chabot, 83, of Superior, WI, passed away Tuesday October 6, 2026, at Villa Marina in Superior.

Pam was born July 21, 1943, to Loretta (English) and William “Buddy” Williams in Brooklyn, NY.

She was employed in customer service for a school supply company for much of her career.

Pam liked knitting, visiting the casino, playing cards and bingo when she...

Catherine L. Joiner

Catherine L. Joiner

Oct 2, 2026

Catherine “Cathy” L. Joiner, 74, of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, October 2, 2026, at Solvay Hospice House in Duluth, MN.

Cathy was born on February 10, 1952, in Superior, WI, to Katherine (McGinnis) and Carl Petersen. She married David Joiner on August 1, 1980, in Duluth, MN.

Cathy was employed for over 45...

Gladys B. VanErt

Gladys B. VanErt

Oct 2, 2026

Gladys B. VanErt, 81, of Superior, WI, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026, at Twin Ports Health in Superior, WI.

Gladys was born March 2, 1945, to Ruth (Frost) and Harold Olson in Superior, WI. She married the love of her life, Robert VanErt, on December 2, 1964, at Darrow Road Wesleyan Church.

Gladys worked as a housekeeper at St. Francis Nursing...

Kenneth "Ken" C. Mertz

Kenneth "Ken" C. Mertz

Sep 29, 2026

Kenneth “Ken” C. Mertz, 68, of Gordon, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.

He was born in Superior on May 6, 1958, the son of Kenneth and Shirley (Hill) Mertz.

Ken graduated from Superior Senior High School with the class of 1976 and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in physical education from the University of Wisconsin Superior in...

David Raymond Ludwig

David Raymond Ludwig

Sep 29, 2026

David Raymond Ludwig, age 67, of Superior, died Tuesday September 29, 2026, in his residence.

David was born June 28, 1959, to Charlotte E. (Swanson) and Donald E. Ludwig in Fargo, ND. He would marry Sherri Moon on August 7, 1999, in Superior. David had been a corrections officer for St. Louis County for 19 years and most recently had been...

LeRoy M. Walberg

LeRoy M. Walberg

Sep 28, 2026

LeRoy Marvin Walberg, 84, of Superior, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, September 28, 2026.

LeRoy was born on March 5, 1942, in Hawthorne, Wisconsin, to Albert and Alice (Olson) Walberg. From an early age, he possessed the qualities that would define his life: a strong work ethic, a kind heart, an easy smile,...

Marilyn M. Burm

Marilyn M. Burm

Sep 28, 2026

Marilyn M. Burm, 97, of Superior, died Monday, September 28, 2026, at Villa Marina Health and Rehab in Superior.

Marilyn was born at home in Billings Park to Clara (Bartels) and Al Kronlund on February 26, 1929. She attended Cooper school and graduated from Superior Central High School.

Marilyn was a member of Cathedral Christ the King and married her husband, Milton...

Richard "Butch" H. Tappen

Richard "Butch" H. Tappen

Sep 27, 2026

Richard H. “Butch” Tappen, 78, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s Medical Center.

Butch was born October 4, 1947, in Superior, Wisconsin, to Kathleen (Gillespie) and Milton Tappen.

He graduated from Superior Central High School in 1965 and enlisted in the U.S. Army. Butch made two trips to Vietnam with the 82nd Airborne Division. He was highly decorated...

Beth Lucille Shykes

Beth Lucille Shykes

Sep 27, 2026

Beth Lucille Shykes, 93, of Superior, WI, died on Sunday September 27, 2026, at her home.

Beth was born in Iron River on January 22, 1933, to John and Margaret (Lavin) McLean.

She married John Shykes on October 24, 1953, and they celebrated 48 years of marriage. She was a bookkeeper for Jack’s businesses and later worked for H & R Block....

Dawn Marie DenHartog

Dawn Marie DenHartog

Sep 25, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dawn Marie DenHartog

Dawn Marie DenHartog, age 64, of Gordon, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Essentia St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, surrounded by her loving family.

Dawn was born on August 21, 1962, in Superior, Wisconsin, to Joann M. (Hunter) and Thomas W. Burhans, Sr. She married the love of her life, Brian L....

Dakota C. Koski

Dakota C. Koski

Sep 24, 2026

Dakota Caleb Koski, 37, passed away on September 24, 2026.

Dakota was born January 12, 1989, in Cloquet, MN to Greg and Melanie Koski. He grew up in Cloquet and attended Cloquet High School. After high school, he went on to graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Superior.

One of the most impactful parts...

Dennis John Tuura

Dennis John Tuura

Sep 23, 2026

Dennis Tuura, 63, lifelong Brule resident, died Wednesday September 23, 2026 in his residence.

Dennis was born June 17, 1963, to Barbara (Johnson) and Richard Tuura in Superior.

He worked for 37 years as a utility equipment operator for Tjader and Highstrom. Dennis was known as one of the best bulldozer operators around for his skill and finesse. He was an avid...

Iris E. Johnson

Iris E. Johnson

Sep 23, 2026

Iris Elaine Johnson, 57, of Superior died on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at her home.

Iris was born in Erie, PA on March 6, 1969, to Raymond and Patricia (Dunn) Baker.

She married David Johnson on March 10, 2012, and they shared 14 years of marriage together.

She enjoyed crafting, being outside, horses, and four-wheeling.

Iris was preceded by her father, Raymond; sister, Tamara...

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