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2007 October 24, 2007
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2007 November 28, 2007
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December 19, 2007
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Alvin P. Brinkman
Alvin P. Brinkman, age 84, of Aura
passed away on Monday, Dec. 17, 2007 at Marquette General Hospital.
He was born on Feb. 6, 1923 in Redridge, MI son of William
and Emma (Mueller) Brinkman. He grew up in Redridge then went to a CC
camp. Alvin was in the US Navy during WWII and was a "plank owner"; as
he was upon the USS South Dakota for its entire commission. Alvin then
entered the Merchant Marines. He worked in the Calumet & Hecla Mine, and
then at the airport. In 1985 Alvin retired from Burrough's Corporation,
now Unisys, after working there for 35 years. He married Carolyn Fay
Otterbein on Dec. 24, 1980 in Livonia, MI. They moved to Aura in 1989.
Alvin enjoyed the outdoors and hunting. His passion was stream fishing.
He was also a pilot.
He was a life member of the VFW Post 3897 in L'Anse, life
member of the L'Anse Masonic Lodge #547 F & AM, and a member of the
Eastern Star Maplewood Chapter in L'Anse.
Surviving are his wife Carolyn of Aura; sons Michael Roger (Lori)
Brinkman of Columbus, MI, David Bailey of Detroit, MI; three
grandchildren, Chelsea and Andrew Bailey, and Sara Szilagy; nephew Earl
(Charlotte) Brinkman of Houghton; many nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death are his parents; four brothers, Andrew, Bill,
Chester, Carl; five sisters, Violet, Elfrieda, Bertha, Lucille, and
Lena.
The funeral service was be held on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2007 at 3
p.m. at the Jacobson Funeral Home. Rev. Scott William will officiate.
Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. at the funeral home. The Baraga County
Area Veterans will conduct military rites at 1 p.m. under the direction
of the American Legion Post 444 in Baraga; the L'Anse Masonic Lodge #547
F&AM will conduct a service at 2 p.m.; and the Eastern Star Maplewood
Chapter 511 will conduct a service at 2:15 p.m. A luncheon and
fellowship will follow in the Sharing Room at the funeral home hosted by
the Aura Auxiliary. Burial will be in the spring in the Forest Hill
Cemetery in Houghton.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Michigan Kidney
Foundation or the Beacon House in Marquette. The Jacobson Funeral Home
is assisting the family.
Friends may sign Alvin's guest book or send condolences at
www.jacobsonfunerahome.com
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
ROSEMARY “Dutchie” SHULSTAD
ROSEMARY “Dutchie” SHULSTAD, 93, of Baraga
passed away suddenly Thursday, Dec. 13, 2007 at home. She was born in
Baraga, on May 22, 1914 the daughter of the late Peter A. and Rosalie (Robillard)
Magnant. She graduated from Baraga High School in 1931. RoseMary married
Herbert Shulstad at the Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak, MI. He
preceded her in death in 1994. She was employed by the public school
system as a secretary until her retirement. She was a member of St.
Ann's Catholic Church, Baraga, Lady Foresters, Order of St. Francis,
Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and a former Altar Society member.
RoseMary enjoyed playing cards, going to bingo, sewing, knitting and
crocheting, and reading. She was an avid sports fan, particularly
basketball and the Pistons. She was also active in church activities.
Mrs. Shulstad is survived by her loving daughters, Pauline (Al)
Goodreau of Baraga and Kathleen (Robert) Acton of Howell, MI., 14
grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, several great-great
grandchildren, and sister, Jeanne Lambert of Crandon, WI. Numerous
nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her
daughter, Rosalie Waara, brothers, Peter, Edward, and John, and sisters,
Cecilia, Pauline, and Kathleen.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec.
17, 2007 at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Baraga with Father George Maki,
celebrant and Father Thomas Schmied, con-celebrant. Pallbearers were
grandsons Pete, Tom, and Dale Goodreau, and John Waara, as well as
grandson’s in law Derek, Edge, and Dean Osterman.
Interment will take place in the Baraga cemetery. The family
received friends on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2007 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the
Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse.
Mrs. Shulstad's obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to
the family at www.rfsc.net . Funeral
arrangements for Mrs. Shulstad have been entrusted to the Reid Funeral
Service and Chapel, L'Anse.
Catherine "Katie" Anne Johnson Parkila
Catherine "Katie" Anne Johnson Parkila
passed away Dec. 15, 2007 at the Maple Manor Nursing Center.
She was born Sept 5. 1918 in Saskatchewan, Canada. Parents Anna &
William Gauthier.
Katie's mother died when she was five years old. She and two of her
sisters went to reside in the Marquette County Orphanage for 7 years.
She married Elmer "Ole" Johnson in 1935. They lived in Ontonagon and
Dearborn, returning to Ontonagon in 1951. They had a son LeRoy Johnson
and raised their niece Beverly Burke since the age of seven. Following
Ole's death, Katie married Bill Parkila of Alston on June 30, 1990.
Together they lived in Alston until 2003, when she moved to the Maple
Manor Nursing Center in Ontonagon due to an extended illness.
Katie was an excellent homemaker, cook, avid reader and bowler. She
worked at the Ontonagon Style Shop for several years. She and her
husband Ole also managed the Ontonagon Country Club for 3 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband Ole, in 1985, her son
LeRoy in 1996, her sisters Margaret Finger, Mary Stang, and Ruth, and
her brother Harold Gauthier.
Katie is survived by her husband Bill Parkila, her granddaughter
Ronda Atkins and grandson Jacob, her daughter Beverly and son-in-law
Michael Burke, and their children Maureen, Sean, Brett, Heather. and
Tim, and several great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, Dec. 21, 2007, at 11 a.m. at
the Holy Family Catholic Church in Ontonagon. Friends may call at the
Church one hour prior to the start of the service.
The Cane Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Mary "Sis" Kayramo
Mary "Sis" Kayramo, age 75, of L'Anse
passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007 at her home.
She was born April 21, 1932 in Ahmeek, Michigan, daughter to the
late Joseph and Leona (Dompier) Schutte. Mary grew up in Baraga and
graduated from Baraga High School in 1950. She attended Northern
Michigan University where she received her LPN. Mary married William in
1953 at St. Ann's in Baraga. She worked as an LPN at Winkler Nursing
Home for over 35 years.
Mary was a member of St. Ann's Church and the American Legion Post
444 Auxiliary in Baraga. She enjoyed playing cards, loved old movies,
and liked the sauna. She was a caregiver and a volunteer. Mary was very
caring toward her family and loved to feed them; she had unconditional
love for them.
Surviving are her son William (Sharri) Kayramo of Herman;
son-in-law Paul Tesanovich of Herman; sister Carol (Fred) Ojala of
Baraga; sisters-in-law Anne Schutte of Baraga and Helen Anderson of
L'Anse; seven grandchildren, Sean Clements, Jalena and Vance Tesanovich,
Tara, Tanya, Joseph, and Emily Kayramo; great grandson Easton Clements;
several nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends.
Preceded in death are her husband William; daughter Julia
Tesanovich on March 25, 2007; brother James Schutte and nephew Daniel
Ojala. A funeral Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, Dec. 15,
2007 at 11 a.m. at St. Ann's Church in Baraga.
Visitation was on Friday from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Jacobson Funeral
Home with parish prayers recited at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday one hour
prior to the service at the church. Father Augustin George officiated.
Burial will take place in the spring in the Baraga Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers memorials may be made to St. Ann's Church. The Jacobson
Funeral Home in L'Anse is assisting the family.
Friends may sign Mary's guest book or send condolences at
www.jacobsonfunerahome.com.
Marvin E. Nurkala
Marvin E. Nurkala, age 77, a former
resident of Michigamme, passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2007 at the D.J.
Jacobetti Home for Veterans.
Marvin was born March 7, 1930 in Matchwood, MI to the late August
and Lempi (Santti) Nurkala. He grew up in Nestoria and was a graduate of
Michigamme High School, class of 1949.
Marvin enlisted in the US Air Force and served from 1951 to 1955.
He worked for the Cleveland Cliffs Iron Company in several of the local
mines, retiring from the Empire Mine.
Surviving are two sisters, Doris Maki of Waukegan, IL and Phyllis
(Douglas) Luke of Gwinn, MI; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Besides his parents, Marvin was also preceded in death by brothers, Carl
and Albert Nurkala; sisters Florence Laakso, Viola, Shirley and Jean
Nurkala.
In honor of Marvin’s request, there will be no visitation or
services. Burial will be in the Lakeview Cemetery in Michigamme. The
Racine Funeral Chapel of Ishpeming is assisting the family with
arrangements.
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Jeannette L. Hansen
- Jeannette L. Hansen, 96, of Miami and former
Covington resident, passed away Monday, Dec. 3, 2007 at St. Ann's
Hospice in Miami, Fl. She had been in ill health for some time.
- She was born in Covington, MI. on Sept. 8, 1911
the daughter of the late Solomon and Sofia (Koivuniemi) Takala.
She attended school in Covington and graduated from L'Anse High
School Adult Education class in 1973, as valedictorian of her
class. On April 10, 1950, she married Raymond Hansen and he
preceded her in death in 1970. Jean had an interest and
intellectual curiosity in a variety of areas including languages,
homemaking, politics, and community affairs. She was the Avon Lady
for years and active in the 4-H club. She worked as a housekeeper
in Lake Forest, IL., planted trees for the Forestry Service and
entertained locals with her harmonica. She was fondly known
as "Jean, the harmonica queen" She was a member of Trinity
Lutheran Church in Covington and a life member of the VFW
auxiliary Covington Post 8945.
- Mrs. Hansen is survived by her children Ray
(Debbie) Hansen of Las Cruces, N.M., Sarah (James) Moesch of
Miami, FL., Victoria Hansen (Jamie) Markham of Knapp, WI.; Mary
Salli of Iron Mountain, grandchildren, Barbara, Kenny, Mark,
Chris, Debbie, Pauline, Jay, Jessica, Zachary, Rachelle, David,
Rachael, Andrea, James Jr., and Nathan., sister Vienna Wimpari of
Lakeworth, FL. Numerous great and great-great grandchildren also
survive along with nieces, nephews, and other family members. She
was preceded in death by son Ronnie ,daughter Marjorie, and grand
son Michael, 2 brothers and 4 sisters.
Funeral services for Mrs. Hansen were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec.
10, 2007 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Covington with Pastor Mark
Reinsch officiating. Spring interment will take place in the
Covington Cemetery. The family received friends on Sunday, Dec. 9,
2007 at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse from 6 until 8
p.m. and at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until time of
service. Sunday evening a VFW Auxiliary service was held at 7 p.m.
in the funeral chapel. The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse
was entrusted with arrangements. Mrs. Hansen's obituary may also
be viewed and condolences sent to the family at
www.rfse.net
Marvin E. Nurkala
Marvin E. Nurkala, age 77, a former
resident of Michigamme, passed away Sunday, Nov. 9, 2007 at the D.J.
Jacobetti Home for Veterans.
Marvin was born March 7, 1930 in Matchwood, MI to the late August and
Lempi (Santti) Nurkala. He grew up in Nestoria and was a graduate of
Michigamme High School, class of 1949.
Marvin enlisted in the US Air Force and served from 1951 to 1955.
He worked for the Cleveland Cliffs Iron Company in several of the local
mines, retiring from the Empire Mine.
Surviving are two sisters, Doris Maki of Waukegan, IL and Phyllis
(Douglas) Luke of Gwinn, MI; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Besides his parents, Marvin was also preceded in death by brothers, Carl
and Albert Nurkala; sisters Florence Laakso, Viola, Shirley and Jean
Nurkala.
In honor of Marvin’s request, there will be no visitation or
services. Burial will be in the Lakeview Cemetery in Michigamme. The
Racine Funeral Chapel of Ishpeming is assisting the family with
arrangements.
Marlyn Rae (Anderson) Hornick
Marlyn Rae (Anderson) Hornick, 79, of
Baraga, died peacefully, in her sleep, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2007 at Baraga
County Memorial Hospital, L’Anse, with her daughters and her beloved dog
Otto at her side.
She was born at her parents’ home in Whitewater, WI, on Aug. 30,
1928. She was the only child of Marie and Archie Anderson. She grew up
in Whitewater and often reminisced of her happy childhood in this
pleasant town. After high school, she and her parents moved to Hancock,
MI. She wanted to attend Michigan Tech and pursue a degree in chemistry,
but changed her major to Medical Technology. At the time this was a
brand new program and she was only one of nine women enrolled in this
field of study. She made lifelong friends there and often told the story
of how she and her best friend “Pudge” would get in trouble for knitting
during lectures. Her life changed when she met her physics lab partner,
Jack Hornick, from Houghton. He was just out of the Navy and studying
forestry. Although she talked of many suitors during her happy times at
Tech, Jack was to be her “one true love”.
They married on Oct. 14, 1951 in Houghton. She was disappointed
with the proceedings as she wasn’t allowed to have any of her
non-Catholic friends in the wedding, and there was no fancy wedding cake
as the baker had gone fishing.
They lived together in the U.P. for 19 years. Jack (Zeke) worked at
his brother Charlie’s gas station in Houghton, taught at Tech, played
baseball (pitcher) for extra money, and finally was hired by the
Department of Agriculture as a forester. Marlyn stayed at home and
raised their five children.
Due to Jack’s job, the family moved around quite a bit. First to
Park Falls, WI, then to a Job Corps Center in Clam Lake, WI.
Springfield, PA, was the next stop, where Marlyn was also employed
outside the home. She worked at Tri County Hospital in the lab and again
made many dear friends. The family then again moved to Romansville, PA,
to get out in the country where they had more room and could accommodate
their daughter Nancy’s passion for horses. Jack was finally transferred
to Washington DC. They had a lovely home in Stafford, VA, with enough
land for the horses, dogs and various cats. Marlyn worked at a Hallmark
Shop where she often remarked that the biggest crisis she might
encounter was mixing the Get Well cards with the Birthday cards. She
really enjoyed this job and the country life.
After Jack’s retirement, they finally returned to the U.P. They
bought a small house in Baraga right on the shores of Lake Superior (Marlyn
had always wanted a swimming pool...). Here they could indulge their
love of antiques, and refinishing old furniture. They set up the Country
Shop on Jurmu Road, and enjoyed going to auctions and antique shows.
They also both loved playing bridge, square dancing, and traveling to
visit their children and grandchildren. As Marlyn’s sight began to go,
the antique shop eventually closed, but the many friends they both made
during this time continued to be an important part of their lives. Her
health continued to decline, and when her son John died in 2005, and
Jack suddenly last March, she began to have more medical problems.
She was very strong and brave and stayed in her home until a week ago
when she finally was taken to the hospital in failing health.
She was a strong, opinionated woman with a great sense of humor and
friendship. She loved duplicate bridge, Marty Robbins songs, her pets,
antiques, white daisies, square dancing, “Survivor,” and all her many
friends. She was an incredible mother, and a loving wife who worked very
hard to keep the family together. She could pack up an entire houseful
of things at a moment’s notice and move to wherever the Forest
Service took them. She enjoyed the adventure of living in a new place
and making new friends. She will be sadly missed by those she left
behind, but she will no longer suffer pain, her sight will be restored,
and she will see John and her beloved Jack again.
She is survived by her daughter Kathleen in Baraga, son Karl (Zina)
Hornick in Wyoming, son Steve (Peggy) Hornick in Appleton, and daughter
Nancy (Roman) Butterfield in Stevens Point, WI. Also, by her beloved
grandchildren Nicole (and great-grandson Alex); Tom, Andy and Grace;
Steve, Kati, Gina (great-grandson Rayne) and Jessie (great-grandson
Skylar).
The service was held at Reid Funeral Home in L’Anse on Monday Dec.
10, 2007. Visitation was held at 3 p.m. with services beginning at 4
p.m. with a reception to follow.
Larry Dean Supanich
Larry Dean Supanich, age 47, of
Wendover, Utah and formerly of L'Anse passed away suddenly and
unexpectedly, Monday, Dec. 3, 2007 leaving a world full of loved ones
and family.
Larry was born on Sept. 15, 1960 to Frank Jr. and Marcy
Supanich and raised in the small Upper Peninsula town of L’Anse. After
graduating from high school, Larry joined the United States Air Force
and was assigned to unit #820 of the Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy
Operational Repair squadron (Red Horse). During his four year stint in
the Air Force, Larry helped to build runways in exotic places such as
Egypt and was also brought to the desert border town of Wendover, Utah.
In Wendover, Larry met his future wife Kerrie and eventually settled
down there and raised a family to include two beautiful daughters,
Allison and Morgan.
Larry was a central figure in the community as an always
smiling and friendly face at the town’s Utah post office. He worked for
over 20 years for the United States Postal Service with many of those
years as Post Master. Larry enjoyed the wide-open expanses of the desert
and mountains surrounding Wendover. It was those expanses that brought
him back to Utah after a brief return to his birth state to work as the
post master in the town of Bark River, MI.
Larry deeply cared for and loved his family. He also loved
his “toys” including rebuilt old cars, off-road motorcycles, street
motorcycles, and an assortment of valuable rifles and pistols. He cared
for his toys as if he wanted them to last forever. He did the same with
his close circle of longtime friends. Those fortunate to know and be
touched by Larry’s presence will dearly miss his cheery attitude,
infectious smile, dependability, and sense of adventure.
Larry is survived by his loving family, wife Kerrie,
daughters, Allison and Morgan, all of Wendover, Utah, his parents Frank
Jr. and Marcy Supanich, siblings, Frank (Janet) Supanich, sisters, Deb
(Dave) Perrow and Dawn Supanich and Kevin Kalliainen, of L’Anse. He was
preceded in death by his infant brother Dale in 1956, and brother Gary
in 1997.
Funeral services for Larry will be held at noon Saturday Dec.
15, 2007 at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, with the family
greeting friends from 10 a.m. until time of service. Father George Maki
will officiate and internment will be in the L'Anse Evergreen Cemetery.
Military honors will be accorded in the funeral chapel at 11:30
a.m., under the direction of the America Legion Post 444, Baraga with
Baraga area veterans attending. Following the services, friends are
invited to join the family for fellowship and luncheon in the Harrington
Gathering Room, located in the funeral home.
Margaret M. Ross
Margaret M. Ross, 84, of Baraga, passed
away suddenly Thursday, Dec. 6, 2007 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.
Margaret was born April 24, 1923 in L'Anse, daughter of the late Hector
and Helen (DeCota) Morin. She attended school in L'Anse and later
completed two years of college. She married Leonard Eugene Potter and he
preceded her in death in 1962. She then married Dennis (Mike) Ross. He
died in 1988. Margaret was a member of KBIC and active in numerous civic
affairs. Including the tribal council. She was a strong believer in
learning and education and taught for the L'Anse-Baraga Head Start
program and later for the KBIC Head Start program. Her first love was
the welfare of her family and their needs overshadowed all her other
activities. She was an avid reader, loved to garden, and keep busy with
civic interests.
Margaret is survived by her loving family, sons James Potter of
Baraga, Kenneth (Sandra) Potter of Everett, WA., Blaine (Karen Runvik)
Ross of Baraga, daughter Robbie (Michael Cornelius) of Hancock,
grandchildren Robert, Sean, Dakota, stepgrandchildren Tanya and Susie,
stepdaughter Carole (Robert) Carlson and step-son Gene (Marilyn) Ross
both of Baraga; step-grandchildren Roxanne Jackie (Zeke), Tammy, Murray
and Nicole; sister Mary Walker of Baraga sister-in-law Darlene Morin of
L'Anse. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
A memorial funeral service for Margaret will be held Tuesday, Dec.
11, 2007 at 12 noon at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse. Judy
Mattson will officiate. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the service
at noon. Follow-ing the service, friends are invited to fellowship and
share a luncheon with the family at the Ojibwa Senior Citizens center in
Baraga.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, the family suggests
memorial to Little Brothers Fiends of the Elderly or the Ojibwa
Community library. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel has been entrusted with
arrangements. Margaret's obituary may also be viewed and condolences
offered at www.rfsc.net
Robert F. Huot
Robert F. Huot, 83, of Pelkie, passed away
Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2007 at the Veteran's Facility Hospital in Iron
Mountain. He had been in failing health for some time. Bob was born in
L'Anse Jan. 17, 1924, son of the late Joseph (Jack) and Lumena (Gamache)
Huot. Bob attended the L'Anse School, and served in the U.S. Air Force
during WWII He married the former Tiny (Etta Mae) Sipes Aug. 16, 1947.
She died in 2000. Bob was employed as a dockworker in the trucking
industry until his retirement. He was a member of the Sacred Heart
Catholic Church and a member of the L'Anse American Legion Post 144.
Bob is survived by his children; son Robert C. (Penny) Huot, and
daughter Paulette Huot (John Murphy); grandchildren Lisa, Leon Butts
Jr., James Huot, Dale Huot, Tammy Larson and Joseph Huot. Also nephew
Terri Huot, niece Perci Lee Kurtz Grandy and six great grandchildren
survive. In addition, two sisters-in law Florence Kunick of Baraga and
Luella Morvac of Wabeno, WI., several nieces and nephews also survive.
Bob was preceded in death by a son James Edward, brother Cyrus Huot,
former owner of Gamble's store in L'Anse, and Oralie Tousignant Kurtz,
former owner of Oralie's Department Store in L'Anse.
Graveside services will be scheduled in the Spring.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Reid Funeral Service,
L'Anse. Friends may leave a message of condolence at
www.rfsc.net.
The family would like to thank Bob's nephew Roy Hakola, wife Tonni
and their daughter Amber, Bob Hakola and wife Liz for the loving care
they provided.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Gerald John Connors
Gerald John Connors, age 76 of Zeba
passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007 at the Baraga County Memorial
Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit.
Gerald was born on Sept. 22, 1931 in Odanah, Wisconsin son of
the late Joseph and Julia (Barbano) Connors. He lived in Milwaukee for
50 years working for the Rose Company as a welder and then for the
Alexian Village retirement community. Gerald married the former Mary
Emery in 1970 in Zion, IL. In 1996 he retired and moved to Zeba.
He was a member of the Most Holy Name of Jesus Church in
Assinins, KBIC, and the Ojibwa Seniors. Gerald loved his dogs. The
family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the long term care
unit at the hospital.
Surviving are his son, Patrick Connors of Chassell; brothers
Joseph, James, and Michael Connors; sisters Barbara Connors, and
Lorraine (Ken) Berger all of Milwaukee; several nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death is his wife Mary in 2001; brothers
Bernard and Glenn Connors; sisters Helen Connors and Margaret Harbour.
The funeral service will be held on Sunday, Dec. 2nd, at 3:30
p.m. at the Jacobson Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Sunday
from 1 p.m. until the time of service. Father George Maki will
officiate. Burial will be in the Indian Pinery Cemetery in the spring.
The Jacobson Funeral Home of L'Anse is assisting the family.
Friends may sign Gerald's guest book or send condolences at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
No Obituaries this week.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Daphne M. Juntunen
Daphne M. Juntunen, age 82 of L'Anse died
Sunday, Nov. 18, 2007 at Bayside Village in L'Anse.
She was born on March 19, 1925 in Aston, England daughter to the
late Thomas and Marion (Cole) Moss. Daphne came to the United States in
1946, returning to England in 1947 until 1971. She married Uljas August
Juntunen in 1945 in England.
Surviving are her children, Roger (Linda) Juntunen of
Chassell, Nigel (Gail) Juntunen of L'Anse, Martin (Wendy) Juntunen of
Ishpeming, Marian (Tom) Horter of Coopersville, MI, and Dawn Juntunen of
L'Anse; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two sister-in-laws,
Sylvia Moss and Joan Bird in Walsall, England; and cousin Pam (Jim)
Morrow in Pennsylvania.
Preceding her in death are her husband August in 1990; infant
daughter Judith Helen in 1965; brothers, Anthony, Roger, and Michael.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Internment
will be in the Ryecroft Cemetery in England. Jacobson Funeral Home in
L'Anse is assisting the family.
Friends may sign Daphne's guest book or send condolences at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com
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Brian E. Gasperich
Brian E. Gasperich, age 50 of Baraga
died Sunday, Nov. 18, 2007 at Marquette General Hospital.
Brian was born on Nov. 8, 1957 in Hancock, son to the late
Ernest and Ramona (Johnson) Gasperich. He graduated from Hancock High
School in 1975 where he enjoyed playing football and hockey. In 1977 he
married the former Marguerite Duxbury in Hancock. Brian worked for
Service Shop Cleaners until 1987 when he went to work for Ojibwa Casino
as Assistant Cage Manager. He retired from there in 2002 due to health
reasons.
Brian liked Packer football, computers and any electrical
gadgets, John Deere Tractors, Ford Diesel trucks, motorcycle riding, and
gambling in Las Vegas. He was a very intelligent and inquisitive person.
He loved his cats Lizzie and Shania.
Surviving are his wife Marguerite Gasperich of Baraga; step
mother Betty Gasperich of Ahmeek, MI; sisters Markay (Doug) Riippa of
Grand Rapids, MI, Molly Gasperich of Colorado; special friend, Lynn
(Randy) Haataja of L'Anse; nieces and nephews, Luke Simonson, Amanda
Simonson, Emily Riippa; cousins, numerous friends and extended family
members.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 24 at 11
a.m. at Jacobson Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to the
service. Rev. Bob White will officiate. Fellowship and lunch will follow
the service in The Gathering Room at the funeral home. Jacobson Funeral
Home of L'Anse is assisting the family.
Friends may sign Brian's guest book or send condolences at
www.jacobsonfuenralhome.com.
Stephen C. Baltic
Stephen C. Baltic, age 93, of
Escanaba passed away Saturday, Nov. 17, 2007 at Christian Park Health
Care Center in Escanaba.
He was born on February 7, 1914 in Wakefield, MI and was the
son of Michael and Stana (Bobich) Baltic. He graduated from Wakefield
High School in 1932 and then attended Northern Michigan University in
Marquette and graduated with his teaching degree in 1937. While at
Northern he lettered in three sports, football, basketball and track. He
then attended the University of Michigan and received his Master’s
Degree. Stephen served in the US Navy during WWII until he was honorably
discharged.
The former Dorothy Johnston married Stephen Baltic on Nov.
21, 1940. Stephen taught school in L’Anse and later in Escanaba serving
as principal of the high school and then as business manager of the
school until he retired in 1977. He was a member of St. Stephen’s
Episcopal Church, served on the church vestry, a member of the Golden K,
and the Michigan Retired Teacher’s Association. Stephen and his wife
Dorothy enjoyed square dancing and he was also a square dance caller at
the dances. Stephen C. Baltic is survived by: wife, Dorothy; daughter,
Betsy (Jon) Anderson of Rapid River; and son, Stephen A. Baltic. Four
grandchildren, Kim (Bill) Brady, Eric (Amy) Anderson, Stephen (Tamara)
Anderson and Kami (Joe) Harvey; eight great grandchildren and several
nieces and nephews
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one
sister and two brothers.
The family received friends on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007 at St.
Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Escanaba. Funeral services celebrating the
life of Stephen C. Baltic were held on Tuesday at the St. Stephen’s
Episcopal Church with Rev. Rayford Ray officiating. A luncheon followed
the funeral services in the church fellowship hall.
The Anderson Funeral Home is assisting the family and online condolences
can be sent to the family at
www.andersonfuneralhomes.net
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Aimo J. Hulkkonen
Aimo J. Hulkkonen, age 86, of
Nisula, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007 at Baraga County Memorial
Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit.
He was born on April 11, 1921 in Nisula, son of Henry
and Hilda (Juntunen) Hulkkonen. Aimo attended the local schools. During
WWII he served two and 1/2 years in the Army Air Force. As a tech
sergeant he was a flight engineer on AB.24 Bomber's. Hulkkonen saw
action in the South Pacific and participated in 45 combat missions.
After the war he owned and operated the Hulkkonen Farm,
a poultry and dairy operation, with his brothers, until retirement in
1997. He was best known as the "Egg Man" who would delivery eggs and
fresh produce to the four county area. He married the former Ruth
Kemppainen on Jan. 22, 1949 in Pelkie. Aimo's hobbies were photography,
gardening, planting sunflowers and delivering flowers to share with
people.
Surviving are his children Charles (Judy) Hulkkonen of
Nisula, Beverly Kunick of Hubbell, Lynne (Michael) Cadeau of L'Anse,
Carmen Harden of Alston; brothers Arthur (Mildred) Hulkkonen of Kaleva,
MI, Edward (Shirley) Hulkkonen of Nisula; sisters Sylvia Curtin of Lake
Linden, Mildred Lampinen of Atlantic Mine; 12 grandchildren; 11 great
grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Preceding him in death are his parents; wife Ruth;
son-in-laws James Harden and Dale Kunick; brothers Toivo, Gunnard, Urho,
Weikko, and Sulo; sisters Helmi Hospenthal and Linda Pirhonen Wade.
Visitation was held on Friday, Nov. 9 from 6-8 p.m. at
the Jacobson Funeral Home. The Baraga County Area Veterans conducted
military rites at 7 p.m. under the direction of the American Legion Post
444. The funeral service was held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Alston
Apostolic Church in Alston. There was visitation one hour prior to the
service at the church on Saturday. Pallbearers were grandchildren
Kenneth Hemmila Jr., Julie Hemmila, Chas, Jonathon, Zach, Tyler
Hulkkonen, and Mike Cadeau. The Jacobson Funeral Home of L'Anse is
assisting the family.
Friends may sign Aimo's guest book or send condolences
at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com.
Theodore G. Elmblad
Theodore G. Elmblad went to be
with his Lord on Nov. 7, 2007 in Sweetwater, TN.
Ted was born and raised in Skanee, the son of Danford
and Anna (Peterson) Elmblad on Jan. 15, 1924. He graduated from L'Anse
High School and Ferris University in Big Rapids, MI. He married Marie
Treadeau on April 5, 1945 at Sacred Heart Church in L'Anse. He served in
WWII as a Sergeant with the CIC in Japan. He retired from Michigan Cat
after 26 years, in 1986.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Marie; sons,
Ted (Charlene) of Ludington; David (Sandy) of Cannonsburg, MI; Kyle
(Barb) of Portage, MI; daughters, Melody (Charles) Gorton of Ravenna;
Priscilla (Douglas Friend) of Wyoming, MI; and Mary Hooper, of Wyoming,
MI. Seventeen grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Bernice
Borgen, and Rita (Douglas) Brennan; brother, Clyde (Alice) all of L'Anse;
numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly; and special
sister-in-law, Myrtice McIntyre of L'Anse.
He was preceded in death by his son, Danford and
daughter, Patricia; grandsons, Aaron Gorton and Steven Elmblad.
Mass of christian burial was held at Sacred Heart
Church in L'Anse on Saturday, Nov. 17 with Father George Maki
officiating. The rosary was recited at 10:30 a.m. followed by Mass at 11
a.m.
Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery in Wyoming, MI.
Joseph O'Leary
Joseph O'Leary passed into
eternity on Oct. 27, 2007, surrounded by his loving wife and family at
his home in East Lansing, MI.
Joseph O'Leary was born on July 11, 1927, in Lansing.
He married Justine Helen Bollman on Nov. 17, 1956, and together they
raised two sons and six daughters. Joseph worked for his father's
business, Silver Lead Paint Company, owned and managed O'Leary Paint
Store, and started O'Leary Real Estate in 1967, which he operated for
nearly 40 years. He served on the Lansing Board of Realtors until 2001,
was a long time board member and one-time President of Catholic Social
Services, and for 11 years he managed all real estate for the Diocese of
Lansing.
Joseph O'Leary is survived by "Judy", his beloved wife
of nearly 51 years, and by his children: Joseph P. (Betsy) O'Leary of
Keweenaw Bay; Anne (Scott) O'Leary-Kelly of Fayetteville, AR; Eileen
(Walter) Warthen of Parker, CO; Mary (Timothy) Ewals of Broomfield, CO;
Sharon (Becky Chapin) O'Leary of Ann Arbor, MI; Joanne (Terry) Milarch
of Fenton, MI; Colleen (Dana Munk) O'Leary of Grand Rapids, MI; Patrick
(Jennifer) O'Leary of Franklin, MI; and 15 wonderful grandchildren. He
is also survived by his brother David O'Leary, three other siblings and
numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He was laid to rest at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in
Lansing, near his parents Vincent and Genevieve O'Leary, and Judy's
parents Karl and Hilda Bollman.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Laura Genevieve Zeits
Laura Genevieve Zeits, 91, of
Baraga, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007 at the Baraga County
Memorial Hospital Skilled Nurs-ing Unit where she had been a resident
for the past three years.
Mrs. Zeits was born in Lake Leelanau, MI on July 21,
1916, the daughter of Simon and Isabelle (Plamondon) Hahnenberg. She
graduated from St. Mary's Catholic School in Lake Leelanau and attended
Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, MI. She married Frank Zeits on Dec. 2,
1939.
She was employed at the Leland Courthouse in the early years, and after
relocating to the Detroit area also worked as an inspector at the bomber
plant in Ypsilanti, MI, as a nurse aide, and in the finance department
at Wayne County General Hospital. Laura and her family moved to Baraga
in 1967. She was employed as a bookkeeping clerk for the Michigan
Department of Natural Resources in Baraga until her retirement in 1979
and spent her remaining years at home lovingly caring for her family.
Laura's wonderful "green thumb" and her musical piano playing talents
were always enjoyed by her family, friends and residents and staff of
BCMH SNU.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Frank,
children Joyce (Larry) Doele of Saline, MI, Alan of Tucson, AZ, Linda
(Daniel) Gilevich of Wayne, MI, Faye (Ray) Lozier of Baraga, and Frank
(Nikki) of Champion, MI; siblings Cecelia Bussey of Dearborn, MI,
Willard Hahnenberg of Paw Paw, MI and Rose Marie Schramski of Suttons
Bay, MI, 10 grandchildren, nine step-grandchildren, eight great
grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in
death by her parents Simon and Isabelle Hahnenberg, brothers Frederick,
Loren, and Edward, and sister Rita Egeler.
A memorial mass will be held on Monday, Nov. 12, at 11
a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Baraga. Visitation will be held one
hour prior to the service at the church. Fr. George Maki will officiate.
The family requests that memorials may be made to the Activities Fund at
BCMH Skilled Nursing Unit. The Jacobson Funeral Home of L'Anse is in
charge of arrangements.
Friends may sign Laura's guest book or send condolences
at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com.
Melvin L. Norback
Melvin L. Norback, 66, of
Covington, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2007, at the Covington Rest
Home, where he had been a resident for a week.
He was born in Watton, on Jan. 10, 1941, the son of the
late Waino and Mildred (Petinen) Norback. He was an equipment operator
for various logging companies in the area. Melvin married the former
Bonnie Rolloff and she preceded him in death in 1980. He enjoyed
pitching horseshoes, hunting, fishing, trapping, bowling, shooting pool
and playing ball.
Mr. Norback is survived by his son, Kevin Norback of
Covington, grandson, Tim Norback of Covington, brothers, Gerald (Jean)
Norback of Watton, Art (Sherry) Norback of Covington, Ray Norback of
Covington, and sister, Jeanette Lepola of Covington, and Cy Davel his
special friend of 22 years of Covington. Numerous other family members
also survive.
He was preceded in death by his son, Stuart, and his
daughter Peggy in 1973, and his sister, Judy Norback Keene.
A memorial service for Mr. Norback was held at 11 a.m.
on Friday, Nov. 2, 2007, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Covington with
Pastor Mark Reinsch officiating. The family greeted friends at the
church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Mr. Norback’s obituary may also be viewed and
condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net The family has entrusted the Reid Funeral Service
and Chapel, L’Anse, with arrangements.
Anna Marie Heikkinen Huhtasaari
Anna Marie Heikkinen Huhtasaari
went to be with the Lord on Oct. 31, 2007 peacefully at the Skilled
Nursing Unit at BCMH with her family at her side.
She was born on Dec. 23, 1914 in Askel, to Oscar and
Jenny (Backman) Heikkinen. She married Arne Huhtasaari in May of 1932
and they celebrated 56 years of marriage until his passing in Sept. of
1988. They lived in Detroit for 20 years moving back in 1971 to Askel
Hill were she since been life long residents.
"Gramma Anna" will always be remembered for her
laughter and her "polkas" at family events. She was incredibly
independent well into her 80's. She was wonderful to her grandchildren
(and their children) and her home was always the family gathering place
where she showered her family with love. Anna enjoyed quilting,
crocheting, flower gardening, and crafts. She was a member of Mission
United Lutheran Church, Martha's Circle, and the Red Hats.
Anna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband,
three sisters, Senia Huhtasaari, Trudy Fowler and Mae Siira, one brother
Ben Heikkinen.
She is lovingly remembered and survived by her sons
Clarence Huhtasaari and Ken (Eva) Huhtasaari of Askel Hill, Michael
(Phyllis) Huhtasaari of White Lake, MI and her daughter Shirley (Paul)
Kezele of Southfield, MI, 12 grandchildren, 29 great grand children, and
three great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by two loving
sisters, Sylvia Pesola of Elo, and Elmi "Beda" Borro of Marquette, along
with many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 3, at 1
p.m. at Mission United Lutheran Church in Pelkie. Visitation was one
hour prior to the service at the church. Pastor John Autio will
officiate. Burial will be in the Elo Cemetery. Her grandsons Jeffery,
Ken, Doug, and Dennis Isaacson, Ken, Karl and Tim Huhtasaari will serve
as pallbearers. The Jacobson Funeral Home in L'Anse is assisting the
family.
Friends may sign Anna's guest book or send condolences
at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
James P. McMullin Jr.
James P. McMullin Jr., age 85
of L'Anse passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2007 at Baraga County
Memorial Hospital Skilled Nurse Unit.
He was born on Aug. 14, 1922 in Bessemer, son of the
late Jim and Janyce (Slosson) McMullin Sr. Jim was raised in Pequaming
and graduated from Pequaming High School in 1942; where he was a
basketball player. He was in the US Navy from October, 1942 to March,
1946 during WWII. He married the former Delores Lindberg on Jan. 2, 1946
in Minneapolis, MN. Jim worked for CCI from 1953 to 1987.
They resided in L'Anse where his community
contributions included his service on the Baraga county Federal Credit
Union Board of Directors where he was past president for nine years;
L'Anse school board of education for 16 years where he was past
president and treasurer; former L'Anse Area Schools Athletic Director
and was assistant hockey coach for the LHS Hornet team. His love for
hockey was revealed as he coached the local Bantam and Midget teams to
state championships. In 1994 he was selected as the L'Anse Area Schools
Distinguished Alumnus Award recipient.
He was a member of the L'Anse Baptist Church and the
American Legion Post 144.
Surviving are his wife Delores of L'Anse; children,
James McMullin of Garland, TX, DeeDee (Walter) Payne of Flint, MI, John
(Ann) McMullin of L'Anse, Barbara (John) Turpeinen of Alston, Victoria
(Chad) Wierenga of Linden, MI; grandchildren, Jolie (Dave Jullian)
Miller, John (Angela) Turpeinen, John (Melanie) McMullin, Jamie (Kelly)
McMullin, Nicole (Nathan) Chylek, William (Shanna) McMullin, Joey
(Holly) McMullin, Maria (Norm) Haataja, Jessica (Neil) Sandlin, Heidi
Turpeinen, Britta (Jason) Grissom, Nathan (Tina Sanregret) Turpeinen,
David Payne, Abigail Turpeinen, Jacob, Michael, Matthew, and Cayla
Wierenga; 37 great grandchildren; aunt Audrey Johanson of Duluth, MN;
four sisters-in-laws, Dorothy McMullin, Marlys McMullin, Elva McMullin,
Edythe Falck; several cousins and 45 nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death are his brothers, Thomas, John and Gerald
McMullin; sisters Rhea St. Jacque, Elizabeth Klein; grandsons Scott and
Chadwick Wierenga; and great granddaughter Jaycie Grissom.
Visitation was held on Sunday, Oct. 28 from 4-8 p.m. at
Jacobson Funeral Home. The funeral service was held on Monday at 11 a.m.
at L'Anse Baptist Church with visitation one hour prior to the service
at the church. Pastor Gerald Bishop officiated. Burial was in the
Pequaming Cemetery. The Baraga County Area Veterans will be conducting
military rites at the cemetery under the direction of the American
Legion Post 444. The Jacobson Funeral Home of L'Anse is assisting the
family.
Friends may sign Jim's guest book or send condolences
at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com.
Trevor W. Rajala
Trevor W. Rajala, age 5, of
Ishpeming, passed away suddenly Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007, at Bell
Memorial Hospital, Ishpeming.
He was born in Ishpeming on Sept. 30, 2002, the son of
Wayne Rajala and Jolene Foy. Trevor was a brave little boy who in spite
of his physical illness always had a smile on his face.
Trevor is survived by his parents, Wayne Raj ala of
Watton, and Jolene Foy of Ishpeming, brothers, Dan Rantanen of Ishpeming
and Eric Rajala of Stevens Pte, WI and sister, Alexa Rajala of Pestigo,
WI, paternal grandparents Leona and Francis Rajala of Watton, maternal
grandparents, Jim Foy of Covington, and Helen Robillard of L’Anse.
Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives also survive.
Funeral services for Trevor will be held at 1 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007, at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse,
with Pastor Jerry Bishop officiating. Interment will take place in the
Covington Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral
chapel on Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of the service. Following the
service, the family invites friends to join them for fellowship and a
luncheon in the Harrington Gathering room, located at the funeral home.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, donations in
Trevor’s memory may be directed to the family c/o Jolene Foy. Envelopes
will be available at the funeral chapel or mailed to the Reid Funeral
Service and Chapel, P.O. Box 81, L’Anse, MI. 49946. The Reid Funeral
Service and Chapel, L’Anse has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Trevor’s obituary may also be viewed and condolences
sent to the family at www.rfsc.net
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Philip K. Numinen
Philip K. Numinen, 74, of
Michigamme, died Thursday morning, Oct. 18, 2007 at the DJ Jacobetti
Home for Veterans in Marquette.
Phil was born on Sept. 23, 1933 at Three Lakes to the late Earl and
Hilma (Ketola) Numinen. He was a graduate of Northern Michigan
University and held a master’s degree from the University of Michigan.
While at NMU he played football, basketball and participated on the ski
and track teams.
Phil served his country in the United States Army from
1952 to 1954 in Japan.
He began a long and distinguished career with the
Michigan Department of Public Health in 1958. He moved through a variety
of positions including with the United States Public Health Service in
New York.
In 1964 he began working with the Michigan Commission
on Aging and was appointed to the White House Conference on Aging.
Phil was also employed at Northern Michigan University’s Employment
Training Program as an Associate Professor of Health Education. In 1970
he returned to Lansing to work with the Department of Social Services
from where he retired in 1989.
He served on the American and Michigan Public Health
Associations, the Michigan Society of Gerontology, where he served as
secretary for ten years, and numerous other civic and local
organizations, including the Elks, the VFW, Greenwood American Legion
Post #114 and Lansing Masonic Lodge #33.
Phil was presented with a House of Representatives
Resolution #87 on March 22, 1989 on the occasion of his retirement from
the State of Michigan.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 31 years,
Verna Johnson and also a brother, Donald Numinen.
Survivors include three sons, Earl C. Numinen and his
fiancée, Jennifer Cevigney of Michigamme, Karl (Karen) Numinen of
Humboldt and Nickolas (Alicia) Numinen of L’Anse; also eight
grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
An open house to celebrate Phil’s life will take place
on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Numinen camp on Lake Ruth.
Members of Greenwood American Legion Post #114 will provide military
honors and flag presentation at 2 p.m.
Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.
Phil’ obituary can also be viewed at
www.canalefuneral.com
where relatives and friends may leave a note of remembrance.
The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the
family.
Patricia Ann Wisniewski
Patricia Ann Wisniewski, 61, of
Nashotah, WI. and former resident of Baraga, passed away Friday, Oct.
19, 2007, at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI.
She was born on Sept. 21, 1946 in Ishpeming, daughter
of the late Gordon and Lillian (Pihlaja) Rock. Patricia was married to
Carl Hendrickson and he preceded her in death. She married Gerald
Wisniewski in L'Anse in 2003. Patricia had worked as a secretary at
Michigan Tech University. She was a member of the L’Anse Girls Red Hat
Society and a past member of A.A.A.P.F.
Patricia will be remembered by those who knew her as a
sweet soul who had a propensity for touching the hearts of those she
met. Her love for life extended across a whole range of activities
including, boating, gardening and especially painting. In addition, she
had a passion for minerals and crystals, which were something that was
part of her everyday life. Her zest for life and uplifting presence will
be deeply missed by family and close friends. The number of which is
considerable. She was an inspiration for many and will live in the
hearts of those who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Mrs. Wisniewski is survived by her loving husband,
Gerald, son, Carl Ladd (Megan) Hendrickson, grandchildren, Makenna Maye,
Nolan Ladd and Allyson Paige Hendrickson, and sisters, Betty Matz and
Rita Burra.
A memorial service honoring Mrs. Wisniewski will be
held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007 at the Reid Funeral Service and
Chapel, L'Anse with Rev. Jeanette Ruusi officiating. The family will
receive friends at the funeral chapel on Saturday from 2 p.m. until time
of the service. Following the service, friends are invited to join
the family for fellowship and a luncheon at Best Western Baraga Lakeside
Inn.
The family has entrusted the Reid Funeral Service
and Chapel, L'Anse with arrangements. Mrs. Wisniewski's obituary may
also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
William "Butch" Heikkinen
William "Butch" Heikkinen, age
79 of Keweenaw Bay passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007 at Baraga
County Memorial Skilled Nurse Unit.
He was born on July 23, 1928 in Atlantic Mine, MI son
of William and Lillian (Matero) Heikkinen. Bill graduated from Jeffers
High School in 1946 and Michigan Tech in 1961 with a degree in business.
Bill was in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a
lumber inspector and then Foreman for Northern Hard-woods and Mead.
Bill was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Baraga. He enjoyed
reading, gardening, hunting, fishing, making wood, berry picking, and
dancing. He loved spending time with his kids and grandkids.
Surviving are his wife Harriet of Baraga; children
David (Candice) Heikkinen of Tapiola and their children Jason, Kelly,
and Christina; Craig (Sherri) Heikkinen of Fort Worth, TX and their
children Cati and Hailey; Cindy Heikkinen of Lincoln, California and her
children Nicole and Terrence Gerard; Sue (Jim) Wilson of Baraga and
their children Christine, Jennifer, and Tim; Robert (Mary Lou) Heikkinen
of Marquette and their children Louis and Hailey; Paula (Tom) Rocco of
Houghton and their children Jackie and Cassie.
Preceded in death are his father William "Buppa" and
mother Lillian "Kaija", son Peter, and brother Lee Roy "Doikes".
Visitation was on Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at the Jacobson
Funeral Home. Baraga County Area Veterans conducted military rites at
6:30 p.m. under the direction of the American Legion Post 444. The
funeral service was on Monday at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church
in Baraga with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church.
Rev. Ted Koehl officiated. Internment was in Keweenaw Bay Cemetery. The
Jacobson Funeral Home of L'Anse is assisting the family.
Friends may sign Butch's guest book or send condolences
at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com.
Ruth "Sis" Sands
Ruth "Sis" Sands, age 88 of
L'Anse passed away on Friday, Oct. 11, 2007 at Marquette General
Hospital.
Sis was born on Dec. 7, 1918 in L'Anse daughter Euclid
and Flora (Trudeau) LeDuc. She graduated Valedictorian of her class in
1936 from L'Anse High School. Sis attended St. Scholastica College in
Duluth, MN for two years prior to entering the US Navy. She was in the
US Navy from 1943-46. Sis married George Glen Sands on June 8, 1946 at
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. She worked as a secretary for 15 years,
retiring in 1997.
She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in
L'Anse and American Legion Post 144, and the WAVES.
Surviving are her children Glen Patrick (Susan) Sands
of DePere, WI; Gary Michael (Lisa) Sands of Marquette; William Peter
(Karin) Sands of Green Bay, WI; Katherine Mary Marchi of Green Bay, WI;
Mary Flora Sands of Cleveland, WI; Anne Therese (Steven) Koski of
L'Anse; and Carol Marie (Mark) Emblad of St. Ignace, MI; sister Barbara
LaBerge of Menominee; 20 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren.
Preceded in death are her husband Glen Sands; sister
Margaret Bergan; and son-in-law Mark Marchi.
Visitation was on Sunday, Oct. 14 from 12-3 p.m. at the
Jacobson Funeral Home. The rosary was recited at 2 p.m. on Sunday. The
funeral mass of Christian burial was on Monday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. at
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church with visitation one hour prior to the
service. Fr. Augustin George officiated. Burial was in the L'Anse
Evergreen Cemetery where the Baraga County Area Veterans will be
conducting military rites under the direction of the American Legion
Post 444.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the "New
piano fund" at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in memory of Glen and Sis
Sands.
Onnie H. Nulu
Onnie H. Nulu, 89, of Baraga,
passed away Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007 at Shulstad Leisure Living in
Baraga.
He was born in Baraga on Feb. 28, 1918 son of the late
John and Mary (Lampinen) Nulu. Onnie attended school in Baraga. He was a
self-employed tool and die maker. His skill and talent was in demand and
for a while had worked for Boeing Aircraft Company and Pettibone
Corpora-tion. He preferred, however, to work in his own machine shop and
work the family farm on Gristmill Road in Baraga. Onnie also enjoyed
traveling, and liked animals, especially dogs.
Mr. Nulu is survived by his sister, Esther Taurianen of
Redford, MI., six nieces, and two nephews. He was preceded in death by
sisters, Elma, Edna, and Eleanor, and brothers, John and Arthur.
Funeral services for Mr. Nulu were held at 11 a.m.
Monday, Oct. 15, 2007 at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse
with Pastor John Autio officiating. Interment took place in the Pelkie
Cemetery. The family received friends at the funeral chapel on Monday
from 10 a.m. until time of the service. Memorials in Mr. Nulu's honor
may be directed to the Copper Country Humane Society or Baraga County
Home Care and Hospice.
The family has entrusted the Reid Funeral Service and
Chapel, L'Anse with arrangements. Mr. Nulu's obituary may also be viewed
and condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Ruby M. Mannikko
Ruby M. Mannikko, 80, of Watton,
passed away shortly after admittance Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2007, at Baraga
County Memorial Hospital, L’Anse.
She was born in Pickford, MI. on March 3, 1927 daughter
of the late James and Ella (Rapson) Fountain. Ruby graduated from
Pickford High School in 1945. She married Roy Mannikko on April 22, 1950
in Sault St. Marie, MI. Ruby was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church,
Covington. She enjoyed cooking, canning, making crafts, sewing,
crocheting and raising chickens.
Mrs. Mannikko is survived by her loving husband, Roy,
children, James (Candy) Mannikko of Painsdale, MI, Michael (Rebecca)
Mannikko of Appleton, WI, Bruce (Shelly) Mannikko of Bay City, MI, Ellen
(Kevin) Shultz of Rhinelander, WI, and Jill (Craig) Olesnevich of
Stafford, VA, grandchildren, Donald, Corrine, Jaremy, Stephen, and
Jacob, five great-grandchildren, sisters, Jean Wyllie of Los Angeles,
and Wilma Lindbergh of San Francisco. Numerous nieces, nephews, and
cousins also survive. She was preceded in death by two children, Donald,
and Dale, two brothers, Raymond, and Glen, and four sisters, Margaret,
Orma, Reva, and Glenda.
Funeral services for Mrs. Mannikko were held at 1 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Covington with
Pastor Mark Reinsch officiating. Interment took place in the Covington
Cemetery. The family received friends at the church on Saturday from
noon until time of the service.
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse, has been
entrusted with arrangements. Mrs. Mannikko’s obituary may also be viewed
and condolences sent to www.rfsc.net
Impi I. Niemi
Impi I. Niemi, 84, of Pelkie
passed away suddenly Thursday, Oct. 4, 2007, at Baraga County Memorial
Hospital.
She was born in Pelkie on Oct. 27, 1922 daughter of the
late William and Hilma (Hamilianen) Lappala. Impi attended school in
Pelkie. She married Paul Niemi in Hancock on Aug. 14, 1943. Together,
they worked the farm, tending to dairy cattle and other farm animals.
Mr. Niemi preceded her in death in 1982. In her leisure time, Impi loved
to garden and care for her family.
Mrs. Niemi is survived by her loving children, David
(Cheryl) Niemi of Chassell, Raymond (Cindy) Niemi of Pelkie, Carol (Ken)
Friess of Menominee, and Judith (Howard) Lister of Chassell,
grandchildren, Krystal, Jason, Michael, Raymond Jr., Marcus, Pamela,
Jenifer, Janice, Julie, Jessica, and Jon, great-grandchildren, David
Price, Jaclyn, Jade, Jeffrey, Taylor, Justina, Jackson, Dylan, Paul, and
Derrian, and her brother, Emil (Ethel) Lappala of Chassell. She was
preceded in death by her granddaughter, Stacey in 2001.
Funeral services for Mrs. Niemi were held at 11 a.m.
Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse
with Pastor John Autio officiating. Interment took place in the Askel
Cemetery. The family greeted friends at the funeral chapel on Monday
from 10 a.m. until time of the service. Following the service, the
family invited friends to join them in a farewell reception and luncheon
in the Harrington Gathering room located at the funeral home.
The family has entrusted the Reid Funeral Service and
Chapel, L’Anse, with arrangements. Mrs. Niemi’s obituary may also be
viewed and condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net.
L. Edward Maki
L. Edward Maki, 76, of
Streamwood, IL, died Sept. 17, 2007.
Edward was born in Elo (Portage Township), MI, on March 28, 1931, son of
Leonard and Sophia (Autio) Maki.
He was a Korean war veteran and a member of AmVets Post
277, Streamwood, IL. He liked woodworking and really enjoyed telling
jokes.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ellen (Salo) formerly of L’Anse.
His children, Karen Miller of Carpentersville, IL; Glen (Susan) Maki of
Elgin, IL; Kim Maki of Elgin, IL; and Gene Maki of Columbus, OH.
Grandchildren, Amanda Miller, Stephanie (Jason) Duncan, Richard Miller
IV, Eric and Stephanie Maki; sister, Eleanor Dacko of Florida, Eugene
and Edwin Maki of Elo, and G. Earl Maki of Owosso, MI.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister
Ethel Haka.
Funeral services were held Sept. 21, 2007. Burial was
in Lakewood Memorial Park in Elgin, IL.
Jesse James Jaukkuri
Jesse James Jaukkuri, age 23,
of Baraga, died Thursday evening Oct. 4, 2007 following a boating
accident on the Portage Canal in Houghton.
He was born in L'Anse on April 10, 1984 the son of
Peter and Jo-Ann (Lamson) Jaukkuri. Jesse graduated from Baraga High
School in 2002. He was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, Baraga and
the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. Jesse enjoyed playing video games,
doing artistic drawing, and singing. He prided himself in using
"correct" English. Jesse was a friend to all that knew him.
Jesse is survived by his parents, Jo-Ann Jaukkuri of
Baraga, and Peter Jaukkuri of Baraga, brothers Peter Jr., and Joseph,
sisters, Danielle, Elizabeth, and Vikki, grandmother, Marge Giddings of
Baraga, niece, Breonna and nephew, Jordin. Numerous cousins also
survive.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gary "Poncho" Giddings,
paternal grandparents, Paul and Melvina Jaukkuri, and his great
grandmother, Marie Kemppainen.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11
a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007 at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Baraga with
Father George Maki, Celebrant. Interment will take place in the Assinins
Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, Oct. 12, 2007 from
6 until 8 p.m. with a parish prayer service at 7 p.m. at the Reid
Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse and for one hour prior to the Mass at
the church on Saturday.
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse has been
entrusted with funeral arrangements. Jesse's obituary may also be viewed
and condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Joseph “Jerry” LaJoye
Joseph “Jerry” LaJoye, age 85,
of Royal Oak, formerly of Baraga, died on Aug. 23, 2007.
He was the loving husband of the late Eleanor. Dearest
father of Catherine (and the late John) Jump, Jean Jump, and Russ (Pam)
LaJoye. Dear grandfather of Nikki, Tony, Brad, and Bryan and great
grandfather of Ella and Shelby. He is also survived by his sister Helen
(Pete) Malega and brother James LaJoye.
He served in the US Army during WWII and belonged to
the Baraga American Legion Post. He was a life member and Past Grand
Knight of the Knights of Columbus. He also enjoyed visiting the casinos
whenever possible.
Arrangements were through the Hopcroft Funeral Home,
Madison Heights, MI. On line condolences can be sent to
www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Verna Hjordis Ellen Johnson
Verna Hjordis Ellen Johnson,
69, of Ishpeming, died Saturday evening, Sept. 15, 2007 at the Marquette
County Medical Care Facility in Ishpeming.
Verna was born on Feb. 26, 1938 at Trout Creek to the
late Walter and Saima (Helin) Johnson. She was a 1956 graduate of
Ishpeming High School and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from
Northern Michigan University in Social Work.
Verna also held a Master’s Degree in Public Health
Adminis-tration from the University of Michigan, which she attained in
1978. She previously worked for the Michigan Department of Public Health
in Lansing as the director of Crippled Children’s Services.
Verna later moved to the Upper Peninsula where she
worked with Bell Hospital as an administrator. After her retirement from
Bell, she joined the Peace Corp., serving three years in the Phillipines.
Upon her return from the Phillipines, she enrolled at NMU and attained a
teaching certificate and served as a substitute teacher at Marquette
County schools.
Verna was an avid outdoors enthusiast where she enjoyed
hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing. She also enjoyed traveling.
She is survived by Philip Numinen, her husband of 30
years, and their three sons, Earl C. Numinen and his fiancé, Jennifer
Cevigney of Michigamme, Karl (Karen) Numinen of Humboldt and Nickolas
(Alicia) Numinen of L’Anse; one sister, Sheila (Mike) Etelamaki of
Bonita Springs, FL; also eight grandchildren and several nieces and
nephews. Preceding her in death besides her parents was a brother,
Norman Johnson.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 11
a.m. in Bethel Lutheran Church, Ishpeming with the Rev. Lauri Maki
officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Finlandia University,
Hancock.
Verna’s obituary can also be viewed at
www.canalefuneral.com
where relatives and friends may leave a note of remembrance.
The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family
with arrangements.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Mary E. Richard
Mary E. Richard, 61, of 2592
Werner Street, Marquette, entered eternal life Saturday evening, Sept.
15, 2007, at her home, in the comfort and loving care of her family and
the caregivers of UP Home Health and Hospice.
Mary was born on Feb. 14, 1946, in L’Anse, a daughter
of John and Gladys (Liimatainen) Chaudier. She was raised in L’Anse, and
upon high school graduation, enrolled at Northern Michigan University
where she received an associate degree. On April 30, 1966, she married
Allen A. Richard at St. Louis the King Catholic Church in Harvey and
together the couple established their home and raised their family in
Marquette. A stay at home mom, while her girls were young, Mary was
voluntarily employed at several positions at St. Christopher’s
Elementary School. At one point she worked part-time, for seven years at
the office of Stephen Hyde, DDS as a receptionist. She was later
employed at Northern Michigan University’s Bookstore, retiring in 2004
after 25 years of service. Mary was a member of St. Christopher Catholic
Church and altar society, assisting at such parish functions as pasty
sales, receptions, and funeral luncheons. In her leisure, she enjoyed
following the activities of her grandsons, gardening, and loved going to
the casino and garage sales.
Mary is survived by her loving husband of 41 years,
Allen; her loving daughters, Cassandra Leigh (Charles) Temple of
Tiverton, RI, Suzanne Mary (Kenneth) Lancour of Marquette, and Beth
Alexandria (Robert) Atkins of Kalamazoo. Also, the greatest joys in her
life, the grandsons she adored; Allen Michael Lancour, Aaron James
Lancour, Jacob Arthur Atkins, Wyatt Everett Atkins, and Shane Anthony
Temple. Also surviving are brothers, John A. (Jacquelin) Chaudier of
Ventura, CA, Joseph A. (Doris) Chaudier of L’Anse, David A. (Jean)
Chaudier of Gwinn, William M. (Paige) Chaudier and Thomas G. (Karen)
Chaudier both of Negaunee, and Frederick R. Chaudier of Nashville, TN; a
sister-in-law, Faye Chaudier of Baraga; and a brother-in-law, Wayne
Young of Negaunee; 25 nieces and nephews; and several great nieces and
nephews.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death
by her very special grandson, Anthony Robert Atkins; her only sister,
Marlene Young; and brothers, Dennis W. Chaudier and Durwyn J. Chaudier.
Friends may call at St. Christopher Catholic Church on
Wednesday, Sept. 19, beginning at 11 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Wednesday afternoon with Rev. Jeff Johnson
as celebrant. Burial will be made in the Holy Cross Cemetery with family
members serving as escorts. A reception for family and friends will be
held in the church fellowship hall.
The Fassbender Funeral Home is serving the family.
Condolences may be expressed online at
www.fassbenderfuneralhome.com
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Frances E. Henkes
Frances E. Henkes, 94,
passed away on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2007 at Sanford Foundation Hospice
College in Sioux Falls, SD.
On Jan. 12, 1943, Frances was united in marriage with
Kermit Henkes in Peoria, IL. Following their marriage they lived in
Jefferson, IA and Belle Vista, AR before moving to Sioux Falls in 1979.
Grateful for having shared her life are her husband,
Kermit; daughters, Ann Forster, Sioux Falls, Chris (Bill) Hertel,
Alexandria, VA; two grandchildren, Jason Hertel, granddaughter, Julie
Person and a great grandson, Connor Person; two sisters, two brothers;
and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents a
sister, and two brothers.
In accordance with her wishes, Frances has bequested
her body to the University of South Dakota School of Medicine. Memorial
services will be added at a later date. For obituary and on-line
registry, visit www.millerfh.com
Kermit Henkes
Kermit Henkes, 98, of Sioux
Falls, died Sunday, Sept. 9, 2007, at Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD.
He was born on Dec. 8, 1908, to Charles and Nell
(Anderson) Henkes at Galesburg, IL. He graduated from Peoria High
School, and attended Bradley University.
Kermit was united in marriage with Frances Elmblad on
Jan. 12, 1943 in Peoria, IL. Following their marriage, they lived in
Jefferson, IA from 1943 until 1972. After retiring as a manufacturing
agent, they then moved to Belle Vista, AR before moving to Sioux Falls,
SD in 1979.
He was a member of the Morningstar Lodge #159 of
Jefferson, IA; High Twelve Club in Sioux Falls and Peace Lutheran Church
in Sioux Falls.
Grateful for having shared his life are his daughters,
Ann Forster, Sioux Falls, Chris (Bill) Hertel, Arlington, VA; two
grandchildren, Jason Hertel, and Julie Person and a great grandson
Connor Person.
He was preceded in death by his wife Frances; parents;
two infant grandchildren; and son-in-law Brad Forster.
Private memorial services will be held at a later date.
For obituary and on-line registry, visit
www.millerfh.com
Morris Fred "Buggs" Clish, Jr.
Morris Fred "Buggs" Clish, Jr.,
64, of 416 Michigan Avenue, Baraga, entered eternal life Friday evening,
Sept. 7, 2007, at Marquette General Hospital.
Buggs was born on June 24, 1943, in Mt Clemens, a son
of Morris Fred and Elizabeth Margaret (Collins) Clish, Sr. He was a
graduate of the East Detroit High School, class of 1962. For over 20
years, Buggs was employed as an over the road truck driver with the
Overnight Company. He was a member of the L'Anse Eagles Club #2287, the
Masonic Lodge, and a former member of the L'Anse Moose Lodge. In his
leisure, he enjoyed following NASCAR.
Survivors include his son, Wayne Clish of L'Anse; two
grandchildren, Christopher and Alisha Clish of Warren; two sisters,
Phyllis (Clyde) Akers of Avoca and Sally (Jim) Reich residing in
Alabama; two brothers, Frederick (Jean) Clish of Warren and Paul Clish
of Walled Lake. In addition to his parents, Buggs was preceded in death
by his wife, Rose Mary in 1994; and by a brother, Leonard Clish in 2000.
Honoring Buggs' request, no services will be scheduled.
Inurnment will be made at Christian Memorial. Condolences may be
express-ed online at
www.fassbenderfuneralhome.com
Louise M. Ferguson
Louise M. Ferguson, 93, of
L'Anse, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2007 at Baraga County Memorial
Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit. Her passing came after a lengthy illness.
Louise was born in New Baden, IL, on Jan. 1, 1914,
daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Bedeau) Louwaerts. She
resided in Detroit for many years and worked as a line operator for the
Sanders Candy Company. Louise retired from Sanders in 1976 after 22
years of service. She married William Todd in Detroit in 1934. He
preceded her in death in 1980. In 1993, Louise moved to Baraga to be
with her daughter. She loved to be in the garden, enjoyed picking
blueberries and spending time at Otter Lake.
Mrs. Ferguson is survived by her loving daughter Peggy
(Howard) Laitala of Baraga, six grandchildren Michael, Elaine, Dan,
Linda, Edward, and Cheryl Laitala, step-grandchildren Elissa and Johnny,
great-grandchildren Michael, Matthew, Ryan, Rory, Regan, and Easton. She
was preceded in death by a daughter in 1953 and one brother.
Funeral services for Mrs. Ferguson will be held at 1
p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007 at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200
5 Mile Road, Livonia, MI. Interment will be in the Parkview Memorial
Cemetery in Livonia.
The family received friends in L'Anse on Monday, Sept.
10, 2007 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel,
L'Anse, who has been entrusted with service arrangements. Mrs.
Ferguson's obituary may also be viewed and condolences expressed to the
family at www.frsc.net.
Marilyn A. Corbiser
Marilyn A. Corbiser, 62 of
Gaylord died Saturday, Sept. 1, 2007.
Marilyn was the daughter of Helen and Wilfred Carriere
of Baraga. She was born in Ann Arbor on Feb. 7, 1945, raised in Baraga,
and ultimately relocated to Gaylord in 1975. Over the years Marilyn had
worked at the Gaylord Opportunity Center Resale Shop and the Otsego
Club. She enjoyed helping care for her great granddaughter.
Mrs. Corbiser is survived by her son Mark (Ann)
Corbiser, her sister Nelda Carrier, a sister in law Clayre
Carriere, three grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, three nieces
and a nephew.
Mrs. Corbiser was preceded in death by her parents
Helen and Wilfred Carriere of Baraga, and brother Russell Carriere.
Friends may offer their condolences to the family
through the Nelson Funeral Home, PO Box 1548, Gaylord MI 49734 or online
at
www.nelsonsfuneralhome.com
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Margaret M. Archambeau
Margaret M. Archambeau, age 91
formerly of Baraga passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2007 at the Bishop
Noa Home for Senior Citizens in Escanaba, MI where she had been residing
since 1998.
She was born on Oct. 10, 1915 in Baraga, daughter to
the late George and Anna (Butala) Ellenich. Margaret attended school in
Baraga. She married Leo Archambeau on May 2, 1933 in Baraga. Margaret
had various jobs in the community. Margaret enjoyed playing cards,
baking, cooking, and loved her grandchildren.
She was a very active member of St. Ann's Catholic
Church, the Altar Society and the Catholic Lady Foresters and served as
St. Ann's Sacristan for many years.
Surviving are her sons James (Patricia) Archambeau of
Wells, MI, Russell (Donna) Archambeau of Gladstone; daughters Mary
(George) Skuggen of Avon Lake, OH, Betty Jean (Russell) Barger of White
Pine, Ann (Kermit) Larson of Gladstone; 12 grandchildren; 16 great
grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren.
Preceded in death are her husband Leo in 1997;
grandsons James and Robert Archambeau; sisters Rose Clisch and Angeline
Wadaga; and six brothers.
A mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, Aug. 31
at 11 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Baraga. Visitation was one
hour prior to the service at the church. Fr. Tom Schmeid officiated.
Burial was in the Baraga Cemetery. The Jacobson Funeral Home of L'Anse
is assisting the family.
Friends may sign Margaret's guest book or send
condolences at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com.
Scott J. Van Abel
Scott J. Van Abel, 41, of
L'Anse passed away suddenly Sunday, Sept. 2, 2007 at his residence.
He was born in L'Anse on June 27, 1966, the son of John
C. and Patricia (Collins) Van Abel. Scott attended school in L'Anse and
was a lifetime resident.
He was a long time member of the Fraternal Order of
Eagles Aerie 2287 in L'Anse. Scott was a skilled saw filer at Besse
Forest Products Inc. in Baraga. He was an avid fan of NASCAR, and the
Minnesota Vikings football team, loved animals, fishing, and camping at
the mouth of the Huron. Scott was most comfortable when he was in the
woods.
Scott is survived by his father John C. VanAbel of Calumet, his loving
mother Patty VanAbel of L'Anse, sister Maureen VanAbel of L'Anse, his
grandfather Paul VanAbel also of L'Anse, numerous aunts, uncles, three
nephews and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal
grandparents, paternal grandmother, one aunt and one uncle.
A celebration of Scott's life will be held Friday,
Sept. 7, 2007 at 5 p.m, at the Eagles Club on US 41 in L'Anse.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Reid Funeral
Service and Chapel, L'Anse, MI. Scott's obituary may be viewed and
condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
John Patrick "Jack" Marinich
John Patrick "Jack" Marinich,
69, of L'Anse, passed away Saturday morning, Aug. 25, 2007 at Baraga
County Memorial Hospital following a lengthy illness.
Jack was born in L'Anse on Dec. 31, 1937, son of the
late John and Agnes (Campeau) Marinich. Jack attended high school in
L'Anse and was a 1956 graduate. He worked for a time at the Celotex
plant, later for the old Chevrolet garage as a mechanic. Jack then was
employed by the UP Power Company in 1970 until retiring in 1993. On June
18, 1960, he married the former Carol Richmond at the Sacred Heart
Church in L'Anse. In his leisure time, Jack enjoyed woodworking,
crafting items from cabinets to birdhouses. He was a member of Sacred
Heart Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and the International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
Jack is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Carol,
son Patrick John of L'Anse, and daughter Chris Ann Nelson of Tempe, AZ,
brothers James Marinich and special friend Lynn of Ishpeming, Roger
(Kathy) Marinich of Kingsford, MI, Lee Marinich and special friend Nancy
of L'Anse. He is also survived by honorary grandchildren Emily and
Johnny, brother-in-law Michael (Jaynie), many aunts, uncles, nieces,
nephews and cousins. Jack was preceded in death by his son David Michael
in 1986.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. on
Tuesday Aug. 28, 2007 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr.
Augustin George, celebrant. Interment will take place in L'Anse
Evergreen Cemetery. The family received friends at the church Monday
evening, Aug. 27, 2007 from 6 until 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 a.m.
until the mass. A Knights of Columbus rosary service was held on Monday
evening at 7:30 p.m. at the church. In lieu of other expressions of
sympathy, the family suggests memorials in Jack's honor to the Sacred
Heart School.
The family has entrusted the Reid Funeral Service and
Chapel with arrangements. Jack's obituary may be viewed and condolences
sent to www.rfsc.net
Jack E. Lampsa
Jack E. Lampsa, age 82 of
L'Anse passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2007 at Baraga County
Memorial Hospital.
He was born on Nov. 10, 1924 in Osceola, MI son of the
late John and Ellen (Matson) Lampsa. He grew up in Dollar Bay. Jack was
in the US Army during WWII from March of 1943 to December 1945. After
his time in the service he resided in Milwaukee for several years;
moving to L'Anse in 1982.
Jack enjoyed fishing, hunting, and was an avid sports
fan. He was a life member of the VFW Post 3897, American Legion Post
144, and the Laborers Inter-national Union of North America Local 1329.
Surviving is his brother Ray Lampsa of Vero Beach, FL;
special friend Frances Brunet of L'Anse; and several nieces, nephews,
and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his brother James Lampsa.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 29
at 7 p.m. at Jacobson Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to
the service at the funeral home. Rev. Dean Franz will officiate.
Fellowship and lunch will follow at the Sharing Room at the Jacobson
Funeral Home.
Burial will be in the L'Anse Evergreen Cemetery on
Thursday, Aug. 30 at 11 a.m. with the Baraga County Area Veterans
conducting military rites under the direction of American Legion Post
444.
Friends may sign Jack's guest book or send condolences
at
www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com The Jacobson Funeral Home of
L'Anse is assisting the family.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Bruce A. Budreau
Bruce A. Budreau, 71 of Nisula,
passed away Friday morning Aug. 17, 2007 at Marquette General Hospital
following a brief illness.
Bruce was born on Aug. 8, 1936 in Ann Arbor, MI., son
of the late Percy and Helen (Adams) Budreau. He attended school in
Chelsea, MI. He served his country and was a US Army veteran.
Bruce moved to the Nisula area in 1976 and was employed
as a bricklayer in the construction business until ill health forced his
retirement in 1983. On Dec. 22, 1979, he married the former Joyce Maki
in Chassell.
Bruce was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church
in L'Anse and a member of the Bricklayers and Allied Crafts Union. Bruce
was a person with numerous interests including motorcycles, fishing,
cards, visiting the casino and rebuilding tractors. He had a deep love
for his grandchildren, liked to plow snow in the winter and feed the
birds in the summertime. Bruce had a unique sense of humor and was
devoted to the care of his mother-in-law, Hilja Maki who survives.
Bruce is survived by his loving wife, Joyce, son Larry
(Jackie) of Baraga, daughter Carrie (Darin) Sikkila of Nisula, step-son
Dan Seppanen of Massachusetts, step-daughters Linda Seppanen of L'Anse,
Sue (Scott) Wagner of Houghton, and Debbie Seppanen and David Halsey of
Bay City. His surviving grandchildren are Amber, Aaron, Austin, Zachary
and Elliana. Also surviving is his brother William (Lois) of Chassell,
numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. He was
preceded in death by his children Melanie and Ricky and two sisters.
Funeral services for Mr. Budreau will be held at 11
a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2007 in the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel
with Rev. Thomas F. Schmeid, officiating. Graveside services will take
place in the Nisula Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. The family will greet friends
at the funeral chapel on Tuesday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. and for one
hour before the service on Wednesday. A parish prayer service will be
held Tuesday at 6 p.m. Immediately following the service on Wednesday,
the family invites friends to join them for a luncheon and fellowship in
the Harrington Gathering Room, located at the funeral home.
The family has entrusted the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel,
L'Anse with arrangements. Mr. Budreau's obituary may also be viewed and
condolences sent to www.rfsc.net.
Glen Charles Pillsbury
Glen Charles Pillsbury, 65, of
105 Ojibwa Trail, Harvey, entered eternal life Tuesday afternoon, Aug.
7, 2007, at Marquette General Hospital.
Glen was born on Nov. 11, 1941, in Lansing, the son of
Charles and Grace (Shaugen) Pillsbury. He was a graduate of Michigan
Technological University, later working as a surveyor, and then as a
machinist for the Parker-Hanifin Company. His hobbies and special
interests included serving as a mail carrier for the Sault Tribe,
fishing, camping, hunting, and bowling.
Glen is survived by his wife of 43 years, Patricia (Loonsfoot)
Pillsbury whom he married on May 28, 1965; his son, James (Marty)
Pillsbury of Olney, IL; two grandchildren, Quentin and Tianna Marie
Pillsbury; three sisters-in-law, Philomena Ekdahl and Agatha (Mike)
Cardinal both of Baraga, and Lois Aldred of Harvey; three
brothers-in-law, James (Pat) Loonsfoot and Gary Loonsfoot both of
Baraga, and Kenneth Loonsfoot of Marquette; several nieces and nephews;
and over the years Glen and Patricia were foster parents to 22 children.
Glen was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Flossie.
A memorial service was held at St. Peter Cathedral
Friday, Aug. 10, at 12 p.m. with Rev. Frank Ricca officiating. The
Fassbender Funeral Home is serving the family. Condolences may be
express-ed online at
www.fassbenderfuneralhome.com
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Otto N. Urpila
Otto N. Urpila, 89, of
Covington, passed away Sunday, Aug. 12, 2007 at Baraga County Memorial
Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit following a lengthy illness.
He was born in Paynesville, MI. on Feb. 25, 1918 son of
the late Matt and Anna Urpila. Otto attended the Paynesville School and
graduated from Kenton High School. He also attended welding school in
downstate Michigan. Otto served in the US Army during WWII and was a
decorated veteran. He married the former Lily Maki on May 11, 1946.
Otto worked for Wood Development in Sidnaw. He was then employed at CCI
both in the Humboldt and Republic Mines and was maintenance foreman. He
had been employed there for 27 years. Otto was also an instructor at the
Mather A. Training Center. He had served on the Republic School board.
Otto lived in Republic from 1954 to 1974 and then moved to Covington.
He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Covington
and served on the church board. Otto was a former member of the Fire
Department and Lions Club. He was past Commander of the Covington VFW
Post #8945. Otto was an avid Tigers and Packers fan and enjoyed hunting,
fishing and making mechanical things.
Mr. Urpila is survived by his loving wife, Lily of 61
years, son James (Helen) Urpila of Keweenaw Bay, and brother, Robert
Urpila of Kenton. He was preceded in death by brothers, Edwin and Jack,
and sisters, Lila and Leah.
Funeral services for Mr. Urpila will be held at 2 p.m.,
Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2007 at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse
with Pastor Leslie Niemi officiating. Interment will take place in the
Covington Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral
chapel on Wednesday from 1 p.m. until time of the service. Baraga County
Area Veterans will conduct military honors at the Covington Cemetery at
3 p.m. Following the interment a luncheon will be held at the Bethany
Lutheran Church.
The family has entrusted the Reid Funeral Service and
Chapel, L'Anse with arrangements. Mr. Urpila's obituary may also be
viewed and condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net
Keith E. Maki
Keith E. Maki, 55, a resident
of the Tapiola Road, Elo, died on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2007, at his home
following a six month battle with cancer.
He was born in Hancock, on July 7, 1952, a son of
Donald and Shirley (Lantto) Maki and attended the John A. Doelle School
in Tapiola.
Keith was employed as a truck driver for 37 years. He
was employed at Hocking Construc-tion Company, Superior Sand & Gravel
and Burcar Construction. He was known as “Toivo” by his fellow trucking
friends.
Keith had a great sense of humor. He will be missed
dearly, as will the telephone calls he made to his family and friends.
Keith is survived by his mother and step father, Shirley and Loren
Kommes of South Range; two brothers, Kevin (Lorie) Maki of Pelkie, Kim
(Donna Kerry) Maki of Freda; five sisters, Patricia (Ron) Furtaw of
Linwood, MI, Teresa Bishop of Elo, Mary (Jim) Knuuttila of South Range,
Susan Harden (Jim Heikkinen) of L’Anse, Jennifer (Shawn) Nakkula of
Hancock; a special friend who he called his big sister, Marianne Tepsa
of Hancock; several aunts and uncles; nieces and nephews, Lucas and
Jamie Bishop, Travis and Vanessa Furtaw, Laila Knuuttila, Joel, Lee Ann
and Eric Maki, Samantha and Kenneth Maki, Autumn Joy Heikkinen; numerous
cousins; and his companions and “kids”, Stewart Little and Pelkie Boy.
Keith was preceded in death by his father, Donald;
paternal grandparents, Arvid and Laila Maki; maternal grandparents, Edna
and Arnold Lantto; two brothers, Kenneth and Kelly Maki; a nephew,
Thomas Maki; and a brother-in-law, Jim Bishop.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday,
Aug. 16, 2007, at Grace Free Lutheran Church in Pelkie, with Pastor Lou
Jurva and Pastor Dean Franz to officiate. A luncheon will follow the
service at the church. Burial will be in the Elo Cemetery. Arrangements
are being handle by the Mountain View mortuary of South Range, Antila
Funeral Service, Inc. Online condolences may be expressed to the family
at www.antilafuneral.com
Carol DeHut
Carol DeHut, 70, of Greenland
passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Aug. 6, 2007, at Marquette General
Hospital.
She was born on Dec. 20 1936, in Manitowish Waters, WI.
She graduated from Ewen High School in 1955. On Aug. 25, 1956 Carol
married Eugene DeHut of Greenland. Just last year they celebrated their
50th anniversary with a trip to Las Vega.
Carol enjoyed baking, casinos, bingo, Las Vegas,
traveling, knitting, playing cards with the girls and her grandchildren
and great grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Eugene; children,
Cheryl (Richard) Saari of Greenland, Jim (Judy) DeHut of Bessemer and
Kim (Larry) Ross of Ontonagon; her grandchildren, Kristy (Troy)
LaFernier of L’Anse, Jennifer (Matt) Derke of Madison, WI, Kelly (Dan)
Wilcox of Pensacola, FL, Chris and Kory Ross of Ontonagon, Melissa DeHut
of Ontonagon and Taylor Saari of Greenland. Also surviving are her great
grandchildren Kori, Abby, Gracie, Les and Rylee.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007, 2
p.m. at Cane Funeral Home with Pastor Rosemary DeHut officiating.
Friends called from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial took
place in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Greenland. Friends may read Carol’s
obituary and leave condolences at
www.canefuneralhome.com
George M. Edwardsen
George M. Edwardsen, age 73, of
10571 North Main Street, Rapid River, died Tuesday morning Aug. 7, 2007
at the St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba.
George was born on Nov. 25, 1933, in L’Anse, the son of
Morgan and Evelyn (Larmay) Edwardsen. George was raised in L’Anse and
attended the L’Anse High School before relocating to Rhinelander, WI
where he completed the last two years of his education at the
Rhinelander High School.
Following high school, George enlisted in the United
States Airforce, serving during the Korean War Conflict, from 1952 to
1958 at the Lackland Airforce Base in Texas. George then returned to
Skanee, where on July 4, 1959, he married the former Margaret Sands at
the Sacred Heart Church, in L’Anse, eventually relocating in 1962 to
Rapid River where they made their home and raised their family.
Throughout his life, George worked as a salesman and in
his later years as a chef at the Gladstone Golf Club. He was a member of
the Gladstone American Legion August Mattson Post #71 and the Gladstone
Men’s Pool League. George loved fishing, hunting and cooking wild game
for family and friends.
In addition to his loving wife of 48 years, Margaret,
George leaves to survive: two sons: Bruce Edwardsen of Gladstone, MI and
George (Shannon) Edwardsen of Rapid River, MI; two daughters: Shelly
Williams of Gladstone, MI and Debra Norman of Gladstone, MI; two
brothers: Charles Edwardsen and John (Helen) Edwardsen of Rhinelander,
WI; one brother-in-law: Charles Mink of L’Anse.
Also surviving are nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild and many
loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
George was preceded in death by his parents, Morgan and
Evelyn and two sisters, Ann Mink and Shelly Edwardsen.
Memorial graveside services celebrating the life of
George M. Edwardsen have been scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 18, 2007, at
2 p.m., at the Skanee Cemetery, in Skanee, with Judy Mattson of the Zion
Lutheran Church officiating. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta
County are assisting the Edwardsen family with arrangements. For
additional information, or to send the Edwardsen family an online
personal message of condolence go to
www.skradski-boycefuneralhomes.com
Howard A. McMasters, age 67, of 211 S. Second St. in
Ishpeming died on Sunday, Aug. 12, 2007 in the Emergency Room at
Marquette General Hospital.
Howard was born on Oct. 14, 1939 in Chicago, IL, the son of Virginia
McMasters and was raised by his grandparents Ellsworth W. and Frances M.
McMasters. He spent 24 years in the United States Army. He retired in
1981 with the rank of SFC. Howard was a member of St. John the
Evangelist Catholic Church.
Howard is survived by his wife of 24 years, Frances (Bernatowicz)
McMasters of Ishpeming, three children: Johanna McMasters of Gwinn,
Katrina McMasters of Ishpeming, and Karl McMasters of Ishpeming, two
sisters-in-law: Joan (James) McPhillips of L'Anse, and Mary (John)
McAnaw of Fairfax, VA, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2007 at
10:30 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Ishpeming with
Fr. James Challancin officiating. Burial will take place at the
Evergreen Cemetery in L'Anse.
Robert S. "Bob" Holma
Robert S. "Bob" Holma, 35, of
Watton, passed away suddenly Saturday, Aug. 11, 2007 at his residence in
Watton.
He was born in Marquette, on Dec. 3, 1971 son of Marvin
and Linda (Rajala) Holma. Bob graduated from L'Anse High School in 1990.
He was employed at Connor Sport Courts in Amasa. Bob was a member of
Bethany Lutheran Church, Covington. He was an excellent pitcher and
played on the Baraga County and Iron County Softball Leagues. Bob was an
avid Lions fan, loved to fish and hunt and liked to just "hang out" with
his friends.
Bob is survived by his parents, Marvin Holma of Watton
and Linda Holma of Houghton, twin brother, John Holma of Iron River, and
younger brother, Craig (Maura) Holma of Iron River, niece, Hannah, and
his special friend, Amanda Weaver. Numerous aunts, uncles and cousins
also survive. He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Funeral services for Bob will be held at 1 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 16, 2007 at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse
with Pastor Mark Reinsch officiating. Interment will take place in the
Covington Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral
chapel on Thursday from noon until time of the service. Following the
service the family invites friends to join them for fellowship and
luncheon in the Harrington Gathering room, located at the funeral home.
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse has been
entrusted with arrangements. Bob's obituary may be viewed and
condolences sent to the family at
www.rfsc.net
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Paul Lawrence "Tutta" Almli
Paul Lawrence "Tutta" Almli,
94, of L'Anse, passed away Tuesday morning, July 31, 2007, at Bayside
Village Nursing Center in L'Anse.
He was born April 29, 1913, in Pequaming, a son of the
late Christian and Nora (Nelson) Almli. Tutta attended the Pequaming and
L'Anse High Schools and had been a lifelong area resident.
On Oct. 17, 1936 he married the former Alice Louise
Piper and she preceded him in death on Sept. 19, 1972. On May 2, 1975 he
married the former Jean Auger and she preceded him in death on Mar. 4,
2002.
Tutta worked for 20 years on the Street Department as a supervisor for
the Village of L'Anse retiring in 1978. He was the original owner of the
Nite Owl Restaurant in L'Anse. Tutta also worked as a woodsman,
carpenter, worked for the Federal Fish and Wildlife Department and owned
and operated the L'Anse Shoe Shop.
Tutta was a member of the United Lutheran Church in
L'Anse. He was a member of the L'Anse Hockey Association and coached
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