Local obituaries for McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home

Jan 22, 2024

Mary Jean Kusz, (Molly) 93, of Ironwood, passed away on January 22 at Aspirus Hospital in Ironwood with her family at her side. Mary was born on November 29, 1930, in St. Paul Minnesota to Laura and Harold Garvey.

She graduated from St. Ambrose High School in Ironwood and attended St. Scholastica College in Duluth.

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Jan 21, 2024

Roger Boe Smith, 76, of Bessemer, Michigan, passed away on January 21, 2024

He was born in Pontiac, Michigan, on October 5, 1947, to Arnold and Floyce Smith.

Roger joined the Marine Corps in 1966 and proudly served in Vietnam, where, despite being wounded and contracting Malaria, he safely returned home to Michigan.

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Jan 19, 2024

Ironwood: Scott Michael Peterson, 57, of Ironwood, passed away this week after a short bout with lung cancer.

Scott was a lifelong resident of Ironwood, Michigan.

He was born in Wallace, Idaho, on December 2, 1966, the son of Terry Ann Ruby and the late Lawrence "Lee" Peterson. Scott attended the Ironwood Area Schools.

Jan 16, 2024

Dr. Raymond (Ray) Francis Burchell, Jr., 85, of Ironwood, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Assisted Living Center in Ironwood. The family is sincerely and deeply grateful for the loving, compassionate and excellent care Ray received from Westgate's caregivers and staff.

Ray was born on October 24, 1938, son of...

Jan 12, 2024

Russell Leo Johnson, 79, passed away on Friday, January 12th, 2024. Contrary to popular bets, Russ passed away in his home, not in a wintery yard sale on the slopes nor tangled up in his bike in the woods.

Russ first hit the bunny hill January 15th, 1944, in Rosemount, MN. With great faith in his helmet...

Jan 7, 2024

Joseph James Jurasin, 91, of Bessemer, MI, died peacefully surrounded by family in the

early hours of the morning on January 7, 2024.

He was born on September 7, 1932, the son of Joseph and Julia (Serbin) Jurasin, and

grew up with his eight siblings. Joseph attended St. Sebastian Catholic Elementary School and...

Jan 5, 2024

Iron Mountain- Jacob T. "Jack" Jacobs, 94, of Bradenton, Florida, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., passed away Friday, January 5, 2024, at Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Florida.

He was born on March 3, 1929, son of the late John and Doris (Dascola) Jacobs. Jack grew up in Iron Mountain, Mich., and graduated from Iron Mountain High...

Dec 30, 2023

Bessemer – Robert (Bob) Charles Schonberg, 77, of Bessemer, Mich., passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, December 30, 2023, surrounded by his family.

He was born on March 22, 1946, in Fargo, ND, to the late Wilford and Mayme (Anderson) Schonberg. Many remember Bob by his boisterous laugh and most likely had a nickname for...

Dec 9, 2023

Frederick Joseph Hofer II, 82, of Mercer, WI, passed away unexpectedly on December 9th, 2023.

Frederick was born November 24th, 1941, in Chicago, IL, to Frederick Joseph and Grace (Sexton) Hofer I.

A graduate of Gage Park High School in Chicago, IL, Frederick moved on to a wonderful career in law enforcement, working for the...

Dec 6, 2023

Laura J Niemi-Steinmetz quietly entered her eternal life on December 6, 2023, with her family by her side.

Laura married Kaarlo Niemi on April 7, 1951, until his passing on February 14, 2008.

On February 14, 2021, she married John Steinmetz. Sadly, he passed away on December 7, 2021

After earning her high...

Dec 3, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Antoinette Wallenius, age 95. She passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023.

Born on September 13, 1928, in Ironwood, MI the daughter of Samuel and Therese (Collontonio) Federico. She attended St. Ambrose's grade school and then graduated in 1971 from the Ironwood Community Schools. On Jan....

Nov 26, 2023

Mary C. Strelcheck, 88, a long-time resident of Gogebic Medical Care Facility, formerly of Bessemer, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, November 26, 2023.

Mary was born on April 1, 1934, the daughter of Joseph and Sophie (Hornick) Grasso. Mary graduated from Hurley High School in 1953.

On August 27, 1955, she was united in...

Nov 23, 2023

Joseph "Joey" Jude Robinson, 37, died unexpectedly but peacefully on November 23, 2023, at home in Hurley, WI.

Joey was born November 18, 1986, to Joe Robinson and Carrie Chartier.

An avid hunter and fisherman. He loved the outdoors and shared his skills with his boys and nephews. He looked forward to steelhead fishing and...

Nov 16, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father,

Donald Joseph Kessler, 91. He passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023.

Born on December 19, 1931, in Mosinee, Wisconsin, Donald was the son

of Joseph and Ida Kessler. He grew up in Springstead, Wisconsin, and

attended Springstead...

Nov 9, 2023

Deborah Elaine Perusse, 63, of Ironwood, passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her family on Thursday, November 9, 2023.

Debby was born on August 7, 1960 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Gerald and Dorothy (Dembraski) Perusse. She was united in marriage to Edward O. Spies in 1996 who preceded her in death. Debby enjoyed crocheting, reading...

Nov 8, 2023

Arthur Philip Baribeau, 99, formerly of Saxon, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Ashland Health & Rehab with family at his side.

Art was born June 8, 1924, in Gurney, Wisconsin, to Thomas and Anna (Muhsal) Baribeau. He attended school in Gurney and graduated from Saxon High School. Upon graduation, Art helped his mom...

Oct 29, 2023

Gregory A. Bugni "BUGS", 76, of Montreal, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023 at the Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital after a courageous 5 month battle with cancer.

Greg was born on March 23, 1947 to Anthony and Mary (Reader) Bugni in Milwaukee. He was a graduate of J.E. Murphy High School, class of 1965. He proudly served...

Oct 26, 2023

William "Bill" Berwald

1948 — 2023

BESSEMER, Mich. — William "Bill" Berwald, age 75, died peacefully surrounded by family on Oct. 26, 2023, in Rochester, Minnesota, after a courageous battle with cancer.

William was born in Wakefield in 1948 to Percy (Louise Cardone) Berwald and was raised in Bessemer.

He graduated...

Sep 28, 2023

Mercer, Wis. – John Sendra, 78, of Mercer, WI, passed away on 09/28/23 with his family and friends by his side. John was born on March 27, 1945, to Florian and Helen (Pietkiewicz) Sendra in Lipinki, Poland.

He graduated from J. Sterling Morton High School in Cicero, IL 1963, attended Roosevelt University in Chicago, and attained a...

Sep 28, 2023

Marcia J. Smith, 76, of Bessemer, Michigan, passed away on September 28, 2023.

She was born in Pontiac, Michigan, on December 24, 1946, to Dorothea and Kenneth Hanson.

Marcia attended Waterford Township High School.

She was married to the love of her life, Roger, for 49 incredible years. He said he wished it...