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Stephen Paul Karasti

Stephen Paul Karasti

Jun 27, 2024

Stephen "Steve" P. Karasti, 72, was born in Menominee, Michigan to Charles and Adeline (Groleau) Karasti. He passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 27, 2024.

He attended catholic schools, graduating from Marinette Catholic Central in 1970. He went on to graduate from Marian College and he began his graduate studies at St. John Provincial Seminary when he...

Richard Dale Kemplin

Richard Dale Kemplin

Jun 19, 2024

Richard "Dick" D. Kemplin, 94, of Mercer, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at the Marshfield Medical Center in Minocqua.

Dick was born the son of Raymond V. and Myrtle (Benson) Kemplin on November 28, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois. He attended and ultimately graduated from the University of Illinois. In-between...

Douglas Paul Sobolewski

Douglas Paul Sobolewski

Jun 18, 2024

Douglas Paul Sobolewski passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of June 18th, 2024.

Doug was born on May 21st, 1967 in Wakefield, Michigan. The son of Sharon Sobolewski, Doug grew up with his three brothers Bruce, Donald, Jerry, and his sister Tanya. Doug's family would relocate to Ironwood where he'd go on to graduate...

Thomas Randal Gray

Thomas Randal Gray

Jun 16, 2024

Thomas R. Gray, 80, of Mercer, passed away at his home on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

He was born on July 28, 1943, to James L. and Ann (Trembeck) Gray in Chicago, Illinois. He was united in marriage with Geraldine on October 25, 1969. Thomas was a US Army veteran who served in Germany during the Vietnam...

James Ernest Oberst

James Ernest Oberst

Jun 14, 2024

James Ernest Oberst, "Obe",86, of Ironwood, MI., passed away peacefully on Friday, June 14th with his family by his side.

James was born on December. 18th, 1937. He resided at Skyview Nursing Home for the last 7 months, where he met many wonderful people who loved him. Previous to that he resided in his family home for...

John Joseph Malone

John Joseph Malone

Jun 8, 2024

MERCER, WI. – John J. Malone, 86, died unexpectedly but peacefully on June 8, 2024, at his home on Norway Point.

John was born on July 24, 1937, in Chicago, ILL., the son of John J. Malone Sr. and Elizabeth (Diercks) Malone. He graduated from St. Rita's High School Class of 1955 in Chicago. Upon graduating he...

Robert F. Sharon

Robert F. Sharon

May 29, 2024

Robert "Rob" Francis Sharon, 75, of Wakefield, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

He was born on February 25, 1949, to Ernest and Ruth (LaLonde) Sharon in Escanaba. He received his Master's degree in Psychology & Behavioral Analysis from Northern University. Rob retired as the administrator of the Gogebic Medical Center in Wakefield...

Margaret L. Brunner

Margaret L. Brunner

May 28, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" Brunner, 96, of Mercer, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at her home.

Peggy was born on June 15, 1927, to Frank Jr. and Hazel (Girsch) Brunner in Ironwood, Michigan. Peggy was a pillar of the Mercer community, she loved to give her time to better the area. Peggy won the Volunteer of the...

Joyce Elaine Junge

Joyce Elaine Junge

May 26, 2024

Joyce E. Junge, 92, of Ironwood, went home peacefully to be with her Lord, on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the Gogebic Medical Facility in Wakefield, MI. Joyce was born on February 7, 1932, to Albert and Ada Graham. Married Gordon Junge on March 3, 1951.

She is survived by her son, Mike Junge of Bessemer, and...

Carl  Arthur Mockross

Carl Arthur Mockross

May 24, 2024

Carl Mockross, 90, of Pine Lake, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at the Villa Maria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Hurley.

Carl was born on November 30, 1933, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, the son of Harry and Florence (Tormey) Mockross. After graduating from Luther L. Wright, Carl and his high school sweetheart Joan Erickson were married...

Peter Ray Aimone

Peter Ray Aimone

May 24, 2024

Peter "Hawk" Aimone, 72, of Hurley, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at the Essentia Hospital in Duluth, MN, after a brief battle with CLL cancer.

Peter was born December 18, 1951, to Peter and Helmi (Koivisto) Aimone in Ironwood. He graduated from the Hurley High School in the class of 1970. He had a love...

Bruce Steven Wraalstad

Bruce Steven Wraalstad

May 22, 2024

Bruce S. Wraalstad, 68, of Mercer, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.

Bruce was born to Selvin and Patricia (Wilson) Wraalstad on October 25, 1955 in Mercer, Wisconsin. He was united in marriage on September 17, 1983, with Sally Eggleson.

Bruce was a Vietnam veteran serving in the Navy....

Evelyn Pauline Sturgeon

Evelyn Pauline Sturgeon

May 21, 2024

Evelyn "Flossie" Pauline Sturgeon, 77, of Winchester, passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

She was born on May 12, 1947, in Nashville and adopted by Eugene and Chris Minnis. Flossie was united in marriage with Lawrence "Larry" Sturgeon on November 24, 1966. She was a cashier at LaPorte's IGA in Manitowish Waters for...

June Elizabeth Buerger

June Elizabeth Buerger

May 19, 2024

June E. Buerger, 90, of Ironwood, went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the Gogebic Community Mental Health Home in Ironwood.

June was born on October 1, 1933, to George and Ann (Arasim) Buerger in Ironwood, Michigan. June was always happy and could put a smile on anyone's face. She had an amazing...

Peter W. Anderson

Peter W. Anderson

May 19, 2024

Pete Anderson, 64, of Appleton, WI passed away Sunday, May 19th, 2024 after surviving nearly 10 years following a stroke.

He was born in Detroit, MI October 26th, 1959, and adopted months later by Arthur "Art" and Lillian (Helmes) Anderson.

Pete was a carpenter and caregiver. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gathering with family and friends,...

Barbara Jean Josephs

Barbara Jean Josephs

May 15, 2024

Barbara Jean Josephs, 84, of Winchester, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

Barbara Jean Jackson was born on March 25, 1940, to Reino and Vienna (Peltonen) Jackson in Iron Belt, Wisconsin. She loved to go fishing with her father. The one thing she would talk about most was when her and a friend moved to...

Anthony James Gutowski

Anthony James Gutowski

May 13, 2024

Anthony "Tony" James Gutowski, 86, passed away after a brief hospitalization for a brain injury sustained during a fall at his home in Hartland, on Monday, May 13, 2024.

He is survived directly by his wife of 62 years, Jacqueline (Jackee) Rae (nee Liimakka); their daughters, Lee and Lynn (David Randolph); their sons, Tony (Christine), Tom (Amy)...

Carol J. Novascone

Carol J. Novascone

May 10, 2024

Carol Novascone, 69, of Ironwood, passed away at her home on Friday, May 10, 2024.

Carol was born on June 27, 1954, to John and Doris (Nelson) McRae. She attended schools in Ironwood and graduated from L.L. Wright High School. She was united in marriage on September 29, 1979, to Dennis E. Novascone.

She was...

James M. Magdziak

James M. Magdziak

May 8, 2024

James "Mugga" Magdziak, 67, of Ironwood, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the Aspirus Ironwood Hospital.

James was born on May 29, 1956, to Frank and Lillian (Gallo) Magdziak in Ironwood, Michigan. He was employed at Action Floors in Mercer before retiring in 2018. Mugga enjoyed spending time at the camp, going hunting or fishing,...

Tomas Santos

Tomas Santos

Apr 25, 2024

Tomas Santos, 96, of Ironwood, went to his Heavenly home with his wife Kate by his side on April 25, 2024, at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield.

He was born on January 13, 1928, to Pedro and Maria (Kowal) Santos in Blue Island, Illinois. He was a graduate of Frobel High School in Gary, Indiana....

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