Obituaries

Aug 4, 2024

Sandusky, MI

Paul A. Fetting, 75, a cherished resident of Sandusky, MI, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday,

August 4, 2024, while in the Upper Peninsula.

Paul was born on September 10, 1948, in Sandusky, MI, to the late Auburn and Hilda (Shaffbower)

Fetting. On June 17, 1967, he was united in...

Jul 31, 2024

Hancock

John E. Rintala, 77, a resident of the Quincy House in Hancock passed away Wednesday July 31, 2024, at his home.

The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock Chapel is assisting with the arrangements.

Jul 30, 2024

Painesdale

Rachel A. Wiitala, a resident of Painesdale died peacefully on July 30, 2024, with her children by her side. She was 82 years old.

She was born in Toivola Michigan to the late Rafael and Sylvia (Perala) Maki.

On July 21, 1962, she married Clayton Wiitala. He preceded her in death in...

Jul 29, 2024

Chassell

Following a life filled with faith and family, Kristine Eva Hietala, 74, a resident of Chassell passed away peacefully on Monday, July 29, 2024, at Solvay House Hospice in Duluth, MN.

Kris was born on October 8, 1949, in Baraga, MI, to fabian and Lempi (Ylitalo) Maki. She spent her youth there and graduated...

Jul 28, 2024

Houghton

Henrietta LaMotte, a resident of Houghton, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024, at the Omega House in Houghton.

She was born on August 14, 1931, in Hubbell, a daughter of the late Henry and Melvina (Rock) Marcotte. Henrietta was raised in Hubbell. She attended St. Cecelia Catholic School and was a graduate of the...

Jul 27, 2024

Hancock

Laila R. Hauswirth, 104, a former resident of Hancock and the Bluff Senior Living Community in Houghton, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Portage Pointe in Hancock where she had been a resident patient.

Laila was born on January 21, 1920, the youngest of eight children to Frank and Susanna (Ojanpera) Isolampi in...

Jul 25, 2024

Tapiola

Robert R. Olson, 77, a resident of Tapiola passed away Thursday July 25, 2024, at his home.

He was born on November 23, 1946, in Hancock, MI, a son of the late Axel and Celia (Sjoblom) Olson. Robert was raised in Tapiola and was a graduate of the John A. Doelle High School with...

Jul 24, 2024

Chassell

Nancy Rae Kauma, 86, a resident of Chassell, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at her home with her family by her side.

Nancy was born on August 1, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late William and Mildred (Hart) Weaver. She was raised in the Lansing area and graduated from Eastern...

Jul 16, 2024

Hancock

Werner V. Hinkfus, 83, a resident of Hancock passed away Tuesday July 16, 2024, at the Omega House in Houghton following a short illness.

The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Jul 14, 2024

South Range

Michael A. Haapapuro, a beloved father, grandfather and son passed away on July 14th, 2024, at age 58 in Pontiac, MI

He was born in Hancock, MI on August 18th, 1965, to Bruce Haapapuro and Carol (Perrault) Haapapuro.

Michael was devoted to his family, a proud dad and grandfather. He enjoyed...

Jul 10, 2024

Hancock

Jean Schweitzer, 89, a resident patient at the Canal View – Houghton County passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

She was born on April 13, 1935, in Atlantic Mine, MI, a daughter of the late George and Bertha (Nelson) Schweitzer.  Jean was raised in Atlantic Mine and attended the Jeffers School.

Jean...

Jul 10, 2024

Dollar Bay

On July 10, 2024, Our Angel received her wings.

Theresa Ann Holombo passed away peacefully in the arms of her children at Portage Pointe where she had been a resident following a stroke in October, 2023.

Theresa was born at home in Houghton on August 27, 1931. She was the youngest...

Jul 6, 2024

Houghton- Billy Ray Lell, 85, a resident of Houghton passed away on July 6, 2024.

He was born on October 10th, 1938 in Missouri. At 17 he joined the Navy and served his country for over 10 years.

Following his time in the service, Billy worked as a civilian contractor as a computer specialist for...

Jun 27, 2024

Calumet

Luella Marie Beaudette of Calumet, Michigan passed away peacefully on June 27 th, 2024 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Luella was born in a small cabin in Popple River Wisconsin to Harry & Lenora (Eastman) Buckman on January 24, 1932. As a young child, the family moved to Houghton Michigan where Luella attended school and...

Jun 23, 2024

Houghton

Nancy J. Arthur, 82, a former resident of Arbor Green Senior Living Community in Houghton passed away Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Green Tree of Hubbell where she had been a resident patient for the past two years.

The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the...

Jun 19, 2024

Milwaukee

James Owen "Jamie" Plough died on June 19 th 2024, at home in Milwaukee, at the age of 77, from

natural causes.

He grew up in Houghton, MI, son of Robert and Elma Plough, and graduated from

Houghton High School in 1965. Varsity basketball was his go-to sport, and often...

Jun 15, 2024

Houghton Canal

Milton Erva, 89, a resident of the Houghton Canal passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Garden View Assisted Living and Memory Care in Calumet.

He was born on March 25, 1935, in Hancock, son of the late Walter and Irma (Marx) Erva. Milt was raised in Liminga and was a graduate of...

Jun 3, 2024

Houghton

Jorma "Joe" Kalliokoski passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, at age 100.

He was born in Harma, Finland on Nov 23, 1923 to Naima and August Kalliokoski. In 1931 his family moved to Sudbury, ON, Canada and later to Timmins, ON. He graduated from Western University in London, ON, and later received his...

May 29, 2024

Hancock

Our beloved Rachel Marie Blau, 31, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024. A daughter, sister, niece, aunt, mother to two cherished cats, a trusted friend, and a proud business-owner. Rachel will be deeply missed by the countless people she touched with her joy of life, humor and caring heart.

Rachel was born on May...

May 29, 2024

Toivola

Charles "Sully" Johnson, 80, a resident of Misery Bay passed away Wednesday May 29, 2024, at the Omega House in Houghton following a short illness.

He was born on July 15, 1943, in Hancock, a son of the late Wilhart and Hilda (Mikkola) Johnson.  Charles was raised in Toivola and attended the Heikkinen and...