Obituaries
Brandon Harvey Looper
Jul 25, 2023
Hubbell
Brandon Harvey Looper, 48, a resident of Hubbell, passed away on July 25, 2023.
Brandon was born in Roseville, CA on February 4, 1975. He enjoyed rock picking, fishing and being outdoors. He was always the guy to come through when you needed him. He was a great father, a hard worker, and a good man.
He is...
Marilyn Laru
Jul 22, 2023
Oak Creek, WI Marilyn A. Laru (Maltz), age 88, a resident of Oak Creek, WI, and formerly a Copper Country residentpassed away July 12, 2023 at the Compassus/Ascension All Saints Hospital in Racine, WI. She was born to Herbert and Agnes(Stitt) Maltz in Trimountain, MI. Later the family moved to Painesdale. Marilyngraduated from Jeffers High School with the...
Jean Pyykkonen
Jul 22, 2023
Chassell
Jean Kathryn Pyykkonen (Formerly Guzek) was born in Hancock, MI, to Rudy and Irja Pyykkonen on June 1st 1947, and made her eventual home in Chassell, MI. Jean passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital in Green Bay on July 22nd, 2023. Jean, also known as “Jeannie” by those who loved her, had been bravely fighting off chronic illness for...
Donna Jean Karvonen
Jul 22, 2023
Painesdale
Donna Jean (Pelto) Karvonen, 82, a resident of Painesdale, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2022, at Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital following a short illness.
Donna was born on March 30, 1941, in Hancock, MI, and resided for most of her Life in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
On December 28, 1962, she was united in marriage to Rudolph Karvonen. ...
Jean Ann Kowalski
Jul 19, 2023
Houghton
Jean A. Kowalski, 88, a resident of Houghton passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Canal View -- Houghton County.
She was born on November 4, 1934, in Lake Linden, MI, a daughter of the late Theophile and Delia (Paquette) Beaudoin. Jean was raised in Hubbell and attended the Lake Linden School. She left school at an early age to...
Michele Marie Kerban
Jul 18, 2023
Houghton
In Loving Memory of Michele Kerban
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Michele Kerban, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many. Michele left this world on July 18th, 2023 at the age of 79, surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Michele was born in Hancock, Michigan to Michael and...
Alan B. Gatlin
Jul 14, 2023
Hancock
Alan B. Gatlin, 59, a resident of Hancock passed away, Friday July 14, 2023, at UP Health Systems - Marquette Hospital following a short illness.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Leo Donald Douglas Tervo
Jul 11, 2023
Chassell
Leo D. Tervo, 94, a resident of the Snake River Hill in Chassell, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, with family by his side following a short stay at the Omega House in Houghton.
Leo was born on Chassell, in his life-long home on Snake River Hill, a son of the late Thomas and Kathryn (Kaarlela) Tervo....
Tony John Kitchen
Jul 9, 2023
Anthony John “Tony” Kitchen, a radiant soul known for his worldly pursuits, his contemplative conversations, and his unexpected charm, died on July 9 in Chicago, IL, due to natural causes. He was 39. Born on May 28, 1984, in Hancock, MI, Tony was a cherished son of Dennis and Diane (Ristila) Kitchen. After graduating from Hancock Central High School, Tony's academic...
Dolores S. Little
Jul 8, 2023
Superior Location
Dolores “Dee” Little, 92, a resident of Superior Rd., Houghton passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023, at Woodland Haven of Canal View—Houghton County where she had been a resident patient.
Dee was born on July 30, 1930, in Chicago, IL to Selma (Patana) and Gustav William Trolin.
She attended the Houghton Canal Redridge School and graduated from...
Patricia Laux
Jul 4, 2023
Alston
Patricia Rae (James) Hocking-Nettell-Laux, 66, a resident of Alston, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at UP Health System - Marquette following a short illness.
She was born on May 6, 1957, in Hancock, a daughter of the late Gerald and Ellen (Beiswanger) Hocking. Patricia was raised in Hancock and was a graduate of the Hancock High School before attending Michigan...
Heather Marie Saari
Jun 28, 2023
Chassell Heather Marie Saari, 37, a resident of Chassell passed away at home on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. She was born on September 27, 1985, in Hancock a daughter of Charles Saari and Barbara Curran. Heather was raised in Houghton and attended the Houghton and Calumet Schools. Heather had worked in the food...
Charles Arvid Naasko Jr.
Jun 28, 2023
Chassell Charles A. Naasko Jr., 84, a resident of Chassell passed away at his home Wednesday, June 28, 2023, following a lengthy illness. The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Chassell Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements which will be announced at a later time.
Martyn Richard Smith
Jun 27, 2023
Houghton
Martyn R. Smith, 78, a resident of Houghton and former Michigan Technological University Professor, Department Head, and Dean of the Graduate School, died at home on June 27, 2023 after a long struggle with dementia.
Marty received his B.A. in mathematics from Montclair State University and his M.Phil. and Ph.D. in biostatistics from Yale University. After four years in the Behavioral Sciences and Community Health Division at...
Fabian Maki
Jun 27, 2023
Twin Lakes/ Mishicot, WI
F. Paul Maki, 79, a resident of Mishicot, WI, and summer resident of Twin Lakes, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at his home in Twin Lakes with his family by his side.
Paul was born in Baraga, MI, on August 31, 1943, to the late Fabian and Lempi (Ylitalo) Maki. He was raised...
John Burgbacher
Jun 26, 2023
Chuckey, TN John Burgbacher, 82, a former resident of Hancock, MI, passed away June 26, 2023 in Poplarville, MS. He was a 1960 graduate of Hancock High School and served in the US Navy 1961-63 on the USS Intrepid. He attended Suomi and Worsham colleges. He worked in law enforcement for 14 years, entered pastoral...
Thomas Steven Cichon
Jun 24, 2023
Houghton Thomas S. Cichon Sr., 87, a resident of the Arbor Green Senior Living Community in Houghton passed away Saturday June 24, 2023, at the Omega House in Houghton with his family by his side. He was born on March 22, 1936, in Chicago, IL, a son of the late Joseph W. and Blanche (Petrik) Cichon. Thomas was raised...
Raymond Wilbert Marttila
Jun 7, 2023
Liminga
The Marttila family of Liminga, Michigan has lost their beloved husband, father, and grandfather,Raymond Wilbert Marttila. Raymond was born on the family farm in Liminga on August 11, 1930 andjoined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 7, 2023. Son of Alma Saari and John Marttila, he wasknown for his intellect, wisdom, work ethic, sense of...
Catherine Ann Ohtonen
Jun 7, 2023
Chassell Catherine (Henry) Ohtonen, 78, a resident of Chassell passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at the UP-Health Systems- Portage Hospital with her family by her side following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 9, 1945, in Hancock, MI, a daughter of the late Richard and Martha (Ylitalo) Hongisto. Catherine was raised on Pilgrim River Hill and was...
Marilyn Denise Pesola
Jun 5, 2023
L’Anse
Marilyn D. Pesola, 62, a resident of L’Anse, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, following a courageous battle with lung cancer.
She was born on November 12, 1960, in Highland Park, Michigan to the late Veikko and Lillian (Pelto) Pouttu. She was raised in Tapiola and was a graduate of Houghton High School. Following high school, Marilyn was united in...
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