Obituaries

Sep 23, 2025

Hancock

Shirley M. (Ron) Kallio, 91, a resident of Hancock, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Canal View -- Houghton County, where she had been a resident patient for the past two years.

Shirley Mae Kallio (nee Heidtke, Rogge, Sohlden) was born December 8, 1933, and raised in Kingsford, Michigan, by her parents, Edward...

Sep 22, 2025

South Range

Eleanor Irene Kangas was born August 1st, 2025 in Marquette, Michigan. She is God's own and he took her to heaven on September 22nd, 2025 at the age of seven weeks. Her time here was short but she was loved and touched the hearts of many.

Eleanor is survived by her parents, Tyler...

Sep 18, 2025

Hancock

Matthew C. Farrell, 55, a beloved father, son, coach and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 18, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on January 19, 1970, in Laurium, MI, Matt was the son of Craig and Kathy (Koopikka) Farrell. He grew up in Hancock, where he made...

Sep 15, 2025

Chassell

Fredrick Michael Shook passed away peacefully Monday, September 15, 2025.

Mike was born on December 14, 1942, in Saginaw, Michigan to John Harrison (Shook)

and Lilian Christine Margaret (Frank). A US Army Veteran (1965-1967), Mike was

stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Upon returning home, he married the love of his life,...

Sep 14, 2025

South Range,

James H. Raffaelli, 79, a resident of South Range, passed away Sunday September 14, 2025,

at home with his family by his side following a lengthy illness.

He was born to parents Mario and Lillian (Lewis) Raffaelli, on January 14, 1946, in South

Range. Jim was raised in South...

Sep 14, 2025

Calumet

Ronald P. Normand, 58, a resident of Calumet, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital following a lengthy illness.

He was born on July 1, 1967, in Laurium, a son of the late Ronald and Sandra (Broberg) Normand. Ron was raised in Calumet and Lake Linden before graduating from the...

Sep 12, 2025

Chassell

Jeanne M. (John) Gooch, 91, a resident of Chassell, passed away Friday, September 12, 2025, at the UP Health Systems - Portage Hospital following a short illness.

As requested, no service will be held for Jeanne at this time. The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Chassell Chapel is assisting the family with...

Sep 9, 2025

Atlantic Mine

Raymond "Ray" Karvonen, 93, of Atlantic Mine, passed away on September 9, 2025, at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center in Green Bay after a short illness.

He was born on August 4, 1932 in Onnela, a son of the late Isaac and Selma (Pennala) Karvonen. Ray was raised in Onnela and Atlantic...

Sep 4, 2025

Hancock

Glenn Pyhtila, 90, a resident of Hancock and long-time Houghton resident, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the Eastwood Nursing Center in Negaunee, where he had been a patient for the past two months.

He was born on August 11, 1935, in Hancock, a son fo the late Henry and Hulda Jemina (Jarvela) Pyhtila. Glenn was raised in Detroit, Winona...

Sep 3, 2025

Copper Harbor

Aili-Drew E. Tulppo, 19, a resident of Copper Harbor, went to be with the Lord on September 3, 2025, in Lansing, MI.

Aili-Drew was born on October 4, 2005, in Lansing, MI, a daughter for Nicole Rogers and Eric Tulppo. She moved to Copper Harbor and attended the Copper Harbor Schools and Calumet...

Sep 1, 2025

Calumet

Sean Nelson, age 49, of Calumet, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 1, 2025.

Born on April 27, 1976, in Bay City, Michigan, and was raised in Harvey, MI. Sean lived a life as big as his presence, standing tall with tattoos, laughter, and a spirit impossible to ignore.  Sean was...

Aug 30, 2025

Sheboygan, WI

William Patrick Puska, 53, a resident of Sheboygan, WI, a former Copper Country resident, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, following a short illness.

Bill made a lasting impact on everyone he met. He will be remembered for his decades of concrete work, resilience, sharp wit, and big laugh. He will be greatly...

Aug 30, 2025

Chassell

Rose Marie (Olson) Pleshe, age 91 of Chassell and former longtime resident of South Range passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 30, 2025, at Portage Pointe in Hancock.

She was born on June 12, 1934, in Atlantic Mine. Rose Marie was the daughter of the late Ann Cote and...

Aug 30, 2025

South Range

Michael Paul Maginnis, age 68 of South Range, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, while in the care of his daughter, Megan, and her life partner, Alan Keranen.

He was born on December 21, 1956, in San Francisco. Michael was the son of Patricia Maginnis and Paul Housley and stepfather John Maginnis....

Aug 25, 2025

Dodgeville,

Helen Joan Stimac, 99, of Dodgeville Michigan, passed away peacefully on Aug. 25, 2025, after a short residence at Canal View.

Helen was born on April 4th, 1926, in Dodgeville, Michigan, to parents John and Mary (Pleshe) Gasperich of Dodgeville.

Helen graduated from Houghton High School in 1944. She was united in...

Aug 22, 2025

Houghton

Ronald E. Masters, 89, a longtime resident of the Copper Country, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, at Canal View Nursing Facility-Houghton County following a short illness.

He was born on December 2, 1935, in Hancock, MI, a son of the late John R. and Irene (Laurin) Masters. Ron was raised in Hancock...

Aug 14, 2025

Houghton

David R. Bezotte, 76, of Houghton, and formerly of Chassell, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the Omega House in Houghton surrounded by love and friendship.

He was born on May 1, 1949, in Hancock, MI, a son of the late Russell and Dora (Dostaler) Bezotte. Dave was raised in Chassell...

Aug 12, 2025

Jon Patrick "Jonny" Kemppainen, age 47, passed away on August 12, 2025, in West Bend, Wisconsin. Born on January 22, 1978, in L'Anse, Michigan, Jon lived a life full of warmth, humor, and deep devotion to those he loved.

A master of his trade, Jon was a highly skilled electrician whose work reflected his dedication and drive...

Aug 9, 2025

Houghton

Patricia A. (Phoof) Wilkinson, 79, a resident of Houghton, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the UP Health System- Portage Hospital shortly after being admitted.

Patricia was born on April 23, 1946, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Hancock to the late Robert and Louise (Klarich) Schutz. She was a resident of Houghton...

Aug 8, 2025

Houghton

Melissa A. Salo, 62, a resident of Houghton, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025, at the Franklin House of Portage Pointe in Hancock following a lengthy illness.

A memorial service for Melissa will take place at 11am, Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock Chapel with Pastor...