Penni P. Cousineau
Aug 4, 2026
GILE, Wis. - Penni Pickett Cousineau, 65, of Gile, was taken home to Heaven, having departed this mortal existence on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.
She was born on Jan. 20, 1961, in Oakley, Idaho, to Floyd Jennings Pickett and Joyce Hardy Pickett.
She was a very devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and remained faithful throughout her...
Clara Marie Jordan
Aug 3, 2026
IRONWOOD, Mich. – Clara Marie Jordan, 100, a lifelong resident of W. Larch St., in Ironwood, passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, at her home.
The former Clara Bruzdzinski was born on Nov. 6, 1925, in Ironwood, daughter of the late Peter and Pat (Guzek) Bruzdzinski. She graduated from Luther L. Wright High School.
Clara was united in marriage to...
Raymond Arthur Joki
Aug 1, 2026
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Raymond Arthur Joki, 84, passed away Saturday afternoon, Aug. 1, 2026, at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital in Ironwood.
He was born Feb. 4, 1942, in Wakefield, a son of Wilbert and Rachel (Maki) Joki.
Raymond was employed as a civil engineer for the Minnesota Department of Transportation for 42 years starting his career in Minneapolis and many years in Duluth....
Barbara J. Simcoe
Jul 29, 2026
BESSEMER, Mich. – Barbara J. Simcoe, 70, of Bessemer, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield, after a year-long illness.
Barbara was born on Sept. 12, 1955, in Ironwood, the daughter of George and Joyce (Nydahl) Thomas. She graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood.
On June 18, 1977, Barbara married Dave...
Kristine Ann Beckman
Jul 22, 2026
IRONWOOD, Mich. – Kristine Ann Beckman, 53, of Ironwood, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Kristine was born on Jan. 31, 1973, in Ironwood, a daughter of David P. and Barbara A. (Trethewey) Beckman. She graduated from Luther L. Wright High School and Gogebic Community College.
Kristine is survived by her parents, David...
William D. Niemi
Jul 20, 2026
BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our husband, dad, grandpa and best friend, William "Will Bill" Niemi, on Monday, July 20, 2026, at the age of 65.
Will was born on Dec. 10, 1960, in Bruce Crossing, above his grandparents’ restaurant, Bundy's. His parents were Bernard "Bundy" Niemi and Vivian Whisman. He graduated from the...
Linda D. Johnson
Jul 16, 2026
IRONWOOD, Mich. – Linda D. Johnson, 73, of Ironwood, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026, after a lengthy illness.
Linda was born on March 18, 1953, in Wakefield, a daughter of Eino M. and Martha H. (Waataja) Kauranen. She attended Wakefield High School and graduated in 1971.
Linda was funny, feisty and loved animals, especially her long-time feline companion, Romeo.
Linda is...
Patricia Lynn 'Patty' Nyman
Jul 12, 2026
BESSEMER, Mich. – Patricia Lynn “Patty” Nyman, 73, a longtime resident of Bessemer, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 12, 2026, at her residence.
The former Patricia Kujanson was born Aug. 28, 1952, in Ironwood, daughter of the late Eugene and Alice (Brown) Kujanson. She attended Ironwood schools.
Patty was married to Curtis “Snuffy” Nyman on June 24, 1972, at Sharon Lutheran Church...
Nancy C. Pinkston
Jul 10, 2026
HURLEY, Wis. - It is with profound sorrow that we bid farewell to our beloved mother, aunt and friend, Nancy C. Pinkston, who passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born on July 17, 1936, Nancy was the cherished daughter of Joseph and Palmina Casagranda of Ludlow, Massachusetts.
Nancy had an insatiable love for games, indulging in...
Janice M. Makinen
Jul 9, 2026
IRONWOOD, Mich. – Janice M. Makinen, 80, a lifelong resident of Ironwood, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Janice was born on May 19, 1946, in Ironwood, a daughter of John G. and Harriet E. (Hyke) Kaseno.
She was united in marriage to James E. Makinen. They were blessed with two children, Lisa D. (John) Ursini and Richard J. Makinen.
As we...
Roger Lee Paige
Jul 2, 2026
HURLEY, Wis. – Roger Lee Paige, 89, of Hurley, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living Community in Ironwood, Michigan, with his loving family at his side.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, July 6, from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 404 Iron St., in Hurley, where...
Katherine A. (Seppa) Scarpelli
Jun 30, 2026
WAKEFIELD, Mich. – Katherine A. (Seppa) Scarpelli, 71, of Tinley Park, Illinois and Wakefield, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
A complete obituary will be published at a later date.
Jerald Rocco, owner and manager of Lakeside Memorial Chapel Inc., in Wakefield, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed online at lakesidememorialchapel.com
Jaret M. Luppino
Jun 27, 2026
IRON BELT, Wis. – Jaret M. Luppino, 69, passed away early Saturday morning, June 27, 2026, at her home in Iron Belt. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Jaret was born on March 4, 1957, to Geraldine and Donald Anderson who made their home in Montreal. Jaret graduated from Hurley High School in 1975, where she enjoyed being involved in...
Miloslav Kosc
Jun 25, 2026
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Miloslav “Mike/Milo” Kosc, 76, of Wakefield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Mike was born on Nov. 11, 1949, in Czechoslovakia, and he came to the United States of America in 1972.
Mike worked as a truck driver for 30 years, and lived in Illinois for 32 years, before moving to Wakefield with his wife, Mary, in...
James Nadreau Huss
Jun 23, 2026
IRONWOOD, Mich. - James Nadreau “Jim” Huss, 88, of Ironwood, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Born and raised in Ironwood, Jim spent his entire life in the community he loved, leaving a legacy defined by hard work, civic devotion and an unshakeable love for his family.
Jim was born on Sept. 18, 1937, the second of five children born...
Jill Juli (Sliva) Watson
Jun 17, 2026
SUDBURY, Mass. - Jill Juli (Sliva) Watson, 60, of Sudbury, and formerly of Bessemer, Michigan, passed peacefully while surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Jill was born on Dec. 13, 1965, in Wakefield, Michigan. She was a graduate of A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer, and received her bachelor's degree in English from Michigan State University. Jill completed...
Charles Francis Tauer
Jun 17, 2026
BESSEMER, Mich. – Charles Francis Tauer, 83, a lifelong resident of Bessemer, (Anvil), passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, with his loving family at his side.
Chuck was born on Jan. 10, 1943, in Bessemer, a son of Joseph and Leona (Sobieski) Tauer. He attended Ramsay School and A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer.
Chuck worked at Milwaukee Tool in Milwaukee for...
Morris "Mike" Warsop
Jun 14, 2026
MATCHWOOD, Mich. - Morris “Mike” Warsop, 87, of Matchwood, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, after a short illness, at home.
Mike was born on July 24, 1938, in Athens, Michigan, to Harry “Pike” and Reta Warsop. He graduated from Athens High School in 1956 along with lifelong friends, Billy Reese and Terry Hinckel, who he shared time with skipping...
Theresa M. Talaska
Jun 12, 2026
MONTREAL, Wis. - Theresa M. Talaska, 62, of Montreal, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at home, with her daughter by her side.
Theresa was born June 25, 1963, in Cudahy, the daughter of Louis E. and Marilyn (Maradik) Smollar. Raised on the family farm in Ironwood Township, Michigan, where she grew up. During her high school years, she participated...
George William Karling
Jun 11, 2026
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - George William Karling, 96, of Wakefield, died peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield.
George was born on April 22, 1930, in Wakefield, a son of George Mathew and Vienna Maria (Lowney) Karling. He attended school in Wakefield and graduated in 1948.
He also attended Gogebic Community College in the building trades.
George...