Linda Sue Trudgeon
Sep 19, 2026
Linda Sue Trudgeon went to be with her Lord and Savior, September 19, 2026, at the age of 78, at home, surrounded by her husband and sister. Linda was born on February 23,1948 in Munising, MI to Wayne and Valerie E. Peters, the 5th of 12 children.
Linda was a devout woman of faith who loved serving in many kinds of...
Richard Jay Hoffstrom
Sep 17, 2026
Richard Hoffstrom, 73, passed away on September 17, 2026, in L'Anse, MI.
Obituary and Service Information will be posted when available.
Robert Michael Provenzola
Sep 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Michael Provenzola, who was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 9, 1956 to Frank and Shirley Provenzola. Bob passed away on September 12, 2026 in Ontonagon, Michigan, surrounded by the beauty of the forest he loved so deeply. There is comfort in knowing that his journey came to...
Carl Kettunen
Sep 10, 2026
Carl Thomas Kettunen passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, at Our Lady of Mercy in Hubbell, Michigan. He was born on November 11, 1951, at Ontonagon Memorial Hospital to Thomas and Ruth Kettunen of Calderwood, Michigan, in the Bond Falls area.
Carl was a longtime resident of Trout Creek and was a man who found some of his greatest...
Mary Ann Mazurek
Sep 7, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Ann Mazurek, a beloved member of our community, who departed this world peacefully on September 7, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on January 2, 1959, in Ontonagon, MI.Mary Ann worked for over 30 years as a waitress and bartender for the AmericInn in Silver City and...
Carolynne Ann Bigge
Sep 5, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Carolynne Ann "Lynne" Bigge, who was called home to the Lord on September 5, 2026, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 84 years old.
Lynne was born on April 30, 1942, in Rivers, Manitoba, Canada. Lynne, her mother Winona, and her brother...
Eileen Minda Huhta
Sep 1, 2026
Eileen Minda Huhta, born June 20, 1927, in Paynesville, Michigan, passed away on September 1, 2026, surrounded by the legacy of a long life devoted to family, faith, friendship, and community.
She was the youngest of nine children born to Sophia and Henry Haapala. Raised in the area, she attended local schools and was a longtime member of Our Savior Lutheran...
Julia Margaret Linna
Aug 25, 2026
Julia Margaret Linna, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 10, 1943, Julia lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and unwavering faith.As a devoted homemaker and steadfast supporter of her family, Julia cherished her roles as a mother to...
Cheryl Anne Haapala
Jul 27, 2026
Cheryl Anne Haapala, a devoted mother and wife, left this world on July 27th, 2026 with family at her side. Cheryl had been dealing with multiple health problems during the last couple of years as well as a broken heart since her husband, Roger Haapala Sr., passed away four years ago.
Cheryl was born on January 12th, 1950 at St. Joe’s...
Bertha Peterson
Jul 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bertha Peterson, who departed this life on July 24, 2026, surrounded by love and peace during a short stay at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility. Born on September 11, 1923, in the serene town of Rockland, Michigan, Bertha graced this world with her warmth and kindness for nearly 103...
Sally Louise Gagnon
Jul 13, 2026
Sally Louise (Schmaus) Gagnon
Sally Louise (Schmaus) Gagnon, 83, of Rockland, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on July 13, 2026. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, and her presence will be deeply missed.Sally was born on February 4, 1943 in Ontonagon, Michigan to George and Hilda (Stark) Schmaus. She attended Roger Clark School in Rockland,...
Joshua David Wiesen
Jul 10, 2026
Joshua David Wiesen, 32, passed on Friday, July 10, 2026, after his lifelong battle with Huntington's disease. He was a friend to anyone in need, a fun-loving uncle, a devoted brother, and cherished son. He was kind and compassionate, fiercely loyal, and all at the same time a jokester to his core.
Josh was born prematurely in Greenville, MI to...
Scott Arthur Silver
Jul 9, 2026
Scott Arthur Silver, 63, passed away peacefully at home on July 9, 2026.
Born on May 23, 1963, in Livonia, Michigan, Scott was the son of Charles and Roberta Silver.
Scott was first married to Lori Picotte on July 23, 1988, and together they welcomed three daughters. He later married Peggy Bittner on January 17, 2013.
A skilled craftsman, Scott...
Sylvia Vercillo
Jul 9, 2026
Sylvia Jacqueline Vercillo, 61, of Christopher, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Du Quoin Nursing and Rehab in Du Quoin, Illinois.
She was born on September 11, 1964 to Jose Ruiz and Carolyn (Goudy) Ruiz in Murphysboro, Illinois. She married Joseph Smith on May 18, 1984, in Murphysboro, Illinois, and out of this union came her daughter, Jennifer Smith....
Rodney Majurin
Jun 20, 2026
Rodney Majurin, 61, of Ontonagon passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at his home with his wife Chrissie by his side. Rod was born April 12, 1965, in Ontonagon, the son of the late Jean Kovalainen.
Rod graduated from Ontonagon Area High School in 1983. He then attended Gogebic Community College graduating with a Construction Management degree. Rod owned...
Beatrice Bailey
Jun 18, 2026
On June 18, 2026 Beatrice McGeshick Bailey (squawb-Na-quay) "Red Sky Woman" 88 of Watersmeet began her journey into the spirit world.
She was born January 7, 1938 at the Indian village along the northern shore of Lac Vieux Desert. She graduated from Ewen-Trout Creek high school in 1973. She attended Rose State College in Midwest City, OK for one...
William "Bill" Roehm
Jun 13, 2026
William Arthur "Bill" Roehm, 68, of Dodge, North Dakota, formerly of Ontonagon, Michigan passed away on June 13, 2026, after battling complications from heart surgery.
Bill was born on November 20, 1957. Throughout his life, he worked many different jobs, including golf course maintenance, manufacturing for Goodyear Tire, oil field work, over-the-road trucking, and as a butcher. No matter what job...
Gary Allen Cronkright Jr.
Jun 7, 2026
Gary Allen Cronkright Jr., 67, of Iron River, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2026, as a result of an automobile accident. Born and raised in Trout Creek, Michigan, Gary built a life centered around service, hard work, family, and community. Throughout his life, he was known not only for his dedication to those around him, but also for...
Jeffrey Gordon Helsius
Jun 5, 2026
Jeffrey Gordon Helsius passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 5th, 2026. He was born on December 5th, 1959 in Ishpeming, Michigan the son of David and Janet Helsius of Trout Creek, Michigan. Jeffrey lived in Trout Creek with his loving wife Virginia of 29 years.
Jeffrey graduated from Andrews University in 1987 with a degree in Religion and...
Edward C. Malnar
May 24, 2026
Edward C. Malnar, 90, of Ewen, passed away on Sunday, May 24,2026.
Edward was born in Ewen, Michigan on February 19, 1936, the son of the late Edward and Ida (nee: Wolfe) Malnar. Edward proudly served in the United States Army, Airborne division during the Korean conflict. He was stationed in Germany and was honorably discharged. Edward retired from Case Tractor...
