Obituaries

Oct 7, 2024

I am writing my own obituary because I want the last word! Carol Ann Foeller Seid, age 92, was born on October 30, 1931, to Sylvia (Peltonen) Foeller and Albert (Ted) John Foeller. I passed away peacefully at Ironwood General Hospital on Monday, October 7, 2024. I was born in Ashland, Wisconsin and came to Ontonagon, Michigan when I...

Oct 1, 2024

Genevieve Marie (Zielski) Hill, loving matriarch, passed away on October 1, 2024, with devoted family at her side.

She was born to Frank and Mary Zielski on January 15, 1930, and was raised in Ontonagon, Michigan.

Gen attended the Ontonagon Area Schools and graduated in 1948.

Gen was united in marriage to Rudolph...

Sep 23, 2024

James "Jim" Nehmer, beloved husband, father and grandfather entered heaven with a shout on September 23, 2024  from a courageous battle with throat cancer.  I am sure that he is excitedly using his voice at this time.   He will be greatly missed by the love of his life Amaryllis "Amy" Nehmer and family.

Jim was born on...

Sep 21, 2024

Lorraine Sylvia "Rainey" Moll, beloved sister, aunt, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and neighbor, aged 98 years, passed away peacefully in Ishpeming, on Saturday, September 21st, 2024.

She was born August 16, 1926, to Sylvester and Ethel Neuman, in Bruce Crossing. She graduated from Ewen High School at the age of 16, after which, she moved to Milwaukee...

Sep 17, 2024

Bernice "Nanny" Huotari died in her home in Munising, MI on September 17th with family surrounding her. She was ready to be with her God and all the other angels she so missed. Nanny was born on October 3rd, 1940, to Richard and Martha Niemi. She loved to tell people that she was "born in a barn". Nanny went...

Sep 16, 2024

Elden William Karhu passed away peacefully on September 16, 2024, with his granddaughter Alyssa Sanford by his side. He was born on July 1, 1931, to his parents William and Elina Karhu, at his grandparent's home (August & Anna Matta) on the Choate Road. He grew up on his family farm on Hall Road.

When he was...

Sep 16, 2024

James (Jim) Brennan Rogan passed away at Aspirus Hospital in Duluth, MN on September 16, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Born on October 19, 1948, to Kevin and Ruth (Danula) Rogan in Calumet, MI, Jim graduated in 1967 from Calumet High School. He was drafted into the Army in 1968, transferred to the Marines, and served in...

Sep 12, 2024

Randy (Ralph) Trasti, 70, of Ontonagon, MI, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 12, 2024.

Born on April 29, 1954, to William and Edna Mabel (Lampinen) Trasti, in Hancock, MI, Randy grew up in Ontonagon, MI, and graduated in 1972 from the Ontonagon Area High School.

He lived and worked in various places...

Sep 12, 2024

Anna "Josephine" Owl passed away peacefully surrounded by family.

Daughter of the late Simon and Mary (Southwind) Toulouse. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Owl.

Loving mother to Cynthia (Craig) Behm, Gail (Henry) Nootchtai Deborah (Louis) Owl-Conti, Sheri (Byron) Adams, Dwayne (Allison) Owl, Shaun Owl. Reunited with her of husband of 44 years the late...

Sep 8, 2024

George Michael Domitrovich, 83, of Ontonagon, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024 at Bayside Village in L'Anse, Michigan.

George was born on May 8, 1941, in Ontonagon, Michigan to Frank Sr. and Mary (Strebenak) Domitrovich. He married Judith (Ellison) on November 14, 1964, and together they had four sons. They would have celebrated 60 years...

Aug 22, 2024

Eino Samual Miilu of Tampa, FL, previously of Mass City, MI passed away on August 22, 2024 in Wesley Chapel, Florida. He was 81.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Rousseau Cemetery at 3:00pm. Pastor Michael Laako will be officiating.

Cane Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements....

Aug 9, 2024

On August 9th, 2024, at 6pm, William Leslie LaPlant, 66 of Ewen, Michigan unexpectedly passed away at his home.

Bill enjoyed spending time with family and dogs at Duane's house. He loved hunting, fishing, camping and watching Bar Rescue.

He was very loved by many family and friends and will be missed very much.

Aug 2, 2024

Anita Louise "Niti" Pantti of Greenland, MI passed away at her home in Greenland, MI on Friday, August 2, 2024..She was born on February 2, 1943, to Ivan and Alice (Draze) Martin, in Ontonagon, MI. She attended Mass City High School.

She was united in marriage to Carl Pantti on February 24th, 1961. They made their home...

Jul 23, 2024

Harry R. Chiochios, "Rick", 76, of Watersmeet, passed away on July 23rd at Wausau Aspirus Hospital.

Rick was born in Phelps, WI to Sam and Fern Chiochios on April 28, 1948. He graduated from Watersmeet Township School and worked for the Forest Service as a Forestry/Wildlife Technician until his retirement. Rick served in the United States Army...

Jul 18, 2024

Harold J. Mattson, age 77, of Bloomington Minnesota passed away on July 18, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis Minnesota.

Harold was born in Ontonagon Michigan to the late Jack and Evelyn Mattson. He grew up on the East Branch Road in Mass City and graduated from the Mass City High School. Upon graduation Harold...

Jul 13, 2024

Arlene Marie Yaklyvich, 84, passed away on July 13, 2024, at Mission Point in Hancock, Michigan.

Arlene was born in San Juan Capistrano, CA to Mike and Connie Aguilar on February 12, 1940. She went to San Juan Capistrano Mission in San Juan Capistrano, CA, graduating from UCLA with two Majors in Law and Accounting.

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Jul 7, 2024

Sandra Lee (Behnke) Monville, 62, of Ontonagon, MI, passed away unexpectedly on July 7, 2024, at her home in Ontonagon.

Sandy was born in Menominee, MI to Thomas and Jeanene (Picotte) Behnke on August 2, 1961.  She graduated from Ontonagon Area High School and completed some college at Northern Michigan University and Gogebic Community College. Sandy was...

Jul 4, 2024

Muriel "Murnie" Roberts, age 77, of Rockland MI went home to be with the Lord on July 4, 2024, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Murnie was born on February 4, 1947, in Ontonagon, MI to Alice and Ivan Martin. She grew up in Greenland and attended school in Mass.

She was united in marriage...

Jul 2, 2024

Ralph R. Manninen 73 of Trout Creek, MI passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 2, 2024 at Aspirus Iron River Hospital.

He was born March 20, 1951 to the late Ralph & Lillian Manninen. Ralph graduated from Hancock High School. After graduation, he served his county as a United States Marine. Ralph...

Jun 6, 2024

Mary J.  Domitrovich died at the age of 96 on June 6, 2024, at home surrounded by her family and caregivers after a short illness.

She was born February 6, 1928, in Ashland, WI, daughter of the late Mijo (Mike) and Mary Dosovic  Amich.  She moved to Ontonagon at the age of 18.

She graduated...