Hancock--Corbin J. Roy, 96, of Hancock passed away March 5, 2010, at the Cypress Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Hancock where he had been a resident patient for the past three months. He was born May 24, 1913, in Houghton, Michigan to Emile and Mary (Brule) Roy. Corbin was a 1932 graduate of Houghton High School and participated in athletics. He later lived in Hancock, Lansing, and most recently at the Bluffs in Houghton until December 10, 2009. He was employed by th...
Lake Linden--In loving memory of Amanda Briggs, 21, of Lake Linden, who passed away suddenly Saturday, March 6, 2010, due to injuries received in a snowmobiling accident. Mandy was born on May 26, 1988 in Ontonagon, the daughter of Gary Laitola and Darlene Briggs. She graduated from Lake Linden High School in 2007. She was currently employed as a secretary for LGS. With a smile readily available for all, Mandy would happily help anyone she saw in need. As an outdoor enthu...
AuTrain--Sharal A. McKay, age 63, of E3216 M-28, AuTrain, died on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Marquette General Hospital following a brief illness. She was born on June 22, 1946 to Ervin and Etheleen (Sharick) Hartwell. Sharal’s father was in the service so she grew up traveling around the country. She graduated from Bentley Senior High School in Flint. Sharal went to cosmetology school and worked as a beautician. She raised her five children and taught them to love each other and to tak...
Eben-- Neil “Marvin” Rukkila, age 82, of Eben, died on Monday, March 1, 2010 at the Munising Memorial Hospital in Munising. He had been a resident of Tendercare the last four years. Marvin was born on April 8, 1927 in Rock, Michigan to the late Hugo and Jennie (Norlund) Rukkila. Most of his life was spent in Eben at the farm. He loved animals, farm life, and family gatherings during the summer and holidays. His special cousin Shirley was with him every week and he loved the company at T...
Eben Junction Ronald “Ron” Arne Haavisto, Sr., age 75, of Eben Junction, died on Monday, March 1, 2010 at the Pine Crest Care Facility in Powers, Michigan. He was born on December 11, 1934 in Negaunee to the late Arne and Aune (Makie) Haavisto. Ron graduated from Eben High School in 1952. He married the former Geraldine “Gerry” Gravelle on March 10, 1956 and together they raised five children. Ronald was a woodsman and a small engine repairman. He also enjoyed working on the Haavisto ...
Mary DeZetter, 83, Ralph, Michigan, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Dickinson County Healthcare System, Iron Mountain, Michigan. She was born March 8, 1926, daughter of the late Earl and Susan (Kerwin) Nape. Mary grew up and attended school in Chicago, Ill. She married Richard Roesner in Chicago; he preceded her in death. Mary married Joseph DeZetter, and they resided in Chicago. He preceded her in death in 1976. Mary worked as a receptionist at LaSalle Bank in downtown Chicago...
Lilly Opal Lawry, 88, of Crystal Falls, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Iron County Medical Care Facility, Crystal Falls. She was born May 8, 1921, in Phelps, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Grady W. and Minnie (Wells) Lester. In 1941, she married Robert M. Lawry in Crystal Falls. He preceded her in death on December 27, 1999. Opal was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and homemaker. She retired as a housekeeper for the former Crystal Manor and enjoyed her time at the medical ca...
John "Jack" Wallace Ross, Iron River, passed away, Friday, February 26, 2010, at the age of 76 while a patient at Iron County Medical Care Facility, Crystal Falls. He was born March 16, 1933, in Iron River, son of the late Wilson and Blanche (Greig) Ross. Jack was a life-long resident of Iron River. Survivors include, three sisters, Joyce Girvin, Long Beach, Calif., Shirlee Cordeiro, Las Vegas, Nev., LaRayne Ross, Torrance, Calif.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was p...
Christmas-- On Friday afternoon, February 26, 2010, Barbara Lukowski, age 53, finally succumbed to her battle with cancer. She was born in Chatham, MI on December 6, 1957 to the late William Carlson and Anna Ludwa Carlson. Barb was a courageous and determined woman who overcame nearly every challenge life presented her; she did not know how to quit. Her determination transferred to her unerring advocacy for the infirm, disabled, and disadvantaged. She dedicated her life to helpin...
Trenary Anna Walls Kallio, age 83, of Trenary died with her daughter by her side on Tuesday afternoon, February 23, 2010 at the Tendercare Health Center in Munising. She was the daughter of Thomas and Julia Hendershot and was born in Livonia on Augutst 23, 1926. Anna was raised and attended school in the Redford Township area. During WWII, she installed windshields into the B-24 Liberator aircraft at the Willow Run plant. Anna worked as a waitress in Romulus before going to work...
Mary L. Biolo, 94, of Kingsford, Mich., passed away Monday, February 22, 2010, at Freeman Nursing Home, Kingsford. She was born September 27, 1915, in Minneapolis, Minn., daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Hnida. Mary was a long-time resident of Neenah, Wis. She married Charles Biolo; he preceded her in death in 1984. Mary is survived by her son, Alex (Barbara) Biolo, Norway, Mich., three grandchildren, Amy Biolo, Naples Fla., Anthony Biolo, Kevil, Ky., Mary (Brian) Tonge, Petoskey,...
Riverdale / Grand Marais Imogene “Jeanne” E. Fraser, 76, of Riverdale, Michigan passed away Saturday, February 20, 2010 at home in Grand Marais, Michigan with her loving daughters at her side. Jeanne was born on September 8, 1933 in Bemidji, Minnesota to Fredrick Charles and Stella Lahman. She dedicated her life to her family and the care of others as a Registered Nurse and guardian. Her hobbies included gardening, American history, going to the casino and bowling with her friends. ...
Ronald L. Wickman, 77, of Norway, Mich., passed away Sunday, February 21, 2010, at the Oscar G. Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center, Iron Mountain. He was born July 17, 1932, in Foster City, Mich., son of the late Leonard and Lillian (Thunell) Wickman. Ronald graduated from Felch High School and went on to serve in the United States Army from 1952 until 1953. He married the former Nellie Naiman, she preceded him in death on March 13, 1991. Ronald married the former Donna Helmer ...
Jennie J. Skiba, 88, of Crystal Falls, Mich., passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2010, with her family at her side at the Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn, Ill. She was born October 21, 1921, daughter of the late Mary and John Kudwa. Jennie married Stanley Skiba on October 21, 1944, at the Guardian Angels Catholic Church, Crystal Falls. Stanley preceded her in death on July 26, 2001. At the age of 18, Jennie moved to Chicago with $10.00 that her mother had given her to start a new l...
Margaret D. Bastian, 84, of Kingsford, passed away Monday, February 15, 2010, at Pine Crest Medical Care Facility, Powers, Mich. She was born February 27, 1925, in Channing, Michigan, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Johnson. Margaret married Cletus Bastian on May 27, 1950, at St. Mary and St. Joseph Catholic Church, Iron Mountain. They lived in Iron Mountain for a short time before moving to Marquette, Michigan, where they owned and operated Rest A While Cabins. Margaret and Cletu...
