Merlin Francis Herbert
December 10, 2025
Merlin Herbert, 84, of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, at Waterview Shores in Two Harbors.
Born on December 13, 1940, to Edmund and Clara (Bonnin) Herbert, Merlin was a lifelong resident of Superior’s East End neighborhood. Merlin lived a full and meaningful life marked by devotion to his family, love of the outdoors, and deep pride in...
Michelle Marie McKercher
December 4, 2025
On December 4th , 2025 the world lost a dear friend, mother, daughter, sister, partner, grandmother and aunt. Michelle McKercher passed away peacefully at home surrounded by close family members. Michelle had been battling cancer off and on for several years and was recently on home hospice care.
Michelle was loved by many and made countless friends during her years playing...
Kathleen Tahja
November 30, 2025
On November 30, 2025, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ brought His daughter, Kathleen “Cookie” Zelazny Tahja, to join Him at His eternal banquet. Cookie passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy defined by honesty, wit, and a deep appreciation for the simple things in life.
Cookie was born to John and Berniece Zelazny on August 9, 1944, the fourth of...
Cassie Marie Nielsen Todorovich
November 25, 2025
Cassie Marie Nielsen of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on November 25, 2025, at Essentia Health in Duluth, Minnesota at 43 years old. Cassie was born on December 9, 1981, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, to Kjersti Kannas and Gary Nielsen.
“Cass,” as many called her, is survived by her mother, Kjersti; her sons, Conner and Tyler Kassler of St. Paul, Minnesota; her...
Douglas Donald Edge
November 24, 2025
It is with deeply saddened hearts the family of Doug D. Edge announces his passing on November 24, 2025 at the age of 76. He was born on March 25, 1949 in Superior, WI to Lucille (Pitzen) and Donald Edge.
Doug was a devout husband to Mary Jo Edge for 55 wonderful years, the greatest father ever to Andy Edge, loving...
Lester James Barton
November 23, 2025
Jim Barton, 92, of Superior, passed away on November 23, 2025 after a short stay in the hospital that included the discovery of cancer. Jim was born in Sandstone, MN, graduated from Superior Cathedral High and received a degree from UW-Superior.
Jim was an electrician for the UW-Superior before retiring when his wife of nearly 37 years, Kathleen L. (Flaherty) Barton...
Edward Lee Forrestal Jr.
November 22, 2025
Edward Lee Forrestal Jr., 66, of Duluth, passed away peacefully on November 22nd at St Luke’s hospital.
He was born in Superior, WI on February 18,1959 to Edward Sr. and Donna (Tribbey) Forrestal. He grew up in North End and attended Superior Senior High School. At 18 years old, Ed met his wife, Corrine. They were married on August 21, 1982,...
Audrey Marie Hakkila
November 16, 2025
Audrey Marie Hakkila (96), Poplar, WI, passed away on November 16, 2025 at Villa Marina Health Center in Superior, WI. Audrey was born on August 11, 1929 to Rueben and Hilda (Saari) Bloom in the town of Lakeside, WI. She was a lifelong resident of Poplar and graduated from Poplar High School.
Audrey worked as a Learner Aide for the Maple...
Euguene Vernon Thompson
November 15, 2025
Eugene V. Thompson, 92, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2025, in his sleep while residing at Dove Health and Rehabilitation in Superior, WI.
Gene was born the first son of Verner and Elenore (Silvola) of Oma, WI. He is one of six children: Delores (Dezur), Doris (Morello), Eugene, Charles, Vern (Nasi), and Joan Vobedja. He was preceded in death by his...
Edward R. Mickendrow
November 13, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and a profound sense of loss we must announce the passing of Edward R. Mickendrow. Ed was a great and giving man who had a profound impact on the lives of everyone he touched. Ed passed on November 13, 2025 at the age of 76. He was born on October 17, 1949 to the parents...
Jean Elizabeth Hammersborg
November 10, 2025
Jean Elizabeth (Hanson) Hammersborg, 69, Superior resident, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 10th, 2025. She was born on July 12th , 1956 in Duluth, MN to Howard and Agnes (Johnson) Hanson.
Jean graduated from Duluth East High School and received her BS in Nursing from the College of St. Scholastica. She was employed as an RN at...
Patricia Burgraff
November 8, 2025
Patricia Burgraff, 89, Lake Nebagamon, WI, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on January 23, 1936, and spent most of her life in the Lake Nebagamon community, where she built a beautiful life centered around faith, family, and friendship.
Patricia was a lifelong member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and an active participant in...
Patricia Ann Collins
November 7, 2025
Patricia Ann Collins (McMullen), of Superior, WI, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025 at the age of 92. She was born on March 18, 1933, to Leonard and Verna McMullen.
She was a member of St. Francis Xavior Church.
Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John “Jack” Collins, and her parents.
She is survived by her loving son, Michael...
Toni Ann Peterson
November 7, 2025
Toni Ann Peterson was born in Superior, WI, on April 25, 1965. She was welcomed home by her father, Gary David Peterson, mother Sondra Jo (Olson) Peterson, and big sister, Kathleen. Later, Toni celebrated the arrival of two little brothers, Michael and Jason. Sadly, Toni passed away on November 7, 2025, at the age of 60.
Toni was a lifelong resident...
Boguslaw Wladyslaw Wnuk
November 6, 2025
True Polish Prince
Boguslaw “Bob” Wnuk passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Spooner, WI, surrounded by love.
He was born on March 12, 1943, in Warsaw, Poland, to Wladyslaw and Josephine Wnuk. He was brought over by his grandfather, Tom Podgorek, and mother to the United States in 1961.
Bob was proud to serve his adopted country honorably in the U.S....
Richard Allen Edquist
October 31, 2025
Richard “Rick” Allen Edquist, 78, of Superior, WI passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born on March 1, 1947 in Superior, Rick was the son of Eleanor (Rice) Luostari and Ivan Dick. He lived most of his life in Superior and spent his childhood in Lake Nebagamon.
Rick married the love of his life, Kathleen Ann Connolly,...
Bernard Anthony Voegtle
October 28, 2025
Cherishing the Memory of Bernard Anthony Voegtle
Bernie was born April 25, 1952 in Elmhurst Illinois to the late Bernard and Kathleen (Charlton) Voegtle and was called Home on October 28, 2025 after living with cancer. Bernie spent most of his childhood years in Lombard Illinois, graduated from Sacred Heart Elementary School in 1966 and graduated from Montini Catholic High School...
Dale Kenneth Dalbec
October 27, 2025
Dale Kenneth Dalbec, 70, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025 at McKenzie Manor in Superior, WI. He was born to Kenneth and Liane Dalbec on July 22, 1955 in Superior.
Growing up in Maple, WI, Dale graduated from Northwestern High School in 1974. He also graduated from Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College in Ashland with a diploma in Auto Mechanics in...
Daniel William O'Hara
October 22, 2025
Daniel W. O’Hara, 77, better known to his friends as “Flair” died on October 22, 2025 as a result of a car accident. Dan was born in Superior on September 14, 1948.
He spent his childhood in Superior, WI, Grand Rapids, MN and the Amnicon River Valley. He graduated from Northwestern High School in 1966, then attended UWS, where he was...
Gillis Woodrow Botten
October 22, 2025
Gillis Woodrow Botten, 75, longtime Barnes, WI resident, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He was born to Peter and Marjorie (Johnson) Botten on July 11, 1950, in Superior, WI.
He graduated from Superior Senior High School, class of 1968, and went on to earn both a Bachelor of Science and a graduate...
