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Robert W. Krueger
Mar 11, 2024
Robert (Bob) Krueger was born in Appleton, WI in July of 1946 to Wilmer and Vera (Bellin) Krueger.
He graduated from Fox Valley Lutheran in 1964 and joined the US Marine Corp, discharged in 1966. He then married Barbara Buxton (deceased) and had a son, Brian.
Along with his passion for the GREEN BAY PACKERS,...
Alexander P. Grymala
Mar 8, 2024
Alex P. “Axel” Grymala was a larger-than-life character for more than 80 years throughout Douglas County. Alex closed his eyes for the last time on March 8, 2024, after a brief illness. He was comforted by many friends and family members during his last few hours. Alex was born in Superior to Ila (Maki) Grymala and Alex “Ole” Grymala...
Judith Ross
Mar 6, 2024
Judith Ross, 82, resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Villa Marina Nursing Home in Superior. She was born on April 25, 1941, the daughter of Charles and Angeline (Grandmont) Deneweth.
On August 10, 1963, Judy married William “Bill” Ross. They celebrated fifty-eight wonderful years together, before his passing in 2021.
...Nelda L. Jardine
Mar 5, 2024
Nelda Lou Jardine, 89, a Superior resident, passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 5, 2024 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN. She was born on November 29, 1934 in Rockwell City, IA, the daughter of Lynn and Ada (Lee) Jarvis.
She was an active member of Lynch Immanuel Lutheran Church when living...
Delton E. Bergsgaard
Mar 5, 2024
Delton ‘Del’ Eugene Bergsgaard, 94, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, at New Perspectives Senior Living in Superior, WI with family by his side.
Del was born August 27, 1929, on the family farm near Maddock, ND to Alph and Agnetha Bergsgaard. He grew up there with siblings Kenneth, Marlo, and Karen. Del attended the one...
Steven T. Shacter
Mar 4, 2024
Steven Todd Shacter, 47, died in Superior, WI on March 4, 2024. He was born the son of Ronald and Barbara Edelstein Shacter on June 10, 1976 in Minneapolis, MN.
Steven graduated from Armstrong High School in 1995. He went on to earn a degree from Dunwoody College of Technology and worked as a master...
Patricia Ann Archambault
Mar 4, 2024
Patricia Ann (Pat) Archambault passed away March 4, 2024 at Divine Rehabilitation Center in Superior. Pat was born on October 27, 1940 in Superior and was a life-long resident.
Pat was a proud member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church. She enjoyed working in her yard creating a calm and beautiful space.
...Lamont B. Ruppert
Mar 3, 2024
LaMont “Mont” Bert Ruppert, 75, of South Range, WI, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes in his home on Sunday, March 3, 2024. He was born November 28, 1948, in Washurn, WI to Elmer and Pearl Ruppert and grew up in Bayfield, WI.
His special interests were sports, especially baseball and football. His niece and nephew, Rhonda...
Esther C. Nolan
Mar 1, 2024
Just short of her 89th birthday, Esther Christine (Amys) Nolan left this earth on March 1, 2024. Born on March 21, 1935, to Peter Sr. and Esther (Peterson) Amys, she was among a family of nine daughters and two sons.
She was adored by her sisters and brothers, and was preceded in death by both parents, her...
David B. Almsted
Mar 1, 2024
David Bertil Almsted, 74, lifelong area resident, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior, WI. He was born in Ashland, WI on October 17, 1949, the son of Bertil and Emily (Hegbloom) Almsted.
He graduated from South Shore High School in Port Wing, WI, and then attended vocational school, receiving...
Frances V. Ruks
Mar 1, 2024
Frances Viola Ruks, 79, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 1, 2024, in her home with her loving husband by her side. She was born in Superior on September 30, 1944, the daughter of Frank and Viola (Punmala) Coaty.
She graduated from the former East High School, in Superior, the class of 1962....
Rose M. Degraef
Feb 29, 2024
Rose Marie DeGraef, 92, of Iron River, WI, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.
She was born on July 28, 1931, to Charles and Bessie (Kotera) Rampier at their home in South Range. She married Donald Tullberg and together they raised six children until his passing in...
Darryl E. Kortesma
Feb 28, 2024
It is with sadness that the family of Darryl Kortesma, age 82, announce his peaceful passing on February 28, 2024, in Waukesha, Wisconsin. He is survived by his loving wife of 61years, Karen, his devoted daughters Shelly, Joy, Anita, Suzann, and 6 wonderful grandchildren.
Born in 1941 to Eino and Audina Kortesma, Darryl grew up in the...
John M. Deterling Sr.
Feb 27, 2024
John M. Deterling, Sr., 90, resident of Poplar, WI, died peacefully on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the Villa Marina Nursing Home in Superior, WI.
He was born in Superior on April 4, 1933, the son of John A. and Phoebe (Carlson) Deterling.
He served his country honorably in the United States Army. After his...
Arlene H. Jacobson
Feb 24, 2024
Arlene H. Jacobson, 88, longtime Superior resident, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Franciscan Health Center in Duluth, MN. She was born in Superior on June 15, 1935, the daughter of Louis and Gladys (Martinson) Hanson.
She graduated from the former Central High School in Superior, in the class of 1953. She then obtained her...
Amelia L. Glonek
Feb 24, 2024
Amelia L. “Amy” Glonek, 93, resident of Siren, WI, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024. She was born in Superior, WI on December 17, 1930, to Isadore “Jack” and Helen (Petroski) Trianoski.
She lived in Superior most of her life, moving to Siren about four years ago, to live with her daughters Rita (Scott Allent) and...
Patricia C. Lien
Feb 24, 2024
Patricia “Trish” (Fleck) Lien passed away peacefully on February 24th, 2024, at Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing in Superior, Wisconsin at the age of 70. She was born on September 5, 1953, in Montevideo, Minnesota, the daughter of Robert and Colleen (Murphy) Fleck.
Trish graduated from Duluth East High School in 1971. After graduation she worked as an...
David L. Woods
Feb 22, 2024
David L. Woods, 74, longtime resident of Superior, WI, died peacefully on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, Friday, February 23, 2024, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 2316 East 4th Street, Superior, and will continue until the 11:00 AM Memorial Mass of Christian...
James E. Fudally
Feb 21, 2024
James Edward Fudally, 73, lifelong resident of Superior, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Twin Ports Health in Superior. He was born in Superior on July 21, 1950, the son of Joseph and Irene (Zalabski) Fudally.
James served his county honorably in the United States Army.
Per James’s wishes, a service will...
Judith A. Hurin
Feb 19, 2024
Judith A. Hurin, 79, lifelong area resident, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024, with family by her side, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s in Duluth, MN. She was born in Superior, WI on April 27, 1944, the daughter of John and Violet (Hill) Koukari.
She graduated from the former East High School in Superior and soon...
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