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Lois Maria Johnson

Lois Maria Johnson

September 20, 2023

Lois Maria Johnson, 89, of Superior, WI passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 in Superior, WI with her loving family near her side.

Lois was born at home on January 28, 1934, in Chicog Township, Washburn County, WI to Wayne and Emma (Hustvet) Wilcox. She graduated from the Spooner High School Class of 1951.

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Douglas S. Lisdahl

Douglas S. Lisdahl

September 20, 2023

Douglas Scott Lisdahl (63), lifelong Superior resident, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at Essentia Health – St. Mary’s Medical Center, in Duluth, MN. He was born to Donald Lisdahl, Sr. and Nancy (Nault) Lisdahl on March 22, 1960 in Duluth, MN.

He joined the Marine Corps in 1978 and graduated honor man of his...

Lavonne A. Garin

Lavonne A. Garin

September 19, 2023

LaVonne Ann Garin, 88, long time Superior resident, died peacefully on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, surrounded with love from her family. She was born in Chetek, WI on December 8, 1934, the daughter of Emily and Charles Wasko.

LaVonne graduated from St. Croix High School, class of 1952. She married Larry Garin on May 11, 1952, in...

Margaret J. Fedler

Margaret J. Fedler

September 18, 2023

Margaret “Peggy” Jean Fedler, 82, of Hermantown, MN, passed away Monday, September 18, 2023, in her home. She was born in Superior, WI on December 30, 1940, to Raymond and Blanche (Fitch) Manke.

She graduated from Superior Central High School in 1958. She worked primarily in the banking industry until retirement. She was also known for her...

Joan M. Stein

Joan M. Stein

September 17, 2023

Joan Marie Stein, 80, lifelong Superior resident died unexpectedly on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Mercy One Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa while on vacation visiting her special friends, Jane and Al Christopherson.

She was born in Superior on July 29, 1943, the daughter of Arthur and Marie (Eggert) Carlson Sr. and graduated from Superior Senior High...

Corbin Lee Fritze

Corbin Lee Fritze

September 17, 2023

Corbin Lee Fritze, 19, lifelong resident of Superior WI, died peacefully at home. Mom and Dad held him close as he left this world.

Corbin was a beautiful blue-eyed young man who had a choking accident as a toddler. Sadly, his accident caused a devastating Anoxic Brain Injury leaving him very disabled, but Corbin was very loved...

Gene P. Johnson

Gene P. Johnson

September 13, 2023

Gene Philip “Phil” Johnson, 47, longtime resident of Superior, WI, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN with family by his side.

He was born in Duluth on June 24, 1976.

Phil graduated high school and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from...

Ailie E. Sundholm

Ailie E. Sundholm

September 10, 2023

Ailie Evelyn Sundholm, 90, lifelong resident of South Range, WI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Aspen Health and Rehabilitation in Hawthorne, WI.

She was born on April 16, 1933, in Cloverland, WI, the daughter of Elmer and Wentla (Kirkus) Alhom.

Ailie married Melvin Sundholm in August of 1949. Together they owned...

Heath R. Hanssen

Heath R. Hanssen

September 8, 2023

Heath R. Hanssen, 46, a new resident of Brule, WI, died peacefully Friday, September 8, 2023, at home with his devoted wife by his side. He was born in Dubuque, IA, on October 10, 1976.

He graduated from the former Central High School in Duluth, MN, and worked at HOM Furniture for twenty-four years.

Heath...

Bonita "Bonnie" Sue Harvey

Bonita "Bonnie" Sue Harvey

September 8, 2023

Bonita “Bonnie” Sue Harvey, 82, of Lake Nebagamon, WI peacefully passed away at home on Friday, September 8th, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Bonnie was born on April 19th, 1941, to Lois and Leonard Engstrom. Her mother Lois remarried Harold Becker in 1961. Harold had a considerable influence on Bonnie’s life and her upbringing. Bonnie grew...

Janet Kay Ledin

Janet Kay Ledin

September 7, 2023

Janet Kay Ledin, 70, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 7, 2023. A lifelong resident of Superior, she was born on August 17, 1953, the daughter of Arthur and Joan (Bleyenberg) Dhooge.

She was a graduate of Superior Senior High School, class of 1971, and went on to further her education earning her associate degree in marketing...

Charlene A. O'Brien

Charlene A. O'Brien

September 5, 2023

Charlene A. O’Brien, 92, embraced in the loving arms of her family, was accompanied by angels to her heavenly home on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. She was born in Superior, August 20, 1931, to Charles and Fannie (Daly) Heirman.

Named for her father, Charlene was the fourth daughter of the “Heirman Girls”. Not only sisters but best...

Donna C. Sorenson

Donna C. Sorenson

September 5, 2023

Donna C. Sorenson, 89, longtime resident of South Range, WI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Twin Ports Health Services in Superior. She was born in Chicago, IL on February 1, 1934, grew up in Hegewisch, IL and had been a South Range resident since 1952.

She attended Henry...

Roger R. Anderson

Roger R. Anderson

September 2, 2023

Roger Anderson (74) of Superior, WI passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at St Luke’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN. He was born on June 3, 1949 to Ralph and Berniece Anderson in Superior, WI.

Roger graduated from Superior Senior High School and received a Business degree from UW-Superior. Following graduation, he briefly resided in Minneapolis,...

Kenneth C. Walker

Kenneth C. Walker

September 1, 2023

Kenneth C. Walker, 78, of Superior, WI passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023, surrounded by his family and loving wife Liza Walker of 30 years. Ken was born on July 4, 1945 at Fairview Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. He was one of two children of Wilton C. Walker and Thelma L. Walker.

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Richard R. Peterson

Richard R. Peterson

August 31, 2023

Richard R. Peterson, 76, lifelong resident of Bennett, WI passed away peacefully and comfortably at home surrounded by family on Thursday, August 31, 2023, after a long 20 + year battle fighting Parkinson’s.

He was born in Superior on February 14, 1947, the son of John and Ingrid (Abrahamson) Peterson.

Richard was united in marriage...

Shirley L. Petite

Shirley L. Petite

August 25, 2023

Shirley Lorene Petite, 91, longtime resident of South Range, died peacefully Friday, August 25, 2023, at home surrounded by family. She was born in Washburn, WI, on February 25, 1932. the daughter of Gertrude and Donald D. Potter.

Shirley was united in marriage to Gerald J. Petite, December 1, 1949, and they celebrated 71 years of marriage...

David S. Byrka

David S. Byrka

August 24, 2023

David Scott Byrka, 73, longtime Superior resident, passed away unexpectedly while at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN on Thursday, August 24, 2023, with his loving wife by his side. He was born in Superior on November 20, 1949, the son of Roman and Patricia (Goldfine) Byrka.

David graduated from Superior Senior High School and furthered his...

Scott Mcintyre

Scott Mcintyre

August 24, 2023

Scott McIntyre, 77, lifelong Superior resident died peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Benedictine Health Center in Duluth, MN. He was born in Superior on April 17, 1946, the son of John C. and Mary E. (DeMeyer) McIntyre.

He graduated from the former Cathedral High School in Superior and attended the University of...

Joel L. Accola

Joel L. Accola

August 22, 2023

Joel Laird Accola, 59, of Superior, passed away at home on August 22, 2023. He was born December 10, 1963, son of Launa (Higgins) Riedasch and James Tarro.

Joel graduated from Superior Senior High School in 1982 and from UW-Superior with a bachelor's degree in biology and art. He worked for the Wisconsin DNR and most recently,...

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