Dennis J. Karuzas
May 17, 2026
NORWAY, MI – Dennis John Karuzas passed away with his daughters by his side on May 17, 2026. Though his loss came far too soon, he leaves behind a lifetime of memories shared with family, friends, and all who knew him.
Dennis was born in Saratoga Springs, New York, on May 20, 1963, to Frances and John Karuzas. He graduated from...
Norma S. Aho
May 11, 2026
ISHPEMING, MI – Norma Suszann Aho, age 66, of Ishpeming, passed away on Monday May 11, 2026, at the Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, WI.
Norma was born in Ishpeming on June 8, 1959, the daughter of the late Norman and Esther (Nystedt) Aho. She was raised in Ishpeming alongside her older sister, Kathy, and was known from an...
Robert "Otto" Luoma
May 21, 2026
Ely Twp.- Robert “Otto” Luoma, age 81, lifelong area resident, passed away on Thursday May 21, 2026 at his home, while in the loving care of his family, and UP Home Health and Hospice.
Otto was born on February 6, 1945, son of the late Uuno and Alice (Wiljanen) Luoma. He grew up in the Champion area and was a graduate...
Kenneth C. Larson
May 20, 2026
ISHPEMING, MI - Kenneth C. Larson, age 95, passed away at his home on Wednesday May 20, 2026, surrounded by the loving care of his family and Lake Superior Home Health and Hospice staff.
Kenneth was born June 2, 1930, to Carl and Sophie (Jarvi) Larson, the third child of a family of five. He grew up in Ishpeming and National...
William E. Eman Sr.
May 20, 2026
Ishpeming- William “Bill” Edward Eman, Sr., age 78, passed away on Wednesday May 20, 2026 at the DJ Jacobetti MI Veterans facility while in the loving care of his family, facility staff, and Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice.
Bill was born on March 1, 1948 in Ishpeming, son of the late Robert and Ruth (Lloyd) Eman.
Bill was a proud veteran,...
Carol J. Beck
May 17, 2026
CHAMPION, MI – Carol J. Beck, age 95, of Champion, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the Marquette County Medical Care Facility in Ishpeming.
Carol was born on August 28, 1930, in Hermansville, Michigan, to the late William and Esther (Bengtson) Laitinen. She made her home in Champion for more than 50 years.
Carol enjoyed painting, decorating cakes, crocheting, and creating...
Sandra R. Salmela
May 16, 2026
Sandra “Sandy” Ruth (Nicholas) Salmela, age 75, of Negaunee, Michigan passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at her home in Negaunee.
Sandy was born on April 28, 1951, in Negaunee, Michigan, to Lester and Ruth (Stolnack) Nicholas. She was raised in Negaunee and graduated from Negaunee High School in 1969.
On October 30, 1971, Sandy was united in marriage to...
Aaron D. Butterfield
May 13, 2026
Aaron Dean Butterfield, a man who could fix anything and make anyone laugh while doing it, passed away on May 13, 2026, just two days before his 52nd birthday.
A resident of Ishpeming, Michigan, Aaron lived life on his own terms — with a joke ready and a skill for every situation. A true jack of all trades, Aaron had a...
Sally (Hakala) Forsman
May 8, 2026
ISHPMEING, MI - Sally (Hakala) Forsman passed away on May 8, 2026. Born to Toivo and Ingrid Hakala, Sally grew up surrounded by a close-knit circle of family. She often remarked that she was raised by "six mothers"—her mother Ingrid, her older sisters Carol and Lois, and her aunts Eva, Martha, and Elmie. She was often surrounded by numerous cousins....
Sherry L. Solka
May 6, 2026
ISHPEMING, MI – Sherry Lynn Solka, age 69, of Ishpeming, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the Marquette County Medical Care Facility while in the comforting care of her family and nursing home staff.
Sherry was born in Ishpeming, MI, on July 22, 1956, the daughter of James and Beverly (Duhame) Solka, and was raised in National Mine....
Jane A. Wiljanen
May 5, 2026
Michigamme- Jane A. Wiljanen, age 75, longtime area resident, passed away on Tuesday May 5, 2026 at the Norlite Nursing Center while in the loving care of her family, nursing home staff, and Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice.
Jane was born in Marquette on June 10, 1950, daughter of the late Larry and Aileen (Piirto) Taeger. She grew up in...
Mary G. Honkala
Apr 25, 2026
ISHPEMING, MI – Mary Gail Honkala, age 85, of Ishpeming, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at UP Health System – Marquette.
Mary was born on May 9, 1940, in Ishpeming, to George and Teckla (Johnson) Holmgren. She grew up in a small family and developed an early love for the outdoors, spending as much time as she could...
William Ardean Lahtela
Apr 24, 2026
HUMBOLDT, MI - William Ardean “Art” Lahtela, age 89, lifelong area resident, passed away on Friday April 24, 2026, at Brookridge Heights, Marquette, MI, while in the loving care of his family and health care team.
Ardean was born on June 1, 1936, son of the late Lydia Josephine (Seppanen) and Werner William Lahtela, and grew up in Republic, MI. In...
Jason L. Perry
Apr 18, 2026
Republic- Jason L. Perry, age 53, longtime area resident, passed away at his home on Saturday April 18, 2026 following a long illness.
Jason was born on July 9, 1972 in Waukesha, WI, son of Geraldine Juchemich and the late Paul Perry. He grew up around the suburbs of Chicago, starting school in Waukegan, IL, and graduating from Zion Benton High...
George A. Evanson
Apr 16, 2026
Republic — George A. Evanson, age 83, of Republic, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Eastwood Nursing Center while in the loving care of his family, the nursing home staff, and U.P. Home Health and Hospice.
George was born on December 21, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Charles and Ann (Serozki) Evanson. He grew up...
Mark A. Massie
Apr 13, 2026
MARENISCO TOWNSHIP, MI - Mark Anthony Massie, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, of Marenisco Township, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 13, 2026, at age 66.
Mark was born August 21, 1959, in Wakefield, MI, the son of the late Dr. John and Mary Louise (Massa) Massie. Mark graduated from Ishpeming High School in 1978. After...
John "Jack" Robinson Sr.
Apr 12, 2026
ISHPEMING, MI – John “Jack” Robinson Sr., age 85, of Ishpeming, passed away peacefully, at his home, on Sunday April 12, 2026.
Born in Ishpeming on June 12, 1940, to William and Frances (Bolduc) Robinson, Jack was the youngest of three boys - the baby of the family. He grew up alongside his two older brothers on the family farm in...
Krista R. Wealton
Apr 10, 2026
Krista Rae (Knutson) Wealton, 54, of Cape Coral, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 10, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Krista was born on August 30, 1971, in Ishpeming, Michigan, to Earl and Donna Knutson.
Krista was known for her kindness, strength, and compassion. Her faith in Jesus Christ was an important part of her life, guiding...
John H. Wallace Jr.
Apr 9, 2026
TILDEN TOWNSHIP, MI – John Harold Wallace Jr., age 75, of Tilden Township, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at UP Health System – Marquette surrounded by his loving family.
Born on September 26, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, John was the son of John Sr. and Edna (Eaves) Wallace. He was raised in Chicago alongside his sister, Edna Fern, and...
Sandra A. Lambert
Apr 8, 2026
ISHPEMING, MI - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Sandra Ann Lillian Lambert, who passed away after a short stay early Wednesday morning, April 8, 2026, at UP Health System - Marquette.
She was born at home in Chassell, Michigan on February 28,1939 to Wilbert and Bertha Johnson. Sandra married the love of...
