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Introduction to Bowerman Funeral Home, Inc.
Bowerman Funeral Home, Inc. is a trusted and compassionate funeral home located in the heart of Munising, Michigan. With a rich history and a commitment to providing exceptional service, this funeral home has been serving the community for generations. At 302 E. Superior St., Munising, MI, 49862, Bowerman Funeral Home is easily accessible and provides a warm and welcoming environment for families to say their final goodbyes.
A Legacy of Compassionate Care
Founded on the principles of compassion, respect, and dignity, Bowerman Funeral Home has built a reputation for providing personalized and meaningful funeral services. The team at Bowerman Funeral Home understands that every family is unique, and they take the time to listen to their needs and preferences to create a customized funeral experience that honors the life of their loved one.
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Beverly Louise Ghiardi - June 24, 1939 - November 10, 2023
Departed: 11/10/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Beverly Louise Ghiardi, age 84, of Munising, died surrounded by love early Friday morning, November 10, 2023 at Medilodge of Munising. Beverly gracefully fought dementia for almost twenty years. She was born on June 24, 1939 in Munising to Willard “Boy” and Bertha (Hixon) Depew. Beverly graduated from Sacred Heart School and then Wm. G. Mather High School in 1957. Bev was the first female percussionist in Munising’s history. She was a hard worker throughout her life and worked at the A & P Grocery store in high school. Bev then went to work for Kimberly Clark shortly after graduation. Her brother Jim brought his best friend and college roommate home for a visit to Munising. David Ghiardi came to Munising as Jim’s friend and left as Bev’s boyfriend. They were married on December 26, 1960 and together raised their three children. The family spent countless days and nights with Jim and Laurie Depew and family. Those cousins were like brothers and sisters. Some of the family’s most enjoyable memories were at 16 Mile Lake being together and playing euchre and pinochle. Bev had briefly left the mill to raise her kids but returned to the mill and retired after twenty-six years. She spent most of that time in Planning and Customer Service, and Beverly worked alongside her father and her daughter Kathy at the mill.Beverly’s favorite place was in her kitchen. She loved to cook for anyone and everyone who came into her home, which was always open for anyone who needed a place to be. Bev or Mrs. G. always made sure you were not hungry when in her home. She not only loved providing food, but the atmosphere of love and friendship that the kitchen gave to her and those who were there. She was famous for her macaroni salad and ribbon sandwiches, and her refrigerator was always full.In retirement, she and David enjoyed their years traveling, playing golf, bird hunting, and wintering in Mississippi, Arizona, and Florida. They were members of Sacred Heart Church. With a smile and twinkle in her eye, she tolerated David’s adventures and the “something on your shirt” and contradictory yes and no head shake pranks that he pulled on so many. Some would say that she spoiled him. They spent hours watching sports, and Bev was not just a coach’s wife. She understood and loved the games. They were proud parents and grandparents following their family’s activities. They spent many Mustang nights in the bleachers with Jim and Kay Landfair. Beverly was a good bowler and golfer. She enjoyed reading and taking long walks. Beverly and David could be found walking whatever the weather. She was famous amongst her family for having whatever they may possibly need in her purse or pocket. Beverly loved being with her family and always paid for dinner even if someone invited her. She taught them about respecting others and taking care of people in need. Bev was open-minded, humble, intelligent, gentle, kind, giving and a great confidant to her friends. Beautiful Beverly, as David would call her, always had a giggle and song in her voice. On Friday, she left our world surrounded by the love of family and entered her eternal home surrounded by the love of family who went before her.Bev is survived by her children – Tom (Peg) Ghiardi of Kennesaw, GA, Sandi (Dan) Reddy of Wyoming, MI, and Kathy Matson of Munising; grandchildren – Peter, Cathy, Caroline (Ryan), Liz (Brendan), Tony, Nick, Jesse, Megan, and Jenna; great-grandchildren – Daniel, Dominic, Alex, Connor, and Emma; brother – Jim (Laurie) Depew of Newberry; dear friend – Kay Landfair; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.Beverly was preceded in death by her parents Willard and Bertha, her husband of over fifty-three years David Ghiardi on May 25, 2014, her granddaughter – Faith Marie Matson; brothers and sister – David Depew, Molly (George) Schmidt, and Jack (Linda) Depew; father and mother-in-law – Joseph and Rosalita Ghiardi; brothers and sisters-in-law – Dominic (Alice) Ghiardi, Catherine (Jack) Haupt, Peter (Eleanor) Ghiardi, and Gena (Gordy) Farragh; and dear friend - Jim Landfair.Services will be held on Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Bowerman Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Deacon Tom Moseley will conduct Bev’s funeral service in the funeral home’s chapel at 4:00 p.m. Interment will be at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising. Memorials are requested to be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Bev’s name. http://www.alz.org
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Eleanor M. Bell - September 23, 1918 - November 10, 2023
Departed: 11/10/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: ShingletonEleanor M. Bell, age 105, of Shingleton, died Friday, November 10, 2023 at the Schoolcraft Medical Care Facility in Manistique. She was born on September 23, 1918 in Germfask, Michigan to the late James and Margaret (Batway) Berry. Eleanor graduated from Germfask High School in 1936. She met James Bell while he was working at a Civilian Conservation Corps Camp, and they were married on October 18, 1938. Eleanor worked for the United States Postal Service for many year and retired in the 1980’s. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Hospital Auxiliary, and St. John’s Episcopal Church. She enjoyed working in her flower garden, rides in the woods, picking berries, and quilting.Eleanor is survived by her children – Ronald Bell of Shingleton and Karen (Edward) Dziak of Mosinee, WI; grandchildren – Gary (Tonia) Dziak, Chritine (Tim) Goldsmith, and Cassie (Ben) Steinhoff; great-grandchildren – Kian, Matthew, Leslie, Mason, Grayson, Caitlin, Cassidy, Callie, Lorelei, Courtney, Monica, and Natalie; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents James and Margaret; husband – Jim; son – Donald Bell; daughter-in-law – Iris Bell; granddaughter – Melissa Syers; and sisters – Dorothy Davis, Janette Mannila, and Beatrice Miller.Graveside service will be on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the Riverside Cemetery in Germfask. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Shawna King - November 25, 1974 - November 08, 2023
Departed: 11/08/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: MunisingShawna King, age 48, of Munising, died late Wednesday evening, November 8, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family following a brief illness. She was born on November 25, 1974 in Munising to Leonard and Linda (Schierschmidt) Martin. Shawna graduated from Munising High School in 1993. During her senior year, she interned as a teacher’s aide and found that she loved working with children. She went to work as a paraprofessional at AuTrain-Onota School. Shawna then started childcare for numerous children over the years. She loved caring for those kids and treated them all like they were her own. Shawna also worked at the casino and a coworker wanted to introduce Shawna to her brother. She and Perry King were married on August 16, 1997. Shawna and Perry enjoyed side by side rides in the woods, family camping trips at Colwell Lake, and just being together for a movie or date night. A night at home with Perry and her dogs, always made Shawna happy. She loved being a dog mom until they misbehaved and then she yelled at Perry for not training them better. Shawna was so proud of what Perry and Alger did with the Alger County K-9 Unit and was an integral part of their social media presence. She had plans to help train the new dog, Finny, so she could assist on Search and Rescue with Perry and the K-9 unit.She is survived by her loving husband – Perry King; dogs – Sophie, Matilda “Midgy”, K-9 Alger, and K-9 Finny; daughter – Shae (Drew) Gendreau; parents – Leonard and Linda Martin; sister – Jennifer (Chad) Morrison; grandson – Asher Gendreau (Shawna’s most recent pride and joy); fathers-in-law – Perry King, Sr. and Carlton Utterback; Perry’s siblings and their spouses - Kim and Dave Heath, Steve and Minfang Utterback, Dan and Cindy Utterback, Tracy and Art Horne, Kathy King and Lori Riley, Heather and Greg Newell, and George King; nieces and nephews – Alyssia (fiance' Josh Gurski) Potter, Blaise, Drake, and Ember Morrison; great-niece – Karson with a great nephew on the way; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother-in-law – Julie Utterback.Visitation will be at the Bowerman Funeral Home on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Pastor Jim Rodgers will conduct Shawna’s funeral at 1:00 p.m. A luncheon will follow at the AuTrain Township Hall.
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Milo Duane Steinhoff - December 13, 1956 - November 03, 2023
Departed: 11/03/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Milo D. Steinhoff, age 66, of Au Train, died Friday, November 3rd, 2023 at UP Health System of Marquette surrounded by his family. He was born on December 13th, 1956 in Wayne, Michigan to the late Wallace “Speck” and Olga (Knaus) Steinhoff. His family moved to Munising in 1960. He graduated from Wm. G. Mather High School in 1975. Milo married his high school sweetheart Lola (Sisco) Steinhoff on May 28th, 1977. Together they raised 3 children. Milo drove log truck and together with his brother Earl they formed their own logging company named S & S Forest Products. On the weekends Milo enjoyed hanging out on his boat with his family. During retirement Milo enjoyed working in his work shop and followed in his father’s footsteps with turning beautiful wood bowls on his lathe.Milo is survived by his wife of forty-six-years– Lola Steinhoff of Au Train; children – Dana (Randy) Steinhoff of Au Train, Kerri (Scott) Kulczynski of Virginia, and Brad Steinhoff of Christmas; grandchildren – Caiden, Keira and Liam; sisters-in-law Pam Steinhoff and Jane Steinhoff.He was preceded in death by his parents Speck and Olga, and sister Roberta “Bobbie” Ann (Nick) Barevich. brothers – Wally Steinhoff and Earl Steinhoff.A celebration of life will be held at a date to be determined.
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Terry "Pooch" Lee Monroe - April 11, 1952 - November 02, 2023
Departed: 11/02/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: ShingletonTerry “Pooch” Monroe, age 71, of Shingleton, died early Thursday morning, November 2, 2023 at Medilodge of Munising. He was born in Munising on April 11, 1952 and raised in Shingleton by his mother, Dormalee Monroe. As a kid, he was a great catcher for the Shingleton Little League team. Pooch graduated from Wm. G. Mather High School in 1970. He married Trudy Becker, and they raised their two children. They lived in Detroit where Pooch worked for TRW Automotive. The family moved back to the Upper Peninsula and Pooch worked at the White Pine Mine before going to work at Kimberly Clark in Munising. He used to love spending time with his friends at the Shingleton Gas Station. Pooch loved to travel, whether it was a cruise around town with his kids, road trip across the U.S. or tropical vacation to Hawaii or Jamaica he loved his trips. One of his yearly trips he enjoyed was to the U.P. State Fair, as well as the occasional trip to the Casino. Pooch was a University Michigan Wolverine fan and was a huge Detroit Lions fan. He loved listening to the radio broadcast while watching the game on television. While watching recent current events, he said, “Sure, all this chaos in the world while the Lions are winning….I am sure the government is being run by Packer fans.” Pooch was funny, kind, strong, and simple man who overcame many adversities. He also loved a good meal. He especially enjoyed being around his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Pooch was a great father who would listen as a sounding board without judgement. Over the past years he had lived at Medilodge, where the caring staff not only gave him outstanding care, they became a part of his extended family.Pooch is survived by his son – Gene Monroe of Shingleton; daughter – Shelley and Mike Sadak of Shingleton; grandchildren – Liane Sadak (Paul Sadler) and Brandon (Taylor) Monroe; great-grandchildren – Austin, Hawk, and Arya; sister – Sandy Monroe of Shingleton; niece Michelle Monroe; and although no longer married, the true love of his life – Trudy Becker. He was preceded in death by his mom, Dormalee.There will be a Celebration of Pooch’s life to share stories and food with family and friends on Friday, November 10, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Township Hall in Wetmore.
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Peter William Niemi - September 06, 1950 - October 29, 2023
Departed: 10/29/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Peter William Niemi, age 73, of Sundell, died unexpectedly on Sunday morning, October 29, 2023 at his home following a brief illness. He was born in Ishpeming, Michigan on September 6, 1950 to the late Eugene and Anna (Vanni) Niemi. Pete grew up in Sundell and graduated from Eben High School in 1968. He entered in the U.S. Navy in December of 1968. Pete married Rita Rae Tyner on June 20, 1970 and together they raised their three children. Pete served as an electrician on the USS Forrestal. He was honorably discharged on November 27, 1972 and their family moved home to Sundell. Pete worked at the Empire Mine from 1973 until 2010. He worked on his small hobby farm and his family, including extended family was always important to him. Pete enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing cards, but his passion was golf. He spent hours on the driving range he made in his back yard and on the courses with his brother, son, son-in-law and grandsons. Many cherished memories were made doing the things he loved because he did them with his family and relatives, including camping and playing Texas Hold ‘Em. Everyone that knew Pete said what a nice guy he was and he will be greatly missed by those who loved him.He is survived by his loving wife of over 53 years – Rita Niemi of Sundell; their children – Teri (Kevin) Lintula of Skandia, Michelle Sommer of Sheboygan, WI, and Kim Niemi (Leah Gantkessy) of Slapneck, MI; grandchildren – Hailey and Luke Lintula, Paige and Cassie Sommer, and Travis Niemi; brother – Leo (Nona) Niemi; sister – Fern Niemi; and in-laws – Edward (Marlene) Tyner, Jr., Carol (James) Trumbell, Donna Pedone, George (Barbara) Tyner, Terry (Barbara) Tyner, Sharlet (Melvin) Silta, James Charlebois, Jack Tyner, Bonnie (Marvin) Maki, Tim (Kim) Tyner, and Kim (Judy) Tyner; and numerous nieces, nephews and The Appleton Crew.Pete was preceded in death by his parents - Eugene and Anna Niemi, brother - Martin Niemi, and in-laws – Ron Pedone, Gloria Charlebois, Janet Tyner, and Jim (Sherry) Tyner.Services will be held at the Sion Lutheran Church in Chatham on Monday, November 6, 2023. Visiting time with family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Pastor Bo Baumeister will conduct Pete’s memorial service at 4:00 p.m. A time of fellowship will follow at the church.
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Shawna Grace DesJardins - May 03, 1965 - October 24, 2023
Departed: 10/24/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: MUNISINGShawna Grace DesJardins (nee Eckloff), age 58, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, at her home in Munising surrounded by her family and with her beloved wolf hounds, Shadow and Murphy, at her feet. She fought bravely but lost her second battle with metastatic breast cancer.She was born May 3, 1965, in Long Beach, California, the daughter of Thomas and Sharon Clark. She moved to Marquette when she was seven years old and her mom married Russ Eckloff on January 14, 1972, giving Shawna six new brothers and sisters. She grew up in South Marquette and attended Marquette Senior High School, graduating in 1983.Shawna married Mark Duquaine on April 20, 1985, and the couple had three children, Kaylee, Brenden and Eli. She worked at the Shopko pharmacy and was a star outfielder for the Duquaine Plumbing and Heating softball team. Many years later after moving to Munising she became friends with several of the players from the Munising Peppers, the team’s archrivals from many a contest at Hurley Field.Shawna received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in photography from Northern Michigan University in 2007 and shortly thereafter began working as an office assistant at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services in Marquette while working nights in the billing department of Peninsula Pharmacy. In 2010 she was promoted to eligibility specialist and assigned to the Alger County MDHHS Office.She married Rod DesJardins on May 21, 2011, and the couple settled in Munising and united their two families. Shawna enjoyed hiking and two-tracking and boating on Lake Superior with friends and family. Some of her favorite things were rocks and sticks, leaves and feathers, which she collected at every opportunity and incorporated into her many crafts. Shawna excelled at crafting in several different media and was often encouraged to sell her work, but she declined, opting instead to give it as gifts to friends and family.She was an accomplished photographer who specialized in nature photography and candid photos. Her composition was soft yet precise and she captured the beauty of our natural surroundings along with the laughter and joy of the people she shared it with.Shawna had a kind heart and she hated conflict of any kind unless someone threatened a member of her family or someone she loved. Then she became a tiger and instinctively and fearlessly put herself in the path of any danger.She was a devoted mother and grandmother who never forgot a birthday or an anniversary. She loved dogs and furnished and decorated her home to accommodate a loving pair of Irish Wolfhounds. She had an easy laugh and a keen sense of humor. Her smile brightened the whole room when she walked in the door and her kindness and fun-loving spirit was magnetic and contagious. You could not help but have a good time when you were with Shawna. Just being with her made people happy. She was the best of us, a loyal and supportive friend, and everyone fortunate enough to be touched by her gentle spirit is better for the experience.She is survived by her husband Rod, her children Kaylee Duquaine of Gwinn, Brenden (Alexa) Duquaine of Marquette, and Eli Duquaine of Gwinn; Rod’s children, Samantha (Michael) Bell of Atoka TN, Victoria (Nick) Hansen of Grand Rapids, and Aaron (Franchesca) DesJardins of Norfolk VA, sisters Delynn (Ben) Klein of Marquette, Suzette (Ken) Hanz of Skandia, Ruth Ann Eckloff of Petoskey, Dionna (Daniel) Dowdy of L’Anse, and Sheila (Daryl) Smith of Gwinn, brothers Ricky (Teresa) Eckloff of Skandia and Russell (Tami) Eckloff of Queen Creek AZ, granddaughter Trinity and grandsons Grayson, Tatum, Bodie, Alexander and Townes, along with numerous uncles and aunts, nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, Russ and Sharon Eckloff, and her brother Victor.The family would like to thank the team, especially the nurses, at the Green Bay Oncology Clinic and the Third Order of St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba, St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay, Munising Memorial Hospital, and the staff at Putvin’s Drugstore in Munising.Friends may call at the Bowerman Funeral Home, 302 E. Superior St. in Munising on Monday, October 30. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 5:00pm, services will be at 5:00pm followed by a fellowship gathering at the American Legion Post #131. Inurnment will be at the Williams-Powell Cemetery on Grand Island at a future date.
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Diane L. Rantz - September 18, 1948 - October 22, 2023
Departed: 10/22/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Diane L. Rantz, age 75, of Munising and formerly of Bristol, WI, died Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home surrounded by loving family and friends. She was born in Evanston, Illinois on September 18, 1948, the second of four children to the late Edwin and Sophie (Laurich) Malaszewski. Diane grew up in Illinois but would spend her summers in the U.P. with family at Forest Lake swimming in the basin and playing at the dam. She graduated from Evanston High School in 1966. Diane married William D. Rantz on October 12, 1968 and together they raised their two sons in Mundelein and then Grayslake, IL. Diane was a loving wife and mother who supported her family in all they did. She worked multiple jobs in finance as a bookkeeper. Diane enjoyed bowling and bowled in leagues. Diane’s favorite pastime was horses. She loved riding with the Lake County Mounted Posse and the trails across the U.P. on her many horses she had over the years, but especially on her favorite horse Curley. Shortly after Bill died, Diane moved to Munising and made the shores of Lake Superior her home, enjoying the beautiful sunsets and watching the deer. Diane attended Sion Lutheran Church and enjoyed helping in the kitchen on their lunch committee. In these past couple years Diane found a truly loving partner in Mark Wilson. They enjoyed countless miles on the side by side through the backwoods, feeding the deer, and sharing their time and stories together.Diane is survived by her sons – Randy Rantz of Mundelein and Rusty Rantz of Palatine, IL; grandchildren – Everly Rantz and Jackson and Lexi Medeiros; sisters – Bonnie Bartel and Judy Kopp; companion – Mark Wilson; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by parents – Edwin Malaszewski and Sophie and Walter Lustyk; husband – Bill Rantz; and brother – James Lustyk.Visitation will be on Friday, November 3, 2023 at the Bowerman Funeral Home in Munising from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Diane’s funeral will be at Sion Lutheran Church in Chatham, MI on Saturday, November 4, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.
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Phyllis Cooper - October 02, 1941 - October 18, 2023
Departed: 10/18/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Phyllis Cooper, age 82, of Munising and formerly of Delmar, CA, died Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at Medilodge of Munising surrounded by her son and daughter in California via technology and her daughter and grandson at her side. She was born on October 2, 1941 in Long Beach, California, the daughter of James and Allena (Brandon) Bock. Phyllis survived rheumatic fever as a child and graduated from Roosevelt High School in San Diego. Phyllis raised her four children in Delmar and San Diego, California. She loved nature and regularly took neighborhood kids with her own to the beach and on hikes. Phyllis loved adventure and on one of her travels, she took her children in a Volkswagen Bug to New Mexico to meet their family and great uncle, Baptist Pastor Jessie. Phyllis worked at a health food store in Encinitas, California in the 1980’s and then worked as a home heath caregiver. Phyllis was loved by those who were in her care. She was a gentle, creative, and free spirit. Phyllis advocated for human rights, for example, she opened her home to sponsor a Vietnamese family during the Vietnam War. She was active in the Catholic church in California. Phyllis did all she could to support her children’s interests in the arts and sports. She taught yoga where she spread joy and mindfulness as well as taking her kids on Yoga Ashram retreats. Phyllis was a loving helper in raising her grandson, Isaac. She moved with her daughter and grandson to Munising in 2015. Phyllis allowed for freedom and creativity in her family. She loved the Lord. She never drank, smoked, or used foul language or slander from her tongue. Phyllis stood up for herself but was a kind and gentle soul. Above all, her family never doubted they were loved. Phyllis was a shining beam of light, and her energy will live on in all she touched.She is survived by her daughters – Susan Cooper of Munising and Jennifer Cooper of San Francisco, CA; son and daughter-in-law – John and Yolanda Cooper of Solana Beach, CA; grandchildren – Isaac Cooper, Nilo Frota, and Bethannia and Clint Froto-DeForest; great-granddaughters – Olivia and Nevaeh; sister-in-law – Rachel Doran; nieces and nephews – Deborah Knighton, Denise Goldberger, Becca Kaercher, and Chris and Curtis Chilcott. Phyllis was preceded in death by her her mother Allena Doran, her father Jimmy Dennis Bock, son Joseph Cooper, grandson Mario Frota, and brothers Rick Doran and Cliff Bock.A service will be held at St. John Catholic Church in Encinitas, California in November of 2023.
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Linda McNally - November 10, 1953 - October 18, 2023
Departed: 10/18/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: TrenaryLinda McNally, age 69, of Trenary, died Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, Michigan. She was born on November 10, 1953 to the late Archie and Agnes (LeMay) Finlan. Linda graduated from Marquette Senior High School in 1971. She started working at St. Luke’s Hospital as it transitioned to Marquette General Hospital as a unit clerk. Linda moved to Fort Myers, Florida and continued to work in hospitals until she entered into the United States Army in 1980. She worked in intelligence and was stationed overseas for five years. Linda was back and forth between the U.S. and Europe, but she enjoyed her job the best while in Germany. She was honorably discharged 1988 as a Sergeant. After the service, Linda moved back to the U.P. where she helped care for her parents in Trenary. She met John W. McNally and they were married on October 19, 1990 and together they raised their three children. Linda worked again at MGH before deciding to stay home full time. She enjoyed trips to the casino, watching TV shows about animals, and traveling. Some of Linda’s favorite trips were to see family in Florida, Mt. Rushmore, and her most recent trip to Disney World. Linda loved her family very much. She loved being with her kids, spending time with grandchildren, and special playdates with her great-nephew Edwin.Linda is survived by her husband of thirty-three years – John McNally; children – Matthew McNally of Munising, Katherine “Katie” (Tyler Kleikamp)(Winter) Black of Marquette, and Alexandria “Allie” (Dan Willis) McNally of Niagara, WI; grandchildren – Shane, Ian, Jon, Helena, Ashlin, and Charlotte; brother – Timothy (Patty) Finlan; sister – Leslie Falkiewicz; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents – Archie and Agnes; brother – Archie “Butch” Finlan; sisters – Anna McHenry and Theresa LaPointe; and brother-in-law – Larry Falkiewicz.A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Kristine Elizabeth Fromm - December 21, 1946 - October 13, 2023
Departed: 10/13/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Kristine Elizabeth Fromm (LaFave), age 76, of Rochester, Michigan and formerly of Munising, Michigan died peacefully at home on Friday October 13th, 2023 following a long illness. Kristine was born to Ernest and Katherine LaFave, on December 21st, 1946 in Munising, where she later graduated from Sacred Heart School and Wm. G. Mather High School. Happily married for 57 years, Kristine was introduced to Howard “Vince” Fromm II at an early age, and they were wed on September 3rd 1966 in Sacred Heart Church, Munising.Kristine’s lifelong passion for all things creative began from an early age. Starting with her love for sewing and crocheting, Kristine’s skill allowed her to create unique clothes for her dolls as well as beautiful blankets for close friends and family. From here she developed into a very talented seamstress which allowed her to use her expertise in many aspects of her life especially as a mother and later as a grandmother. Kristine was able to make stunning outfits to her own design, costumes for school plays and Halloween, as well as bespoke curtains and cushions for the family’s beloved sailboat Sea Spirit.Kristine’s talent, however, was not limited to just fashion, as she had a good eye for decorating, especially for celebrations and holidays. Christmas was her favorite time of the year and due to the number of family birthdays in December, it allowed her a perfect excuse to heavily decorate both the interior and exterior of the house. Every year, her home was adorned with countless poinsettias, traditional nativity scenes, and lovingly decorated Christmas trees finished with the most elaborately wrapped gifts placed underneath. Her attention to detail was second to none, which, when visiting the family home during the holidays, only took one a few moments to realize. However, she took her imagination past her own front door and annually would take the position as the Seasonal Display Designer for first Universal Mall in Warren, followed by Laurel Park Place in Livonia.The attention to detail didn’t stop at keeping an immaculate home and decorating, as Kristine was also able to manage her Shaklee business, which she ran with Vince successfully for over forty years.Most weekends throughout the warmer seasons Kris and Vince spent days sailing their boat Sea Spirit, something they enjoyed over a span of thirty years. These excursions, which took them throughout the Great Lakes of Michigan and beyond, often concluded at the restaurant in the Detroit Yacht Club where they were able to meet with friends and family to make the most of the long summer evenings. It was perhaps this hobby that fueled her love of different cultures and interest in travel. This common interest was something Kristine shared with her husband, resulting in a home filled with unique objects from all corners of the globe. Out of all destinations visited, Vince and Kris especially enjoyed unique experiences in Alaska, Egypt, China, the Baltic Sea, as well as extensive voyages around the Caribbean Islands. Kristine’s last overseas trip was to travel to England to celebrate the marriage of her eldest granddaughter, a memorable occasion she cherished.To Kristine, raising her family was the greatest achievement and something that gave her an enormous sense of pride. Loved ones could feel this firsthand through her enthusiastic greetings and heartwarming hugs and embraces. When it came to family member’s birthdays, she made sure to make the moment special with a full rendition of Happy Birthday, complemented by homemade cake and a card with a meaningful message. We know that she sensed immense satisfaction in the final moments of her life when she was able to meet newborn Dillon, her first great grandchild.Kristine is survived by her husband- Vince Fromm of Rochester; children- Howard (Carrie) Fromm of Royal Oak, MI, Kathryn Fromm of Nashville, TN; three granddaughters- Chelsea (Rupert) Allan of London, England, Stephanie (Jordan) Littleson of Oxford, MI, and Lily Fromm of Royal Oak, MI; and a great-grandson Dillon Littleson of Oxford, MI; brother- Ernest LaFave of Venice, FL; sisters- Colleen (Jim) Butsic of Iron River, MI, and Marilyn LaFave of Englewood, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest “Shorty” LaFave and Katherine “Katie” LaFave.A memorial Mass will be celebrated by Father Michael Ocran on Friday, October 20, 2023 at Sacred Heart Church in Munising at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be at the Maple Grove Cemetery following Mass and then a luncheon and time of visiting with family members will be held in the lower level of the church.
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Sean "Corn" Robert Cornish - April 21, 1971 - October 12, 2023
Departed: 10/12/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Sean “Corn” Robert Cornish, age 52, of Munising, died peacefully and unexpectedly of natural causes at his home. He was born on April 21, 1971 in Munising to Robert “Corn” and Karen (Cota) Cornish. Corn grew up in Munising and played football for the Munising Mustangs. Sean entered the U.S. Navy and served during the Persian Gulf War. He was stationed in San Diego and Panama. Corn returned to Munising and began serving as a volunteer in the Munising Fire Department. He began employment for the City of Munising first as a fire truck driver and then he moved to the wastewater treatment plant. Corn then moved to the public works department and retired at age fifty. His first year of retirement put 12,000 miles on his truck as he traveled across the country sightseeing and visiting family. Corn came home and went to work at the Pictured Rocks Golf Course as groundskeeper. He loved golfing. Corn also enjoyed riding his Harley with friends, hunting, and ice fishing. He was a past member of the American Legion.Corn is survived by his parents – Robert “Corn” (Corrine) Cornish of Munising and Karen (Wally) Schultz of Marquette; sister – Heidi (Christian) Verardi of Marquette; niece – Emmalyn Verardi; step-sister – Nikki (Jeff) Rochefort; step-brothers – Tad Zaleski, Scott Schultz, Jesse Schultz, and George (Amber) Schultz; aunts – Pat Cornish and Ruth (Leon) Hebert; uncle – Tom Hall; step nieces and nephews; numerous cousins including his cousin and childhood friend - Bromley Hall, who grew up with Sean; and many good friends who will miss his smile and laugh. Sean was preceded in death by an infant sister Kaylene Rae in 1976 and his grandparents Art and Sylvia Cota and Clyde and Winnie Cornish, and uncle Clyde Cornish.Services will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Family and friends are requested to wear Lions or University of Michigan apparel in honor of Corn's favorite teams. Visiting time with family and friends will be at the Bowerman Funeral Home from 12:00 noon until 4:00 p.m. Military honors will be rendered by the Alger County Veterans Honor Guard at 4:30 p.m. at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising. A time of fellowship will take place at the Barge Inn following the service at the cemetery.
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Mary Bell Nelson - November 29, 1934 - October 12, 2023
Departed: 10/12/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Mary B. Nelson, age 88, of Sundell, died at her home on Thursday morning, October 12, 2023 under the loving care of her husband and daughters following a lengthy illness. Mary was born at home in Limestone on November 29, 1934 to Arthur and Rachael (Parr) Koch. She went to school in Eben and then married Richard “Bing” Nelson on July 22, 1950 and together they raised their four daughters. Mary was known as “Mya” when she worked at the Eben Unity Co-op for twenty-five years. She knew all that went on in the store. Mary was a member at St. Rita Church in Trenary. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker. According to Bing, Mary was the “best cook and baker around.” Her bread, cinnamon rolls, and pies were the “best ever!” She enjoyed playing cards and knitting. Mary loved to snowshoe on their property in the wintertime and there was one winter she actually wore out a pair of new snowshoes.Mary is survived by her husband of over 73 years – Richard “Bing” Nelson of Sundell; their daughters and sons-in-law – Martha and Frank Inman of Chatham, Kathy and Tony Knaus of Traunik, Alice and Gary “Buck” Lancour of Chatham, and Elaine and Tom Taskey of Chatham; grandchildren – Frank, Brian (Michelle), Ryan (Christy), Brad (Brooke), Craig (David), Brent, Danielle (Scott), Heather (Pat), and Kurston; twelve great-grandchildren; sister – Flora (Mike) Leppanen; brother – Ora Koch; numerous nieces and nephews including her special niece Vickie Nelson who was a great help in caring for Mary at home; and good friends – Nancy Anderson and Bill and Pat Porter. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, grandson Justin Taskey, and siblings Ruby, Ida, Alic, Martha, Bob, Bill, and Paul.Private family services will be held.
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Earl "Butch" M. Thorn - February 08, 1948 - October 07, 2023
Departed: 10/07/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Grand Marais / Delton, MIEarl “Butch” M. Thorn, age 75, of Grand Marais, and formerly of Delton, Michigan, died late on October 7, 2023 at his son’s home in Grand Marais following a lengthy illness. He was born on February 8, 1948 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to the late John and Kathleen (Yeazell) Thorn. Butch grew up in Delton and graduated from Delton Kellogg High School in 1967. In the early 1970’s, Butch started his employment with the Railroad. He worked for many years as a member of the track crew, ensuring the safety operations of the tracks. He was later named assistant track supervisor and retired in 2010. Butch loved to snowmobile, and he fell in love with the U.P. and especially the Grand Marais area. He purchased property in the 90’s and moved here full-time following retirement. Butch owned and operated the Green Haven Lodge on M-77 for many years. He looked forward to the many groups and families who would visit year after year for either their bird camp or snowmobile home base. Butch was the camp greeter and enjoyed getting to know all who visited the lodge. He also enjoyed road trips with his springer spaniel Bailey and time with friends at the Wolf Camp.Butch is survived by his son – Greg (Tanya) Thorn of Allegan, MI; grandchildren – Michael (Kelsey) Cottingham and Krystal Klintworth; great-grandchildren – Michael and Mason Cottingham and Hayden and Madison Klintworth; niece - Amy VanCamp; and dog – Bailey. He was preceded in death by his parents – John and Kathleen; grandson – Logan Thorn; grandson-in-law - Brian Klintworth; and sister – Sherri VanCamp.No public services will be held at this time.
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Barbara Ellen Hubbard - December 21, 1928 - September 26, 2023
Departed: 09/26/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Barbara Ellen Hubbard, aged 94, left for her last cruise on September 26, 2023. She was born December 21, 1928 to Charles and Bertha Chilson of Grand Marais, Michigan. Mom graduated valedictorian of her class, and as such, received free tuition to Ferris State College, where she met a handsome WWII vet, John Hubbard, and married him shortly after. Five years later they started a family and had 4 children, Dee, Jack, Scott, and Jamie. She became interested in civic work in Marquette, joined Jaycette's, volunteered for the March of Dimes, was on the planning committee for the current Marquette Senior High School, and became a popular cub scout den mother. Mom served as Worthy Matron for the Marquette Masonic Order of the Eastern Star. She was the first woman member of the Downtown Development Authority, and a charter member of Zonta. Her twice monthly bridge club nights were filled with laughter, and her friends became our second mothers. As a business owner, she owned the Lighthouse Christian Bookstore for 18 years, and then spent another 20 years as the second generation owner of the Dunes Motel, built by her parents in Grand Marais. The motel was a seasonal business allowing Dad and Mom to spend many years as snowbirds, with a winter place in Clearwater, which she always credited with "adding 10 good years to my life." Mom was a competitive shuffleboard player and attained pro-amateur status, competing all over Florida. She maintained involvement throughout her life in the Community of Christ Church.Barb was predeceased by her husband John, brother Scott Chilson, and sons Jack and Scott. Surviving are daughters Dee Hubbard and Jamie(Rod) Mick, daughters-in-law Aleta and Kenlyn, 9 grandchildren-Sarah(Corey) LaBelle, Luke(Laura) Hubbard, Logger(Kylene Abram) Hubbard, Katherine (Jared) Khatibi Gogek, Kristie and Lilli Khatibi, Charlie(Brenna) Hubbard, Ken(Jess) Hubbard, and Michael(Emily Gilmer) Hubbard: 6 great grandchilren-Arya and Asher Labelle, Luke Jr,, Emma, and Wyatt Hubbard, and Harley Hubbard.Barb's funeral will be conducted at the Grand Marais Methodist Church Sunday October 1, 2023 by Rev. Devin Lawrence, with viewing 2-3pm, service at 3pm which will include participation by fellow members of The Order of the Eastern Star and Daughters of the American Revolution. Following the church service, Barb’s burial will be at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Grand Marais. There will be fellowship following the burial at the community center.Barb’s family would like to thank the staff at both Mill Creek Assisted Living and Superior Home Health and Hospice for the loving care their mother and grandmother received.
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Chris Allen Graves - March 10, 1961 - September 14, 2023
Departed: 09/14/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Boot LakeChris Graves, age 62, of Boot Lake, died following a courageous battle at his home Thursday, September 14, 2023, under the loving care of his family and North Woods Hospice. He was born March 10, 1961, in Manistique, Michigan, to Bob and Hilda (Karr) Graves. Chris grew up on Graves Road in “Gravesville.” He attended Munising and Manistique schools and graduated from Vestaburg High School in 1979. Chris was part of three generations of timber harvesters in the Graves family. He worked with his dad, brothers, and nephews in the local area. Chris married Rita Dempsey on May 30, 2003. Chris loved his family but never excluded other people; in fact, he and Rita loved to be with everyone. Chris was the first in line to help if anyone needed anything – whether pulling someone out of the ditch, fixing something for someone, or plowing someone’s driveway. There were a lot of “U.P. Board Meetings” held around the back of pick-up trucks when he visited with family and friends. He and his nephew (like a brother) Johnny Trzeciak spent a lot of time riding together in the woods. Chris’ nephews and nieces were like his own children. He and Rita especially loved attending Christmas programs to support kids. Chris enjoyed fishing, hunting, eating, drinking, having ice cream for dessert, visiting with other loggers, dressing up for Halloween, and taking daily trips to see his Mama. Hilda always looked forward to visits from her “baby.” Up until his last days, Chris was determined to get healthy so he could get back to work and back to Boot Lake. He wasn’t able to return to the Lake, but he was baptized with water from Boot Lake in his ICU room. Song lyrics were never Chris’ strong point, but he led his family in singing “Jesus Loves Me” after his baptismal blessing. Oh, to see that smile light up the room.Chris is survived by his loving wife of twenty years – Rita Graves of Boot Lake; his mom – Hilda Graves of Boot Lake; siblings – Arlene “Pudge” Green of Mt. Pleasant, Brenda (Hank) St. Amour of Munising, and Dan (Mary) Graves of Lily Lake; in-laws – Cheri Graves, Linda Graves, Mary Sue Dempsey, and Tim (Margaret) Dempsey; nieces and nephews – Johnny (Dawn) Trzeciak, Terry Sue Spears, Craig Trzeciak, Karen Reeves, Robbie (Lorena) Graves, Kurt (Kathy) Graves, Eric (Barb) Graves, Angel (Brad) Veneberg, Hank (Sherry) St. Amour, Brooke (Tim) Swift, Andy (Kelly) St. Amour, Lei (Luke) Pickard, and Danny (Nicole) Graves, Rachel Meskill, Danielle Meskill, Nathan (Kim) Meskill, Matthias (Jenna) Meskill, and Caleb (Tomoi) Meskill; numerous great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins by the dozens. He was preceded in death by his father Bob Graves and brothers Timothy and Bobby Graves.Services will be held on Monday, September 18, 2023 at the Munising Baptist Church in Wetmore. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. Pastor Jason LaFlamme with lead Chris’ funeral service at 2:00 p.m. A fellowship gathering will take place at the church immediately following the service. Burial will be at the Hiawatha Township Cemetery at 5:00 p.m. Memorials are requested to be directed to the family
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Janet "Jan" Smith - January 19, 1944 - September 12, 2023
Departed: 09/12/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Janet "Jan" Smith, age 79, of Munising died at UPHS-Marquette on September 12, 2023, following a lengthy illness. Jan was born in Yale, Michigan to the late Keith and Edith Campbell on January 19, 1944.Jan married Gordon Lee Smith Sr., on July 21, 1963, and together they raised their three children. In 1978 the family moved to Munising when Gordon was assigned to the Michigan State Police Post in town. Jan worked at Hub's Super Value and the Holiday Gas Station while in Munising, and most recently at Dillard's Department Store in Sarasota, Florida.In her free time, Jan was an active member of the Pictured Rocks Golf and Country Club and the Munising Moose Lodge.She is survived by her children - Laura Smith of North Port, FL, Gordon Smith, Jr. of Munising, and Stephen Smith of Munising; grandson - Ryan (Amber) Smith of Venice, FL, and a great-grandchildren - Brycen, Camden, and Fae; brother – Larry Campbell, of Flushing, MI. Jan was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Gordon Smith Sr., and her brothers Gary and Harvey Campbell.In keeping with Jan’s wishes no public services will be held.
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Richard Carl Hansen - April 22, 1935 - September 12, 2023
Departed: 09/12/2023 (Munising)
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Eve Killips - November 01, 1954 - September 01, 2023
Departed: 09/01/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: MunisingEve Killips-Holmden, age 68, of Munising and formerly of Lansing, died Friday, September 1, 2023 at Munising Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family and caring hospital staff. She was born on November 1, 1954 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the second of seven children to Robert and Phyllis (Bray) Killips, Sr. Eve’s family moved from the Soo to Lansing and then back to the UP in Munising. She graduated alongside her mother from Wm. G. Mather High School in 1972. She was then married and welcomed into her world her son David. Their small family was stationed in Germany and then multiple cities in the U.S. Eve started Holmes Road Infant and Toddler Center in her home in Lansing, and with the help of her sister-in-law Nan, they cared for, influenced, and loved countless children from 1992-2008. Eve enjoyed swimming, pontoon rides, and fishing at Grassy Lake. She was a talented baker and cake decorator. But no matter how good her desserts were, she could never be trusted with the garlic bread that she infamously burned. Holidays were special to Eve, she decorated for them all and could not go without multiple Christmas trees. Family was so important to Eve and loved all the time she could spend with them. She was a member of the Moose Lodge.Eve is survived by her son – David Holmden of St. Johns; grandkids – Phillip (Rose), Andrew, Aliya, and Jordan; great-grandkids – Lilly Rose and Shaylynn May; siblings – Robert Killips, Jr., Aileen (Robert) Livermore, Tom (Cindy), Jon (Nan), Tim, and Rod (Stephanie) Killips; numerous nieces and nephews; and dear friend – Pat Magyar. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Phyllis and sister-in-law Rose Killips.A Celebration of life will be on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the American Legion in Munising from 3:00 until 6:00 p.m. A time for stories and remembrances will take place at 3:30 followed by visiting and fellowship.
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Donald Marshall Thomas - June 27, 1932 - August 29, 2023
Departed: 08/29/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Donald Marshall Thomas, age 91, of Shingleton, died on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at the Munising Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was born on June, 27, 1932 in Pennsylvania and grew up there. Donald served in the U.S. Army from 1953 until 1955. He moved to Ohio and worked thirty-eight years for the Ford Motor Company. He met Maxine (Ely) Penix and they were married on March 22, 1986. After retirement, they moved back to Maxine’s hometown. They were members of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Donald was an artist and enjoyed drawing, working on cars, and flower gardening.He is survived by his wife – Maxine Thomas; children – Pam (Jerry) Davis, Jim Penix, Tim (Patty) Penix, Sue (Vinton) Sisson, Lori (Manny) Castillo, and Gale Della Santina (Charley); numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Donald was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings.No services will be held.
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Samuel Richard Peterson - January 02, 1953 - August 25, 2023
Departed: 08/25/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Samuel Richard Peterson, age 70, of Harvey and formerly of Munising, died at his home under the loving care of his family and Lake Superior Hospice on Friday evening, August 25, 2023. Sam was born in Marquette on January 12, 1953 to the late Gail and Carmen (Lark) Peterson. He was raised in Munising and graduated from Wm. G. Mather High School in 1971. Sam joined the U.S. Army and served from October 7, 1971 until July 30, 1975. He served in Vietnam and was honorably discharged. Sam went to school when he returned home and attended Bay College, Ferris State, and NMU. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree and taught diesel mechanics and welding at NMU for nine years. Sam then went to work for the U.S. Postal Service from 1993 until his retirement in 2008. He worked at the Marquette, Negaunee, and Ishpeming Post Offices. Sam married Mary (Marietti) Jarvis on November 17, 2008. He was a member Vietnam Veterans of America, the Disabled American Veterans, and the Veterans of Foreign War. Sam enjoyed fishing, hunting, and tending his vegetable and flower gardens.He is survived by his wife – Mary Peterson of Marquette; sons – Damion Corp, Keith (Sarah) Jarvis, and David (Michelle) Jarvis; grandchildren – Brandon Schiefel, Whitleigh Jarvis, William England, Christian Jarvis, Jerrod Jarvis, Jacob England, Payton Corp, Lauryn Corp, Jordan Stookbury, Kenzie Jarvis, Alexa Jarvis, and Jackson Jarvis; great-grandchildren – Heaven, Nevaeh, Addie, Tyler, Ashlynn, and Emma; brothers – Ed (Christina) Peterson of Jackson, Carl (Debbie) Peterson of Marquette, and Tom (Mary) Peterson of East Los Angeles, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Sam was preceded in death by his parents, Gail and Carmen and his sister, Mary Trumbell.Services will be held at the Bowerman Funeral Home in Munising on Friday, September 1, 2023. The visitation will be from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Pastor Jim Rodgers will conduct Sam’s funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising where military honors will be rendered by the American Legion and Vietnam Veterans Honor Guards.
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Russ Bernard Holloway - September 30, 2001 - August 19, 2023
Departed: 08/19/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Russ Bernard Holloway, age 21, died on Saturday, August 19, 2023 in Marquette after spending a great day with friends on the AuTrain River. He was born on September 30, 2001 in Ishpeming to Nathanael and Sara (Carlson) Holloway. Russ grew up in Munising with cousins and family all around. He was involved in hockey throughout his youth and young adulthood and played in three State Championship games. Russ loved playing tennis with the Mustangs and was a natural talent. He worked summers on Grand Island cutting grass and caring for properties, and Russ had worked a couple of summers on the Riptide Ride. He graduated from Munising High School in 2019. Growing up, Russ had a collection of Hot Wheels and that passion for cool cars and motorcycles carried on with him into adulthood. He worked for Waste Management in Negaunee before returning to Munising to go to work at Timber Products. Russ’ hard work ethics and personality led him to making friends and earning the respect of his supervisors at all his places of employment. He had an opportunity to go to work at Neenah Paper and was employed by Mativ in the Specialties Department at the time of his death. Russ had a passion for music, playing the drums loudly, and had a passion for riding his Harley. He was optimistic and even the worst day didn’t put a damper on his smile – Russ was always ready for the next adventure. He had a soft spot for animals whether a stray or an exotic lizard (Kimbo Slice) and he loved spoiling his princess dog, Della. Russ was fearless, witty, loyal, kind (not a mean bone in his body), and had an amazing sense of humor, personality, and presence. He was loved by all who knew him. Russ was a “Ride or Die” kind of friend.He is survived by his mom – Sara Holloway; dad – Nathanael (Cindy Tesch) Holloway; sister – Elizabeth Holloway; grandparents – Jude Holloway, Linda Carlson, and John Carlson; great-grandmother – Bonnie Bernard; aunts – Nicole (Robert Richardson) Robinson and Anna Hicks; uncles – Isaiah (Tiffany) Holloway and Dennis (Janet) Gramm; cousins – Richard (Chelsea), Morgan, Lily, Mikala, Sietie, Kyah, Owen, Isabelle, Ian, Dayne, Julia, and Evi; many great aunts and great uncles, and friends who were like family to him – you know who you are. Russ was preceded in death by his Papa Dave Holloway, aunt - Gina Lutey; uncles – Russ Lutey and Troy Hicks, great-grandfather Russ Bernard, and Troy White.Services will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the Bowerman Funeral Home. Visiting time with family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. At 5:00, there will be an opportunity to share stories and memories of Russ.
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Joseph Richard Lancour - January 02, 1947 - August 14, 2023
Departed: 08/14/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Joseph Richard Lancour, age 76 of Munising, died on Monday evening, August 14, 2023 at Medilodge of Munising following a brief illness and surrounded by his family. Joe was born on January 2, 1947 in Marquette to the late Richard and Jean (Richmond) Lancour. He graduated from Eben High School in 1965 and then served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era and then in the reserves. Joe returned home and moved to Munising where he was employed by Kimberly Clark. He retired from the Powerhouse in 2004 after thirty-eight years of service. Joe married Joan Verbunker Peters on June 20, 1987. He enjoyed snowmobiling, four-wheeling, motorcycling, reading, keeping his vehicles in tip top shape, collecting die-cast cars and sports memorabilia, and hunting and fishing in his younger days. Joe loved all Detroit teams with the Tigers being his greatest love – outside of his wife. He was most proud of his two no-hitters in baseball and bowling a 227 on his 10th birthday. Joe was known for his sharp memory, and he deeply loved all his pets through the years. He was a member of the American Legion and formerly of the Alger County Sno-Riders.Joe is survived by his wife – Joan Lancour of Munising; step-son – Scott Peters of Munising; step-daughter – Michelle (Kevin) Dunham of Munising; grandson – Andrew Joseph Ketzler of Reno, NV; son-in-law – Michael Ketzler of Reno, NV; sister – Tina Patient of Marquette; brothers – Jim (Arlene) Lancour of Negaunee, Rick (Donna) Lancour of Traunik, Gary “Buck” (Alice) Lancour of Chatham, Dennis (Cindy) Lancour of Limestone, and Bob (Linda) Lancour of Chatham; step-sister – Dianne Posio of Pontiac; brother and sisters-in-law – Jake (Carol) Verbunker and Kay LeVeque all of Munising; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.Joe was preceded in death by his beloved daughter - Teri Ketzler; parents - Richard Lancour and Jean Edes; stepmother Mary Lancour; stepfathers – Ivan Anderson and William Edes; parents-in-law - Vic and Mugs Verbunker; daughter-in-law – Pam Peters; infant brother and sister; stepbrothers – Robert Anderson and Paul “Bucky” Anderson; grandparents – Vernon and Opal Richmond and Paul and Flossie Lancour; brother-in-law – Larry LeVeque; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.Graveside services will be held at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. Military honors will be rendered by the American Legion and Vietnam Veterans Honor Guard, and Pastor Jim Rodgers will conduct committal prayers.
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Dorothy E. Johns - February 11, 1929 - August 11, 2023
Departed: 08/11/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: WetmoreDorothy E. Johns, age 94, of Wetmore, died Friday, August 11, 2023 at UPHS – Marquette. She was born on February 11, 1929 in Munising the fourth of eleven children to the late Lyman and Ada (Clark) Johns. Dorothy worked at a number of places: Munising Wooden Ware, Taylors Cleaners, Dallas Cleaners, Superior Health Haven as a nurse’s aide, and Timber Products. She was an operator in the veneer mill for many years and retired from Timber Products in 1991. Dorothy enjoyed knitting, crocheting, flower gardening, going for walks, and working on jigsaw and wordsearch puzzles. She was a faithful member of the Munising Wesleyan Church. Dorothy’s family was very important to her.She is survived by her sister Opal Kyllonen of Hermansville, MI; sister-in-law – Marilyn Johns and Charlotte Johns; eighteen nieces and nephews – Carol, Susan, Gloria, Harold Jr., Kathy, Archie, Mary Lou, Wesley, Bonnie, Lisa, Thomas, Virginia, Charlyn, Sherry, Sharon, Timmy, David, and Danny; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Lyman and Ada; siblings – Edith, Clayton, Harold (Jean), Jimmy, Ivan, Glendale (Carol), Stanley and infant brothers Benjamin and Donald; and brother-in-law – William Kyllonen.Visitation will be on Monday, August 14, 2023 at the Bowerman Funeral Home in Munising from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Dorothy’s funeral will be at the Munising Wesleyan Church on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery.
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John J. Walton - December 27, 1946 - August 11, 2023
Departed: 08/11/2023 (Munising)
Obituary Preview: Munising / Scio TownshipJohn J. Walton, age 76, of Munising and formerly of Scio Township, Michigan, died peacefully on Friday, August 11, 2023 at the Harbour View Assisted Living in Munising under the care of their caring staff and North Woods Home Hospice. He was born on December 27, 1946 in Marquette, Michigan to the late John and Elizabeth “Betty” (Devine) Walton. John and his family moved downstate in 1952. He graduated from Ann Arbor Pioneer High School in 1965, where he was a State Champion Gymnast. John entered into the United States Marine Corp in 1965. He served in Vietnam and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. In 1969, John was aboard the USS Hornet and was part of the recovery team of the astronauts of Apollo 11. John was honorably discharged in 1970 as a Seargent. In his younger years, John enjoyed boxing, karate, and playing softball. He was diehard Redwings fan, enjoyed flying, and loved everything U.P. John worked for the utilities department in Scio Township for 27 years, and he also was a volunteer firefighter for the township. After retirement John moved back to the Upper Peninsula and lived in Sault Ste. Marie before moving to Munising.John is survived by his children Casey Walton of Plymouth, MI and Hallie (Jamaal) McCluskey of Miami, OH; grandchildren – Brylee and Kyren; brother – Jim (Libby) Walton. He was preceded in death by his parents Betty and John Walton.John’s family would like to thank the incredible staff at Harbour View who provided such great care these past few years.Private family services will be held at a later date.
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What is an obituary?
An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, achievements, and surviving family members.
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Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.
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A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about their life story, accomplishments, and charitable donations.
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What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?
A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute to the person's life.
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How do I find old obituaries?
You can search online archives of newspapers, genealogy websites, or libraries that maintain historical records. You may also contact local funeral homes or historical societies for assistance.
Can I publish an obituary online?
Yes, there are many online platforms that allow you to publish an obituary, including social media sites, memorial websites, and online obituary databases. These can be especially helpful for reaching a wider audience or sharing memories with distant relatives and friends.
How long does it take for an obituary to be published?
The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may have a delay of several days or weeks.
Can I make changes to an obituary after it's been published?
In some cases, corrections or updates can be made to an already-published obituary. However, this may depend on the publication's policies and procedures.
Is it appropriate to include charitable donations in an obituary?
Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers as a way to honor their loved one's memory and continue their legacy.
Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for many years?
Yes, it's never too late to write an obituary or create a memorial tribute for someone who has passed away. This can be a meaningful way to celebrate their life and share memories with others.
How do I deal with conflicting opinions about what to include in an obituary?
In situations where multiple family members or friends have differing opinions, it may be helpful to designate one person as the primary point of contact for writing and submitting the obituary. Open communication and compromise can also help resolve any conflicts.
What is the purpose of an online guestbook or condolence message?
An online guestbook or condolence message allows friends and family members to express their sympathy and share memories of the deceased. This can be especially helpful for those who cannot attend funeral services in person.
Can I republish an existing obituary on social media or other online platforms?
Yes, you can share an existing obituary on social media or other online platforms as a way to reach a wider audience and encourage others to share their memories and condolences.
How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?
If there are sensitive or private details that you wish to exclude from the public notice, consider creating a separate memorial tribute or sharing those details privately with close friends and family members.
Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?
Yes, many families choose to incorporate meaningful quotes or poems into the obituary as a way to add depth and emotion to the tribute.
What if I need help writing an obituary due to emotional distress?
If you're struggling to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress, consider seeking support from a trusted friend or family member. Funeral homes and bereavement counselors may also offer guidance and resources.
Can I update an existing obituary with new information?
In some cases, yes. If new information becomes available after the initial publication of the obituary, you may be able to update it accordingly. However, this may depend on the publication's policies and procedures.