All Obituaries
Beverly Jean Simonson, age 99, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 2, 2025, in Calumet, MI
Jean was born in Laurium, MI on September 12, 1926, to Russell and Melvina Brown. She married Robert Simonson on 6/22/1946 and they raised two sons together. Jean and Robert spent many seasons at their summer cabin at Agate Harbor and enjoyed sharing their ‘happy place’ with friends and family, and sweet memories were made and remembered. Jean and Robert loved to travel and ...
Beverly Jean Simonson, age 99, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 2, 2025, in Calumet, MI
Jean was born in Laurium, MI on September 12, 1926, to Russell and Melvina Brown. She ...
In Loving Memory of Nova Lee Thornhill (Owens)
January 20, 1950 – June 29, 2026
After a prolonged illness, our beloved mother passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, in her family home in Dollar Bay, Michigan. She spent her final months surrounded by love, cared for by her daughter, Natalie with the compassionate support of hospice in her final days, ensuring she was comfortable and at peace.
She was preceded in death by her beloved dogs, Mosey Lee and Willard; her daughter, ...
In Loving Memory of Nova Lee Thornhill (Owens)
January 20, 1950 – June 29, 2026
After a prolonged illness, our beloved mother passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, in her family home in ...
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
A graveside service for Donald E. Antila, who passed away November 7, 2025, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Mountain View Cemetery in South Range, Section 2, with Fr. John Martignon to officiate. Arrangements are being handled by the O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home.
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
A graveside service for Donald E. Antila, who passed away November 7, 2025, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Mountain View Cemetery in South ...
Hancock: Michael H. Verville, 81, a long-time Hancock resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Canal View - Houghton County in Hancock.
Mike was born on August 2, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Philip and Mary (Harris) Verville. He attended Catholic grade school for a few years and then as he became older started working a variety of part time jobs, notably spending 48 years at radio station WMPL until his retirement. Over the years he developed many ...
Hancock: Michael H. Verville, 81, a long-time Hancock resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Canal View - Houghton County in Hancock.
Mike was born on August 2, 1944 in ...
Darlene T. Nuttall, of Lower Pewabic Location, passed away at the age of 84 with her family by her side on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Canal View in Hancock.
Born on August 23, 1941, in Houghton, Darlene was the daughter of the late Howard and Myrle (Bruneau) Stocker. She attended Quincy School and graduated from Hancock High School in 1959. During her high school years, Darlene worked as a waitress at the Coral Shop, a role she cherished and remembered fondly.
Darlene briefly attended ...
Darlene T. Nuttall, of Lower Pewabic Location, passed away at the age of 84 with her family by her side on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Canal View in Hancock.
Born on August 23, 1941, in ...
Hancock: Irene Mae Edgar, 81, the woman who loved everyone and was a lifelong resident of Hancock, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026 at Canal View - Houghton County.
She was born in Hancock on November 16, 1944 to the late Lawrence, Sr. and Elmira Peltier. She belonged to the Hancock Eagles Club where she formed many friendships. Pasty making was one of the many joys she cherished. She loved to knit dish cloths which she gave to many people throughout the community. She also ...
Hancock: Irene Mae Edgar, 81, the woman who loved everyone and was a lifelong resident of Hancock, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026 at Canal View - Houghton County.
She was born ...
Hancock: Pauline S. Kokkonen, 95, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 at Canal View - Houghton County following a lingering illness.
She was born on July 4, 1930 in Hastings, Michigan to the late Omar and Sylvia Barker. She graduated from Hancock Central High School with the Class of 1948 and later took Nurse Aide Training in 1970. Throughout her lifetime, she was employed at the Houghton County Medical Care Facility, the Copper Country Mall, Vertin's Department Store, the Red Owl Grocery ...
Hancock: Pauline S. Kokkonen, 95, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 at Canal View - Houghton County following a lingering illness.
She was born on July 4, 1930 in Hastings, Michigan to the late ...
It is with great sadness and much love that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Hauswirth, also known as “Hausy”, age 88, of Houghton, Michigan. He passed away peacefully with family at his side at Canal View on May 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness.
Bob was born January 11, 1938, in Hancock, Michigan, the son of Arthur and Agnes Hauswirth. He was a proud alum of Hancock High School and Michigan Technological University. Bob spent his entire ...
It is with great sadness and much love that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Hauswirth, also known as “Hausy”, age 88, of Houghton, Michigan. He passed away peacefully with ...
Houghton: Fern Helen Lanctot, 90, a longtime resident of Houghton, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026 at PortagePointe in Hancock.
She was born on January 7, 1936 in Lead, South Dakota to the late Rudolph and Helen (Johnson) Prach. She and her family moved to Calumet when she was young, where she graduated from Calumet High School. As a young woman, she worked as a telephone operator for Michigan Bell Telephone. Much of her life was devoted to being a loving wife and mother. ...
Houghton: Fern Helen Lanctot, 90, a longtime resident of Houghton, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026 at PortagePointe in Hancock.
She was born on January 7, 1936 in Lead, South Dakota ...
Hancock: Keith D. Niemela, 69, of Hancock, former Executive Director of the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at U.P. Health System-Marquette Hospital surrounded by family after a brief illness.
He was born on September 24, 1956 in Detroit to the late Marvin and Joan (Hall) Niemela. As the family moved to Hancock, Keith graduated from Hancock High School in 1974. He continued his education by graduating from Michigan Tech in 1974 with a Bachelor of ...
Hancock: Keith D. Niemela, 69, of Hancock, former Executive Director of the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at U.P. Health System-Marquette Hospital ...
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