Obituaries
Robert Lee Hoggard
Mar 15, 2026
Robert Lee Hoggard, age 91, of L'Anse, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at his home with his loving wife by his side.
Robert was born on July 20, 1934, in Blytheville, Arkansas, the son of Clarence and Ella Francella (Faught) Hoggard. He proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Military Police officer...
Linda Jean Hutula
Mar 14, 2026
Linda Jean Hutula, age 72 of Watton, MI, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at UP Health System - Marquette, after a long battle with chronic illness.
She was born October 21, 1953, in L'Anse, MI, to Roland Sr. and Kathleen (Denomme) Huhtala. Linda graduated from L'Anse High School in 1971 and attended Michigan Technological University. She married Dale...
James Alan Byykkonen
Mar 5, 2026
James Alan "Jim" Byykkonen, age 68, passed away peacefully on March 5th, surrounded by his loving family at UP Health System - Marquette. He was born to Howard and Stella Byykkonen.
He held many jobs throughout the years but ended his career working at the Ojibwa Casino. He was a proud member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community.
Jim was...
Clarence Edward Blankinship
Mar 2, 2026
Clarence Edward Blankinship Jr. passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 2, 2026. He was born on July 19, 1936 in L'Anse, Michigan. The son of Clarence Edward Sr. and Florence (LaVack) Blankinship. Clarence married the love of his life, Mavis Ann (Grove) on February 1, 1957, and just celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary. Every year Clarence...
Elizabeth Charlotte Matthews
Feb 27, 2026
Elizabeth "Chiz" Charlotte Matthews, age 87, of Zeba, Michigan, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Bayside Village in L'Anse.
She was born January 3, 1939, in Zeba, Michigan, the daughter of George and Charlotte (Blaker) Matthews. Chiz graduated from L'Anse High School in 1957 and went on to work for 18 years as a switchboard operator for the...
Jack Lowell Dawson
Feb 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jack Lowell Dawson
Jack Lowell Dawson, 85, of L’Anse, was born on November 1, 1940, and went to be with his Lord Jesus on February 19, 2026. A man of deep faith, steady strength, and joyful humor, Jack lived a full and faithful life devoted to God, his family, and the great outdoors he so dearly loved.Jack’s...
Julie Furaitar
Jan 25, 2026
Julie Starr Furaitar, age 60, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026. She was born on September 5, 1965.
Julie was a quiet, gentle soul who found joy in the simple things in life. She was a devoted attendee of L'Anse Baptist Church and spent much of her time reading, studying the Bible, and deepening her faith. Julie enjoyed making...
Ruth Ojala
Jan 9, 2026
Ruth Marie Ojala, age 97, of Houghton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium, Michigan.
Ruth was born on May 14, 1928, in Houghton, Michigan, the daughter of Arvo and Mariam (Lilstrang) Michaelson and grew up on the Michaelson family dairy farm in Askel where she worked all the chores of the...
Bernice Knuuttila
Jan 5, 2026
Bernice Arlene Knuuttila (Juntunen), age 86, long term resident of Pelkie, Michigan went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 5, 2026.
Bernice graduated from Baraga High School in 1958. She married John Elmer Knuuttila in October of 1964 and they made their home on Sarya Road where they raised their family and lived for...
Alan Robinson
Jan 5, 2026
Alan John Robinson, age 82, of Baraga, Michigan, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette, Michigan.
Alan was born on December 8, 1943, in Blue Island, Illinois, the son of Homer and Helen (O'Lena) Robinson. He graduated from DeWitt D. Eisenhower High School in 1961. Alan proudly served his country in...
Carole Mannikko
Jan 3, 2026
Carole Rose Mannikko, age 83, of L'Anse, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Bayside Village in L'Anse.
She was born on January 22, 1942, in Auburn, New York, the daughter of Fredrick and Mary (Robinson) Cholette. On January 26, 1963, Carole was united in marriage to Leonard Mannikko in Auburn, New York, beginning a devoted partnership...
Alice Watchorn
Jan 2, 2026
Alice Marie Watchorn, age 85, of L'Anse, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Alice was born on April 14, 1940, in Baraga, Michigan, and was lovingly raised by her grandparents, Otto and Marna Carlson. She graduated from Baraga High School in 1957 and went on to pursue her calling...
John King Jr
Dec 29, 2025
John Arthur King Jr, age 77 of L'Anse, Michigan passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at his home with his family by his side. Jacobson Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Elma Heikkinen
Dec 18, 2025
Elma Lillian Heikkinen, age 75, of Elo, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Elma was born on August 26, 1950, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Hancock, Michigan, the daughter of Alfred and Olga (Sillanpaa) Haataja. She attended J.A. Doelle High School, began raising her family at a young age, and later earned her GED...
Steven Joseph Monkiewicz
Dec 15, 2025
Mr. Steven Monkiewicz, age 75, passed away on December 15, 2025. He was born on July 20, 1950, and lived a life guided by curiosity, creativity, and a deep appreciation for both sound and nature.
Steven was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Monkiewicz and Donna Monkiewicz (Cichy), and by his brother, Thomas Monkiewicz.
He is survived by his sister, Susan...
Lola Jean Gerard
Dec 9, 2025
Lola Jean Gerard, 93, of Baraga, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. She was born December 27, 1931, to Noble and Inez (McGlue) Drolson.
Lola was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arthur; her parents; and her sister, Karen Sweeney.She is survived by her children: Patricia (Scott) Koski of Baraga, Michael (Jenny) Gerard of Iron Mountain, Dennis (Debbie) Gerard...
Carol LaBeau
Nov 26, 2025
Carol Ann LaBeau, age 62, of L'Anse, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 25, 2025, at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.
Carol was born on November 15, 1963, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Willard and Olive (Mitchell) Stickles. She grew up in a loving family and carried that warmth with her throughout her life. On November 12, 2012, she married the love...
Lawrence Wayne Kahkonen
Nov 20, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" Kahkonen 84 of Chassell, Michigan formerly of L'Anse passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025. He was born on August 2, 1941 in Pequaming Michigan to Waino and Marie (Brunet) Kahkonen. Larry grew up with a strong work ethic and a love for hunting and fishing that followed him throughout his life.
Larry was an entrepreneur and creative...
Richard Ernest Velmer
Nov 20, 2025
Richard Ernest Velmer, age 85, of L'Anse, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center in Iron Mountain, MI.
He was born on October 7, 1940, in Spalding, MI, the son of Lawrence and Irene (Poupore) Velmer. Richard moved to L'Anse at the age of three and made it his lifelong home. Throughout the years, he worked...
Mary Louise Sikorsky
Nov 10, 2025
Mary Louise Sikorsky died on Nov 10, 2025 in her home in Savannah after a prolonged illness. She was born May 10, 1955 to parents Ray and Mary Stark of Baraga, Michigan.
She was raised in Baraga and attended Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Michigan. She received an associate degree in Nursing in 1975 and became an RN. She worked...
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