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Obituaries

William Yakovich

William "Bill" Paul Yakovich of Ontonagon peacefully passed away on May 18, 2025, at Our Lady of Mercy Care Facility in Hubbell. Bill was born on Oct. 10, 1940 in Ontonagon, to Paul and Ardith (Dragoo) Yakovich of Rockland, Michigan. He attended school in Rockland and graduated in 1958. He ...

Lori Lassila

Lori Ann Lassila of Redford, Michigan, formerly of Mohawk, passed away on Dec. 3, 2024. Lori is the daughter of Ken and Virginia Lassila of Mohawk. Lori worked as an Engineer with General Motors until her retirement. She is survived by her mom; sisters, Linda (Mike) Luusua of Ludington, ...

Mary Heikkinen

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Heikkinen, age 68, a beloved resident of Elo. Mary passed away peacefully at home. She was raised in the close-knit community of Otter Lake and retired from the Houghton County Medical Care Facility. From a young age, Mary developed ...

Marlys Ollanketo

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the home of Mike Stegner and Elaine Johnson at 2570 60th St SW in Appleton, Minnesota (56208.) Lunch will be served. Weather permitting, we’ll have a bonfire in Marti’s memory. Marlys Kay “Marti” ...

Louis Haataja

ELO — It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of Louis Gordon Haataja, affectionately known as "Grandpa." Born on June 27, 1940, he grew up in Elo, Michigan and lived a vibrant and full life until the age of 84. Louis was a man of many talents, an ...

Theresa Chobanian

DONKEN — Theresa M. Chobanian, aged 65, passed peacefully on March 19, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family and loved ones. Theresa was born on July 1, 1959, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Robert and Rachel Bramble. She married the love of her life, Thomas, on Oct. 16, 1983. They had ...