Ruth Esther Puska Brown, 93, of Jacksonville, Florida, reunited with her husband of 60 years, Don, in the presence of the Lord on Friday, May 2, 2025. Ruth was the youngest of three daughters born to Eino and Aino Puska. She was born and raised in Hancock, and graduated from Hancock High ...
SOUTH RANGE — David Karl Autio, 63, died unexpectedly in his home in South Range on Dec. 15, 2024, from a heart attack. David graduated from Jeffers in 1980. He was an accomplished artist, member of the national guard and motorcycle enthusiast. He also doubled as call-in radio personality Random Guy winning over the hearts of many listeners. During his career as a chef he helped shape the menus and procedures of many local restaurants and will be missed by many people in the industry. The last chapter of his life was spent dedicated to his parents and providing them with care they ...
Barbara Ann McDowell (born Apple) passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, in Houghton, Michigan. Born on June 30, 1942, in Piqua, Ohio, Barbara lived a life centered around family and faith. Her deep-rooted devotion to her church community was a constant source of strength and joy. Barbara was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Lutheran Church in Houghton and had previously been part of the congregation at First Lutheran Church of Parkersburg, West Virginia. Her faith was a guiding light that touched the lives of many. Barbara shared 38 years of marriage with her husband, Gary ...
BALTIC — Edward Paavola, 72, a resident of Baltic, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Canal View – Houghton County, where he had been a resident patient. The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Mt. View Chapel of South Range is assisting the family with the arrangements which will be announced at a later time.
HANCOCK — Ann Marie Julio, 67, of Hancock, passed away at her home on on May 2, 2025, with her loving family at her side. The O'Neill-Dennis Funeral Home of Hancock is assisting with her arrangements, which are still incomplete.
LAKE LINDEN — Carl J. Rheault, 78, of Lake Linden, passed away at his home on May 5, 2025. He was born on Jan. 15, 1947, a son of Willard and Dorothy (Dessellier) Rheault. He attended Lake Linden-Hubbell Schools. He worked as a logger and as farmer with his father. Carl was married to Joanne Fountaine on July 22, 1972, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Lake Linden. Joanne passed away on Jan. 8, 2009. Carl enjoyed gardening and tinkering with his car. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. Carl is survived by: his siblings, Sharon Mattfolk of Dollar Bay, ...
