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Sandra Zerbst

DOLLAR BAY — On November 9, 2026, Sandra Joan Zerbst of Dollar Bay passed away to meet her Heavenly Father after a brief stay at Portage Health in Marquette. Sandy leaves behind a deeply grieving family who will forever miss her warmth, love, and passion for ensuring everyone around her was happy. Sandy married the love of her life, Raymond, having met in high school and together they celebrated 50 years of marriage last spring. Together, they lived life to the fullest and dedicated themselves completely to their family and dearest friends. Sandy held an enduring love for all of her ...

Peggy Niemela

CALUMET — Peggy Lee (Quello) Niemela of Calumet, Michigan passed away on November 7, 2026 at MediLodge of Munising in Munising, Michigan. Peggy was born on March 7, 1952 in Laurium, Michigan to parents Ernest and Genevieve Quello. Peggy attended Rufus King High School in Milwaukee, ...

Lois Thurston

HANCOCK — Lois Mae (Kinnunen) Thurston of Hancock, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on May 11, 1937, Lois was a devoted wife, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and friend. She was an outgoing woman who loved to laugh and enjoyed being surrounded by the people who meant the most to her. Family and friends were an important part of her life, and she treasured the time making memories with them. Lois is survived by her cherished brothers, Bill (Kathy) Kinnunen and Mark Kinnunen. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adam and Laina Kinnunen, ...

Charles Matrosic

Hancock — Retired Lieutenant Colonel Charles A. Matrosic, PE, 85, of Hancock, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at U.P. Health System-Marquette Hospital. Chuck was born to Charles B. and June D. (Alfsen) Matrosic on April 27, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan. Chuck graduated from Detroit ...

John Drennan Sr.

BARAGA — John C. Drennan Sr., age 89, of Baraga, Michigan, passed away on November 2, 2026. John lived a life marked by service, education, leadership, and a deep commitment to his community. Born with a lifelong passion for learning, he attended Morgan Park Military Academy and later ...

George Cram Jr.

L'ANSE — George Bauman Cram Jr, 88, L'Anse, passed away on November 6, 2026 at Bay Side Nursing Home. He was born on December 31, 1937 in Bismarck, North Dakota to George and Vi ("BomBom") Cram. He graduated from Bismarck High School in 1955. As a young child, George and his 6 brothers had ...