Obituaries
Peter Emil Carmody
Aug 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Peter E. Carmody, 82, of L'Anse, Michigan on Tuesday, August 27th at Baraga County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Carmody was born on July 31st, 1942, in Munising, Michigan, to parents Donald and Elsie (Niemi) Carmody. Dr. Carmody was one of four children. Dr. Carmody graduated from Manistee High School...
Edward Joseph Thomas
Aug 16, 2024
Edward Joseph "E.J." Thomas, age 69 of Baraga, Michigan passed away on Friday, August 16th, 2024 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital in L'Anse, MI.
He was born December 18th, 1954 in Iron Mountain, MI son of Glenn and Lois (Meyers) Thomas. In 1972 he graduated from Kingsford High School. He served in the U. S. Army from June 1973-June 1975. E.J....
Rachel Marie Keranen
Jul 29, 2024
Rachel Marie Keranen, age 89, of Baraga, Michigan passed away with family by her side, on Monday, July 29th, 2024 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.
She was born in Oskar Michigan on June 18, 1935 to John & Lydia (Rintamaki) Knuuttila. Rachel moved to rural Baraga County at 7 yrs old and attended Pelkie & Baraga schools. She married Arvo Keranen...
Diana Lynn Davis Neal
Jul 24, 2024
Our dear Diana "Lynn" Davis-Neal passed peacefully from this life into the arms of her Savior on July 24th, 2024 at Canal View SNF in Hancock MI where she lived since 2020.
Lynn, 76, was the daughter of Wallace and Anna Jean Davis. She was born in Harvey and grew up in Dolton and then South Holland, Illinois with her...
James Edward Hulkonen
Jul 20, 2024
James Edward Hulkonen, age 80 of L'Anse, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.
James was born on July 30, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan, son of Toivo and Esther (Pirhohen) Hulkonen. He served in the U.S. Navy prior to moving to the Upper Peninsula to work on the Hulkonen Farm. On August 30, 1969...
Monica Lee Griffin
Jul 10, 2024
Monica Lee Griffin, age 73 of Baraga, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 at her home.
She was born June 14, 1951 in Chicago, IL daughter of Philip and Myrtle (Coomer) Nemec. Monica graduated from Kelly High School in Chicago. On September 3, 1977 she married Virgil Dwight Griffin in Springfield, IL where they resided until he passed,...
Glen William Rantala
Jul 10, 2024
Glen William Rantala, age 79, of Tapiola, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 at the Omega House in Houghton.
He was born August 9, 1944 in L'Anse, the son of William and Elma (Kauranen) Rantala. He grew up in Alston and graduated from Baraga High School in 1963. Glen went on to earn a degree in Electrical Engineering from...
Mary Margaret Cadeau
Jun 25, 2024
Mary Margaret Cadeau, 74, a long-time resident of Baraga, MI passed away on Tuesday, June 25th at her current home in DeFuniak Springs, FL lovingly surrounded by some of her children, grandchild, twin sister, brother-in-law, family, friends and neighbors.
She was born on August 31, 1949 in La Junta, CO, a twin daughter of James Briscoe and Margaret Robinson Briscoe....
Kimberly Marie Fortier
Jun 20, 2024
Kimberly Marie Fortier, age 61 of L'Anse, Michigan passed away on Thursday, June 20th, 2024 at her home with her loving family by her side.
She was born February 8th, 1963 in L'Anse, daughter of Robert and Shirley (LaFernier) Velmer. Kim graduated from Baraga High School. She married Cyril Joseph Fortier Jr on June 17, 1991 in L'Anse. Kim worked...
Gloria Ann Kent
Jun 13, 2024
Gloria Ann Kent, age 92 of L'Anse, Michigan passed away on Thursday, June 13th, 2024 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.
She was born March 25, 1932 in Pequaming, MI daughter of William and Ruby (Bennett) Lintz. Gloria attended school in Pequaming and L'Anse. She married Kenneth Kent. Gloria worked for L'Anse Township as Treasurer for many years. She enjoyed reading, gardening,...
Robert Joseph Velmer
Jun 8, 2024
Robert Joseph Velmer, also known as, "Travellin' Man", 87 of Baraga, MI passed away Saturday June 8, 2024 at his home while being surrounded by the love of his family and with his son Michael at his side.
Robert was born June 4, 1937 in Spalding, MI to Lawrence and Irene
(Poupore) Velmer. One of ten children, Bob spent his childhood playing...
James Alan Kuru
Jun 4, 2024
James Alan Kuru, age 67 of Covington, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, June 4th, 2024at Rolling Meadows in Covington.
He was born October 18, 1956 in Hancock, MI son of Kenneth and Dorothy (Seppala) Kuru. James graduated from Jeffers High School in 1975. He worked at Kirkish Furniture for over 45 years, retired in 2021.
Surviving are his brother Doug (Janet)...
Sharon Virginia Maki
May 28, 2024
Sharon Virginia (Anderson) Maki, passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2024 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital in L'Anse, Michigan.
She was born in Pontiac, MI daughter of Signe Virginia Forslund and David Hugo Anderson. Sharon was 82 years young and has three surviving children, Troy Maki (Kris) of L'Anse, Wendy (David) Rehborg of Cottonwood, AX, and Greta (John) Hebert of...
Dawn Elizabeth Lorendo
May 25, 2024
Dawn Elizabeth Lorendo, age 59 of Zeba, Michigan passed away on Saturday, May 25th, 2024at U.P. Health System, Marquette, MI.
She was born April 26, 1965 in L'Anse, MI daughter of Frederick and Gwenneth (Emery) Gauthier. Dawn graduated from L'Anse High School and later received an Associates Degree from Ojibwa Community College. On December 31, 2019 she married Jason Lorendo in...
Betty June Altz
May 18, 2024
Betty June Altz, age 81, of Alston, Michigan passed away on Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.
Betty was born November 7, 1942 in Romeo, MI, daughter of Daniel and Rosie (Hangya) Cain. She married Richard Altz on July 7, 1962 in Romeo, MI. They resided in Washington, MI until 1969, when they moved to a farm...
Steven Bruce Cotter
May 16, 2024
Steven Bruce Cotter, age 34, of L'Anse, Michigan passed away on Thursday, May 16th, 2024 at his home.
Steve was born June 16, 1989 in Marquette, MI, son of Daniel Cotter and Bonny Tikkanen. He graduated from L'Anse High School in 2007 and continued his education at Northern Michigan University. Steve pursued various occupations throughout his life, including cooking, cleaning...
Clyde James Peterson
Apr 27, 2024
Clyde J Peterson of Alston passed away on Saturday April 27, 2024 at BCMH.
Clyde was born on October 8, 1945 to Anna (Seppanen) and Jim Peterson. He attended Baraga Area School and graduated in 1964. On December 5, 1964 he married Mary (Turpeinen) Peterson. They were married for 54 years and did everything together. Clyde worked numerous jobs over...
William Howard Paquet
Apr 25, 2024
William Howard Paquet, age 73, of L'Anse, Michigan passed away on Thursday, April 25th, 2024 at Bayside Village in L'Anse.
He was born July 29, 1950 in Hancock, MI son of Mylo and Elsie (Ellis) Paquet. Bill graduated from L'Anse High School in 1968. He worked at the Tilden Mine and retired from there after working for 30 years. He owned...
Edward Arthur Hickey
Apr 21, 2024
Edward A. Hickey (76), of Aura, Michigan, passed away on April 21, 2024.
Edward, fondly known as Mike, was born to Edward (Ned) and Charlotte, on February 2, 1948 in Big Rapids, Michigan. At the age of 17, his love of the water and boats led him to the Merchant Marines. In 1967 he joined the Navy and proudly served...
Roberta Mary Lambert
Apr 14, 2024
Roberta Mary Lambert, age 81, of Baraga, Michigan passed away on Sunday, April 14th, 2024 at her home. Per her wishes there will be no funeral services.
Jacobson Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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