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Sheboygan- Robert B. Anderson, 83, of Sheboygan, Wisc., passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the Aurora Medical Center in Sheboygan. He was born September 12, 1942, in Iron Mountain, Mich., son of the late Willard and Vilanda (DaRe) Anderson. Robert grew up in Iron Mountain and formed many lifelong friendships. He was a graduate of Iron Mountain High School, class of 1960, and went on to graduate from Northern Michigan University with a Master's Degree. Bob married Annelle G. Youell on July 24, 1971, in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Bob taught school in the Sheboygan Public Schools, teaching at Urban Junior High and retiring from North High School. He taught for over 30 years and was a...

Daniel Mark Desotell, our beloved father and grandfather, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025. He was born to the late Dean Edward Desotell and Mary Eugenia Desotell (DeGroot) in Green Bay, Wisc., on July 13, 1956. Dan graduated from Our Lady of Premontre High School in 1974. He continued on to Stout College for a year, and then transferred to NWTC to complete a Woods Degree. He was a member of St. Margaret's Church in Pembine. From a young age, Dan loved hockey and was fortunate enough to have a great four years participating in the Our Lady of Premontre High School Team, and continued to play for the year he was enrolled at Stout College. He loved to hunt and fish with his son Jake,...

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Mary Grabski, 84, of Florence, Wisconsin and Gulf Shores, Alabama. On February 23, 2025 she left us from Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas for her eternal rest in Heaven. Mary was comforted by family and friends throughout her illness, and her son Adam and daughter Carloyn attended her throughout her months of hospitalization and were with her at the time of her passing. Mary was born on March 31st, 1940, in LaCrosse, WI to Dorothy (Lepsch) Grabinski and Verdon Grabinski. The third child of 11 she had 2 brothers and 8 sisters. Mary attended Holy Trinity Grade School and graduated from Aquinas High School, LaCrosse,...

Amberg - Vernon Frances Shier, 84, of Amberg Wisc., passed away in his log cabin in the woods, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. He was born June, 16, 1940, in Antigo, Wisc., son of Frank and Milne (Fonsen) Shier. He attended Shiocton Grade School and High School. After school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp in 1957 and served until his honorable discharge in 1958. He worked for a number of years with the Paper Converting Machine Company. He owned and operated Advance Agriculture with his wife, which they later changed the name to The Seed Store in Green Bay, Wisconsin. After retirement, they moved up to the north woods in Amberg, Wisc. He built the log cabin where he...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ruth E. (Berklund) Geer, beloved mother, dedicated nurse, cancer fighter, survivor, and cherished friend, who left us peacefully on the morning of October 22nd at the age of 69. She was born on January 25th in Cottonwood, Idaho, and spent her life bringing love, care, and compassion to all who knew her. Ruth, a devoted mother of three, instilled in her children a sense of kindness, perseverance, and strength. She was their rock, always providing a listening ear, a warm embrace, and words of wisdom. Her love for her family was immeasurable, and her legacy as a mother will live on in the hearts of those she raised. As a dedicated...

Green Bay - Corey P. Callahan, 54, of Green Bay, Wisc., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 5, 2024, in Fence, Wisc. Corey was born on February 11, 1970, in Green Bay, Wisc., to Patrick and Karen (Heglund) Callahan. As a child, he was said to be high energy and a "handful", his grandmother broke many wooden spoons on his backside. He graduated from Green Bay Southwest High School, class of 1989. He later attended Gogebic Tech, where he received a degree in Ski Management. After receiving his degree, he moved to Colorado, where he eventually began to run heavy equipment. He returned to Wisconsin to be near his family and became a member of the Operating Engineers Local 139,...

Billie ( Hilgeman) Curnow 87, passed away June 1 in her home surrounded by family. She is survived by her husband Jerry Curnow; daughters, Alyce ( Larry ) Griffioen, Beth Payne Curnow, and Dondi ( Bryan) Frailing; sister, Lea(Don) Stearns; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A service will be held at 11 a.m., on July 6, 2024, at Lord Of Life Lutheran Church, 9420 Portage Rd. Portage Michigan, with visitation at 10am.

Bruce S. Wraalstad, 68, of Mercer, WI. (previously of Goddard, Kansas) passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. In 1985 Bruce was offered a position in Kansas working on aircraft. 34 years later he retired from Cessna/Textron and brought his family home to Wisconsin He loved the north woods, his family, extended family, Kansas "family" and friends. Bruce was a member of the American Legion Post 256 and the "40/8" in Wichita, Kansas. Bruce is survived by his wife, Sally; son, Erik (Abby Patrick) Wraalstad of Fort Atkinson, WI; daughter, Kirsten Wraalstad of Minocqua, WI. A celebration of life is being planned at a later date. for a complete obituary visit...

Iron Mountain - Dianna L. Giguere, 72, of Iron Mountain, Mich., passed away on February 12, 2024, at her home. She was born on April 2, 1951, in Vancouver, Wash., to Patricia (Baggett) O'Day and the late John Akers. Dianna graduated from Battle Ground High School in Battle Ground, Wash. She married the love of her life, Russ Giguere on March 28, 1981, in Vancouver, Wash. During their marriage, Russ and Dianna lived in Vancouver, Wash., Fort Bragg, Georgia., Colorado, Germany, Fort Benning, Georgia, and returned to Wash., to be near family before retiring to Iron Mountain, Mich., in 2018. She worked for a number of years as Network Administrator for the State of Georgia. She...

Florence - Lyle E. Vanden Heuvel, 89, of Florence, Wisc., passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Florence Health Services, Florence, Wisc. He was born on March 3, 1934, in Oneida, Wisc., to the late Edward and Marie (VanBrook) Vanden Heuvel. Lyle grew up in Oneida and lived in the Green Bay area as well as Florence, Wisc. He worked at Morning Glory Dairy from 1952 until he retired in 1993. After retirement, he moved to Florence in 1994. He enjoyed his "snow bird" winters in Englewood, Florida. To many he was known as the "Bear Man". He is survived by son, Tim (Kathy) Vanden Heuvel; daughters, Vicki (Duane) Ambroius, and Julie Harvey; and brother, Gene (Sally) Vanden Heuvel;...

Lillian E. Greenquist, 95, of Florence and Green Bay, Wisc., passed away on December 26, 2023, after a brief illness, surrounded by love. Lil is survived by her children: Laurie (Don) Zimmerman; Sue (Mike) McFadzen; Nancy (Jay) Schulte; and Steve (Carol) Greenquist; by her grandchildren: Eric (Richelle) Zimmerman, Jen Laux, Michael Zimmerman, Amanda Zimmerman; Kate (Andrew Lindsay) McFadzen-Lindsay; Kristin (Caylyn) Kurty and Nicki (Jacob) Painter; and Stephanie (Mike) Marlett; by her great-grandchildren: Camryn and Landyn; Brynn and Carter; James; Jaxton and Peridot; and Avery. Lil is further survived by her sister-in-law, Helen Horath, and by her nieces and nephews, Kris and Barb; Debbie,...

Norway - Elizabeth Smith Brownstein, 93, passed away peacefully at Evergreen Meadows in Norway, Michigan, on December 1, 2023, with her loving family close by. Elizabeth was born in Taunton, Massachusetts, in 1930 to Judge Frank E. Smith and Grace (Hanrahan) Smith. Elizabeth graduated Valedictorian of Taunton High School Class of 1948. She received her degree in Political Science and History from Wellesley College and a Master of Science in Economics and International Relations from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Her interest in travel led her to become Director of the New York office of The Experiment in International Living. Her career, spent largely in the...

Norway - Elizabeth Smith Brownstein, 93, passed away peacefully at Evergreen Meadows in Norway, Michigan, on December 1, 2023, with her loving family close by. Elizabeth was born in Taunton, Massachusetts, in 1930 to Judge Frank E. Smith and Grace (Hanrahan) Smith. Elizabeth graduated Valedictorian of Taunton High School Class of 1948. She received her degree in Political Science and History from Wellesley College and a Master of Science in Economics and International Relations from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Her interest in travel led her to become Director of the New York office of The Experiment in International Living. Her career, spent largely in the...

Jeff A. Jackson passed on August 24th, 2023 in a tragic accident on Way Dam Rd in Crystal Falls. He is survived by his wife Amy (Walker) Jackson and son Landon Jack Jackson (13). Also survived by family that lives out of the area, many church, work and lake friends. He was a loving husband, dedicated father, loyal friend and brother in Christ. Jeff's sudden passing has left a void that can only be filled with hope. Hope that we will one day meet again. God promises us in Isaiah 40: 31 "Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not be faint." We can imagine what Jeff is...

Kingsford, Mich. - Elijah S. Guerrero, 20, of Kingsford, Mich., formerly of Pueblo, Colo., passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023. Elijah was born on March 8, 2003, in Pueblo, Colo., to Alfonso Guerrero, Jr., and Julia (Dodge) Staton. A Celebration of Elijah's life will be held on August 17, 2023, at 4:30 p.m., at Eagleridge Event Center, 805 Eagleridge Blvd Ste 170, Pueblo, CO 81008. Friends may leave condolences and tributes for Elijah's family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomes.com The family has chosen Jacobs Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Iron Mountain, Mich., to honor Elijah's legacy of life.

Kingsford - Billy Joe Ackley, 95, of Kingsford MI, passed away on Tuesday, April 18th, 2023, at the Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson, Iron Mountain, MI. Billy Joe was born on June 20th, 1927, in Hutchinson, KS, to the late Charles and Daisy (Miller) Ackley. Billy Joe grew up in San Francisco, CA, and Wichita, KS, additionally living in Idaho, Colorado, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan. On June 15th, 1943, Billy enlisted into the United States Navy as a quad 20mm anti aircraft gunner and operated 3" and 5" cannons. He participated in conflicts in Guadalcanal, New Guinea, New Hebrides, Russell Islands, Mariana Islands and the invasions of Leyte, Luzon, and was a first wave diversionary...

Mercer - William B. "Wilbur" Mennell, 72, of Mercer, Wisc., passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at his home. Wilbur was born on December 3, 1950, in Maywood, IL., to the late Frank and Florence (Schuster) Mennell. He grew up in Maywood and graduated from Proviso East High School, class of 1969 and from the College of Dupage in 1975. He was a Deputy Sheriff for DuPage County in Illinois for a number of years. He was a paid on-call Lieutenant for Warrenville Fire Protection District and later became one of their trustees. He married Debra Shimp on November 19, 1982, in Wheaton, IL. They made their home in Warrenville, IL., before moving to Mercer, Wisc., after their...

Mercer - William B. "Wilbur" Mennell, 72, of Mercer, Wisc., passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at his home. Wilbur was born on December 3, 1950, in Maywood, IL., to the late Frank and Florence (Schuster) Mennell. He grew up in Maywood and graduated from Proviso East High School, class of 1969 and from the College of Dupage in 1975. He was a Deputy Sheriff for DuPage County in Illinois for a number of years. He was a paid on-call Lieutenant for Warrenville Fire Protection District and later became one of their trustees. He married Debra Shimp on November 19, 1982, in Wheaton, IL. They made their home in Warrenville, IL., before moving to Mercer, Wisc., after their...

Florence - Robert (Bob) Samuel Giombetti Sr., 83, of Florence, Wisc., passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at home. He was born August 12, 1939, in West Bend, Wisc., son to Atilio and Anita (Greuel) Giombetti. Bob spent his childhood in West Bend, where he attended West Bend High School. While in high school, he was a member of the football, basketball, baseball, and track teams. After he graduated in 1957, he went on to achieve his childhood dream by playing Division 1 basketball in the state of Kentucky and studying at Murray State University. In the late 1950s, Bob traveled to Kingsburg, Calif. in an attempt to make the 1960 Olympics as a decathlete. During his time in Calif., Bob...

Patricia A. Bovee, 77, of Florence, Wisc., joined her heavenly Father on Thursday, January 12, 2023. She was born in Fond du Lac, Wis., daughter of the late Kenneth and Katherine (Curtin) Tohulka. Pat attended St. Mary's Springs Academy and graduated at the top of her class in 1963. Wanting to follow in her father's footsteps, she decided to pursue a career as a pharmacist. She began her pharmaceutical studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and then went on to graduate from the University of Illinois-Chicago, where she received her Bachelor's of Science in Pharmacy. Pat worked as a Registered Pharmacist for multiple pharmacies in Iron Mountain, Mich., until she became the Director...