Local obituaries for Jacobs Funeral Homes & Crematory

Feb 6, 2026

Arlene Dalpra, 85, of Crystal Falls, MI, began her beautiful life in heaven on Friday, February 6, 2026. She was lovingly surrounded by her family during her short illness at the Marshfield Hospital in Iron Mountain.

Arlene was born on December 16, 1940, in Ishpeming, MI, to the late Nels and Mona (Smith) Koskela. She graduated from...

Feb 5, 2026

It is with a heavy saddened heart that we announce the passing of Cynthia Jane Walstrom, 85, of Florence, WI.

Cynthia passed of heart complications at Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson, Iron Mountain, MI, on February 5, 2026 after being a long-time resident at Florence Health Services in Florence, WI.

Cynthia was born on September 24, 1940...

Feb 2, 2026

Quinnesec – Victor Joseph Oratch, Jr., of Quinnesec, MI, affectionally known as "Gramps" passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the age of 79.

He was born on November 22, 1946, in Benoit, WI, to the late Victor J. Sr., and Mary (Zumer) Oratch.

He married Joanne Lee Bluse on June 10,1972 in Saxon,...

Feb 1, 2026

Iron Mountain- Janet L. Conners, 80, of Iron Mountain, Mich., passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family.

She was born November 4, 1945, in Topinabee, Mich., daughter of the late Leonard and Avis (Swan) Morgan. Janet was one of nineteen children. She grew up and attended school in Topinabee.

Feb 1, 2026

Kingsford- Sandra P. Barker, 80, of Kingsford, Mich., passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson, Iron Mountain, Mich.

Sandra "Sandy" Barker (maiden name Johnson), a woman known for her warmth, independence, and gift for making everyone feel like a friend, was born on January 1, 1946, in Marquette, Michigan. She was the beloved daughter...

Feb 1, 2026

Niagara- Ann Marie Van Erem, 83, of Niagara, Wisc., passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at her home.

She was born April 4, 1942, in Green Bay, Wisc. Ann grew up in Green Bay and graduated from Green Bay East High School in 1961. She married Cletus Van Erem on November 11, 1961, in Allouez, Wisc....

Jan 31, 2026

Quinnesec -With the open road in his soul, Roger Scott Deau crossed over at his home in Quinnesec, Mich., on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

Scott was born in Kingsford, Mich., on April 8, 1960, to Judy A, (Kirk) Berg and Roger A. Deau.

He will be remembered as a true perfectionist in all he did,...

Jan 28, 2026

Gloria Jean Merhalski, age 85, of Florence, Wisconsin, passed peacefully into eternal life on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Gloria was born on November 17, 1940, in Washburn, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Enard and Alice (Sirois) Steen. She was a 1958 graduate of Washburn High School, earned her bachelor's degree from Northland College, and later received...

Jan 25, 2026

Edwin Andrew Kelley (89) of Florence, WI, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, surrounded by all five of his children and other loved ones.

He was born on March 29, 1936, in Crookston, MN, to the late Gordon and Helen (Boylan) Kelley. Edwin grew up in Crookston, MN, with his three sisters. Ed met his wife,...

Jan 24, 2026

Sagola- Duane E. Johnson, 62, of Sagola, Mich., passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Florence Health Services, Florence, Wisc.

He was born February 5, 1963, in Oshkosh, Wisc., son of the late Donald and Phyllis (Mitchell) Johnson. Duane grew up in Idaho, Minnesota, and Rapid River before moving to Sagola in the spring of 1979. He...

Jan 22, 2026

Manistique – Raymond P. Santi, 56, of Manistique, MI, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, in Crystal Falls, MI.

He was born on May 1, 1969, in Crystal Falls, MI, to the late Paul and Renja (Rosenlund) Santi.

Raymond enjoyed his motorcycles, working on projects with his children, spending time with his friends, and...

Jan 20, 2026

Armstrong Creek – Cale J. Frydrych, 46, of Armstrong Creek, WI, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson, Iron Mountain, MI, after a yearlong battle with pancreatic cancer.

He was born on November 8, 1979, in Green Bay, WI, to Richard and Janice (Starczowski) Frydrych.

He was a lifelong resident of...

Jan 19, 2026

Marquette- Mary A. Slattery, 73, of Marquette, Mich., passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at UP Health System in Marquette, Mich.

She was born July 1, 1952, in Stambaugh, Mich., daughter of the late Joseph F. and Ruth G. (Reimann) Slattery. Mary grew up in Crystal Falls, Mich. In her younger years, she was a member...

Jan 19, 2026

Dwight Henry Romagnoli, a lifelong resident of Iron Mountain, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, at the age of 79, surrounded by the love of his family. He lived a life marked by hard work, pride in accomplishment, deep devotion to family.

From an early age, Dwight distinguished himself as a leader and scholar, earning...

Jan 17, 2026

Hermansville- Gail R. St. Onge, 84, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at her home surrounded by family.

She was born on July 14, 1941, in Marinette, Wisc., daughter of the late Leo and Margaret Headman. On May 24, 1969, at St. Williams Church in Menominee, Mich., Gail was united in marriage to James St. Onge....

Jan 16, 2026

Niagara – Roberta Ann Vondall, 77, of Niagara, WI, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at her home.

She was born on April 13, 1948, a daughter of the late Verna Dugree.

She is survived by her sons, Lonnie (Lori) Kregelka of Seffner, Fl, and Tristan Kregelka of San Jose, CA; brother, Robert Kichura;...

Jan 16, 2026

Bernadine "Bernie" T. Blomquist, age 89, passed away peacefully on January 16, in the comfort of her apartment at Evergreen Senior Living.

Bernadine was born on October 5, 1936, to the late Joseph "Penny" Andreini and Beatrice (Santini) Andreini. Her father, a hardworking immigrant from Italy, instilled in Bernie the values of dedication, perseverance, and a strong...

Jan 14, 2026

Delores "Dee" Lucille Gatzow, age 85, of Iron Mountain, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Dee was born November 18, 1940, in Iron Mountain to Albert "Spike" and Margaret "Getina" (Cavalieri) Backlund. She graduated from Iron Mountain High School in 1959. Dee married Arthur "Artie" Gatzow on August 13, 1960, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Iron...

Jan 13, 2026

Armstrong Creek- Giordano Ipsa Jr., 67, of Armstrong Creek, Wisc., passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, Wisc.

He was born February 16, 1958, in Milwaukee, Wisc., to the late Giordano Sr. and Lucia (Depol) Ipsa. Giordano grew up and attended school in Milwaukee. He worked for K & J Builders...

Jan 12, 2026

Vulcan – Kerry "Buzz" Berdinner, 73, of Vulcan, MI, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, at his home.

He was born on August 3, 1952, in Iron Mountain, MI to the late Thomas and Mardell (Thorsen) Berdinner.

He was a graduate of Kingsford High School, class of 1971. He married Lisa Lake on February...