Local obituaries for Jacobs Funeral Homes & Crematory

Apr 14, 2025

Crystal Falls- Susan Sterenberg, 73, of Crystal Falls, Mich., passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at the Iron County Medical Care Facility, Crystal Falls, Mich.

She was born March 8, 1952, in Lansing, Mich., daughter of the late Lloyd and Shirley Ohmen. Susan grew up in Lansing and was a graduate of Lansing School District, where she...

Apr 13, 2025

Paul Howard Wendt, 71, of Crystal Falls, formerly of Marquette County, MI, died in his home

the evening of Sunday April 13, 2025 surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Paul was born in Marquette, MI on April 20, 1953 to the late Howard and Dorothy (Spitz) Wendt.

After attending Negaunee High School,...

Apr 13, 2025

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...

Apr 11, 2025

David Arthur AuBuchon, 65, of Aurora, Wisc., passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2025, in his home with his beloved daughter watching over him.

David was born on June 16, 1959, in Milwaukee, Wisc., to Vonna Jean Johnson (Schlote) and Phillip T. AuBuchon. He attended Nathan Hale High School and enlisted in the United States Army...

Apr 8, 2025

Joseph Dana "Joe" Testolin, 75, of Iron Mountain, Michigan passed away at home on April 9, 2025.

He was born in Dickinson County, Michigan on December 13, 1949 to John B. and Gladys (Leonard) Testolin. He graduated from Iron Mountain High School in 1968. He was a realtor for over 30 years. He was passionate about CPR...

Apr 7, 2025

Karen Jean Burgess, 83, of Kingsford, MI, passed away Monday, April 7, 2025, at Pinecrest Medical Center, Powers, MI.

Karen was born in Goodman, WI, on July 22, 1941, to Oswald and Vera (Erickson) Bousley. She was raised in Dunbar, WI. Karen attended middle school at St. Joan of Arc in Goodman before graduating from Pembine High...

Mar 31, 2025

Florence – Daniel J. Schreurs, 69, of Florence, Wisc., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, unexpectedly at his home.

Daniel was born on January 31, 1956, in Kaukauna, Wisc., to the late Gordon and Theresa (Boots) Schreurs.

He was graduate of Little Chute High School, class of 1974. He was a very good basketball...

Mar 26, 2025

Kingsford – Jeffery R. Johnson, 35, of Kingsford, Mich., passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson, Iron Mountain, Mich.

He was born on April 24, 1989, in Iron Mountain, Mich., to Russell Johnson and Gina (Rice) Dettman.

Jeff grew up in Iron Mountain, Mich., and was a graduate of Kingsford High...

Mar 26, 2025

Mary (Miller) Brazeau, 82, of Niagara, WI, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday,March 26, 2025.

Mary was born on May 11, 1942, in Iron Mountain, Michigan, to R. Barrett and Irene (Harju) Miller. She was a 1960 graduate of Iron Mountain High School and went on to study elementary education at Lakeland College and Northern Michigan...

Mar 23, 2025

Florence – Philip "Phil" T. AuBuchon, 87, of Florence, Wisc., passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025.

Phil was born on October 10, 1937, in Dane, Wisc., to the late John and Frances (Biwersi) AuBuchon.

He attended St. Michaels and Holy Redeemer Catholic Schools in Milwaukee, Wisc., and graduated from Custer High School in...

Mar 22, 2025

Florence – Craig S. "Crackles" Gilbert, 75, of Florence, Wisc., passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Florence Health Service, Florence, Wisc.

He was born on June 18, 1949, in Crystal Falls, Mich., to the late Leonard Gilbert and Eleanore (Olson) Meyers

Craig was a lifelong resident of Florence, Wisc. He enjoyed fishing, 4-wheeling,...

Mar 21, 2025

Florence – Michael R. Pierce, 70, of Florence, Wisc., passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield, Wisc.

He was born on December 7, 1954, in Manitowoc, Wisc.

He served his country in the United States Army from 1972 until his honorable discharge in 1975. He married Linda Roberts on August...

Mar 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Harry Peterson

Harry Peterson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, father-in-law, teacher, coach, and Korean War veteran, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, at the age of 90.

Born on October 11, 1934, in Crystal Falls, Michigan, Harry dedicated his life to service. First to his country and later to...

Mar 18, 2025

Iron Mountain- Patricia Ann Schroeder, 82, of Iron Mountain Mich., passed away on Tuesday March 18, 2025 at Iron County Medical Facility.

She was born on June 9, 1942, in Oshkosh, Wisc., to the late, Peter and Anna (Heindel) Kiefer. Patricia was the 9th of 10 children.

She is survived by her sons, Greg (Rani)...

Mar 17, 2025

Iron Mountain – Marita Christine Johnson, 71, of Iron Mountain, Mich., passed away peacefully on Monday, March 17, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

She was born on March 5, 1954, in Schweinfurt, Germany. She was the beloved daughter of the late Oliver Johnson and Elizabeth (Elsa) Woite.

Born in Germany, Marita immigrated...

Mar 13, 2025

Niagara- Thomas Edward Sweig, 64, of Niagara Wisc., passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Florence Health Services.

Tom, or more commonly known as "Sweiggy", was born on June 8, 1960 in Iron Mountain,

Mich., to Thomas, and Joan (Cowling) Sweig.

He was born and raised in the Niagara area where he...

Mar 6, 2025

Norway – Dianne M. Mashak, 65, of Norway, Mich., passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at her home.

Dianne was born on July 5, 1959, in Iron Mountain, Mich., to Joseph and Linda (LaFleur) Galeazzi.

She was raised in the area and graduated from Kingsford High School, class of 1977. She married her high...

Mar 1, 2025

It is with deep sadness that I, Darren Merhalski, announce the passing of my uncle, John Frank Merhalski, on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the age of 90.

John was born on May 6, 1934, in Florence, Wisc., the son of the late Frank and Norma (Cretors) Merhalski.

He was a proud graduate of Florence...

Mar 1, 2025

Naples, FL – Alexander Biolo, 88, of Naples, FL, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Avow Hospice, Naples, FL.

He was born on February 10, 1937, to Charles and Mary (Hnida) Biolo in Minneapolis, Minn. His grandparents were Alessandro and Lucia (Marchetti) Biolo, who had emigrated from northern Italy in 1901, through Ellis Island to...

Feb 26, 2025

Florence- Robert "Bob" Decker, 88, of Florence, Wisc., passed away February 26, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, Wisc.

He was born on March 15, 1936, in Kellnersville, Wisc., son of the late Edward and Emma (Stadola) Decker. Bob proudly served in the United States Marines and later became Commander of the Cato VFW, where he...