Thelma G. Doty
ISHPEMING Thelma G. Doty, age 89 formerly of 811 N. Pine St. Ishpeming died Thursday February 7, 2002 at the Bell Memorial Hospital in lshpeming.
Thelma was born September 7, 1912 in National Mine and was a life long area resident. She worked at the H. W. Gossard Co. as a seamstress for many years. She was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church of Ishpeming, Rebecca Lodge, Order of Eastern Star, Danish Lodge # 1 and the Ishpeming Senior Citizens Center Board.
Survivors include loving son Douglas (Sharry) Doty of Clarkston, MI; cherished grandmother of Jeremy & Jessica and dear friend to Ken, Shirley & Paul Wolven. She will be greatly missed by many dear friends & family.
She was preceded in death by her husband Fred, 7 brothers & 2 sisters.
Funeral services wil1 be held on Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 4:OOPM at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Ishpeming with the Rev. Thomas Lee to officiate. Burial will be in the Ishpeming Cemetery
Friends may call at the Bethany Lutheran Church from 3:00 PM until the time of services on Saturday.
Memorials made be made to the Bethany Lutheran Chureh Organ Fund in lieu of other expressions of sympathy.
The Bjork & Zhulkie Fuenral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ailie E. Junkkari
CHASSELL -- Ailie E. Junkkari, 89, a former resident of the Upper Pike River Road, Chassell, passed away Friday evening, February 8, 2002, at the Norlight Nursing Center in Marquette, where she had been a resident patient since June of 2000.
The former Ailie E. Savela was born in Chassell on April 4, 1912, a daughter of the late Elmer and Ida (Tuomela) Savela, and has resided for most of her lifetime in the Chassell area. She was a graduate of the Chassell High School.
In June of 1938, she was united in marriage to Arne Junkkari and he preceded her in death in 1977. Ailie had worked at Michigan Technological University in Houghton at the Memorial Union as a cook until her retirement. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church of Chassell.
Also preceding her in death was a son, Philip; her parents; one sister, Lila; and her brother, Wilmer. Surviving are one son, Kenneth (Gail) Junkkari of Marquette; three granddaughters, Stephanie (Adam) Rajala of Atlantic Mine, Valerie Junkkari of Marquette and Rebecca Shaw of Canada; two grandsons, Patrick (Naomi) Shaw of Canada and Eric Junkarri of Canada; several great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 11:00am in the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church of Chassell with Rev. Ted Koehl to officiate. Spring burial will be in the Chassell Cemetery. Friends may call from 10:00am until the time of services at the church on Tuesday.
Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider either Holy Trinity Lutheran Church of Chassell or the Norlite Nursing Center Activity Fund, 701 Homestead Street, Marquette, MI 49855.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Chassell is serving the family.
Daniel A. Larson
TEXARKANA, TEXAS -- Daniel A. Larson, 38, of Texarkana, Texas, died Monday, February 4, 2002 in a local hospital.
Mr. Larson was born September 9, 1963 in Ishpeming, Michigan. He was a former employee of Daniel Tire Co. and a member of South Texarkana Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Ahti Larson.
Survivors include his wife, Kimberly Larson of Texarkana; one step-daughter, Shelly Lynn of Texarkana; his mother, Stella Ark of Texarkana; one brother, Dale Ark of Texarkana; five sisters, Barbara (Larry) Rose and Eileen (James) Tidwell of Texarkana, Julie (Raymond) Seppanen of Marquette, MI, Nancy Bledsoe of New Orleans and Kathy Whistle of Queen City, Texas; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at Center Ridge Cemetery with the Rev. Travis Payne officiating. Burial was under the direction of Texarkana Funeral Home. Visitation was held at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of Texarkana, 803 Spruce St., Texarkana, TX 75501.
Else Juidici
HIGHLAND, INDIANA -- Else Juidici, age 75, of 3126 Glenwood St., Highland, IN, died on Sunday, February 10, 2002 at Community Hospital, Munster, IN following a brief illness.
Else was born January 11, 1927 in Manheim, Germany and was a Highland, IN resident for many years. She and her husband had lived in the Gwinn area for several years.
Surviving are her husband of 46 years, Egedio J. "Jitters" Juidici; one sister, Barbara (Fred) Kuminns of Germany; four brothers-in-law, Battista "Binda" Juidici of Negaunee, John (Carmen) Juidici of Ishpeming, Peter (Elaine) Juidici of Gwinn and Joseph Racine of Gwinn; six sisters-in-law, Mary Kemp of Negaunee, Toni Johnson of Negaunee, Geraldine Robare of Gwinn, Rena (Robert) Koskey of Negaunee, Ida Juidici and Merle Juidici, both of Gwinn; many nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00am on Friday at the Koskey Funeral Home with Rev. John J. Shiverski officiating. Burial will be in the Gwinn Cemetery. Friends may call at the Koskey Funeral Home from 4-7pm on Thursday.
Eugene R. Jacobson
WATTON -- Eugene R. Jacobson, 75, of Watton passed away suddenly at his residence Sunday, February10, 2002. He was born in Watton April 25, 1926, son of the late Einar and Hilda (Maki) Jacobson.
Eugene was a member of the Triniity Lutheran Church, Covington, a veteran of WWII, a life member of the VFW Post 8495, Covington, a 44-year member of the American Legion Post 3897, L'Anse. Mr. Jacobson attended school in Watton and was a lifetime resident. He worked as a miner until his retirement, and then worked for local loggers, most recently for the Younggren Farm and Forest Inc. Mr. Jacobson was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing, and also enjoyed the casino in his leisure time.
Mr. Jacobson is survived by 2 sons, Robert (Bonnie) Jacobson of Ishpeming, Michael Jacobson of Tuson, AZ, daughter, Julie Walker of Negaunee, grandchildren, Jeffrey, Jodi, James, aunts, Vera Maki and Julia Maki of Watton, special cousins, Sharon and Carey Maki and Connie and Will Priebe. Several other cousins also survive. He was preceded by his father in 1957 and his mother in 2000.
Funeral services for Mr. Jacobson will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday February 13, 2002 from the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse with Pastor Mark Reinsch officiating. Spring intermenty will take place in the Covington Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral chapel Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. until time of of service. The Covington VFW Post 8945 will conduct military honors for Eugene at 1:00 p.m., in the chapel. Following the funeral service, the family invites friends to join them for fellowship and refreshments in the Harrington Gathering room located at the funeral home. The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse is assisting the family with arrangements.
Helen M. Bonetti
ISHPEMING - Helen M. Bonetti, age 85, of 174 Superior St., Ishpeming, died Monday, February 11, 2002 at the Bell Memorial Hospital in Ishpeming.
Helen was born September 7, 1916 in Negaunee, the daughter of Alex and Lilliam (Young) Senobe. She was a graduate of the Negaunee High School, Class of 1934. She was a member of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, where she taught C.C.D. classes for many years. She was also a member of TOPS and the Paisano Club.
Survivors include two daughters, Bonita (Benedict) Bray of Ishpeming and Sandra (Bernard) Goodnight of New Port Richey, FL; a son, Louis J. Bonetti III of Appleton, WI; a brother, Everett Senobe of Marquette; seven grandchildren, Louis (Diana) Bray of St. Albans, WV, Kathleen (Terry) LaMere of Ishpeming, Christine (Don) Carriere of Champion, Gena (Gordon) Conradson of Ishpeming, Glen (Lilly) Bonetti of Fletcher, NC, Louis Wise of Spring Hill, FL and Stacey (Gerald) Dirksz of Holiday, FL; 12 great grandchildren; one great granddaughter; three step-grandchildren; and six step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Geno Bonetti in 1986; a grandson, Benedict Bray, Jr. in 1995; and a special aunt, Libby Guidebeck.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am on Friday, February 15, 2002 at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church with the Rev. Msgr. Peter Oberto to officiate. Burial will be in the Ishpeming Cemetery.
Friends may call from 5 until 8pm on Thursday at the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home, where a Parish prayer service will be held at 7:30pm.
Pallbearers will be Louis Bray, Glen Bonetti, Terry LaMere, Gordon Conradson, Don Carriere and Robert Wollney.
"The Broken Chain"
We little knew that morning, God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, You are always by our side. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.
Irma I. Salvador
ISHPEMING - Irma I. Salvador, age 86, of 713 E. Empire Street, Ishpeming, died Monday, February 11, 2002 at the Marquette County Medical Care Facility in Ishpeming.
Irma was born June 27, 1915 in Ishpeming to the late Frank and Ida (Lautamus) Gronvall. She was a life long area resident. Irma was a member of the Bethel Lutheran Church of Ishpeming. She worked at the H. W. Gossard Co. for several years.
Surviving are one son, Frank (Judy) Salvador of Ishpeming; one daughter, Mary Lou (Bernard) Kinsella lof Cheyenne, WY; one sister, Gertrude (Earl) Ayotte of Ishpeming; two granddaughters, Kris (Thomas) Beaupre of Duluth, MN and Laurie (Alan) Heikkinen of Ishpeming; and two great grandsons, Chad and Benjamin Maki of Ishpeming. She was preceded in death by her husband Mario in 1998; one daughter, Shirley Ann; one brother; and four sisters.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00am at the Bethel Lutheran Church with Rev. Lauri Maki to officiate. Burial will be in the Ishpeming Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Bethel Lutheran Church on Wednesday from 10:00 until the time of services.
The Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Terry B. Verley
KINGSFORD -- Terry B. Verley, 48, of 329 Maple St. Kingsford, Ml died Sunday, Feb. 10, 2002 of lung cancer at Dickinson Co. Memorial Hospital. He was born September 17, 1953 in Norway, Ml to the late Victor and Rose (Ciochetto) Verley of Quinnesec. At age 4, he moved with his family to Palmer, Michigan, where Terry grew up. He was 1971 graduate of Negaunee High School and attended Michigan Technological University. He returned to the Iron Mountain area in 1986 with his wife and sons.
He married the former Sally Zeutzius on July 22. 1978 in Iron Mountain. They would have celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary this year.
Terry enjoyed spending time with his sons and being at camp. He was an avid Packer and Red Wings fan. He had worked at the Cleveland Cliffs mines in Marquette County, had been a self-employed lumberjack, and since 1991 had been a truck driver with UP Special Detivery of Iron Mountain.
Terry is survived by his wife, Sally three sons, Benjamin, Matthew and William all of Kingsford. Three brothers, Ray (Darlin) Verley of Grafton, Wl Jerald (FIorence) Verley of Cotter, Arkansas and James (Judy) Verley of Vulcan, Ml A special Aunt Mary Ciochetto of Iron Mountain, his mother- in- law Evelyn Zeutzius of Iron Mountainhis father-in-law, Lyle Zetzius of Castle Rock, Colorado, his brother-in-law Alan (Deborah) Zeutzius of Albuquerque, NM and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother in 1996, his father in 1997, a brother Ronnie in 1953, and a brother Dale in 1999.
Visitation will be from 10-11:00am (CST), Saturday February 16 at the Erickson-Rochon and Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain. Memorial services will be at 11:00am Saturday at the Funeral Home Rev. Dr. Meredith Rupe will officiate.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Erickson Rochon and Nash Funeral Homeof Iron Mountain.
Aili Kauppila
NEGAUNEE - Aili Kauppila, 88, passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2002 at the Eastwood Nursing Center where she has lived for the past four years. She was a lifelong Negaunee resident, growing up in Palmer and living her adult life on Elm Street. Aili eventually moved to the Lakeview Apartments before aging concerns led her to Eastwood.
She was born Aili Makela on April 27, 1913, the eldest daughter of Selma (Tuominen) and Alba Makela. Aili married Harold Kauppila on Christmas Eve 1935. She and Harold owned Kauppila's Grocery on the corner of Teal Lake Avenue and US4 1, a forerunner of the present day convenience store. They retired together in 1975.
Aili was preceded in death by Harold in 1985 and their infant son, George, in 1946. She is survived by two sons, Ronald (Carla) of Temple, Texas and Don (Pat) of Marquette, her grandchildren, Paul, Kirsti (John Way), Zachary (Michelle), Anna and Eva, her beloved sister, Mamie Salmi of Negaunee, and nephew Tom (Susan) Salmi.
Aili was very active in her community, enjoying memberships and holding office in many organizations including; the Negaunee Woman's Club, Eagles Auxiliary, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Mary Circle, Negaunee Senior Center and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). She loved to be on the go with her sister Mamie, the two never apart by more than a couple of blocks. During the later years, much time was spent socializing with girlfriends.
Aili enjoyed her last years at Eastwood developing many friendships, particularly among the daily care staff. They loved "Smiley Aili" dearly and made her feel special with love and tender care.
Arrangements are being handled by the Perala Funeral Home with visitation on Thursday, February 14 at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. Services are scheduled for Friday, February 15 at 11 a.m. at the Immanuel Lutheran Church with visitation one hour prior to the service. Rev. Christine Thomas-Echelbarger will officiate. Burial will be in the Negaunee Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Immanuel Lutheran Church.
Pallbearers will be Michael Anderegg, Kenneth Morin, Don Rudness, Bruce Suardini, Gerry Suardini and Barry Sullivan.
Helen M. Bonetti
ISHPEMING - Helen M. Bonetti, age 85, of W. 174 Superior St., Ishpeming, and a resident of the Mather Nursing Center for the past 3 months, died Monday, February 11, 2002 at the Bell Memorial Hospital in Ishpeming.
Helen was born September 7, 1916 in Negaunee, the daughter of Axel and Lillian (Young) Senobe. She was a graduate of the Negaunee High School, Class of 1934. She was a member of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, where she taught C.C.D. classes for many years. She was also a member of TOPS and the Paisano Club.
Survivors include 2 daughters, Bonita (Benedict) Bray of Ishpeming and Sandra (Bernard) Goodnight of New Port Richey, FL; a son, Louis J. Bonetti III of Appleton, WI; a brother, Everett Senobe of Marquette; 7 grandchildren, Louis (Diana) Bray of St. Albans, WV, Kathleen (Terry) LaMere of Ishpeming, Christine (Don) Carriere of Champion, Gena (Gordon) Conradson of Ishpeming, Glen (Lilly) Bonetti of Fletcher, NC, Louis (Kelli) Wise of Spring Hill, FL and Stacey (Gerald) Dirksz of Holiday, FL; 12 great grandchildren; 1 great great granddaughter; 3 step grandchildren and 6 step great granchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Geno Bonetti in 1986; a grandson, Benedict Bray, Jr. in 1995; and a special aunt, Libby Guidebeck.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am on Friday, February 15, 2002 at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church with the Rev. Msgr. Peter Oberto to officiate. Burial will be in the Ishpeming Cemetery.
Friends may call from 5 until 8pm on Thursday at the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home, where a Parish prayer service will be held at 7:30pm.
Pallbearers will be Louis Bray, Glen Bonetti, Terry LaMere, Gordon Conradson, Don Carriere and Robert Wollney.
Judith A. Smith
HARVEY --Judith A. Smith, 60, of 2441 East M-28, Harvey, entered eternal life and found rest in the arms of her Savior, Tuesday morning, February 12, 2002, at Marquette General Hospital. Judy had been hospitalized since February 6, and her death came at the end of a valiant ten year battle with cancer. Judy was born August 25, 1941 in Marquette, a daughter of the late Abraham G. and Esther E. (Walin) Vashaw, and was a lifelong Marquette area resident. On February 25, 1958 she married William E. Smith, Jr and the couple soon set about establishing their home and raising a family, which would eventually include five children. Judy enjoyed her role as wife, mother, homemaker, and caregiver. She was an active member of the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, and her interests included cooking, baking, gardening, and working with her church group, WELCA (the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) where she often organized and assisted with bazaars, church dinners, and served on the funeral luncheon committee. Judy was known for her smile, welcoming presence, hospitality, and love of people. An outgrowth of her graciousness developed five years ago when she and Bill opened "Our Paradise Bed and Breakfast" in their home on the shores of Lake Superior. Through that venture, they were able to enjoy a variety of interesting and wonderful people that were guests in their "home away from home". A loving and devoted wife, mother, proud grandparent, and sister, she is survived by: her husband of over 43 years, Bill; four daughters, Peggy (Steve) Iery of Harvey, Deborah (Dave) Retaskie of Escanaba, Connie (Bob) Durham of Albany, OR, and Robin Smith of Marquette; a son, Mark Smith of Marquette; her grandchildren, Steven and Kelly Retaskie, Billy and Chris Iery, Brandon and Jared Smith, and Michelle Bales; a sister, Betsy (David) Pearson of North Pole, AK; a brother, Gerald (Marie) Vashaw of Marquette; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Vashaw. Friends may call at the Fassbender Funeral Home on Thursday, February 14, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm and also at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Harvey on Thursday beginning at 5:00 pm. Funeral services will be held in the church Thursday evening
at 6:00 pm with Rev. Chrys Levesque, pastor, officiating. A reception for family and friends will follow in the church fellowship hall. Inurnment will be made in the spring in the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Memorial Garden.
AFTERGLOW...I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one. I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when day is gone. I'd like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways, Of happy times, and laughing times, and bright and sunny days. I 'd like the tears of those who grieve to dry before the sun, Of happy memories that I leave when life is done.
Kevin M. Morell
SOUTH LYON, MI -- Kevin M. Morell, age 44 of 26247 Martin Dale Rd., South Lyon passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, January 20, 2002.
Kevin was born January 28, 1957 in Ishpeming to Emery Morell and the late Rita (Pope) Morell. He was a graduate of Ishpeming High School. He was working construction for a conveyor manufacturer.
Kevin is survived by his father Emery Morell of Negaunee, a sister Mary Ellen (David) Lerlie of Oshkosh, WI and a brother Dr. Ross J. Morell of Brighton, MI., nieces & nephews Jon & Jana Lerlie, Katie, Erik & Kristy Morell, along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. Kevin was preceded in death his mother Rita and a sister Margaret Morell.
A memorial mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday February 16, 2002 at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church with the Rev. Monsignor Peter Oberto officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ishpeming Cemetery. The family will receive friends & relatives at K/D Hall at St. Johns Catholic Church following the service. Arrangements are being handled by the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home.
Lorraine Marie Niemi
MUNISING -- Lorraine Marie Niemi, age 83, of Orchard Street, died on Saturday evening, February 9. 2002 at her home, having been in ill health the past two years. Lorraine was born on May 9, 1918 in Forest Lake. Michigan to the late Paul and Esie (Zimmerman) Opitz and she was lifetime Alger County resident. She worked at the Munising Plywood, the Munising Paper Company and she was also a homemaker. She married Ed Niemi on October 31, 1953. They were married over thirty-seven years belore he preceded her in death on December 20, 1990. She was a charter member of the Alger County Historical Society, the Women of the Moose, and lhe Munising Senior Citizens. Lorraine loved the outdoors, snowmobiling, and fishing.
She is survived by two sons - John Phillip Boucher of Marquette and Edward Paul Niemi of Munising: step-sons - William Niemi of Chatham and Leslie Niemi of AuTrain: and twelve step-grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Bowennan Funeral Home on Thursday. February 14, 2002 from 12 noon until the time of the service. Pastors Mary Beth and Kurt V. Kovanen will conduct the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home's chapel. Interment will
be at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising.
Bruno A. Vilona
ISHPEMING -- Bruno A. Vilona, age 80, of 369 W. Division St., Ishpeming, died Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at the Bell Memorial Hospital in Ishpeming.
Bruno was born May 11, 1921 in Simbario, Italy to the late James P. & Assunta (Tassone) Vilona. Bruno came to the United States at age 8. He resided in Chicago, IL for 1 year before moving to th U.P. in 1929. He attended St. John's Catholic School in Ishpeming. He later enlisted in the Civilian Conservation Corp. He was employed at camp Pore as a lead man planting trees and fire look out in Mass City, MI. He later worked at the Greenwood Mine for 2 years. He was a veteran of the Pacific Theatre, communications chief Hq. CO. 136 Infantry 33rd Division. He attained the rank of Staff Sgt. He later transferred to the 3177 signal battalion for special duty on Pacific Island from 1942 to 1945. After discharge he returned to Ishpeming to run the 20th Century Restaurant on Canda Street and the Tourist Club in Three Lakes, MI with his father James.
He married Helen E, Hinstala on August 27, 1949. He was employed with the C.C.I. Co. at the Cliffs Shaft, Mather B. Ore Improvement Plant until he retired in 1979 from the Empire Mine warehouse.
He was a member of St. John's Catholic Church & Ishpeming VFW 4573. He loved spending time at camp, hunting, fishing, picking mushrooms, vegetable and flower gardening.
He is survived by his wife Helen, 3 sons, James (Debora) Vilona of Ishpeming, Danny (Cathy) Vilona of Ishpeming, David (Theresa) Vilona of Pleasant Prairie, WI, 5 granddaughters, Tracy, Amy, Kristy, Monica & Tina, along with 1 great granddaughter, Breanna. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dominic in 1982.
A funeral mass will be held Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 2:00 PM at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Ishpeming. Burial will be in the Ishpeming Cemetery. Friends may call at the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home from 5 until 8 PM Friday. A parish wake service will be held at 6:30 PM Friday at the funeral home.
