CRYSTAL FALLS — Wilma A. Kallies, 81, of Crystal Falls, passed away Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 at Aspirus Iron River Hospital.  Visitation will be held from 9 – 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at the church. Pastor DJ Rasner will officiate. A complete obituary will follow in next week's paper. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.

AMASA — Jeffrey Arnold Hansen, a carpenter and beloved father and grandfather, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 58 years old. A celebration of life will be held at the Horseshoe Bar in Amasa Friday, Nov. 20, beginning at 3 p.m. Stories, photos and condolences can be directed to the family by mail at PO Box 214, Amasa, MI 49903.Friends may leave condolences and tributes to Jeff’s family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomes.com.

RICHMOND, Va. — Georgia Lynn Keller, a beacon of light and laughter, was born Oct. 6, 1944, in Milwaukee, Wis. She peacefully departed this world Oct. 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at her home. In accordance with her wishes, a private funeral ceremony will be held for close family members. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Georgia's memory.

LONG LAKE, Wis. — William “Bill” R. Roberts, 90, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital holding the hand of his loving wife as he peacefully entered the gates of Heaven. A visitation was held Nov. 5 at the Jacobs Funeral Home in Iron River. A visitation was held Nov. 6 at St. Norbert Catholic Church in Long Lake. A Mass of Christian Burial followed with Fr. Anil Polumari having officiated. Interment in Long Lake Cemetery. The West Side Veterans accorded Military Rites at the graveside. Condolences may be expressed to the family of William R. Roberts online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

IRON RIVER — Michael “Mike” Sheehy, 84, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls. A visitation will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, from 9:30 - 11:15 a.m. at Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 a.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. Daniel Fosu to offer the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be in Resthaven Cemetery. The West Side Veterans will accord the Military Rites at the graveside. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to their favorite charity in Mike’s name. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Michael “Mike” Sheehy online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

NEWBERRY — Jo Ann Hautala, 84, passed away Thursday morning, Oct. 22, 2026, at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital. A gathering of family and friends took place Nov. 2, at the First Presbyterian Church. Funeral services celebrating the life of Jo Ann followed at the church with Pastor Melinda VanderSys having followed. Interment will take place at a later date at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for future designation in Jo Ann's loving memory. Condolences may be shared online at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com. Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family with arrangements.

CASPIAN — Ramona Ross, 97, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at Aspirus Iron River Hospital. Visitation was held Oct. 30 at the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. Funeral services followed at St. Agnes Catholic Church, with Rev. Daniel Fosu having offered the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment in Stambaugh Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Ramona Ross online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

CRYSTAL FALLS — Calvin “Cal” Soderberg, born Jan. 18, 1935, passed away Oct. 27, 2026, surrounded by the family who cherished him. Cal was 91 3/4. He insisted this 3/4 of a year was important — as he was almost 92!! Cal and his family extend their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Morel and the incredible team at Marshfield Medical Center–Dickinson Regional Cancer Center for their care and support. We also wish to express our gratitude to the Marshfield Medical Dickinson Home Health & Hospice team for their compassionate, professional and supportive care. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Calvin Soderberg to support the Dickinson Hospital Cancer Care Fund at Sanford Health-Marshfield Clinic. Gifts may be made online at sanfordhealthfoundation.org or mailed to Sanford Health Foundation - Marshfield Clinic, 1000 North Oak Avenue, 1R1, Marshfield, WI 54449. Please indicate "Dickinson Hospital Cancer Care Fund in memory of Calvin Soderberg" with your gift. Cal leaves us all with a legacy of kindness and we are all better people for having known him. A private family service will be held later. The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.

LA PINE, Ore. — Judith “Judy” Darrow (Pierantoni), 85, passed away Aug. 3, 2026. No memorial service is planned.

IRON RIVER — Carol A. Lamminen, 83, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 at Aspirus Iron River Hospital. Services will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Stambaugh Cemetery. Cards can be mailed to Carol Lamminen I/C of Jacobs Funeral Home, 405 West Cayuga Street, Iron River, MI, 49935 Condolences may be expressed to the family of Carol A. Lamminen online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

James R. Oberg, born July 3, 1952, in Stambaugh, passed away Oct. 19, 2026. Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 26, at Jacobs Funeral Home, with Pastor DJ Rasner having officiated. The West Side Veterans accorded Military Rites before the service.

IRON RIVER — Cornelius “Neil” J. Veeser, 87, passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at Florence Health Services, Florence, Wis. In accordance with Neil’s wishes, private services will be held at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Crystal Falls.  Friends may leave condolences and tributes to Neil’s family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomes.com. The family has chosen Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Crystal Falls, to honor Neil’s legacy of life.

CASPER, Wyo. — Norman Shamion passed away Oct. 10, 2026 at the age of 95, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family whose lives were forever shaped by his love, gift of laughter and kindness to others. Services will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home in Casper Thursday, Oct. 22 at 11 a.m. Reception to follow at the C’mon Inn. In lieu of flowers please donate to Natrona County Meals on Wheels in memory of Norman Shamion.

IRON RIVER — Michelle Jonette (McCarthy) Peterson, 42, of Iron River, passed away peacefully at her home Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026. She was born Oct. 26, 1983, and attended West Iron County High School. A visitation will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 – 11 a.m. at the U.P. River Church in Iron River. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11 a.m. with Pastor James Pellizzer and Pastor Ron Taylor to officiate. A luncheon and continued time of sharing will follow at the VFW Ottawa Post 3134. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Michelle Jonette Peterson online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

MARQUETTE — Daniel Charles Hinch, 73, formerly of Iron River, passed away Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, at his home in Marquette. Visitation will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. CST at Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with Pastor Liebenow to officiate. Interment will be in Stambaugh Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Daniel C. Hinch online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

IRON RIVER — Jean M. Mack, 72, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 17, at 3 p.m. at The Windsor Center in Iron River with Pastor Seth Waters to officiate. The Class of ’72 will host a time of sharing after the service. Interment will be at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Beechwood at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Iron County Cancer Society, PO Box 45, Iron River, MI 49935. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Jean M. Mack online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements are by the Jacobs Funeral Home, Inc. of Iron River. Iron River.

IRON RIVER — Anthony G. McGeshick, 61, passed away Monday, Sept.  28, 2026, in Boyne City. A visitation was held Oct. 2 at Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.  Funeral services followed with Minister Jill Albanys having officiated. Interment in Resthaven Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Anthony G. McGeshick online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

IRON RIVER — John W. Roberts, 70, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, at Aspirus Iron River Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Private family services were held. Condolences may be expressed to the family of John W. Roberts online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.

Timothy William O’Leary IV, 65, of Iron Mountain passed away on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. He was born in Milwaukee, …

IRON RIVER — Rebecca “Becky” L. Bigari, 70, passed away Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Private family services will be held. The family suggests memorial contributions in Becky’s memory may be made to Friends of Camp Batawagama at P.O. Box 482, Iron River, Michigan 49935. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Rebecca “Becky” L. Bigari online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.