CRYSTAL FALLS — Janet Fruik Noel, 89, died peacefully at home April 9, 2025, surrounded by her husband Arthur D. Noel, daughter Maryanne and granddaughter Alyssa Crain. In respect of Janet’s wishes there will be no public visitation or funeral service. Burial will be at the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Crystal Falls. A private gathering will be held for family and close friends at a later date. Those who wish to make donations in Janet’s name may do so at the Pet Shelter of their choice. Relatives and friends may send their condolences to Maryanne Clark 127B East Palm Lane Phoenix Az. 85004
MARQUETTE — Sam Shudarek, 24, passed away on April 7, 2025, in Marquette. Born on Dec. 4, 2000 in Baraboo, WI, and was raised in West Bend, WI, the child of Todd and Bonnie (Wilson) Shudarek, Sam was loved by many. A memorial service will be held at Canale Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services at 526 N 3rd Street, Marquette May 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern time. Services will take place at 1 p.m. Eastern time with Fr. Greg Heikkala officiating. A reception will follow at the funeral home. Service will be live streamed for those friends and family members who are unable to travel. Donations in Sam’s memory may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) https://donate.nami.org, 414 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714 or The Trevor Project, P.O. Box 69232, West Hollywood, CA 90069 https://give.thetrevorproject.org. The Canale Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services is serving the family, where condolences may be expressed online at canalefuneral.com.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Helen E. Perry, 97, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 at the Iron County Medical Care Facility. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, April 25, at the United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls. A memorial service will follow at 12:30 p.m. at the church. Pastor DJ Rasner will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Iron County Cancer Unit or the Locker Lunches Program at area schools. Condolences to the family of Helen Perry may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services with the arrangements.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Dwaine “Dobie” Anderson, 73, passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 31, 2025, at Mariners Hospital in Florida. A visitation was held April 12, at the United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls followed by a funeral service. A luncheon and celebration of life were held at the VFW after the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in Dobie’s memory, honoring his legacy of love, service and devotion to his family and community. Condolences to the family of Dobie Anderson may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with arrangements.
IRON RIVER — Roy Koski, 70, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls. Visitation will be held April 18 from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. The West Side Veterans will accord Military Rites at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Roy Koski online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
CASPER, Wyo. — Alice Nanette Shamion, 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep March 25, 2025 with her daughter by her side. Alice was proceeded in death by her parents Walter and Norma Lindstrom, brother Lee, sister Karen and granddaughter Deanna. In lieu of flowers, the family would request that donations be made to Shriners in Alice's memory. Services were held at Newcomer Funeral Home, April 4, followed by reception at the C'mon Inn in Casper. To share a memory of Alice or leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook at https://www.newcomercasper.com/obituaries/alice-shamion.
CRYSTAL FALLS — It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David J. Symmonds at the Iron County Medical Care Facility. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. David left us on April 7, 2025. Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Margaret Padilla to officiate. David left behind a legacy of love, loyalty and laughter. May his memory be a source of comfort and inspiration to all who knew him. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River.
IRON RIVER — Michael E. Van Ackeren, 69, passed away April 4, 2025. He was born Easter Sunday, April 10, 1955, to Beverly and Edward Van Ackeren. Mike grew up the oldest of three children in Stambaugh. Visitation will be held Saturday, May 10, from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. The West Side Veterans will accord Military Rites before the service. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. with Deacon Terry Verville to officiate. The world has lost a man who craved knowledge, served his country with unwavering pride, relished time in the woods or at his home on the lake and loved his nieces and nephews as if they were his own children. To send online condolences and view the full obituary of Michael Van Ackeren, please go to www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com.. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Smith-Lemli-Opitz Foundation www.smithlemliopitz.org. Memorial Service arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River.
MARION, Iowa — Walter J. “Wink” Winkowski passed away peacefully at his home at the age of 81, Friday, April 4, 2025. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be given to the Family Caregivers Center, 9000 C. Avenue, Marion, Iowa or Oldorf Hospice House. Online condolences are welcome at www.iowacremation.com under obituaries.
IRON RIVER — James Edmund Jasicki, 84, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025. Jim was a member of the Iron River Congregation of Jehovahs Witnesses located at 175 Bates-Amassa Road, where his funeral service will take place Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 2 p.m. Connection using Zoom will be available for viewing the service. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hildebrand Funeral Home & Cremation Specialists, 24 E. Davenport Street, Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 54501, 715-365-4343. Everyone is invited to leave an online condolence at www.hildebrandrussfh.com.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Eileen Elaine Stebic, 89, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025. At Eileen’s request, private family services will be held. Condolences to the family of Eileen Stebic may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. Memorial donations may be made to the Northwoods Animal Shelter of Iron River. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with arrangements.
CASPIAN — James Roy Urban, 79, passed away at Aspirus Hospital in Iron River March 24, 2025. Private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River.
CASPIAN — With hearts both heavy and grateful, we celebrate the life of Delores “Dolly” Giuliani Watts, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who entered eternal life to reunite with her beloved Bob March 25, 2025. She left this world surrounded by the love of her family, just as she had lived her life—with grace, warmth and an unbreakable spirit. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 3, from 9 - 10:30 a.m. at Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Caspian with Fr. Michael Woempner to offer the Mass of Christian Burial. The Ladies of St. Anne's Society will form an honor guard at the service Interment will be in Stambaugh Cemetery in the spring. The family extends their deepest gratitude to the caregivers at the Iron County Medical Care Facility who walked this journey with them, providing not just care but love, dignity and compassion. In celebration of Dolly’s life, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the Iron County Medical Care Facility’s Diversional Therapy Program, ensuring that magic, fun and care continue to brighten the lives of the ICMCF community in her memory. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Delores “Dolly” Watts online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River.
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Nellie "Cookie" M. Wehner (nee Stebic) passed away peacefully Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the age of 82. Private Family Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to Zilber Family Hospice. Krause Funeral Home, 12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 53151 is assisting the family at this time.
IRON RIVER — Catherine J. Eskildsen, 95, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Iron River Care Center. A celebration of Catherine’s life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Catherine J. Eskildsen online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
IRON RIVER — William “Bill” J. Stewart, 77, formerly of Chicago, Ill., passed away Monday, March 17, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson in Iron Mountain. Services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be expressed to the family of William “Bill” J. Stewart online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
CRYSTAL LAKE, W.V. — Richard Henry Beck passed peacefully Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025 at United Hospital Center. Richard's family would like to recognize Brenda Shaver for her care and companionship during his illness. Family and friends were received at the Davis Funeral Home Feb. 20 until the time of the service later that day, with Biship Jackson Hamrick having officiated. Online condolences can be made at www.davisfuneralhomewv.com. . Davis Funeral Home is honored to serve the Beck family.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Daniel Attkisson, 70, passed away unexpectedly March 5, 2025, in Crystal Falls. There will be a celebration of life this summer. As Dan had a devotion and love for animals, recently adopting our Doberman Luca, donations may be made in his memory to the Northwoods Animal Shelter, Iron River. Condolences to the family of Dan Attkisson may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Joyce Arlene Zavada, 89, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025, at Aspirus Iron River Hospital, surrounded by her family. Visitation will be from 4 - 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 18 at the Nash Funeral Home in Crystal Falls. The funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19 at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Crystal Falls. Fr. Daniel Dapaah will offer the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in the spring. Joyce’s family wishes to thank the staff at the Iron County Medical Care Facility for the wonderful care she received the past five months. Also, thank you to the staff at Aspirus Iron River Hospital for their kind, considerate care while she was a patient there. Condolences to the family of Joyce Zavada may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.
FLORENCE, Wis. — It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Mary Grabski, 84, of Florence, Wis. and Gulf Shores, Ala. 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. A Visitation was held March 7 at Jacobs-Lundholm Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will take place 11 a.m., Saturday March 8, 2025 at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Florence. The graveside was held March 10 at St. Paul Catholic cemetery, Mosinee, Wis. Friends may leave condolences and tributes to Mary’s family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomes.com. The family has chosen Jacobs-Lundholm Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Florence to honor Mary’s legacy of life.