Obituaries - Keweenaw Report (2024)

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Obituary: James M. Dunstan

As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: James M. “Chops” Dunstan, 61, a resident of Dodgeville, passed away passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay following a short illness. The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Hanco*ck Chapel is …

Obituary: James Owen Plough

As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: James Owen “Jamie” Plough died on June 19th 2024, at home in Milwaukee, at the age of 77, from natural causes. He grew up in Houghton, MI, son of Robert and Elma Plough, and graduated from Houghton High School in 1965. …

Obituary: Michele Christi Mili

As received from the O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home: Michele Christi Mili, 53, of Hanco*ck and owner of Radiance Salon in Houghton, passed at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit on Sunday, August 18, 2024 after a short illness. The O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home in Hanco*ck is assisting with the local arrangements.

Obituary: Johanna Axford

Obituary: Victor Watia

As received from the O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home: UPDATE: Graveside services with military honors conducted by the Copper Country Veterans Association will be held a 1:00 P.M. on Friday, August 23, 2024 at Lakeside Cemetery in Hanco*ck at Section 12. Chassell: Victor Watia passed away from heart related issues on Saturday, …

Obituary: Mary Lee Nordstrom

Chassell Mary Lee Nordstrom made her grand entrance to Heaven today, August 18th 2024, at 8am just before the “Oldies” started playing on WMPL 107.3. Mary Lee was 79. She was born at home in Portage Entry, Chassell, MI. She was the 5th child of Henry and Lili Tormala (both …

Obituary: Nancylu Arola

As received from the Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home: Nancylu (Olds) Arola, 85, a resident of Stanton Township passed away peacefully at Omega House on Saturday, August 17, 2024. She was born October 21, 1938 to William and Lorraine (Anderson) Olds in Laurium. Nancy attended the local schools and …

Obituary: Yvonne M. Veeser

As received from the O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home: Yvonne “Vonnie” M. Veeser, 97, a longtime Hanco*ck resident and more recently of Milton, Wisconsin to be near her daughter, passed away on August 16, 2024 in Milton. She was born on July 15, 1927 in Escanaba, Michigan to the late Gustaf and …

Obituary: Darlene E. Siekas

As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: Darlene E. Siekas, 98, a resident of Arbor Green in Houghton and former Tapiola resident died at Omega House on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, following a short illness. Darlene E. Siekas, 98, a resident of Arbor Green in Houghton and former …

Obituary: Raymond C. Saarinen

As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: The Bluff’s Houghton resident, Ray Saarinen, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024, at UP Health System-Portage following a short illness. Ray was born in Pelkie on March 7, 1933, the son of the late Oliver and Hilda Saarinen. He was a …

Obituary: Khris Douglas Parkkila

As received from the Ryan Funeral Home: Boston Location – Khris Douglas Parkkila age 61, passed away on August 12, 2024 at his home in Boston Location. Ryan Funeral Home is serving the family.

Obituary: Mabel Sorvala

As received from the Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home: Mabel Sorvala, age 88, a resident of Laurium, Michigan passed away on Wednesday August 14, 2024 in Calumet, Michigan. Private family services will be held. The Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online …

Obituary: David Martin Hall

As received from the Pearce Funeral Home: David Martin Hall, age 71, passed away peacefully in his sleep on 10 August 2024. He is survived by his wife, Dana Van Kooy, his son, Dillon Hall, and his wife, Haley Hall, his mother, Camille Carstens, his two brothers, Brad and Bob …

Obituary: Edwin R. Maki

As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: Edwin R. “Eppie” Maki, 88, a resident of Elo, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Bayside Village in L’Anse. Edwin was born on December 29, 1935, in Elo, son of the late Leonard and Sophie (Autio) Maki. He was raised …

Obituary: Gordon Borsvold

As received from the O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home: Gordon Borsvold, 89, of rural Osceola Township, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. The O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home of Hanco*ck has been in charge of his natural burial arrangements.

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Concluding Message

In the conclusion of the obituary, special requests may be made such as, “in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to…” or “Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at General Hospital for…” Some families make the final line a dedication honoring their loved one.

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What are the differences between death notices and obituaries? ›

An obituary is more personal and is a form of a tribute to the deceased. Unlike a death notice that has general information like the name and date of death, obituaries have a personal touch and are usually referred to as a small biography.

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What does a good obituary look like? ›

Obituary Example: Announcing the Funeral. [Full name], [age], of [where they lived], sadly left us on [date of death] due to [cause of death]. They leave behind [list of surviving family members]. A service will be held in their honor at [time] on [date] at [location].

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How do I find a death notice in Michigan? ›

ObitMichigan.com is dedicated to delivering immediate, up-to-date information on obituaries 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to families and friends in Mid-Michigan.

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What is the best opening line for an obituary? ›

“It is with great sadness that the family of (deceased name) announce (his/her) passing….” “(Deceased name) will be sadly missed by ….” “Fondly remembered by….” “Forever remembered by….”

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What not to put in a obituary? ›

When writing an obituary, leave out details that could be used for identity theft, such as the deceased's date and place of birth, middle name, maiden name and mother's maiden name. And don't include the deceased's home address.

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What should be left out of a obituary? ›

In most cases, obituaries do not include the names or nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, or in-laws unless they were close to the deceased. Grandchildren are sometimes listed but often numbered instead (…he leaves behind 5 grandchildren).

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How do I end an obituary example? ›

At the end of an obituary a special message is sometimes found, such as 'in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to..' or 'Special Thanks to the staff at General Hospital for..' or 'We will always carry your memory in our hearts'. Sometimes a short prayer or a line from a poem is placed at the end.

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Do you have to disclose a death in a house in Michigan? ›

Do you have to report a death in your home while selling real estate in Michigan? There is no duty to disclose death in Michigan. The state specifically list murder and suicide as examples on non-disclosure.

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Are death notices public record in Michigan? ›

Death records are open to the public.

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How to find out if someone has died in Michigan? ›

Contact the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Vital Records and Health Statistics, Vital Records Requests, P.O. Box 30721, Lansing MI 48909, or call 517-335-8666. Order forms are available online on the MDHHS website, too. Contact the county clerk in the county where the event occurred.

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What are examples of final wishes? ›

– Your last wishes can include anything you want, including funeral or cremation preferences and plans, body disposition preferences, obituary information, messages to your loved ones, requests for your final days, and personal information like where your will is.

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What are examples of closing words at a funeral? ›

If you're unsure how to end your eulogy, finish with a simple goodbye, or a thank you for the memories you shared. You might choose to use traditional phrases like 'rest in peace' or 'sleep well'. Or you can use something less formal, like a greeting or joke you used to share with the person who has died.

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