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John Edward Mantila
BARAGA -- John Edward Mantila, 92, of Baraga passed away October 9, 2001 at his residence following a short illness. He was born in Pelkie, MI on January 23, 1909 son of the late John and Sophia (Myllya) Mantila. He attended local schools and was a lifetime area resident. Ed married the former Barbara Spruce in L'Anse on May 6, 1944. Ed was a truck driver servicing the dairy industry, and had previously driven logging trucks. Ed was a member of the Mission United Lutheran Church, Pelkie. He was a former member of the F.O.E. Aerie Lodge #2287, L'Anse. Ed enjoyed fishing and farming. His favorite past time was dancing and listening to polka music.
Ed is survived by Barbara, his loving wife of 57 years; 3 sons, John (Gerry) Mantila of Baraga, James (Lisa) Mantila of Ishpeming, Carl Mantila of L'Anse, 3 daughters, Sylvia (Tim) Murray of Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Mavis Mantila of Minneapolis, MN, Kathleen Mantila of Alameda, CA, 5 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Jonathan, Sara, Emily, Kristin, sister, Ida Turpeinen of L'Anse. He was preceded by 2 brothers.
Funeral services for Mr. Mantila will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 12, 2001 from Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse with Pastor Dave Synder officiating. Interment will take place in the Pelkie Cemetery. the family will receive friends Thursday, October 11, 2001 from 6 until 9:00 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Friends are invited to join the family for a luncheon following the service in the Harrington Gathering Room located at the funeral home. The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L'Anse assisted the family with arrangements.
Tamara J. Rehse
LITTLE LAKE -- Tamara J. "Tammy" Rehse, 40, of 1859 E. First Street, Little Lake, died unexpectedly Sunday morning at Marquette General Hospital.
Tammy was born February 8, 1961 in Aitkin, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews and relatives in TX, and Lisa (Tony) Ombrello of Ishpeming; 2 sons - Mark (Colleen) Ulrickson of Sheboygan Falls, WI and Bruce (Jeri) Ulrickson of Granger, IN; a sister Evelyn (Marvin) Nadeau of Ishpeming; a sister-in-law Martha Ulrickson of Ishpeming; 13 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by a son Peter Ulrickson and a brother George Ulrickson.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday October 12, 2001 at the Bethany Lutheran Church with the Rev. Thomas Lee to officiate. Burial will be in the Ishpeming Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home from 5 until 8 PM on Thursday and from 10 until 11 AM on Friday at the Bethany Lutheran Church.
Memorials may be directed to the Bethany Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.
Bertha Johnson
SKANDIA -- Bertha Mary Johnson, age 94, of 115 Dalton Road, Skandia died Wednesday morning October 10, 2001 in the Norlite Nursing Center. She was born on October 16, 1906 in Chatham, MI to Leon and Adila (Montcalm) Viger.
She was an active member of the Skandia United Methodist Church and the Skandia Lioness Club. Bertha enjoyed crocheting, working in her garden, and attending community activities.
She is survived by her daughter Janet (Orval) Barnett of Skandia. Her son Les (Mary) Johnson of Skandia. Eight grandchildren and 17 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Carl in 1972 and a sister Florence "Toots" Ohlen.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 12, 2001 at 3:00 P.M. in the Skandia United Methodist Church with Reverend Charles West officiating. Friends may call at the church from 1:00 P.M. until time of services. Burial will take place in the church cemetery. Memorials to the Skandia United Methodist Church in her memory.
The Swanson-Lundquist Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Cecil Albert Bovan
AUTRAIN -- CeciI Albert Bovan, age 84, of 3306C Michigan in December of 1968. Cecil worked for the State of Minnesota, Evelyn O'Sullivan of San Leandro, CA, and Karen (Greg) Pruett of Edgerton, Michigan where the Alger County Veterans Council will conduct graveside services.
Charles Devonshire
MARQUETTE -- Charles T. Devonshire, age 88, of 222 South 5th St. died September 14, 2001 in the Norlite Nursing Center. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 13, 2001 in Park Cemetery with Reverend Mark Engle officiating. The Swanson-Lundquist Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Madge L. Haapala
MCMILLAN -- Madge L. Haapala, 76, of McMillan, died Tuesday evening, October 9, 2001 at her residence under the loving care of her family and North Michigan State Highway Dept. for 5 years before starting with CCI. Milton began work at the Mather B, later being transferred to the Tilden Mine where he drove Haul trucks and retired after 39 years of service. He was an avid sportsman and loved hunting and fishing as well as camping.
Milton is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Bonnie Emanuelson of Negaunee and Mrs. Jean (Robert) Lawrence of National Mine; 2 sons, Milton Hakkarinen Jr. of Marquette and Gary (Claudia) Hakkarinen of Green Bay, WI; a step-daughter, Mrs. Lori (Paul) Saari of Ishpeming; A sister, Mrs. Betty (Clyde) Mackinder; A brother, Paul (Cathy) Hakkarinen both from Aurora, Colorado; and a cousin, Mrs. Sally (Clyde) Pohlman of Ishpeming. Milton also left 17 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Patricia in 1999, grandaughter Molly Rae Hakkarinen, and step son Gary Spencer.
Arrangements are being handled by Racine Funeral Chapel of Ishpeming. At the request of Mr. Hakkarinen, there will be no visitation or service, with his burial in the Ishpeming Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to Rte. 1, 4661 US 41 West, Lot 26, Kona Lane, Ishpeming, MI 49849.
Bernice E. Hanson
MARQUETTE -- Bernice E. Hanson, 84, formerly of 1150 West Avenue, Marquette, entered
eternal life Wednesday afternoon, October 10, 2001, at the Marquette County Medical Care Facility in Ishpeming where she had resided since April 1999.
Bernice was born November 19, 1916 in Iron River, a daughter of the late Gustaf and Mary (Anderson) Anderson. She was raised in Iron River, graduating from the Iron River High School in 1935. She attended nurse's training at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago and in 1937 moved to Marquette. On May 3, 1939 she married Wilbur O. Hanson in Marquette.
Bernice was employed as a clerk at the Blue Link Party Store, the Shoe Bazaar, and Alexander's Party Store, later being employed at her husband's office at Pellow Roofing Company. She was an avid outdoorswoman who
enjoyed camping and fishing, as well as being active in square dancing and bowling.
Bernice was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Marquette and the Richard Jopling American Legion Post Auxiliary of which she was a lifetime member and past president. A loving mother, proud grandmother, and sister, she is survived by: two daughters, Darlene (Thomas) Auld and Sandra (Paul) Laine both of Gwinn; a son, Rodney (Susan) Hanson of Marquette; her grandchildren, Tracey (Carl, Jr) Pellonpaa, Jerald (Tawni) Just, Randall Just, Michelle Hanson, Michael Hanson and June Hanson; great- grandchildren, Ryan Barry,
Christopher Just, Marissa Hanson, Jonathon Just, and Nicholas Just; a sister, Gertrude Prosen of Gwinn; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In
addition to her parents, Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur, in 1990; and a sister, Marguerite Davison.
Friends may call at the First United Methodist Church on Saturday, October 13, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Funeral services will be held in the church on Saturday at 12 Noon with Rev. Ross Nicholson officiating. A reception for family and friends will follow in the church fellowship hall. Burial will be made in the Northland Chapel Gardens. The Fassbender Funeral Home is serving the family.
Donald L. "Curly" Swenor
MARQUETTE -- Donald L. "Curly" Swenor, 85, of 301 Genesee Street, Marquette, entered eternal life Wednesday afternoon, October 10, 2001, at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans following a lengthy illness. He had been a resident at the Jacobetti Home for the past two years. Don was born September 30, 1916 in Marquette, a son of the late Charles and Matilda (Beaudette) Swenor, and was a lifelong Marquette resident. He served in the US Army during World War II and was involved in the campaigns and battles of Algeria French Morocco, Naples Foggia, Rome Arno, PO Valley, and Northern Apennines. He was awarded the American Defense Service Medal, European African, and Middle Eastern Service Medal with One Silver Service Star and Bronze Arrowhead, and was honorably discharged on September 1, 1945 with the rank of Tec 4. On April 3, 1948 he married Shirley M. Carlton in St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette, and the couple began to establish their home and raise a family. Don was employed for over 30 years as a heavy equipment operator for the Lake Superior and Ishpeming Railroad, retiring October 1, 1976. He was a member of St. Peter Cathedral, and a past member of the Richard Jopling Post #44 of the American Legion and the Marquette Moose Lodge # 1059. Don was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, playing and watching baseball. He also enjoyed a good game of cribbage and bowling. Don was very devoted to his family, and especially happy when spending time with his grandchildren. A loving husband, father, proud grandparent, and brother, he is survived by: his wife of 53 years, Shirley; his daughter, Cheryl Swenor of Marquette; three sons, Donald (Kathy) Swenor of Grand Rapids, Scott (Lauri Weesen) Swenor and Brian (Barb) Swenor both of Marquette; his five grandchildren, Michael, Adam, Abby, and Trevor Swenor, and Jessi Weesen; a sister, Lorraine (Clyde) Slater of Harvey; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Jason and Jessica Swenor; three sisters, Isabelle Berry, Helen Ellis, and Betty Swenor; and five brothers, Leonard, Alphonse, George, Edgar, and Charles Swenor Jr. Friends may call at the Fassbender Funeral Home on Friday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Saturday afternoon, October 13, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Thomas Ettolil officiating. Burial will be made in the Park Cemetery. Honorary escorts will be: Emery Dorow, Mike Parker, Bob Fletcher, Albert Piasecki, and Ray and Russ Berglund.
A reception for family and friends will follow services at the Marquette Moose Lodge. The family would like to express special appreciation to the administration and staff of the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans for the compassionate care Curly received while residing there. The attention, surroundings, and friendships helped to fill his life with quality time.
Arvid "Jackpine" Korpi
ISHPEMING -- Arvid "Jackpine" Korpi, age 85, of Rt. 1 Box 71, Deer Lake Rd. Ishpeming passed away, Thursday, October 11, 2001 at his home under the care of his loving family & U.P. Home Health & Hospice.
Arvid was born on June 19, 1916 to the late Hilda (Wiipola) and Matt Korpi. He served in the Air Force and in the Army during World War II, serving in Germany. He married Anna Knorr on September 23, 1943. Before the service, Arvid worked as a lumberjack. After returning from the war, he work at Cleveland Cliffs for 32 years, retiring in 1978.
Arvid was an avid reader and loved his sauna. Arvid had 23 years of enjoyable retirement, spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and former member of the Kiwanis Club and Ishpeming ELKS.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Anna; 6 children; Matt D. (Judy) Korpi of Rhinelander, WI, Deedra Springston of Milwaukee, WI, Paul (Debbie) Korpi of Ishpeming, John (Therese) Korpi of Ishpeming, Peter Korpi of Ishpeming and Luke (Sherry) Korpi of Seabuck, WA, 1 brother, Matt Jr. (Barbara) Korpi of Ishpeming, 3 sisters; Kaarina (William) Lucas of Ishpeming, Ellen (Dewey) Tippett of Ishpeming and Hilda (Leonard) Santti of Marquette, 18 grandchildren; Shelly, Jon Paul, Heather, Amy, Carly Shea, Katie, Hannah, Liisa, Heather, Jeffrey, Jeremiah, Abigail, Kaitlin, Benjamin, Emma, Michael, Daniel, and Michelle, 9 great grandchildren; Rae Anna, Tara, Justin, Michael, Jonathan, David, Renee, Jordan & Josh, several nieces & nephews. Arvid was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and 2 sisters.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, October 15, 2001 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. James Challancin officiating. Burial will be at Northland Chapel Gardens.
Friends may call at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Monday from 10:00 am until the time of service.
Pallbearers will be Arvid's 5 sons, his grandson Jeffrey, Honorary Pallbearers will be Arvid's grandsons Jon Paul, Michael and Daniel.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation are asked to consider U.P. Home Health & Hospice, St. Vincent de Paul Society, or the Salvation Army.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home.
Charles J. Longrie, Jr.
SIDNAW -- Charles J. Longrie, Jr., age 74, of Sidnaw passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2001 at his home.
The funeral service will be held on Monday, October 15, at 1:00 p.m., at the Sidnaw United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the church. Rev. David Snyder will officiate. Burial will be in the Sidnaw Cemetery. The VFW Post 8945 of Covington will conduct military graveside services. The Jacobson Funeral Home of L'Anse is in charge of arrangements.
