CRYSTAL FALLS — Robert W. Salonen, 81, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, at U.P. Health System-Marquette surrounded by family and friends. Born Sept. 24, 1943, in Ironwood, Robert was the son of the late Wayne and Linda (Eerikainen) Salonen. He graduated from Bessemer High School with the class of 1961. He then earned a bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University and master’s degrees from both the University of Oregon and Northern Michigan University. Robert married Betsy Hale Aug. 24, 1968, in Gladstone. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary in 2024. He spent his career as a math teacher for West Iron County Public Schools from 1965-1996. After over 30 years of teaching, he found enjoyment working for George Young’s Golf Course on the grounds crew. Robert was an active member of Christ United Methodist Church in Crystal Falls where he was the chairman of the PPRC Committee. He volunteered on the National Ski Patrol for 60 years spending most of that time with the Ski Brule Ski Patrol. Robert was also a member of Friends of Camp Batawagama and the Crystal Falls Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed many hobbies including golfing, hunting, fishing, skiing, reading and spending time with his family. He was often overheard talking fondly about his grandchildren and their achievements. Robert is survived by his wife, Betsy; daughters, Amy Hines of Traverse City and Christy (Jeff) Provost of Marquette; sister, Sue (Richard) Sigel of Knife River, Minn.; grandchildren, Joey and Haley Provost and Jeff and Taylor Hines (Chad Bruce); and extended family and friends. Visitation will be held Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10-11 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church in Crystal Falls. Memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. with Pastor Vicky Prewitt to officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Friends of Camp Batawagama http://www.friendsofcampbatawagama.com or The Christ United Methodist Church in Crystal Falls. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Robert W. Salonen online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
KINGSFORD — Walter E. Alm, 73, passed away Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, at his home. In accordance with Walter’s wishes, private family services will be held. Donations for Walter may be made to the Cancer Closet in his memory. Friends may leave condolences and tributes to Walter’s family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomes.com. The family has chosen Jacobs Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Iron Mountain, to honor Walter’s legacy of life.
LONGWOOD, Fla. — David Michael Brunner, dearest brother, son, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, left this world Aug. 11, 2025. Memorial donations may be made to alleycat.org or PO Box 7617, Merrifield, VA 22116-9519 in memory of David Michael Brunner. Private services to be held at a later date in Indiana.
IRON RIVER — Paul J. Van Minsel, 61, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. Private family services will be held. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Paul J. Van Minsel online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Karrie Ann (West) Fabri died unexpectedly in her sleep June 27, 2025, at her home. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nash Funeral Home in Crystal Falls. Memorial services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Vicky Prewitt officiating. Her final place of rest will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Crystal Falls, per her wishes. Condolences to the family of Karrie Fabri may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.
LITITZ, Penn. — David L. Swanson was born in Stambaugh March 11, 1942. The oldest in a family of five children, Swanson grew up competing in sports and reading encyclopedias. Swanson leaves behind his wife, Linda; daughter, Ana and her husband, Michael, and their son, Oskar living in Lancaster; and son, Jonathan, who lives in Greensboro, N.C.
IRON RIVER — John V. Harriman, 66, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, at Aspirus Iron River Hospital. Private family services will be held. Condolences may be expressed to the family of John V. Harriman online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
IRON RIVER — It is with heavy hearts our family shares the peaceful passing of Duane Peter Rule, 82, of Iron River, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Aspirus Hospital in Iron River. Memorials may be sent to the Upper Peninsula Honor Flight in honor of Duane “Pete” Rule. In accordance with Pete’s wishes, no formal services will be held. Friends may leave condolences and tributes to Pete’s family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomes.com. The family has chosen Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Crystal Falls, Mich., to honor Pete’s legacy of life.
CRYSTAL FALLS — While surrounded and comforted by her loving husband and children, Cynthia Ann Kreider, 62, was called home by her gentle and merciful Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, Aug. 4 at the University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, Ky. The journey to her eternal rest, though untimely for us, was according to the perfect will of the Good Shepherd, whom she followed with devotion. No longer in the dark and deep valley, she now resides in the greenest of pastures and near the stillest of waters in the Shepherd’s Rest. A memorial service for Cindy is planned for Saturday, August 23 at 1 p.m. at Lakeview Bible Church, 1211 S. US HWY 2, Crystal Falls, MI 49920.
LANSING — Steven John Sarder, known on stage as "Word E Smith," passed away Aug. 5, 2025, in Lansing, surrounded by the deep love of his family and friends. A private family and friends service will be held Aug. 30, at Bates Township Cemetery. A memorial celebration in Lansing will be scheduled and announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to your local animal shelter—a reflection of Steve's lifelong love for animals.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Arlene E. Peterson, 80, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, at the Iron County Medical Care Facility. Burial and graveside services will be held Friday, Aug. 15 at noon EST, 11 a.m. Central Time, in Marquette’s Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Christ United Methodist Church, 20 S. 5th Street, Crystal Falls, Michigan 49920, in Arlene Peterson’s memory. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home of Crystal Falls with arrangements.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Michael Patrick Peterson, “Kikey”, 67, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, at his home. Visitation was held Aug. 8 at the United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls. A memorial service followed at the church. Rev. Lance Crevier officiated. Condolences to the family of Mike Peterson may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.
IRON RIVER — Jere F. Fritsche, 82, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, Wis. Private family services will be held. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Jere. F. Fritsche online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
IRON RIVER — IRON RIVER — Donald J. Hebert, 87, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson. Visitation will be held Friday, Aug. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 1 p.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. Daniel Fosu to officiate. Interment will be in Resthaven Cemetery. The Donald Hebert family would like to thank Marshfield Medical Clinic-Dickinson, Aspirus, Mayo, Iron County Medical Care Facility, Dr. Han, Jill Nocerini NP, Tanya Davis, Pete Ryan and Cathy Hartenstein and Staff, and friends and family. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Donald J. Hebert online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements are by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Mary Etta Mindock, 68, died unexpectedly at her home July 5, 2025. Mary Etta was born in Crystal Falls to Joseph and Adah Mindock. She graduated from Forest Park High School in 1975 and went on to attend Northern Michigan University. Mary lived in Crystal Falls and Marquette before settling in the Portland, Ore. area. A private family remembrance will be held and she will be laid to rest at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Crystal Falls. To send a condolence or sign the online guestbook go to https://www.tualatinvalleyfa.com/.
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — Robert Charles Eliasson, 95, formerly of Desert Hot Springs, Calif., passed away July 17, 2025, at the Gables of Ammon, Idaho. He was under the care of Enhabit Hospice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.com or whenever you’re out golfing or trying to catch a fish.
IRON RIVER — Lorraine A. Meinhardt, 98, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at Aspirus Iron River Hospital. Private family services will be held. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Lorraine A. Meinhardt online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
MENOMINEE — Eve I. Rawnick, 93, passed away July 29, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center Bay Area in Marinette, Wis. The family will hold a celebration of life this fall; details will follow. Interment will be in Resthaven Cemetery, Iron River. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Eve I. Rawnick online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
HOWELL — Dorothy "Dot" Leone Barnett, 88, formerly of Crystal Falls, passed away July 22, 2025. Born Nov. 28, 1936, Dorothy dedicated much of her life to the nursing profession, providing care and comfort to many throughout her career. Dorothy's life was marked by her resilience, kindness and the deep bonds she forged with those she loved and cared for. Her legacy will be cherished and remembered by all who knew her. No memorial at this date.
CRYSTAL FALLS — Dell Siler, beloved husband of Lorraine (DeGanton) Siler, father of Marti Siler, Matthew (Steph-anie) Siler, Lee (Stephanie Jo) Siler, brother of Lynn (Siler) Garcia, passed away July 21, 2025, at the age of 82. To honor Dell’s wishes there will be no funeral service. If you care to honor his memory please make a donation to North Woods Animal Shelter, 930 Selden Road, Iron River, Michigan 49935 or Iron County Medical Care Facility, 1523 US-2, Crystal Falls, Michigan 49920. The Siler family is profoundly grateful for the excellent, compassionate and professional care received from the staff at the Iron County Medical Care facility. Condolences to the family of Dell Siler may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.