VULCAN — It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Paul “Stringbean” Opolka, 69, of Vulcan. Paul passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Pinecrest Medical Care Facility after a courageous battle with MS for over three decades. He was born on May 13, 1956, in ...

CRYSTAL FALLS — James B. McGregor, 88, of Crystal Falls, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the Iron County Medical Facility in Crystal Falls. Jim was born Oct. 19, 1937, in Crystal Falls, son of the late Joseph and Lillian (Mackie) McGregor. After graduating from Crystal Falls ...

LIMINGA — The family of Phyllis Gildersleeve invites friends and neighbors to join us in honoring her 90 years of life. Phyllis, born in Crystal Falls on Nov. 15, 1934, was a long-time resident of Liminga and Dollar Bay. She passed away on Sept. 28, 2025. Please join us to share stories and ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — John W. Lovato Sr., 83, of Iron Mountain, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls, surrounded by his family. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Nash Funeral Home of Crystal Falls.

FLORENCE, Wis. — James “Jim” Joseph Kunz passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 13, 2026, surrounded by loved ones after a brief illness. He was born on Sept. 18, 1940, in Ironwood, to the late Ed and Loretta (Nadolny) Kunz. Jim quickly developed a passion for hockey and ...

FLORENCE, Wis. — Terry Lee Michaud, 70, of Florence, Wis., passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026, at his home. He was born March 4, 1956, in Iron Mountain, son of the late Gerald and Rose (Jackson) Michaud. Terry grew up in Iron Mountain and graduated from Florence High School. He worked as ...