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David A. AuBuchon

AURORA, Wis. — David Arthur AuBuchon, 65, of Aurora, Wis., passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2025, in his home with his beloved daughter watching over him. A visitation to celebrate David’s life will be held on Friday, May 9 from 3 until 6 p.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home-Niagara Chapel in Niagara, Wis. Friends may leave condolences and tributes to David’s family online at www.jacobsfuneralhomes.com. The family has chosen Jacobs Funeral Home-Niagara Chapel to honor David’s legacy of life.

Francis J. Boyle

CRYSTAL FALLS — Francis John Boyle, 82, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. He retired to Crystal Falls, in 2005 from Milwaukee. He is the son of late Cyril and Marcella Boyle, and he is survived by his wife of 52 years, Karen, and son, Brian Boyle. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.

Lucille R. DallaValle

KINGSFORD — Lucille R.KINGSFORD — Lucille R. DallaValle, 100, moved on to her eternal life peacefully and in the comfort of her Lord on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Lucy was born on July 15, 1924, on her family farm on Chapman Road in Niagara Township, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of the ...

Michael E. Van Ackeren

IRON RIVER — Michael E. Van Ackeren, 69, of Iron River, passed away on April 4, 2025. He was born on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1955, to Beverly and Edward Van Ackeren. Mike grew up the oldest of three children in Stambaugh. A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. with Deacon Terry Verville to officiate. Interment will be in Stambaugh Cemetery. The West Side Veterans and the US Air Force Honor Guard will accord Military Rites at the graveside. The world has lost a ...

Barbara Ermi

NIAGARA, Wis. — Barbara Joan Ermi, 89, of Niagara, Wis., passed away on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, at Maryhill Manor. Barb was born on Aug. 2, 1935, in Milwaukee. She was the second born daughter to Casmir and Marie (Pierzchalski) Durka followed by another sister and brother. Growing up in ...

Michael J. Scholke

FLORENCE, Wis. — Michael John Scholke, 43, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Thursday, April 24, 2025, following a courageous, five-year battle with cancer. Michael was born Sept. 26, 1981 in Iron Mountain, to Michael “Mike” and Dolores “Dee” Scholke. Michael ...