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James Mark Martin

RAPID RIVER — James "Jim" Mark Martin, 72, of Rapid River, formerly of Iron Mountain, passed away peacefully on Aug. 2, 2026, while surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on May 14, 1954, in Iron Mountain to the late William and Alice Martin. Jim found joy in the beauty of the world around him. He loved anything that involved nature and the outdoors. He especially enjoyed fishing and spending time outside. He had a natural artistic ability and a special talent for gardening. Jim also had a tremendous love for animals, especially his beloved pets. They were more than animals to ...

Donna L. Mitchell Gross Francisco

BESSEMER — In memory of Donna L. Mitchell Gross Francisco, who rested in Jesus on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026, a memorial service will take place at 3:30 p.m. Eastern time Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Bessemer Seventh-day Adventist Church, 507 Cinnabar St., Bessemer.

Bertie Mahal

GRAFTON, Wis. — Bertie Lou Mahal, 81, a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, and faithful friend, passed away on July 27, 2026, in the wonderful care of Horizon’s Lawlis Family Hospice. Just as she lived her life, she left this world surrounded by the love of her family and ...

Gary L. Pangrazzi

IRON RIVER — Gary L. Pangrazzi, 83, of Iron River, passed away on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, at the Iron River Care Center. He was born on Jan. 3, 1943, in Stambaugh, the son of the late Louis and Helen (Yoki) Pangrazzi. He attended the Stambaugh Schools, graduating with the Class of 1960. Gary married Teresa Marcell on May 26, 1962, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Iron River. They celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary this year. He was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic for Schinella-Mottes Construction for many years. Gary was a member of Operating Engineer Local 324 and ...

Robert Paul

FLORENCE, Wis. — Robert Ray Paul, 78, of Spread Eagle, Wis., passed away Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, Wis. He was born July 18, 1948, in Stambaugh, son of the late Charles and Shirley (Jonaus) Paul. Robert grew up in Caspian and graduated from Stambaugh High ...

Shirley Panis

NIAGARA, Wis. — Shirley Mae Panis, 94, of Niagara, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, at Evergreen Assisted Living in Norway. She was born Nov. 22, 1931, in Norway, the daughter of the late Emil and Julia (Mikolajczyk) Enama. Shirley graduated from Norway High School in 1949, and ...