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Devon Donato

REDMOND, OR - Devon Donato passed away at the age of 50 on August 3, 2026. He was born on February 6, 1976, in Ishpeming, Michigan to Nicholas and Ann Donato. Devon had a genuine, tender heart, and loved people. Devon built a life on hard work, passion, and deep love. He proudly served in the military as a Marine for four years. He then embarked on a career as a licensed 01 Journeyman Electrician. Throughout his endeavors, he carried himself with a special charisma and sense of humor that people gravitated toward. These traits shone through as a father and hands-on parent who loved ...

Nathan Laksonen

ISHPEMING, MI - Nathan Thomas Laksonen, 65, of Ishpeming, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at UPHS – Marquette in the care of his loving family. Nathan was born January 12, 1961 in Ishpeming to Richard and Evelyn (Koski) Laksonen and was a graduate of Westwood High School’s ...

Donald B. Seagle

ISHPEMING TWP, MI - Donald B. Seagle, a long-time resident of Ishpeming Township, passed away on August 2, 2026. He was born July 14, 1942 in Portsmouth, Rhode Island to Charles W. Seagle and Alice (Purchase) Seagle. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve during his senior year of high ...

Steven Joseph Vanlerberghe

GWINN, MI – Steven Joseph Vanlerberghe, age 69, of Gwinn, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026. Steven was born May 11, 1957, in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, a son of Reynold and Grace (Hutchens) Vanlerberghe. He was raised in Marquette and graduated from Marquette Senior High School with the Class ...

Mary Louise Marx

MANISTIQUE, MI - Mary Louise Marx, age 88, of Hiawatha Township, Manistique, Michigan, began her next journey on August 15, 2026 while under Hospice care at the Schoolcraft County Medical Care Facility in Manistique. For a full obituary, please visit www.fausettfh.com or the Manistique ...

Fred E. Smith

RAPID RIVER, MI - Fred E. Smith, 85, of Rapid River, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. Fred was born on May 3, 1941 in Holland, MI, son to Clarence Gordon and Velma Hilma (Laakso) Smith. He was raised in Eben Junction, MI, where he ...