MUNISING, MI - Sharon Parkkila of Munising passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, at Transitions Assisted Living in Gladstone with her granddaughter by her side. Born on June 28, 1946, in Ishpeming, Michigan, Sharon spent her early years in Little Lake and Rock, growing up as the eldest ...
GREEN BAY, WI - Mary Kay Ranta, 81, & James "Jim" Ranta, 82, passed away three weeks apart—Mary Kay on August 31, 2026, & Jim on September 16, 2026. MARY KAY was born August 1, 1945, in Michigan's Upper Peninsula & was adopted by Fred & Mary Winter. She lived life in her own way. Early in ...
VERO BEACH, FL - Meredith C. Walgren, M.D., Ph.D., of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away suddenly on September 28, 2026, at the age of 70. She was born in New Haven, Connecticut. A physician, psychiatrist, researcher, and scholar, Meredith devoted much of her professional life to medicine and ...
CRESTVIEW, FL – Beatrice Melanie (Robare) Zick, age 81, of Crestview, Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. She was born May 22, 1945, in Ishpeming, MI, to Lawrence “Buster” and Violet Robare. Beatrice was a graduate of Ishpeming High School. Throughout her ...
MARQUETTE, MI - Darlene Rae Turner, 82, of Big Bay, passed away surrounded by family and friends on October 6, 2026. Darlene's family was at the heart of everything she did. She always thought of others before herself and would do anything for those she loved. Her generosity, strength and care touched the lives of many. A pillar in the Big Bay community, Darlene served as a deacon at the Presbyterian Church and worked for the township for over twenty years, including twelve years as township supervisor. She was an accomplished cook and entrepreneur with countless talents and a gift for ...
ISHPEMING, MI - Robert B. “Butch” St. Amour, age 81 of Ishpeming, passed away on October 1, 2026, at his home while in the loving care of his wife, and Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice. Butch’s family will greet relatives and friends at the Bjork and Zhulkie Funeral Home on Friday October 9, 2026, from 3:00 PM until 4:00 PM with food being served throughout. A memorial service will follow at 4:00 PM with Rev. Tim Johnston officiating. Military honors will be accorded by the UP Honor Team. Butch’s obituary may also be viewed at bjorkandzhulkie.com where relatives and friends ...
