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Diane M. Bastone

MARQUETTE, MI - Diane Maria Bastone (nee Fedkoe), 82, originally of Pittsburgh, PA, lately of Marquette, MI passed away under care at Mill Creek Memory Care on August 15, 2026. Diane was born in Pittsburgh’s South Hills to Marion (nee Kelly) and Walter Fedkoe. She attended school at St. Canice before studying Social Work at Steubenville University and later the University of Pittsburgh. She went on to have a long career in social work with the Veteran’s Administration Hospital on Highland Drive. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, brother Tom, sister Mary Ann, and husband ...

Alex Williamson

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Alex James Williamson, 37, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2025. Alex was born on June 21, 1988, in Marquette, Michigan, to Lori and Donald Williamson. He graduated from Marquette Senior High School in 2007 and continued his education at ...

Donald LaForest

NEGAUNEE, MI - Donald Arthur LaForest passed away peacefully at his daughter and son-in-law’s home September 1, 2026 after celebrating his 88th birthday one day prior. Don was born August 31, 1938 in Ishpeming to Arthur and Aune (Aho) LaForest. He was proud of his Finnish heritage, learning ...

Roy G. Kemppainen

REPUBLIC, MI - Roy G. Kemppainen, age 87, longtime Republic resident, passed away on Sunday June 14, 2026 at UP Health System Marquette, while in the loving care of his family, and hospital staff. Roy was born in Mass City, MI on December 15, 1938, son of the late Edward Kemppainen and Aili ...

John C. Asplund

LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ - John C. Asplund, 87, Lake Havasu City, AZ, formerly of Marquette, passed away Saturday, Aug. 30. He was employed for over 40 years by O.K. Auto Supply and Auto Value. He is survived by his wife Bonnie (Hill), 3 sons Steven (Yvette), Dale (Michele), and Keith, 3 grandchildren Zack (Gigi), Emma and Jessica, and 2 great-grandchildren Louis John and Camille. Burial will be next spring in Ishpeming, MI.

Michael L. Barry

MARQUETTE, MI - Michael L. Barry, 78, of Marquette, passed away on August 24, 2026, at U.P. Health System–Marquette. Michael was born on March 23, 1948, in Marquette to Harris M. and Ilona R. Maki. He was a graduate of Marquette Senior High School. Following high school, Mike enlisted in ...