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Michael Shawn Curtin

ESCANABA - Michael Shawn Curtin, 71, passed away February 22, 2026 at LakeHouse in Escanaba, MI after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Mike was born November 16, 1954 in Laurium, MI. He was the beloved son of E. Gary Curtin and Mary Lou Studer-Curtin. Mike moved to Escanaba with his ...

Wayne W. Peterson

RAPID RIVER - Wayne W. Peterson, age 79, of Rapid River, MI passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, WI. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone. 

Judith Dawn Pomeroy

RAPID RIVER - Judith Dawn Pomeroy, of Rapid River, passed away on February 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Judith was born on February 28, 1953, alongside her twin brother, Joel, to Oswald and Dawn Hansen. She grew up in a large and loving family where her ...

Herbert John Stumpf III

RAPID RIVER - Herbert John Stumpf III, 58, of Rapid River, MI, passed away at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay, WI on Monday, February 16, following a brief illness, surrounded by family. He was a beloved husband, father, uncle and friend. Known for his corny sense of humor and unending ...

Jeffrey Scott Bizeau

GLADSTONE - Jeffrey Scott Bizeau, age 68, of Gladstone passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Jeff was born September 13, 1957 in Escanaba the son of Robert and Betty (Brown) Bizeau. He graduated from the Gladstone High School in 1975. Jeff worked for Canadian ...

Andrew A. LaForest

ESCANABA - Andrew A. LaForest, 37, of Escanaba, passed away Saturday morning, February 21, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. Listed among survivors include his wife, Sabrina, five children, and his parents. A celebration of life will take place on Friday, February 27th from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the USW Local 2-21 Union Hall, 1201 Sheridan Hall, 1201 Sheridan Road, Escanaba. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.