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Carol Jean E. Sorensen

GLADSTONE — With grateful hearts for a life lived with devotion, humor, and unwavering love, the family of Carol Jean Elizabeth (Janisewski) Sorensen announces her peaceful passing on June 26, 2026, at Lakeview Assisted Living in Gladstone at the age of 91. Born on December 19, 1934, to Philip and Elizabeth Janisewski of Stanley, Wisconsin, Carol was the second youngest of 10 children and the last surviving member of her beloved family. On March 21, 1953, Carol married the love of her life, Richard “Rich” Sorensen and together they built a life grounded in hard work, ...

Kevin Flagstadt

ESCANABA — Kevin Arthur Flagstadt, 63, of Escanaba, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee. He was born on July 16, 1962 in Escanaba, son to Alan J. and Joanne (DeLaire) Flagstadt. Kevin was a lifelong resident of Escanaba, graduating from ...

Lowell Stefl

ESCANABA — Lowell Joseph Stefl (93) of Escanaba passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center in Appleton, WI. Lowell was born April 9, 1933, to Gladys Grace (LeClair) Stefl and Joseph Stefl. He grew up in the Escanaba area, living much of his life in ...

Kelly Ann Constantino

GLADSTONE — Kelly Ann Constantino, age 63, of Gladstone, passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family by her side on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Born on September 24, 1962, in Escanaba, Michigan, Kelly was the beloved daughter of Eli and Clara (Bingham) Constantino. She was raised ...

Harold Schermer

WELLS — Harold F. Schermer, 83, of Wells, passed away early Tuesday morning, June 30, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Judy; and children, Sue (Dave) Seymour, Bob (Rhonda) Schermer, and Holly (Brian) Flanigan. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, July 7th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The arrangements are in the care of the Crawford Funeral Homes.

Edward J. Piatti

KINGSFORD — Edward J. Piatti, 99, of Kingsford passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Pinecrest Medical Care Facility in Powers. Ed was born August 20, 1926, in Iron Mountain, MI, son of the late Joseph and Erminia (Romagnoli) Piatti. A 1944 Iron Mountain High School graduate, ...