Cane Funeral Home

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country—those who never made it home, but whose legacy lives on in the families, communities, and freedoms they helped protect.

In our profession, we are reminded that behind every name is a story… a life filled with moments, relationships, and meaning. Today, we hold space for those stories and for the families who carry them forward.

We remember the sacrifice.
We honor the legacy.
We will not forget. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Laurie Lou Juopperi

Laurie Lou (Beck) Juopperi, 89, of Hurley, WI, was peacefully called to eternal life on May 15, 2026. Her daughters were at her side. Laurie was born on June 19, 1936 in Ontonagon , MI to the late Arthur and Irene (Waisanen) Beck. She graduated from Ontonagon Area High School in 1954, and went on to business school in Green Bay WI where she received a degree in accounting/bookkeeping. Following business school, she returned to her hometown and married Roger...

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05/20/2026

05/15/2026

Honoring those who serve today and every day. 🇺🇸This Armed Forces Day, we thank the men and women of our Armed Forces for their dedication, sacrifice, and service.

05/14/2026

Preston Elsner

Preston Elsner, born March 6, 1956, of White Pine passed away on April 9, 2026, in Duluth, MN. Preston graduated high school in Ontonagon as an honor student with a welding certification. He went to college with a scholarship to Northern Michigan University in Marquette where he received a Bachelor of Science degree. He majored in history and community education and recreation. In his younger years Preston worked as a welder and a carpenter. He was considered a "Jack of...

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05/12/2026

Kelly James Sullivan

Kelly James Sullivan, 53, formerly of Ontonagon/Rockland passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Kelly was born on April 14, 1973, to the late Donald C. Sullivan and Mary Ann (Bussiere) Owens. He was the youngest of their four children. He spent his early years growing up in Rockland, later moving to Ontonagon, before eventually landing in Phoenix, AZ. It is there that he married and started a family. Kelly had a sense of humor that left you grabbing...

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05/11/2026

Jack Pottala

Jack "Jacko" Pottala, Jr., 65, of Fairview Park, OH passed away May 2, 2026. Jack was born May 5, 1960 in Phelps, Wisconsin. He grew up on the family homestead in Kenton, Michigan and worked with his father logging for many years. He then traveled the United States on survey crews for gas pipelines and fiber optic cable before settling in Ohio with his wife Lois Hawkins doing maintenance at apartment complexes until his death. Jack loved spending his off...

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05/09/2026

Donald John Miilu

Donald Miilu, 90, passed away May 6, 2026. A celebration of Donald's life will be held and announced at a later date.

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05/08/2026

A mother’s love is something we carry with us—through every stage of life. This Mother’s Day, we honor the women who have nurtured, guided, and supported us in ways both big and small. We also recognize that for many, today is a time of remembrance. May the memories you hold bring comfort, and may the love you shared continue to surround you.

05/07/2026

Delores A. Dix

Delores Dix " Tootie ", age 90, of Greenland, passed away on May 6 following a brief illness. She had been a resident at the Gogebic County Medical Facility since April 2026. Delores was born on July 11, 1935, to Leon and Bernice (Wilson) DeHut. On June 19, 1954, she married Robert Dix, and together they built a loving home in Greenland, where they raised their two children, Mary Lou Dix (Anderson) and Robert Dix. Delores found great joy in...

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04/30/2026

Caring for this community is more than what we do—it’s an honor. Thank you for allowing us to be part of life’s most meaningful moments.