Ross Collection Obituaries From the MINING GAZETTE Surnames beginning with D Copyright (c) 1998, 1999 by Dick and June Ross. This copy contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives. USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, data may be freely used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by other organizations. ______________________________________________________________ Dick and June extracted all the following obituaries from the MINING GAZETTE and they have been transcribed by various volunteers for the Houghton Co., MI USGenWeb Project. ______________________________________________________________ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: October 31, 1926 Decedent: Mary DALY Headline: MISS MARY DALY DIES EARLY SUNDAY MORNING Miss Mary Daly, daughter of the late John Daly, passed away in houghton early Sunday morning following a lengthy illness. Funeral Services will be held from the St. Ignatius church, Houghton, at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning, the Rev. Fr. Rezek officiating. Interment will be in Forest Hill cemetery. Transcribed by:Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: February 3, 1922 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Augusta DANBOM DEATH OF A REAL PIONEER Mrs. Augusta Danbom Had Lived here Since 1870. Mrs. Augusta Danbom, 73 years of age, widow of the late August Danbom, died Wednesday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. August Franquist, 563 Cedar street, Blue Jacket, after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Danbom was born in Sweden and had been a resident here since 1870. She was one of the first Swedish women to settle in the city. She was one of the district's esteemed pioneers and her death has been the cause of much regret among her numerous friends. Mrs. Danbom is survived by the following children: Mrs. Franquist of Calumet, Mrs. Victor Strand of St. Paul, Ernest of Seattle, George of St. Paul, Arthur of Flint and Edwin of Calumet. Eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Franquist residence, Rev. Bomgren will officiate and burial will be in Lake View. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: September 9, 1921 Decedent's Name: Mrs. J. M. DANIEL DEATH OF MRS. DANIEL Mrs. J. M. Daniel of Lake Linden passed away Friday. She was 89 years of age, born in Canada and had been a resident of this village for almost a half century. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning from St. Joseph's church to Mount Calvary cemetery, the Rev. Fr. Raymond officiating. Surviving the deceased are a son, Edmund, and one daughter, Miss Georgiana. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ The Mining Gazette Date: December 17, 1922 Decedent: Sarah DANIELL Headline: Mrs. Sarah DANIELL Passes Resident of Copper Country for 45 Years Died Yesterday Mrs. Sarah DANIELL, 70 years of age and a Copper Country resident for the past 45 years, died yesterday afternoon at her home on Hecla street, Laurium. The deceased was born in England and came to this country about a half century ago. She is survived by two sons and one daughter, George of Calumet, Harry and Mrs. Ernest MORRIN of Detroit. Funeral arrangements are incomplete pending word from relatives in Detroit. Transcribed by: Jacquie Sherrer ------------------------------------------------- Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Sept 11, 1923 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Susan DANIELL Mrs. Susan Daniell, Pioneer, Is Called Mrs. Susan Daniell, esteemed copper country pioneer, died Sunday morning at the family home at Third and Pewabic streets. While she had been ailing for upwards of a year, her condition did not become critical until a week ago when she was stricken with paralysis. Mrs. Daniell was born in England, Oct. 11, 1849, and came to Keweenaw with her parents when she was three years of age. In 1869 she was united in marriage to the late John Daniell whose death occurred about twenty years ago and the family remained in Copper Falls until 1876 when they moved to Osceola. A few years later they came to Calumet and made their home here since. A boundless love for humankind which expressed itself in helping unfortunates made beautiful the life of Mrs. Daniell. Families that had met with adversity were the special objects of her loving sympathy and her benevolence was bestowed without ostentation. Surviving are three sons and three daughters. They are Joshua and John of Laurium; Richard Ernest of Los Angeles, California; Mrs. J. A. TenBroeck of Oregon; and Mrs. L.A. Farnham of Pontiac, Mich; and Mrs. C. W. Pratt of Laurium. A sister, Mrs. Elizabeth White, and a brother Richard Edwards, both of Laurium also survive. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 from the residence. Rev. P. C. Bailey of Christ church, Episcopal, officiating. Burial will be in Lake View. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: October 13, 1928 Decedent's Name: Edward DAVEY Edward Davey, Well Known Resident of Hubbell, Summoned Edward Davey, aged 66, well known resident of Hubbell, passed away at his home in this village for the last 37 years, coming here from Franklin. He was a member of Lake Linden lodge of Odd Fellows. Surviving are the widow, four daughters, Mrs. Mose Gadoun of Seattle, Mrs. E. H. Kimling of Oak Park, Ill., Mrs. Joseph Chaplan of Tamarack Mills and Miss Frances at home, and two sons, Clarence and Schuyler at home. Three step daughters, Mrs. O. B. Patterson of New York city, Mrs. Edgar Trebilcock of Milwaukee and Mrs. Truman Kimball of Hubbell, and three stepsons, James R. Bree of Butte and Richard Bree of Hubbell, also survive. Arrangements for the funeral are incomplete. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: May 28, 1919 Decedent's Name: John N. DAVEY PIONEER COPPER COUNTRY RESIDENT PASSES AWAY John N. Davey, one of the pioneer settlers of the Copper Country, passed away yesterday morning after a brief illness. The deceased was born at Tywerdreath, Cornwall, England, on April 17, 1835, and was married to Miss Elizabeth Hill on August 22, 1857 in England. He came to the Copper Country about 1863 and locater [located] for a time at Calumet, where he was one of the first to help sink the first pits of the Calumet & Hecla mine. He remained in Calumet about nine years, deaving [leaving] there to go west, where he worked at different Mines in Montana and other states, after which he went back to his home in England, and while there his wife died in 1904. About fourteen years ago he again came to the United States and has since made his home with daughter, Mrs. Alfred Gill of the Pewabic location. He is survived by one son, William, of New Jersey, and three daughters, Mrs. Alfred Gill of Pewabic and the other two in England. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the Pewabic M. E. church, Rev. J. J. Strike officiating. Burial will be in Forest Hill cemetery in Houghton. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Dec 1921 Decedent's Name: Mrs. William DAVEY Lake Resident Passes Away in Laurium Mrs. William Davey of Lake Linden one of the oldest and most resteemed pioneer residents of the copper country, passed away yesterday morning at home of Mrs. Wm. Carlyon, Laurium. She had been ill for the past six weeks. Mrs. Davey is the widow of the late William Davey who died in 1919. Mrs. Davey has but one surviving relative, a cousin. Margaret Mitchell of Cornwall, England. The funeral services to be held in Lake Linden and also a short service will be held a the home of Mrs. William Carlyon. A special street car has been provided for friends who wish to attend which leave the corner of Hecla and Second streets at 1:20. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Daily Mining Gazette Obit Date: Obit Date: Jan. 13, 1921 Decedent: Mrs. William Davey Headline: MRS. WILLIAM DAVEY DIES AT CARLYON HOME Mrs. Salome Davey of Lake Linden, one of the oldest and most esteemed pioneer residents of the Copper County, passed away yesterday morning at the home of Mrs. William T. Carlyon of Laurium. She had been ill for the past six weeks. Mrs. Davey is the widow of the late William Davey of Lake Linden, who died in 1918. The deceased was born in England, and was married in 1878, coming to the Copper Country more than 40 years ago. She resided for a time at Franklin and later moved to Lake Linden. For the past several years she has spent the winters at the Carlyon home in Laurium, where her death occurred yesterday. Mrs. Davey has but one surviving relative, a cousin, Miss Mary Ann Mitchell, residing at Cornwall, England. While definite arrangements have not been made, it is probable that the funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the Lake Linden M. E. church, with burial in Maple Hill cemetery. Transcribed by: Wes Richards ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: April 1, 1926 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Jane Davidson MRS. JANE DAVIDSON DIES Mrs. Jane Davidson, aged 51, well known Tamarack matron passed away at the Memorial hospital Thursday morning following a lengthy illness. The deceased was born in Ireland and came here when a girl. Surviving are two sons, William, of Detroit and Nell, of Calumet. The funeral will be held from Sacred heart church Monday morning at 9 o'clock. Interment will be in Lake View. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Jan 29, 1924 Decedent's Name: A. Albert DAVIS Dr. A. A. Davis Dies at Chicago Hospital Dr. A. Albert Davis, former chief of staff of the Calumet & Hecla Mining company physicians, died at the Presbyterian hospital in Chicago, Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Davis, who had been with the deceased since he went to the hospital three months ago, arrived in Calumet with the body at noon yesterday. Dr. Davis was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on January 25, 1864, the son of Barney G. Davis and Florrie Jouvain Davis. Losing his father in childhood, he was reared by his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Eugene Jouvain, at Newark, N. J., where he attended the public schools. At 18 he removed to Boston and after working at various occupations he acquired the necessary college preparation to enable him to enter Harvard University medical school, from which he was graduated in 1892. For a year and a half he was an intern at the Massachusetts General hospital. In 1894 he was engaged to take a position with the Calumet & Hecla medical staff during the absence of the late Dr. E. H. Pomeroy, who went to Europe for a year. Upon Dr. Pomeroy's return, Dr. Davis went to great Falls, Mont., where he engaged in private practise for 15 months, when he was again asked to join the Calumet & Hecla staff. Dr. Davis was with the mining company ever since. In 1898 he was married to Miss Katherine MacNaughton, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Archibald MacNaughton. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the home in Calumet. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: June 28, 1926 Decedent: Mrs. Frederick DAVIS MRS. DAVIS IS MOURNED Hubbell Matron Who Died Tuesday Had Host of Friends. The death on Tuesday of Mrs. Frederick Davis of Hubbell has caused genuine regret in this community where she was held in high esteem. Although it was know that her condition was serious, friends did not realize the end was so near. Mrs. Davis resided in Hubbell for upwards of 40 years. The deceased is survived by one son, Raulin, and three daughters, the Misses Louise, Cora and Florence. Funeral arrangements will probably be completed today. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: June 29, 1926 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Louise DAVIS MRS. LOUISE DAVIS PASSES Well Known Resident of Hubbell Is Summoned by Death Mrs. Lousie Davis, well known Hubbell resident, passed away at her home in Hubbell yesterday afternoon. Surviving are the following children, Lawrence, Cora, Louise and Raulin. Two sisters, Miss Anna Perso, who resided with her, and Mrs. Eliza Messner of Calumet, and two brothers, Alfred Perso of Detroit and Edward Person of Marinette, also survive. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Sept 7, 1921 Decedent's Name: Auxilvaire DEFORGE DEATH OF AGED RESIDENT Auxilvaire DeForge Passes at Home of Daughter Here Auxilvaire DeForge, age 98, died at the home of his daughter, 15 Montezuma street, last evening. Death was due to his advanced age. The late Mr. DeForge was born in Quebec, Canada, and came to the Copper Country more than 54 years ago. For the past ten years he has made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Henrietta Ruelle, on Montezuma street. Mr. DeForge is survived by, besides Mrs. Ruelle, a daughter in Hurley, Wisconsin, and two sons, Joseph and Henry, of Painesdale. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: May 9, 1921 Decedent's Name: Miss Minnie DEGOOYER Miss Minnie DeGooyer Miss Minnie DeGooyer age ???? years, passed away at the family home on Calumet street, yesterday morning, following a several ???? illness. Besides the father, Theodore DeGooyer, two sister and ??? brothers survive: The Misses ???? and Anna at home William Nichols of Minneapolis and Jo???? Chicago. The funeral will be held from ??Sacred Heart church Wednesdaay forenoon at 9:00 o'clock char ???? Rev. Father Basil. Internment, w???? made in Lake View cemetery. (PHOTOCOPY UNCLEAR) Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: January 8, 1920 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Jerry DELANGIES WAS HUBBELL PIONEER Remains of Former Resident Are Brought Here From Hancock The body of Mrs. Jerry Delangies, who passed away yesterday morning in Hancock, have [has] been brought to the home of the deceased's daughter, Mrs. Michael Hohner. Mrs. Delangies, a native of Canada, was a pioneer resident of the Torch Lake district and enjoyed the friendship of a large number of persons in the county. Mrs. Delangies was 68 years of age and up to a short time ago made her home in Hubbell. She is survived by the following children: Elsie of Duluth, Arthur, Blanch‚, Mrs. Michael Hohner, Auriel and Sister Catherine, the latter of Stanton, MI. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: May 18, 1926 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Archie DELCOURT Well Known Local Resident Summoned Mrs. Archie Delcourt, aged 63, well known Calumet resident died early yesterday morning at her home on Tamarack street following a short illness. Mrs. Delcourt, who was born in Canada, had resided in the Copper Country for the last 25 years. She was a devout member of St. Anne's church. Funeral serviced will be conducted from St. Anne's church Thursday morning at 9 o'clock, the Rev. Fr. Paquet officiating. Interment will be in Lake View cemetery. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: April 7, 1921 Decedent's Name: William DEMO The funeral of the late William Demo, who died at this home here Wednesday, was held Saturday with ..... of Calumet ... charge. Interment took place in Forest Hill cemetery. Mr. Demo was 71 years of age and was born in Finland. He was a resident of Dollar Bay for 32 years and for the past two years he had resided on the Demo farm on the Sturgeon River. The deceased was ill by five days with pneumonia. Mrs. John Saukko, a daughter died three weeks ago of pneumonia also. Surviving are the folloking [following] children: Gust Demo of Detroit, Mrs. Henry Tuomala of Maktowa, Minn., Mrs. Victor Lane of Conneaut, Ohio, Mrs. Henry Ukslia and Charles Demo at home. Gust Demo of Detroit and Mrs. Victor Lane of Coneaut, Ohio were present at the funeral. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ The Mining Gazette Date: December 21, 1922 Decedent: Emma DEMAROIS Headline: Calumet Young Lady Passes Miss Erma Demarois is Summoned After Lengthy Illness. Miss Erma DEMAROIS, twenty-two years of age, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. LeFore Demarois, 813 Scott street, died yesterday following an illness that extended over three years. Besides the parents there survive a sister, Eleanor and two brothers, Edmond and Albert. Miss Demarois was one of the district's popular young ladies and her death has been the cause for genuine sorrow among her many friends. The funeral arrangements are incomplete but it is probable that the service will be held Thursday morning from St. Anne's church. Transcribed by: Jacquie Sherrer ------------------------------------------------- Publication: Mining Gazette Date: December 28, 1929 Decedent's Name: Peter DEMAROIS and John McCormick Peter DeMarois and John McCormick Are Summoned Peter DeMarvois, former well known Copper Country man, passed away in Detroit Saturday, according to word received here. Details of the death were not contained in the message, but the deceased has been ailing for some time, and his condition recently became critical. Mr. DeMarvois was born in Canada sixty-two years ago, and came to the Copper Country when very your, residing here until six years ago when he moved to Detroit where he has made his home since that time. Surviving are the widow and five children, Ruth, Marion, Agnes, Genevieve, and George, all of Detroit. Four sisters, Mrs. John Hermann, of Calumet, Mrs. Supernant, of Iron Mountain, Mrs. Kennick of Chicago and Mrs. Langlois of Montreal, Canada, and five brothers, Fred, Lefore and Homer of Calumet, Joseph of Anaconda, and Louis of Detroit, also survive. The funeral was held in Detroit this morning. Burial will be in Detroit. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen (note: all spellings are as in original article-John McCormick's obiturary will be in the M file when done.) ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: August 26, 1926 Decedent's Name: Matthew DENNIS Matthew Dennis, Old Resident of City, Dies After Illness Matthew Dennis, esteemed Copper Country pioneer resident, died Thursday night at the home of his sister, Mrs. W. H. Roberts, 209 Harris avenue after a lengthy illness. Mr. Dennis was born in England 80 years ago and was a resident of the Copper Country for many years, being associated with several mining enterprises. He has been retired for the past several years. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Roberts and Mrs. Thomas Tamblyn of Atlantic Mine. Mr. Dennis was a member of Duke of Wellington Lodge, American Order of Sons of St. George of Painesdale and Court North Star, Foresters of America of Calumet. The funeral will be held Sunday at 2 o'clock from the Robert's home. The Rev. Matt Mullen, pastor of the First Methodist church, will officiate and burial will be in Forest Hill, Houghton. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: July 9, 1921 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Thomas DENNIS DEATH OF MRS. THOMAS DENNIS Mrs. Thomas Dennis, wife of the late Captain Thomas Dennis died at the family home at 328 Harris avenue at about 9:40 o'clock yesterday morning. The deceased was born in England, and came to this country with her husband in the early sixties. She is survived by a daughter, Bessie G. A., and two sons, Thomas J. and Matt M. Mrs. Dennis was a member of the congregation of the First Methodist church of this city. Funeral services which will be private will be........ (copy cut off) Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: May 2, 1926 Decedent's Name: Mrs. DENOME Fall Down Stairs Is Fatal to Mrs. Denome, Pioneer Lake Woman Mrs. Florence Denome, 89 years of age, pioneer Lake Linden resident, died Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from injuries she received in a fall down a flight of stairs in her home. Mrs. Denome is believed to have become weakened by a dizzy spell or stumbled while descending the stairs. Her son, Joseph, with whom she made her home, was at work in the yard at the time and when he returned to the house he found his mother dead in the foot of the stairs. Her neck was broken and she died instantly. Mrs. Denome was born St. Michel, Canada. She was unusually active for her advanced age. Surviving are the following children: Joseph, Mrs. Lucy Boullard, Mrs. Felix Remillard, Mrs. Henry Fontaine and Mrs. Barrett of Lake Linden, Albert of Sault Ste. Marie and Mrs. J. M. Ryan and Ambrose of Detroit. The funeral arrangements are incomplete, pending word from relatives. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: September 28, 1921 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Selina DEROSIER DEATH OF MRS. DEROSIER Passes Away After Week's Illness - Lived Here Many Years Mrs. Selina Derosier died Wednesday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Legault, on Franklin street after an illness of one week. She was 69 years of age, a native of Canada and had been a resident of the Copper Country almost 40 years. Mrs. Derosier was for a number of years a resident of Osceola but had made her home in Hancock for the past 18 years. She had a wide acquaintance and news of her death has been received with regret. Surviving the deceased are the following children: William, Dossey and Joseph of Hancock, Dave of Canada, Mrs. John Legault, the Misses Vena and Jean of Hancock, and Mrs. A. M. Kenyon of Globe, Arizona. The funeral will be held at 9 o'clock from St. Joseph's church to Lakeside cemetery, the Rev. Fr. Woolney officiating. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: April 27, 1926 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Alec DESCHAINE Baraga Resident Dies Mrs. Alec Deschaine passed away at her home here at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Harry Crebassa or L'Anse and Jessie at home, and four sons, Bert of Muskegon, and Elmer, Aloysious and Richard. She is also survived by her mother, Mrs. St. Arnold, two sisters, Mrs. Victor Robinson of Baraga and Mrs. Victor LaFournier of Keweenaw Bay, and three brothers, Thomas, Richard and James all of Baraga. Funeral services will be held from St. Anne's church Friday morning, Rev. Fr. Douenberg officiating with interment in the Baraga cemetery. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Daily Mining Gazette Obit Date: Jan. 19, 1921 Decedent: Mrs. Gilbert Desjardin Headline: RESIDENT OF LAKE LINDEN FOR 45 YEARS SUMMONED. Mrs. Gilbert Desjardin of Lake Linden died early Wednesday morning following a lengthy illness. She was 58 years of age and resided here for 45 years. Mrs. Desjardin was a native of Canada. The deceased is survived by the following children: Mrs. Oliver Boyer and Mrs. Rowe of Lake Linden, Norbert and Gilbert of Calumet, Emil of Houghton and Joseph at home. The funeral was held Friday morning from St. Joseph's church to Mount Calvary cemetery, the Rev. Fr. N. J. Raymond officiating. Transcribed by: Wes Richards ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Feb 7, 1924 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Mary DESTRAMPE PARADISE PIONEER IS DEAD. Mrs. Mary Destrampe, Aged 76 Years, Dies Tuesday Evening. Mrs. Mary Destrampe, aged 76 years, a resident of the Paradise vicinity for 50 years, died at The home of her son, Peter Destrampe, Tuesday evening from complications resulting from her advanced years. She had been ill for some time. Mrs. Destrampe was born in Canada on October 6, 1847. She came to the United States 50 years ago and located in the Sturgeon river vicinity where she resided a few years. She then moved to Paradise where she has resided since. She is survived by one son, Peter, and a brother who resides in Canada. Her husband lost his life by drowning 17 years ago. Funeral services will be held from the St. Ann's church, Chassell, at 9 o'clock Friday morning. Interment will be at Forest hill cemetery. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ The Mining Gazette Date: December 6, 1922 Decedent: Alma DEXTROM Headline: Laurium Matron Summoned Mrs. Alma DEXTROM, wife of Peter Y. Dextrom, died Tuesday at the Calumet Public hospital, following a short illness. Mrs. Dextrom was thirty eight years of age and had been a resident of Calumet all her life. The husband and eight children survive. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 2 o'clock from the Finnish church, Pine Street. Rev. HELDEMANN will officiate and burial will be in Lake View. Transcribed by: Jacquie Sherrer ------------------------------------------------- Publication: Daily Mining Gazette Obit Date: Jan. 26, 1921 Decedent: Richard Dillon Headline: RICHARD DILLON, AGED 84, DIED LATE ON WEDNESDAY Richard Dillon, who came to the Copper Country 35 years ago, died last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Dillon Pearl Street. He had been ill for quite a long time, and his death was mainly due to his advanced age. Mr. Dillon was born in Ireland. When he first came to the Copper Country, he entered the employ of the Minnesota Mine, which was at that time one of the features of the district on account of the large amount of copper found in its fissures. He has lived in the Copper Country ever since he first came here. Some years ago owing to poor health and advanced age he retired. Mr. Dillon is survived by a sister, Mrs. John O'Connor of L'Anse, and a brother, Patrick Dillon of Idaho. The funeral services will take place Friday morning at St. Ignatius Church and interment will be at Forest Hill cemetery. Transcribed by: Wes Richards ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Oct 11, 1923 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Milfred DIX MRS. MILFRED DIX IS DEAD Died Tuesday night Following a Long Illness Mrs. Milfred Dix, age 28, died at the family home, 72 Ripley street, at 10:15 Tuesday evening after an illness of two and a half years. The deceased was a native of the upper peninsula having been born at Negaunee where she was graduated from high school. She was also a graduate of Hibbing college, Hibbing, Minn. She is survived by her husband, and infant son two and a half years old, her parents, two brothers, Patrick of Houghton, and John of Negaunee, and two sisters, Mrs. Mike Scanlon and Mrs. Thomas Allen of Hibbing, Minn. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Jan 28, 1929 Decedent's Name: Melvin DOCK MELVIN DOCK, WELL KNOWN FORMER LOCAL YOUNG MAN, PASSES Was First Commander of Hancock legion Post. Melvin Dock, popular former Hancock young man, died Monday evening in Mankato, Minn., following an operation for appendicitis. The body will be brought to Hancock for burial and is expected to arrive here tomorrow or Friday. News of Mr. Dock's death came as a surprise and shock to his relatives and many friends in this city, who were unaware of his serious condition. He was well known through the district. Mr. Dock was born in Hancock 32 years ago and was a graduate of Hancock high school. He was employed by the Standard Oil Company of Indiana for 14 years and during the World war he saw service overseas with Company B, 107th Engineers, 32nd Division. Mr. Dock was one of the organizers of Alfred Erickson Post, American Legion, and was its first commander. During this residence here following his return from overseas he was an active member of the post and much of its early success was due to his efforts. Mr. Dock went to Duluth several years ago to continue with Standard Oil company, and three years ago he was transferred to Mankato, Minn. He was a past commander of Duluth Lodge, Knights of Pythias. Surviving are the mother, Mrs. Matilda Dock, and a sister, Mabel of Redford, Mich. Mr. Dock's father, the late Webster Dock, died several years ago. Mrs. Katherine Bree, and aunt, and Albert Lieblein, an uncle, left Tuesday night for Mankato and will accompany the body here. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: December 17, 1938 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Frank DODGE Mrs. Frank Dodge Is Summoned by Death Mrs. Frank Dodge, esteemed Quincy matron, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thomas Noye, yesterday at noon. The late Mrs. Dodge was born 78 years ago in Camborn[e], England, and came to this country 64 years ago. The greater part of this time was spent in the Copper Country. Surviving are the husband, three daughters, Mrs. Thomas Noye and Mrs. Harry Thomas of Quincy and Mrs. Charles Nervick of Calumet; and three sons, Frank and William of Calumet and David of Flint. Twenty-six grandchildren and eight great grand children also survive. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Pewabic M. E. Chruch, the Rev. L. E. Shanks officiating. Burial will be in Forest Hill cemetery, Houghton. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ The Mining Gazette Date: August 17, 1922 Decedent: Ida May DODGE Headline: Esteemed Resident of Laurium is Summoned. Mrs. Ida May DODGE, wife of William Dodge, 620 Florida street, esteemed Laurium resident, died yesterday morning, following a brief illness. Mrs. Dodge was well known and her death came as a shock to her many friends. Besides her husband there survive two small children. Mrs. Dodge was born in lower Michigan thirty years ago and had been a resident of the copper country practically all her life. She was formerly Miss Ida May EPLEY. The funeral arrangements are incomplete. Transcribed by: Jacquie Sherrer ------------------------------------------------- Publication: Mining Gazette Date: March 19, 1929 Decedent's Name: John DOLAN, Sr. John Dolan, Sr., Well Known Resident of Lake Linden, Passes John Dolan, Sr., highly respected Lake Linden pioneer resident, died early Tuesday morning at the home of his son, John, in Lake Linden. He was found dead in bed, when members of the Dolan family investigated after he failed to make his appearance at the usual hour. His death was unexpected as he was apparently in good health Monday. Mr. Dolan was 74 years of age but despite his advanced years he was active. Mr. Dolan was born in County Waterford, Ireland and came to the United States when a child. He made his home in Lake Linden since that time and was one of the oldest employees of the Calumet and Hecla, having been in its service as a machinist for close to 60 years. For the last 20 years he was foreman of the machine shop. He had been awarded the company's gold medal for service. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Elsie Daniels of Milwaukee, who is expected to arrive today, and a son, John, at whose home he died. The funeral arrangements are incomplete. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: January 10, 1918 Decedent: Frank J. DOMMES Headline: Deaths at Calumet Frank J. Dommes, a resident of Calumet for the past half century, died yesterday morning at his home at 3215 Ridge street, Swedetown, of cancer. The deceased was employed 43 years by the Calumet & Hecla Mining company and was a gold medal employee. He is survived by his widow and three children, Walter, of Sacramento, Cal., Sidney, of Calumet, and Mrs. Frank Kreutzen of Laurium. The funeral will take place Friday morning from Sacred Heart church. Transcribed by: Jacqueline J. Scherr ------------------------------------------------- Publication: Mining Gazette Date: June 22, 1926 Decedent's Name: Wm. DONEY Wm. Doney, Pioneer C.C. Mining Man, Is Summoned in Allouez William Doney, aged 75, well known Copper Country mining man, passed away at this home in Allouez shortly after 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. He had been ailing for several years but his condition did not become serious until two weeks ago. Mr. Doney was born in England and come to this district in 1874. He was employed at the Centennial conglomerate, Ahmeek and Mohawk and for a time worked in the iron mines at Ironwood and Wakefield. Surviving are the widow and three sons: John, of New Allouez; George of Detroit and Matt, of Iron Mountain. He was a member of Court Evergreen, A. O. F. of Atlantic, and the Ironwood I. O. O. F. Funeral arrangements are incomplete, awaiting word from absent relatives. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Daily Mining Gazette Obit Date: Feb. 1, 1921 Decedent: Philip Donovan Headline: PHILIP DONOVAN PASSES AWAY AT HUBBELL The death of Philip Donovan, who passed away at the family home on Tuesday evening after a week's illness, marks the end of the oldest and most respected residents of the village. The deceased would have been 63 years of age had he lived until today. Thirty-four years ago he moved from Hancock to Hubbell where he worked for the Calumet & Hecla Mining company. He is survived by a widow, three daughters, and one son, all of who were at home when the end came. The daughters are the Misses Ethel, Mae, and Eva, and the son Elmer. He also leaves a sister, Mrs. William Karr of Hubbell. The deceased was a member of Division No. 3, A. O. H., which society will attend the funeral in a body. Transcribed by: Wes Richards ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Jan 15, 1924 Decedent's Name: Mrs. John DORAIS Mrs. John Dorais, pioneer Lake Linden resident, died early Monday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs George Keast. Mrs. Dorais had been ill for some time but her condition was not regarded as serious until a week ago. Mrs. Dorais had been a resident of Lake Linden for 33 years and had many friends in the district. She was born in an Indian settlement, Caughnawada, near St. Louis, 79 years ago, her father figuring priminently in the early life of St. Louis over 100 years ago. Previous to her residence here, Mrs. Dorais was a resident of Negaunee for 17 years. She was a member of St. Anne's society of St. Joseph's church. The husband and the following children survive: Samuel and John, of Chicago; William of Marquette; Jarvis of Muskegon; Charles, of Detroit; Mrs. Anthony Stark, of Ahmeek; Mrs. George Keast of Lake Linden. Three sisters, 31 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren also survive. The funeral arrangements are incomplete. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: December 21, 1921 Decedent's Name: Patrick DORAN PATRICK DORAN, FORMER HOUGHTON RESIDENT, DIES Word has reached Houghton of the death in Duluth Thursday of Patrick Doran, former Houghton resident but for the past two score years a resident of Duluth were he was for 11 years Chief of Police. The late Mr. Doran was born in Ontonagon but came to the Portage Lake district when a young boy. He lived in Hancock and Houghton but went to Duluth about 40 years ago. The body was brought to Houghton for burial, arriving on the morning train yesterday. The funeral was held at 9 o'clock with burial at Forest hill cemetery. In announcing the death of Mr. Doran, a Duluth dispatch says: Patrick Doran, age 71, twice chief of Duluth Police during the John B. Sutphin administration, died at this home 504 London road, Thursday. He also was a member of the old "Duluth quartet" which achieved fame in its day as a musical organization. Fought Strike of 1889 During his regime occurred the strike riots at Rice's point. July 6, 1889. July 3 a strike of all Duluth laborers was called. July 6 the strikers formed in line and marched over West Third Street and down Twentieth avenue to Superior street. A crew of sewer workers was employed on Garfield avenue. A race started between the strikers and police in an attempt to reach Garfield avenue first. The strikers finally hurled an avalanche of stones upon the police. In the Resulting battle two men were killed and a large number of police and strikers injured. Routed "Pirate" Gang Chief Doran also broke up a gang known as the "Park Point pirates." The Point at the time was covered with scrub pine. Bandits, who made their living by robbing vessels, sawmills and warehouses, had dug a cave in the Oatka beach. They used a sail boat in their marauding expeditions. Chief Doran and detectives finally got on their trail, captured the gang after a fierce battle and succeeded in having them sent to the state prison. During the last few years he has been employed by the city as a paving inspector. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: November 15, 1917 Decedent: Mrs. Daniel DOUD Headline: Body of Mrs. Doud Found in Portage Lake Mysterious Disappearance of Ripley Woman Explained by Discovery of Remains in Water - Deceased Had Been Ill for Two Years. The body of Mrs. Daniel Doud of Ripley was found early yesterday morning in Portage Lake, the discovery being made a man crossing the lake in a small boat. The deceased was 50 years of age and is survived by her husband, ten children and other relatives. Mrs. Doud had been ill for more than two years and it is believed she became discouraged over failure to improve in health. Just what time she left the house is not known although it was after 3 o'clock in the morning as she was in her room at that hour. Her disappearance so alarmed the family that a search was immediately instituted. The remains were taken to the Krellwitz morgue in Houghton and prepared for burial. No Inquest will be held. Transcribed by: Jacqueline J. Scherr ------------------------------------------------- Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Feb 21, 1924 Decedent's Name: Mrs. DOUGLASS FUNERAL OF MRS. DOUGLASS Will be Held this Afternoon at 2:30 O'clock From Residence The funeral of Mrs. Mary M. Douglass, wife of the late Frank A. Douglass will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the residence, 163 College avenue, Rev. Clark L. Attridge, rector of Trinity church, Episcopal, officiating. The remains arrived here yesterday from Chicago, where death occurred Monday. Mrs. Douglass, who was 68 years of age, was one of Houghton's oldest residents, having resided here for the past 45 years. She was born at St. Petersburg, Mich., Nov. 19 1856, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Corbin. She was married to Frank A. Douglass in 1879 and came to Houghton with her husband directly. Mrs. Douglass leaves a sister, Mrs. R. P. Humphrey of Adrian, Mich., two sons, W. Corbin Douglass of Houghton and Robert H. Douglass of Denver, and a granddaughter, Miss Catharine Douglass, a student of Smith college at Northampton, Mass. Mrs. Douglass was a lovable woman of charming character and the suddenness of her death, which came at a time when she apparently was well on the way to recovery, was a decided shock to her many friends throughout the district. She was held in the highest esteem and her passing has occasioned profound regret. For many years she was active in the work of Trinity church, of which she long was a communicant. She was a member of the guild and particularly an ardent worker and officer in the Woman's Auxiliary. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: October 23, 1928 Decedent's Name: Robert H. DOUGLASS Robert H. Douglass, Former Resident of Houghton, Succumbs W. Corbin Douglass, a Brother leaves for Denver Robert H. Douglass, a former resident of Houghton and a brother of W. Corbin Douglass of this village, passed away in Denver, Col., Tuesday, October 23, after an illness of three years, according to word received here yesterday. The deceased had been engaged in the general Insurance business in Denver for the last 20 years. The late Mr. Douglass was born in Adrian, Mich. But spent most of his early life in Houghton. He attended Shattuck school at Fairbault, Minn. and studied for one year at the Michigan College of Mining and Technology. He was married in Chicago to Miss Mabel Colemen and subsequently located in Denver. He is survived by his widow and one child, and one brother, W. Corbin Douglass of Houghton. The latter left yesterday for Denver to attend the funeral, which will be held in Denver Friday, October 26. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: March 12, 1924 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Josphine DOURGOIN REMAINS LAID TO REST Funeral Services Are Held For Pioneer Hubbell Resident Funeral services were held Tuesday morning from St. Cecilia's church, Hubbell, for the late Mrs. Josephine Dourgoin, pioneer Hubbell resident, who died Sunday after a lengthy illness. Rev. Fr. Zimmerman officiated and burial was in Mount Calvary. Mrs. Dourgoin was 81 years of age and is survived by three children, Ann of Quincy, Felida of Detroit and a son in Detroit. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: February 3, 1922 Decedent's Name: Hansen M. DOWELL HANSEN M. DOWELL, FORMER HOUGHTON RESIDENT, DEAD Word has been received here of the death of Hanson McDowell, formerly of Houghton, at his home at Chicago Heights, near Chicago, recently. He was ill only a few hours, death being attributed to heart trouble. The news of his passing came as a great shock to numerous friends in Houghton and Hancock. While a resident here, some years ago, Mr. McDowell was superintendent of the Hodge foundry. Mrs. McDowell, who was Miss Violet Greenwald, also formerly lived here. She and two daughters, Barbara, aged 13, and Mary, aged 7, survive. Shortly after leaving Houghton Mr. McDowell located at Chicago Heights, where, with his brother, Irvin, he embarked in the foundry business. Subsequently the brothers sold the business but continued their business relations. Hanson McDowell was a man of many friends. He had an engaging personality and participation in community activities won for him in extended acquaintance. This was true of him both in Houghton and Chicago Heights. His death caused profound regret. In the latter community in which he took an active interest. A splendid tribute was paid to him by the Chicago Heights Star, which, in its account of his death, said: "Mr. McDowell was charitable in the largest sense, as many an unfortunate person in Chicago Heights can testify, and his taking will leave a void which will be hard to fill. He was a great lover of children, and for years he found great pleasure in gathering a bunch of little girls together and taking them to the theatre or in entertaining them in other ways. He was known to them as "Uncle Hanson," and they loved him. "Funeral services were held at the family residence, 1654 Buena Vista circle. The house was filled with sympathizing friends, and as the day was mild and the sun shining, many stood outside during the ceremonies. The casket was banked about with an immense array of flowers, in various designs, token of esteem from many friends and from organization to which Mr. McDowell belonged. The services were very simple. Rev. Dr. Mount of the Presbyterian church read the 90th Psalm and other selections from the sacred book, and asked Rev. A. I. Zeller to lead in prayer. "Following the prayer, Dr. Mount spoke feelingly of the life and character of Mr. McDowell. Dr. Mount said Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ The Mining Gazette Date: December 17, 1922 Decedent: Lenore DOWNEY Headline: Girl, Former Resident, Dead Miss Lenore DOWNEY Passes at Parent's Home in Detroit. Word was received here yesterday afternoon of the death in Detroit of Miss Lenore DOWNEY, 24, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Downey of 1242 Fourteenth street, Detroit. The deceased, with her family, lived for a long time in Dollar Bay prior to their removal to Detroit several years ago. Funeral services will be held at Detroit tomorrow. Transcribed by: Jacquie Sherrer ------------------------------------------------- Publication: Mining Gazette Date: December 23, 1923 Decedent's Name: Frank DOYLE FRANK DOYLE IS SUMONED Well Known Calumet Man Dies, After Long Illness Frank Doyle, aged seventy, well known Calumet resident, passed away at the memorial hospital Friday night after an illness of several weeks. The deceased was born in Dublin, Ireland and came to America when a young man, making his home with Patrick Welshm, of Rockland street, ever since. He was employed by the C. and H. after his arrival here and later worked at road construction in the township. A brother, James Doyle of Rockland street, is the only surviving relative. The funeral will be held Monday morning from Sacred Heart church at 9 o'clock. Interment will be in Lake View. The body has been removed to the home of the brother, James Doyle on Rockland street. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Daily Mining Gazette Obit Date: Feb. 24, 1921 Decedent: Michael Doyle Sr. Headline: DEATH CLAIMS PIONEER RESIDENT OF THE CITY Michael Doyle, Sr., a resident of Hancock since 1863, died at midnight Thursday. Mr. Doyle was born in Ireland and came to the United States as a youth, coming directly to this city where he has since resided. He was 74 years of age and is survived by a widow and the following children: John of Chicago, Michael Jr., Joseph and Timothy of Hancock and Mrs. Charles Burke of Detroit. In 1875 Mr. Doyle opened a tailoring establishment in Hancock, a business he conducted to the time of his death, the firm in later years being M. Doyle & Son. Until taken sick a few years ago, Mr. Doyle remained actively engaged in the business. Mr. Doyle's demise was not unexpected although the end was not believed so near until Thursday when he suffered a sinking spell. Relatives living outside the city were notified but did not reach Hancock until yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. Doyle celebrated the golden anniversary of their wedding a couple of years ago. During the long years of the deceased's residence in Hancock he commanded the respect of all with whom he came in contact. Transcribed by: Wes Richards ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: May 5, 1926 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Catherine DRAPEAU Few Hours' Illness Fatal to Pioneer Calumet Resident Mrs. Catherine Drapeau, aged 64, well known Laurium woman, died at the home of her niece, Mrs. Rose Meehan, of Boundary street Wednesday night after a few hours' illness. The deceased had not complained of illness until a short time before she expired. Mrs. Drapeau was born in this district and spent her life here. She was the widow of the late Thomas Drapeau who met his death in an accident while building the present highway from Houghton to Atlantic. Surviving is one brother, Thomas Wade, of Detroit who is expected here for the funeral. The deceased was an active member of Sacred Heart church and the Ladies Auxiliary to the A. O. H. The funeral probably will be held Saturday morning from Sacred Heart church. Interment will be in Lake View. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Daily Mining Gazette Obit Date: Mar. 9, 1921 Decedent: Aloise Dreyer Headline: ALOISE DREYER SUMMONED Resident of Calumet 40 Years, Dies After Illness Aloise Dreyer, aged 75 years, well-known and esteemed pioneer resident, died at the family home, 2301 County Road, Raymbaultown, late Friday evening following an illness of six months. The deceased was born in Germany and he emigrated to this country over 40 years ago. Following his arrival in the United States, he came directly to Calumet, where he resided ever since. Mr. Dreyer was a silver medal employee of the Calumet & Hecla Mining Company. Besides his widow, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Frank Monville of Hubbell and Miss Catherine at home. Two sons also remain, Anthony and Aloyisis of Calumet. The funeral will be held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from the Sacred Heart church. Burial will be in Lake View. Members of the Workingmen's Aid Society, of which Mr. Dreyer was a member, will attend the funeral in a body. Transcribed by: Wes Richards ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: April 5, 1926 Decedent's Name: Mrs. John DRISCOLL Mrs. John Driscoll, Pioneer Resident of Hancock, Summoned Mrs. John Driscoll, aged 80, a resident of Hancock for more than a half century, passed away Monday night at 9 o'clock a the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Boyle, Quincy street. Mrs. Driscoll was ill for about three weeks, and her condition for the past few days was serious. Born in Ireland, Mrs. Driscoll came to the United States when 16 years old, coming direct to Hancock. She had resided here since. Surviving are the following children: Jerry of Missoula, Mont., who arrived here Monday; John of Houghton; Mrs. John Boyle, Michael and Mrs. M. M. Shea, of Hancock; Daniel of L'Anse, Con, of Escanaba and Mrs. Thomas Howard of Globe, Ariz. Twenty-six grandchildren also survive. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Daily Mining Gazette Obit Date: Feb. 1, 1921 Decedent: Mrs. Margaret Driscoll Headline: DEATH OF MRS. DRISCOLL Resident of District for Half-Century is Summoned. Mrs. Margaret Driscoll, widow of the late John Driscoll, died yesterday morning at the family home, 1516 Hecla Street, Hecla, following a lengthy illness following a paralytic stroke. Mrs. Driscoll was sixty-eight years of age and had been a resident of the Copper Country for a half century. Mr. Driscoll died four years ago. Surviving are two sons and two daughters. The funeral arrangements are incomplete, pending word from relatives. Transcribed by: Wes Richards ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: October 4, 1921 Decedent's Name: Mrs. Joseph DUCETTE WELL KNOWN HUBBELL LADY DIES SUDDENLY Mrs. Joseph Ducette of Hubbell passed away suddenly at the family home in Hubbell at 4 o'clock this morning. Heart failure is given as the cause of death. The late Mrs. Ducette was born in Negaunee, and was 52 years of age. She came to Lake Linden with her parents when a young girl and had resided in Hubbell the past 30 years. Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Minnear; Miss Jeanette Ducette of Hubbell, and four sons, Jarvis; Edwin and Walter of Hubbell and Claude of Chicago. Other relatives surviving are parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dori???? of Lake Linden two sisters and ??? brothers. The funeral arrangements will be announced later. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: December 17, 1928 Decedent's Name: Murray Morris DUNCAN Member of Tech Board Summond M.M. Duncan Led in Developing U. P. Mines. ISHPEMING, Mich. Dec. 17 (Special to The Gazette) -- Murray Morris Duncan, member of the board of control of the Michigan College of Mining and Technology and vice-president, directors and retired manager of the Cleveland-Cliffs Iron company, died Monday afternoon at his home here. He had been ill for several months, his condition of late becoming so serious that hope for his recovery had been abandoned. He was 70 years old. The life of Mr. Duncan was closely linked with the development of the northern Michigan mining region. He became manager of the Cleveland-Cliffs in 1897, extending the operations of the company to other ranges and inaugurating electricity in mining in Marquette county. He became a director of the company in 1908 and was elected its vice-president and general manager in 1916. Mr. Duncan always was active in the affairs of the upper peninsula. He was named to the board of control of the Houghton college in 1904, having served since. He was chairman of the Marquette country Republican committee for many years, and had been elected as the head of numerous civic and county organizations. He was a member of the road, library, public works and bank boards of Ishpeming for more than 20 years. Mr. Duncan was actively interested in engineering societies and organizations for many years. He was one of the founders of Tau Beta Pi, national honorary engineering society. He was honored by the masonic lodge when he received the 33rd degree in 1916. He was a graduate of Lehigh university. The funeral will be conducted the Wednesday afternoon with services in Grace Espiscopal church here. Mr. Duncan is survived by the widow, two daughters and a son. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: August 7, 1928 Decedent's Name: Susan DUNLAP Mrs. Susan Dunlap Stricken by Death Mrs. Susan Dunlap, aged 69, well known Calumet resident died Tuesday evening at the house of her daughter Mrs. Albert Teddy, of Calumet avenue. She had been in declining health for some time and death was not unexpected. She was born in Scotland and came to this district about forty five years ago, residing here continuously. The following children survive: Mrs. F. R. Maurer, of Illinois; Mrs. Albert Teddy, of Calumet; Mrs. Fred Kerschweng and Mrs. J Furney of New York; Arnold of Detroit and James of Canada. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Teddy residence. Services will be conducted by Rev. Edwyn Evans. Internment will be in Lake View. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: January 5, 1929 Decedent's Name: J. C. DUNSTAN J. C. Dunstan, Well Known Dollar Bay Resident, Passes J. C. Dunstan, highly respected Copper Country pioneer, died Saturday morning at his home in Dollar Bay after an illness lasting only a week. A resident of Dollar Bay since 1888, Mr. Dunstan was closely identified with developments in this section and was widely known in the Copper Country and has a wide circle of friends who keenly regret his death. Mr. Dunstan was born in Cambourne, England 81 years ago. During his residence here he was engaged in the lumber business and also during that period held the office of justice-of-the-peace in Osceola township. Mr. Dunstan was a member of Montrose Commandery, Knights Templar, Calumet. Surviving are the widow, a daughter, Mrs. William Skelton of Meadville, Penn., and two grandchildren, Elizabeth and William Skelton. The funeral arrangements are incomplete. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: March 2, 1922 Decedent's Name: John DUNSTAN DEATH TAKES TWO WELL KNOWN CALUMET PIONEERS John Dunstan, well known Calumet resident, died yesterday morning at the family home, 118 Amygdaloid street. Mr. Dunstan was one of the district's esteemed pioneers and his death has caused keen regret among his many friends. He was born in Cameron, England 75 years ago and was a resident of Calumet for 50 years. Surviving are the following children: Gus of Calumet, Mrs. Frank Trevillion of Laurium, Miss Lyle of Calumet, A. W. Dunstan of Willows, Calif. and Chester of Long Beach, Calif. Mr. Dunstan was an active member of Keweenaw lodge of Mason. No funeral arrangements have been made pending word from relatives. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: July 13, 1921 Decedent's Name: Mrs. T. J. DUNSTONE DEATH OF MRS. T. J. DUNSTONE Pioneer Resident Summoned Suddenly at Home in Dollar Bay Mrs. T. J. Dunstone, of Dollar Bay, died suddenly at her home at that place last evening at 9 o'clock. The deceased has been a resident of the Copper Country and of Dollar Bay upwards of 25 years. She is survived by a sone James, and a daughter, Dorothy, at home. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: Sept 8, 1926 Decedent's Name: William DUNSTONE William Dunstone, Former Well Known Hubbell Man Dies William Dunstone, former well known Hubbell man, passed away in Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico, yesterday following a short illness of pneumonia, according to word received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Dunstone, Sr. of Hubbell. Mr. Dunstone was born in Hubbell on April 17, 1897, and was a graduate of the Lake Linden high school and of the Michigan College of Mines, class of 1923. During the World War, he served with Company A. 107th engineers. For the past two years, he had been employed as a mining engineer for the American Smelting and Refining company at Santa Eulalia. Mr. Dunstone was well know throughout the Torch Lake district and his death is the source of keen regret to his many friends. Fraternally, the deceased was a member of the Lake Linden post, American Legion; John Duncan Lodge, No. 373, F & A. M.; and until his departure for Mexico was an active member of the Lake Linden Methodist church. Mr. Dunstone is survived by his parents and two sisters, Miss Esther of Racine, Wis. And Mrs. D. R. Stewart of Detroit. The body will be brought to Hubbell for burial. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed. Transcribed by: Cathy Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: December 17, 1917 Decedent's Name: Telesphore DURAND FORMER RESIDENT DIES AT HUBBELL Telesphore Durand, a resident of this place for many years, but now of Hubbell, died suddenly Wednesday morning of heart trouble, age 55 years. Mr. Durand was finishing his dinner and had raised a glass of water to his lips when he was stricken with the attack. He passed away in a few minutes without regaining consciousness. The late Mr. Durand went to Hubbell with his family last September to conduct [construct] a hotel. He purchased the old postoffice block and converted it into a modern hostelry which now goes under the name of the Tranquil Hotel. During the short time he resided in Hubbell Mr. Durand made many friends and his sudden demise has caused deep regret in the community. It is not known that Mr. Durand suffered any previous attacks of this nature. He arose Wednesday morning in good spirits and did not complain to members of the family of being ill. During the noon meal he conversed with guests at the hotel much the same as in other days. Surviving the deceased besides a widow are ten children: Ernest of Baraga, Mrs. Rose of Keweenaw Bay, Henry, Florence, Edwina, Florina, Napoleon, Telesphore, William and Morse. One sister, Mrs. Philip Foucault of this place, and two brothers, Ernest of Republic, and Dr. William Durand, a practicing physician of Everett, Washington, also survives. Funeral services were held yesterday morning at Hubbell. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: June 26, 1926 Decedent's Name: Axel DURCHAM AXEL DURCHMAN, WELL KNOW DRUGGIST, IS SUMMONED SUDDENLY Proprietor of City Drug Store Dies Unexpectedly Axel Durchman, proprietor of the City Drug Store, Quincy and Ravine streets, died suddenly early Friday morning. Mr. Durchman did not complain of being ill previous to retiring. He was stricken shortly after 4 o'clock and died a few minutes later before medical assistance could be obtained. Mr. Durchman was well known in the Copper Country. The news of his demise spread rapidly and came as a shock to his many friends. He was one of the leading Finnish business men in the district and was held in high esteem not only by his fellow countrymen but by other Copper Country residents. He was intensely interested in civic matters and was closely associated with Finnish undertakings. He was one of the original organizers of the Hancock Clinic Hospital. Mr. Durchman was of a philanthropic nature, a fact not generally known because of his reticence in regard to it, but his beneficiaries are understood to have been numerous. He was an admirer of good music and art and was instrumental in promoting many concerts and several art displays in the city. He was especially friendly to Finnish musicians and artists who were touring this country. Resided Here 30 Years Mr. Durchman celebrated his forty-sixth birthday on June 9. He was born in Finland of a prominent family and received his elementary and college education in that country. He came to the United States 30 years ago, spending a short time in Chassell where he was employed as a druggist. He located in Hancock a few years later, entering the employ of the City Drug Store, which at that time was operated by Andrew Bram, now postmaster. Several years later, following the retirements of Mr. Bram, Mr. Durchman acquired the business. Surviving are the widow and two children, a daughter Lucille, and a son Fred. Mr. Durchman was a member of Hancock Lodge of Elks. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from the residence, Third street. The Rev. Matt Mullen, pastor of the First Methodist church, will officiate. Burial will be in Forest Hill, Houghton. Services will be in charge of Hancock lodge of Elks. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: October 9, 1923 Decedent's Name: Joseph DUTEAU Death of Joseph Duteau Funeral service were held yesterday afternoon from the Cantin undertaking parlors for the late Joseph Duteau, well known Lake Linden resident, who died Sunday morning, following an illness of pneumonia....... Mr. Duteau was 48 years of age and had been a resident here for many years. The widow, a brother Oliver and a sister, Mrs. Peter Baril of Lake Linden, survive. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ Publication: Mining Gazette Date: October 13, 1926 Decedent's Name: Octave DUTEMPLE OCTAVE DUTEMPLE, OLD RESIDENT OF TORCH LAKE DISTRICT, PASSES Death Takes Silver Medal Employe of C. & H. Octave Dutemple, well known Torch Lake pioneer resident, died Wednesday morning at ? o'clock at the family home in Tamarack Mills. Mr. Dutemple had been ailing for six years, his condition of late being critical. Mr. Dutemple was born in Montreal 67 years ago and for 49 years made his home in Tamarack City. He was a silver medal employe of the C. & H. having been in the employ at the smelting plant of the company for 40 years. Surviving are the widow, three daughters, Mrs. Louis Gatien of Houghton, Mrs. Arthur Lanctot of Hubbell, Miss Clara at home and three sons, Octave of Hubbell, George of Hibbing, and Ovid at home. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 9 o'clock with services at St. Cecelia's church. The Rev. Fr. H. Zimmerman the pastor, will officiate and burial will be in Mount Calvary. Transcribed by: Cat Nielsen ------------------------------------------------ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by Dick and June Ross. plh