Another month has come to a close, another chance to fondly remember those that have passed on before us, honored by a lovely setting sun over Freda.

A fine picture of solitude and peace to remember our loved ones in passing.

Awesome sun set. Later, Skylar.

Every ending is also a new beginning.

Let's not forget former President Ronald Regan and faithful friend from Eagle River, Casey the wonder dog.

In memory of Alex Besk. One of the nicest people you would like to meet, and a neighbor that will never be forgotten.

My father, Jim Griffor of Houghton went home on 6/17/01. Dad, all of us love and miss you.

Robert Simpson
Susan Simpson
Suzanne Spruytte
Joe Berry
John "Mr. Bud" Vargo
Snowball Our dog

What a beautiful sunset. What is the photographer's name? He/she did a great job.

In memory of Clarence Dwyer. I miss him every day.

I need to add my friend and mentor Skip Kindred to this list. It has been four long years my friend.

Mary, on a personal level, this means a lot to me that you have my photograph out here today. My grandmother, Elizabeth Sillanpaa Nurmi Rengo, was taken off of life support and moved to a hospice in New Port Richey, Florida yesterday afternoon. After enjoying excellent health for 94 years, she had a stroke three weeks ago and had an additional setback this past Sunday. She is someone who had a tremendous impact on my life and how I approach the world, as well as inspiring my appreciation for my Finnish heritage as well as the U.P. I hope she is in a lot of people's thoughts today.

Edward "Gary" Curtin...Love of my Life...met him in Calumet on july 4th, 1946.....he remains the best person I ever met. d. July 13. 01,,"if dreams could come true...I'd stll be there with you...on the south shore tonight"......

In memory of Jerry Sturvist, a friend who will be sorely missed
in Jacobsville.

Ann Marie Raiche - your smile and cheer will be missed by us all.

In memory of a loved and loving mother, Grace Behrens. We miss you Mom.
From her kids.

In memory of my Mother, Anne Krim (Rogers) and my Grandmother, Bonita Rogers (Trevarthen / Pollard) - they both loved the UP and in particular the Keewanaw. My Grandmother was born and raised in Kearsarge.

In memory of Danny's mom, brother and aunt who he dearly loved.

Cindy....a trick...if you hold your mouse over the photo, up pops the photographers name. And I agree, wonderful photo.

In memory of Peter B. Koskela who passed away from lung cancer on June 19. His wife Nancy (Trudgeon) is a life-long friend of mine having graduated together from Jeffers High School in Painesdale in 1958. My prayers go out to her and her family at the loss of Pete.

To my Gramma Skoviak, I miss you very much. The Skoviak clan will be together in Twin Lakes next week at the cabin that gramma and grampa(passed away before I was born)bought in the 1930's. The walls are filled with fun and laughter of the generation before us, may we continue that wonderful relationship that our family shares. I wonder if Sparky is still chasing "chippies" in heaven?

In memory of Art Vandenburg, husband, father, friend. He is deeply missed by all who loved him.

I think I'm going to think of this as a new beginning.... so what a Great Sunrise!

To my dear friends, Velma Lawrence and Juanita Nichols, both of whom could have been yoopers had God not placed them here in TX. Juanita was a very talented oil artist and really would have blessed the Keeweenaw sunrise or sunset.

Please remember all those who have given their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Yes, Doug~to new beginnings! 4a.m tomorrow we hit the long road to head north, yay!

Zak- a good and loyal dog.

In memory of my Grandma, Mary (Adeline) Piirala, who passed away June 13. We all miss you very much, Grandma.

"Andy", "Sluggo", Paulie, Roger, Mels, and Ray. The Island isn't the same without em'. They all saw the Keweenaw changing. They all saw many familiar faces leaving town; Many friends left this world on their feet, many left lying down. Either way none of 'em ever came back around. None of em', that I know of, ever judged others the way that others often judge others. But they, like many of the rest of us, always felt, and still feel, the pains of change.

In memory of my husband's grandmother, Geraldine Carlson, who died last Wednesday (June 23) after a short bout with cancer. She is very much missed

Two years ago today--in memory of Kevin, a mother who left before her job was done, and wanted nothing more than to stay and finish it. Your memory lives on in your namesake grandson, and in the stories we'll tell him and his sister.

Ronald Wilson Reagan

In memory of my friend Al Hurwitz who left this world June 20 1988. I still think of him in all of his sun worshipper glory and know he's basking on a beach in heaven - probably cutting coupons. Party on, Al. And Happy Half-a-New Years Eve to all.

To my mother who enjoyed visiting Atlantic Mine every summer on our vacations even though born below the bridge. To Grandma Pyykkonen who spent her entire life in Atlantic. Both are missed.

In memory of the 9 members of the Lima Central Catholic High School Class of 1969 who have died, on the eve of our 35th class reuinion. Too many, too young.

In memory of Tom Kelso. He loved the outdoors, & was a True sportsman.

Please remember the service men and women who made the ultimate sacrafice for our country,Robert J Mogensen this month.Benjamin R Gonzalez ,Daniel W Eggers ,Joseph A Jeffers ,Michael J Wiesemann,Brian J Ouellette,Cody S Calavan,Rafael Reynosasuarez,Dominique J Nicolas,Nicholaus E Zimmer,Aaron C Elandt ,Bradli N Coleman,Charles E Odums 2nd. ,Kenneth M Ballard,DustinL Sides,Markus J Johnson,Robert C Scheetz jr.,Bumrok R Lee,Todd J Bolding,Frank T Carvill,Christopher M Duffy,Justin L Eyerly,JustinW Linden,Erik S McCrae,Melvin Y Mora,Humberto F Timoteo,Ryan E Doltz,Melissa J Hobart ,Jamie A Gray,Jeremy L Bohlman,David M Fraise,Humayun S.M.Khan,Thomas D Caughman,Eric S McKinley,Shawn M Atkins,Paul R Syverson 3ed.,Jeremy M Dimaranan,Arther S Mastrapa,Marvin Besy,Sean Horn,Thai Vue,Jason N Lynch,Russell P White,Pedro Contreras,Gregory V Pennington,Deshon E Otey,Tommy L Parker Jr.,Juan Lopez,Andre D Tyson,Patrick R McCaffrey Sr.,Charles A Kiser,Christopher S Cash,Daniel A Desens,Daniel B McClenney,Juston T Thacker,Jeremy M Heines,Ernest E Utt,Manuel A Ceniccetos . 6 pending notification of next of kin,Keith Matthew Maupin from MIA/POW to KIA.Wassef Ali Hassoun POW.

in memory of Dan McKellar

In memory of my grandfathers, Tapio and Mala. Also in memory of a family friend, Ray Wiig.

In loving memory of Cacey, taken too young by lung cancer, aged 6.

I hope I grow up to be half the person my dog thinks I am.

Hope you approve of the new girl, Cacey, she has big paw prints to fill.

In memory of my dad, Bill Givens.

IN MEMORY OF MY FATHER THOMAS A.NICHOLAS WHO LIVED,WORKED AND MARRIED IN THE UP. PASSED AWAY ON MY BIRTHDAY IN 1982.

In memory of Gary Lee Short who passed away a year ago this month. He is missed very much by his family and friends.

in memory of Dorthy Malmquist(Dorthy Jutila)to the BOYS from OLD UTZMANS REST--50s an 60s Tony

In Memory of Ray Charles.

In Loving Memory of our Sadie (6/28/96-6/26/03)
We miss you every day

Keith-Kansas,
My Grama and Elizabeth are very good friends. If you could e-mail her address to me, I would greatly appreciate it. I will then give it to my Grama. My best wishes are with Elizabeth.

I'd like to think that's my dad, Frank Morin, shining down over Freda, the town where he spent most of his 82 years. Thank you for such a beautiful picture. I miss you Daddy.

In memory of Emily Monroe, a life long friend and retired Webberville Elementary teacher. A very multi talented lady. Also Inez York, another long time friend and member of our church. We shall miss them both but they will continue on in our memories!

Awesome photo.

Awesome photo, in memory of my mother, Bertha Koski, brother, Gene Koski, sister, Marcia Garner.

Remembering in prayer the family of Greg Hakala, Mary Ann, Jackie, Ritchie & Darlene...

In memory of a good friend, Helen Bennett, who died from cancer at the end of May.

In loving memory of my dear friend and wonderful neighbor, Dorothy Croze. I miss your smiles.

IN MEMEORY OF MAX AND SUE MAURER, DONDALD MAURER,KATIE BOTTS,MARGURETTE MOREY AND DALE EARNHARDT

In loving memory of our mother, Sharon M. Carron,
who passed away this past June 10th. The picture above says it all. Mom loved this part of the Keweenaw. Freda, Beacon Hill, Redridge, and the farm at Obenhoff were some of her most favorite places. She will always be in our hearts.
Dick, Mike, and Katie

A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN WAUKEGAN, IL. CALUMET ON THE 4TH OF JULY!!!

In memory of Pam Gershon: full of life and happiness, lost in an auto accident at only 32.

In memory of my Gramma Aitt (Hilda Aittama) She would have been 115 on June 17th...oh the memories of all the wonderful birthday parties on the farm in Bootjack. Also in memory of Gramma Crouch (Delia Mary Crouch) whose memorial service was held in Lake Linden this month. We miss you both and loved you dearly..."Thanks for the memories...grams"

For Seth & Ian McAlister who passed away June 22nd. Twin infant sons of Amy & Roddy - they will be missed very much.

in memory of my Mom Betty Ewen Beaudoin who passed away October 28,1990. I understand now the things you would tell me when I was young. You would find it hard to believe but I am now telling my kids the same things, I sound just like you. I will never measure up to you but I can give it a good try. I miss you so much & wish you were here to enjoy all of the grandchildren(now grown) & the beautiful great-grandchildren that have been born. Rest in peace with the Lord who you loved so much.

In memory of my brother, Chuck Rogers, who passed away June 12, 2003. I miss you. Your big sister, Charlotte.

In memory of our parents Mr & Mrs Leonard Koski, Negaunee, and Mr & Mrs Julian 'Cud' VanOverloop, Marquette. Rest in Peace until we join you once again. You would have loved our Grandchildren the way we do each day. We miss your loving hearts.

God and a soldier all people adore
In time of war, but not before;
And when war is over and all
things righted,
God is neglected and an old
soldier slighted (anon)

In memory of Mary (Spehar) Butala, passed away June, 1976. Miss you grandma.

In memory of Margaret Jokela.

In memory of my Grandfather Joseph Aubin, Lake Linden, who died in the 1960's. Who gave all he could with love. Memories I still cherish to this day.

Bruce Koski, you must be the brother of 2 Foos.

In memory of my dad, Robert, who passed away from cancer. Your love of life and guidence will continue on through your sons and daughter. We will take good care of mom.
Also to Bill who was my best man in my wedding and my best friend thru our short life together of 38 years.

Cheryl I didn't know you mother died but i tried getting you an e_Mail but it wouldn't go through
this is Therese DuLong Dimet your Cousin and here is my E-Mail theresedimet@a1access.net

also my Mother & Father LaNelda & Eldred Dulong ,Jean & Henriette dimet they are missed
Brother Eldred Clarence "Bud" Dulong an Marvin, & weldon James Dulong " Sonny" an Partick Dimet

In memory of Lawrence And Lorraine Gauthier

In memory of my mother Hilda Erickson who passed away 17 june 2 years ago and is is missed very much

In loving memory of our brother in law and friend, Wayne Hartmann. He is missed by all of us.

Howdy all. I'm looking for a photograph of the old Vacationland
motel (the neon sign, preferably, before it became the
Vacationland/Budget Host) just outside of Houghton on US 41
towards Chassell. I have a book coming out next spring, and
they'd like to look at a couple photos of this for cover
possibilities. Any suggestions on where I might find one (print or
a high resolution scan)? (email anger@thediagram.com)

IN memory of Ray Lampinen and Ronnie Walstrom. It was 25 years ago this month they left their smiles on this earth. Remember the days in Tamarack Waterworks.

I would like to mention two men who had great impacts in my life. The first being my dad "Pudgie", who died of emphysema when I was still in college, I miss you Dad.
Secondly, I would also like to mention Paul Johnson "Peej". He was killed in Iraq back in October....in talking to his squad, PJ died keeping his men safe. He kept his squad back while checking out a roadside bomb, when some coward remotely blew it up.

They have both made great impacts in my life because they were great men.

In loving memory of my sister-in-law, Sherry Leinonen. I bet she is still watching over the family cook-outs and her "pond" garden. You are missed.

In memory of Harry Vine of Lake Linden, (a true christian) and of Bernedette Decker, Keith Hiltunen,, Mrs. Gougain,Bob Juntenen.

In memoery of my young Bobby. 29 years now but you'll always be 16. Love ya, son...Mom

What is the driving time from Mackinaw City to Baraga? Isn't Marquette a college town? Is there a lot to see and do up in that area?

It's 4-5 hours from mackinaw to baraga. Northern Michigan University is in Marquette. there are some great restaurants in MQT and the scenery is awesome

don't miss presque isle in Marquette

In Memory of my father Holger Johnson, miss you dad

To all the service men and women, for those all gone god bless. For those still fighting courage and faith.
Missing my grandma and grandpa Laura and Earnest Archambeau. For all the love and little reminders of home when I was in the service especially the care packages from home. And a good friend Uncle Herb Schnabel who passed away this year..You are all missed greatly..love all the family.

In memory of George and Cory Schutz (father and Son) who passed away this month. They touched so many lifes the short time they were here. They are angels looking down at us now.

In memory of dearest Patsy Ann Mislinski, beloved wife of Larry and mother of Marci, who passed much too young and will be remembered and loved always. As a sailor of the Great Lakes with Larry, they enjoyed many times on Superior, and in Chassell, where Larry's Mom recently passed. Patsy, we wish you the wind on your wings and God's eternal sunshine on your face.

In memory of George and Cory Schutz. Father and son who paseed away in a house fire this month.

In memory of Frank Schabal, an oldtimer from the Portage coal docks who saw many seasons pass through his 90 plus years. He also was a good friend to the Vittons of Mesnard Location. We will all miss him.

To Matt Sarri, Andy Anderson, and Sean Tracy all taken way too soon (class of 87 Neg.) and to Grandpa W. who had a long life but not long enough. I miss them all and they all loved the outdoors of the U.P.

In memory of our father Beck. Still miss you
Dad. Also for our servicemen and women.

In loving memory of Vincent Earl Botts, on his birthday. Happy Birthday!! Love You Much, Sonja

In loving memory of my husband, Tom, who was taken from this earth at age 34 by a drunk driver at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 1989. (Please don't drink and drive!) Thank you, Lord, for bringing another special man into my life after all these years. We'll be getting married and moving to the Keweenaw in 2005.

I'd like to add Bob Bemer to this month's memorial.

Father of ASCII and an early computing pioneer.

Without his work the Internet would surely not exist.

in memory of Elaine Tandy ... passed away 4 years
ago this month... miss her much...a very good
friend indeed

Yooper-to-Be: congratulations! It's uplifting to all of us to hear of your happiness.

Finngal, Hakala was my grandparents name. Grandfater was Elmer, wonder if there is any relation. Feel free to email me.

In Memory of My dog "Charlie Brown" one of the best I have ever known. I miss him terribly and it has been over 4 years now. I still get tears thinking of him.

No doubt...Yooper to Be!!! How wonderful a blessing to have all that love in your life. Enjoy it....

In memory of my father, another Jacobsville Resident for over 25 years-- Tom Maatta-- we lost him June 7th 1997-- Jake isn't the same without you, Dad!! And for my Grandma Bern Decker, her memorial mass and burial was June 17th 2004. It was great to see all the New Mexico residents come up to the UP again! You're both in my heart!

In memory of legendary great Marlon Brando who passed away today at the age of 80.

In memory of my grandmother Dorothy Malmquist (Jutila)who passed away a few weeks ago..going up north will not be the same without you.

I would like to remember President Ronald Reagan, Singer Ray Charles, and Casey the Pasty Central Dog.

In memory of Mary Gervais--nobody loved to take part in the 4th of July celebrations more than Mary. Always in the parade with her family. Always dancing to the live music somewhere in town. Always spending time with the kids............a special part of July 4th was missing this year.

In loving memory of KEVIN DOUGLAS HAMLIN 3/25/82-6/11/04...because of you, I will never stop dreaming. I love you, Kev...miss you more than you know. Thank you for being in my life and showing me what love really is.

I too, have two special "Mothers" I DEARLY miss,
one is my Mother, Marllyn "Alvord" Lusk, and my
"Mother" IN-LAW,Marie "Teeples" "Pollard" Platte,

There both are from Jackson,Michigan. I lost my Mother 22 years ago, theres not a day that goes by
that i don't think of her.

"Mother" Pollard,Platte,i lost 5 years ago,she was
one of a kind,taught me how to can veggies and how
to cook for 10, that was her childern,then there
was,spouses too!! I will never be able to replace
either of them, NOT that i was planing to.

MAY you ALWAYS hold your family in your arms any
chance you get, LIFE IS TOO SHORT, and the hours
are ticking away.

BLESS EVERY ONE!!

Dinah Pollard

I too, have two special "Mothers" I DEARLY miss,
one is my Mother, Marllyn "Alvord" Lusk, and my
"Mother" IN-LAW,Marie "Teeples" "Pollard" Platte,

There both are from Jackson,Michigan. I LOST MY
Mother, 22 years ago, Seems like yestered, not a
day goes by that i don't think of her.

"Mother" Pollard,Platte,i lost 5 years ago,she was
one of a kind,taught me how to can veggies and how
to cook for 10, that was her childern,then there
was,spouses too!! I will never be able to replace
either of them, NOT that i was planing to.

MAY you ALWAYS hold your family in your arms any
chance you get, LIFE IS TOO SHORT, and the hours
are ticking away.

BLESS EVERY ONE!!

Dinah Pollard

Phil Kestie...it has been many years now, I miss my beloved friend