TWIN LAKES — In memory of Mary Esther Kieranen, 64, a resident of Twin Lakes (Toivola), who died unexpectedly at home early Thursday morning, May 15, 2025.

Mary was born March 24, 1961, as the daughter of Benhart and Esther Kieranen of Mass City.

After her family moved to Twin Lakes a few years later, Mary attended the Winona Elementary School within Elm River Township. Upon graduation from classes kindergarten through the eighth grade, she attended Jeffers High School in Painesdale, graduating with the class of 1980.

Following high school, Mary attended Gogebic Community College in Ironwood. There she studied graphic arts and design, graduating with an associate degree in her class of 1982.

After college, Mary returned home to Twin Lakes where she assisted her family at Twin Lakes Res

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