Muriel E. Fite, 93 of Crystal Falls, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls. She was born on June 8, 1921 in Crystal Falls, daughter of the late Russell and Delia (Savageau) Laplant. She attended school in Crystal Falls, graduating from Crystal Falls High School in 1940. She was a lifelong resident of Crystal Falls. Muriel married Lloyd Reid on February 18, 1950 and he preceded her in death on February 2, 1978. Muriel enjoyed bowling, archery, knitting and oil painting. She was also an avid H.A.M. Radio operator. She married Calvin Fite on September 19, 1983 and he preceded her in death on October 16, 2002. She was further preceded in death by her daughter, Sally E. Reid on September 28, 1959, a son, James Reid on December 1, 2008, and her twin sister Merle Yurchak in 1999. Muriel is survived by her daughter in-law, Laura K. Reid of Crystal Falls; and her grandson, Robert L. Reid; nephew Richard Slade of Ironwood. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 26 at 10:00 am at the United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls. Rev. Micheal Laakko will officiate. Burial will be in the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Crystal Falls. In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established in her memory. Condolences to the family of Muriel E. Fite can be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home of Crystal Falls with the funeral arrangements.
Muriel E. Fite, 93 of Crystal Falls, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at the Iron County Medical Care Facility in Crystal Falls. She was born on June 8, 1921 in Crystal Falls, daughter of the late Russell and Delia (Savageau) Laplant.... View Obituary & Service Information