Frank W. Christopherson, Jr., who served as owner and publisher of two newspapers in Bayfield County, died Tuesday, Dec. 15, in Duluth, Minn. He was 93.
Christopherson was born May 24, 1927, in Superior, to Frank and Yvonne (St. George) Christopherson. After graduating from high school, he went on to attend Superior State College and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.
In May 1950, he married Marilyn Long in Superior. Together they had five children, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
For many years, the Christophersons owned and operated two newspapers in Bayfield County, the Iron River Pioneer and the Bayfield Press. During their time as newspaper owners, Frank served as publisher and Marilyn served as editor.
Christopherson also served as a Democratic member of the Wisconsin state Assembly and state Senate. Following two terms in the Assembly, Christopherson served in the Senate from 1963 to 1967. During his political career, Marilyn served as Frank’s campaign manager.
Visitation will begin at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 21, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Superior. A funeral Mass will follow at noon.
