Frank W. Christopherson, Jr., who served as owner and publisher of two newspapers in Bayfield County, 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.
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.
Frank also served as a Democratic member of the Wisconsin state Assembly and state Senate. Following two terms in the Assembly, he served in the Senate from 1963 to 1967. During his political career, Marilyn served as Frank’s campaign manager.
Frank died Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020, in Duluth, Minn. He was 93.
