John Vertin

1844–1899 (age 55)

Biography

John Vertin, born in 1844, answered a call to serve the Roman Catholic faithful and became bishop of the Diocese of Sault Sainte Marie and Marquette, guiding the church through growth and social change.

He kept pastoral care at the center of his work, championing education and devotion, and the faithful remember him now as he rests in the crypt of St. Peter Cathedral.

Also buried at St. Peter Cathedral crypt

Frederick Eis
1843–1926 (age 83)
St. Peter Cathedral crypt
Frederick Eis (1843-1926) was buried in the crypt of St. Peter Cathedral.
Ignatius Mrak
1810–1901 (age 91)
St. Peter Cathedral crypt
Ignatius Mrak was a Slovenian-born Catholic bishop who served as the first Bishop of Marquette, Michigan.
Frederic Baraga
1797–1868 (age 71)
St. Peter Cathedral crypt
Frederic Baraga (1797-1868) was a Slovenian-born religious figure buried in St. Peter Cathedral crypt.