Munising, Michigan – The Michigan State Police (MSP) is ending the search for a previously
reported missing man. On September 29, 2024, MSP Negaunee Post responded to a report that
65-year-old John Kueber was missing after he was believed to have gone kayaking on Lake
Superior. Mr. Kueber was last heard from on September 22, 2024.
After receiving this information, search efforts for Mr. Kueber involved personnel from MSP
Negaunee Post, MSP Aviation, MSP Canines, MSP Marine Services Team, Alger County
Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol, and the National Park Service. Despite extensive search efforts,
Mr. Kueber was not located.
On November 8, 2024, troopers were called to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore after hikers
spotted a deceased subject’s body had washed ashore. The body was not initially able to be
identified.
Through DNA analysis, MSP has now identified the body as that of the missing man, Mr. John
Kueber. Foul play is not suspected.
“This is not the outcome any of us were hoping for. We offer our condolences to the family,
friends, and all those who knew Mr. Kueber. We also thank all those who assisted in the search
efforts.” said Lt. Ben Eckola.
Mr. Kueber’s family has been notified and they are requesting privacy. Anyone with any further
information is asked to please contact the MSP Negaunee Post at 906-475-9922.
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