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Laurium |
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Died February 22, 2010 |
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Homer Keranen, 76, a resident of Laurium passed away at his home on Monday February 22, 2010 following a lengthy illness.
He was born on November 2, 1933 in Houghton a son of the late Eli and Ida (Mattson) Keranen.
He graduated from Hancock High School with the class of 1953.
On September 17, 1966 he was married to the former Mary Lynn Honold.
Homer was employed at Ala Gas, now Ferrell Gas, and for most of his life he worked as a mechanic for Stevenson Chevrolet in Hancock and Laurium Village until his retirement in 1996. In his retirement years he still worked part time as a mechanic for Keweenaw Mountain Lodge.
Homer enjoyed lake trout fishing and stream fishing, bird hunting, rabbit hunting,
4 wheeling and spending time at the families camp at Lake Medora. He was a handyman fixing up whatever need to be fixed for whoever needed it fixed. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was always happy. His grandkids held a special place in his heart and their Papa will be deeply missed.
Preceding him in death was his parents and a sister Lorraine Merila.
Surviving is:
Wife Mary Lynn
Son Mike (Sara) Keranen of Fulton
2 Grandchildren: Dustin and Kayla
Niece: Lynn Nepper of Iron Mountain
Funeral services will be held on Thursday February 25, 2010 at 11:00 AM in the Erickson Crowley Funeral Home in Calumet with Pastor Sydney Morris to officiate
Friends may call at the Erickson Crowley Funeral Home in Calumet on Wednesday from 6-9 PM and one hour prior to the funeral on Thursday.
Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Ahmeek.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.ericksoncrowley.com.
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February 24, 2010 |
6-9 PM |
Erickson Crowley Funeral Home |
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February 25, 2010 |
11:00 AM |
Erickson Crowley Funeral Home |
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Nick and Faye Crain (lobb- Lake Medora |
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midland mich |
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Mike and family sending our sympathy in the loss of your father and a long residence of Lake Medora, The old timers remember him . Faye and Nick |
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Bill Bayles |
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So sorry to hear of Homer's passing and you have our deepest sympathy and prayers for the days ahead also. Homer and I had a lot of good times working in Laurium at the village garage. He had such a good sense of humor and he will be surely missed!
I'm retired now and didn't hear about this until now but wanted you to know that I enjoy the memories of him and hope you all let the memories keep you going also. All my best wishes, Bill |
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Mike, Amy and Jynessa Maninga |
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Ahmeek, MI |
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Mary Lynn, Mike, and family:
So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Homer standing behind the glass at the rink with my Uncle Jake and Auntie Tina while Mike and I were playing hockey as kids. Recently, Homer and Mary Lynn would stop me while I was working during the summers just to gab. He always had a story or joke to tell and he talked of Lake Medora often. He was a great guy, and will be missed a lot by many.
All our sympathy,
Mike, Amy and Jynessa Maninga |
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Dorothy Anthony |
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Homer was a nice man and i extend my sympathy to all your family. |
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Lorraine and Ben Juntikka |
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Hancock, MI |
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We were sorry to hear of Homer's passing on. We knew him since the 1940's and he was always a nice, friendly, caring person. Our thoughts are with your family. |
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Mr. & Mrs. Phill Brinkman |
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Five Mile Point |
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Dear Mrs. Keranen, Mike, Sara, Dustin & Kayla:
Take comfort in one another, and know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
With sympathy,
Mr. and Mrs. Phill Brinkman
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Mike Kargela |
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Mike and family,
Very sorry to hear of the loss of Homer. He was a good man and will be dearly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. |
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Robert C. Burris Jr. & Karen E. Burris |
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Henderson, Nevada 89052 |
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God Bless you Homer, for all you and your wife have done for the best of life. We thank you for
all you have done, and your caring heart that allowed your heart to reachout for your son.
God Bless you. |
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risola@charter.net |
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Ishpeming MI |
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Mary Lynn, Mike and family,
So sorry to hear about Homer. He was a wonderful guy, always had a smile and joke for you when ever you run into him.
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Love
George, Ruth, Matt & Nate Isola
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Randy and Jennifer Wetelainen |
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Kearsarge, MI |
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Mary Lynn, Mike and family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of Homer. He was such a sweet and caring man. I always loved talking to him and listening to his jokes and stories. Thinking of your family at this difficult time. He will be greatly missed by many! |
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Hartley & Laura Collins |
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Liminga |
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Dear Mary Lynn, Mike and Family: Our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May the beautiful memories he left you be of comfort in the days ahead. |
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