DAVID A. WALITALO
October 12, 2003
DAVID ALLEN WALITALO, 49, of Gristmill Rd., Baraga, passed away suddenly at his home Sunday morning, October 12, 2003. He was born in L’Anse, MI. on September 27, 1954, son of Paul and Jean (Short) Walitalo. David graduated from Baraga High School in 1971 and remained a lifetime area resident. He was self-employed for many years as a well driller. Mr. Walitalo is survived by his daughters; Jacqueline and Jessica Walitalo of L’Anse, parents; Paul and Jean Walitalo, brothers; Mark Walitalo of Ann Arbor, MI., James Walitalo of Charlo, Montana, sisters; Paula (Gordon) Polito of Port Orchard, WA., and Lisa (Jeff) Siler of Spokane, WA., maternal grandmother, Ruby Short of Yuba City, CA. Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Arvo & Sally Walitalo, and maternal grandfather, Roy Short. A family service of remembrance will be held at a later date. Interment will take place in the Pelkie Cemetery. The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse is assisting the family with arrangements.
DAVID ALLEN WALITALO, 49, of Gristmill Rd., Baraga, passed away suddenly at his home Sunday morning, October 12, 2003. He was born in L’Anse, MI. on September 27, 1954, son of Paul and Jean (Short) Walitalo. David graduated from Baraga... View Obituary & Service Information