Wayne A Karvonen

August 28, 1939 - November 19, 2016

Wayne A. Karvonen, age 77, of Pelkie, passed away at his home with his family by his side on Saturday, November 19, 2016. He was born in L’Anse, MI on August 28, 1939 the son of the late Edwin and Martha (Partanen) Karvonen. Wayne graduated from Baraga High School in 1957 and then served in the National Guard. He married the former Patricia Niemi in Pelkie on April 14, 1962. Wayne had been employed as a forklift operator at Celotex Corporation in L’Anse, retiring 15 years ago. He enjoyed hunting, trapping, wood working and tinkering on tractors. Wayne is survived by his loving wife Patricia of Pelkie, sons Wayne (Lori) Karvonen, Greg Karvonen and Jeff Karvonen all of Pelkie, 3 grandchildren, brothers Mike (Ellen) Karvonen of Nisula and Bob (Debbie) Karvonen of L’Anse. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Dave and his sister Carol Richards. A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held at a later time.