Birth date: Jan 29, 1940 Death date: Jan 28, 2015
Ronald P. Tikkanen, age 74, of Keweenaw Bay passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital, L’Anse. He was born on January 29, 1940 the son of the late Peter and Elsie (Paulson) Tikkanen. Ron graduated Read Obituary
Joanne, Bonnie & Family, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing...He was a classmate of mine. With sympathy, Herb & Lou Tollefson
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. I am sure there will be a significant hole in your hearts. Please accept our condolences.
Debbie Stouffer and Chuck Kautto
Although I never got to know my cousin Ron very well, I do have pleasant memories of getting together with all the cousins on Sundays when most of the Tikkanens living locally would gather at our grandparents' farm. When it was potato-picking time, Ron was one of the "bigger boys", along with cousin Ken, who could lift the 50 pound bags of potatoes onto the pickup truck driven by Uncle Paul. I envied the fact that they could ride nonchalantly on the tailgate, while the rest of us younger kids were grubbing in the dirt for the spuds. Ron and Ken were both quiet, humorous, and always looked out for the rest of us.
I'm glad that I've had the chance to get to know Ron's daughters, Bonnie and Renee, at least a little through our mutual involvement in music. I know that your family has had to endure more than its share of loss, and my condolences go out to all of you during this time. Also, my thoughts are with my cousins Warren, Anita, and Norman on the loss of your big brother.
Oren Tikkanen
Ron and I were buddies in high school and graduated with the class of 1957. I talked to him when we were planning our class reunion this last summer. So sorry to hear of his passing..
Ron's family, so sorry to hear of his passing. I worked with him in the union and my wife and I got to spend time with him and his wife Nancy. Always enjoyed visiting and working with him. He was one of the nicest guys I have known. We are currently in Florida and will not be able to attend the funeral. Want to let you all know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
