Catherine Kallio

Obituary of Catherine Kallio Hancock Catherine A. (Ronald) Kallio, 66, a resident of Hancock, passed away Sunday June 14, 2009, at Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium where she had been a resident patient for the past 3 days following a lengthy illness. She was born on September 9, 1942, in Laurium, a daughter of the late Walfred and Marie (Mongeau) Lokojarvi. As a child she attended the Calumet Schools. On July 1, 1961 she was united in marriage to Ronald Kallio. The couple has resided in Copper City, Laurium, and for over the past 45 year have made their home in Hancock. Mrs. Kallio was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church of Hancock where she was active with the church choir, she was also a member of F.O.E. Aerie #2211 of South Range. Cathy loved to cook, bake, and spend time with her family. She was a wonderful wife, mom, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to all. Surviving are: Her husband: Ronald Kallio of Hancock Her children: Keith (Marlene Lappeus) Kallio of Hancock Jody (Kelly) Kallio of Hancock Greg (fianc?e Jenifer Verberkmoes) Kallio of Calumet Lisa (Todd) Markham of Oscar 16 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren Her sisters: Gladys Lanni-BrownLee of Hancock Carole (Dave) Kangas of Atlantic Mine 3 Aunts Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins A memorial service for Catherine will be held 11 am Thursday June 18, 2009, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church of Hancock with Rev. Jimalee Jones & Licensed Lay Minister Clay Himan to officiate. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery of Ahmeek. To view Cathy's obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net. The Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Hancock has been assisting the family with the arrangements. To send flowers to the family of Catherine Kallio, please visit Tribute Store