Karl J. Massie

Coles Creek

Karl J. Massie, 61, a resident of Coles Creek, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, at UP Health Systems – Portage Hospital following a lengthy illness.

He was born on February 20, 1963, in Hancock, a son of the late James and Rita (O'Brien) Massie. Karl was raised in Houghton and was a graduate of the Hancock High School with the class of 1981.

Following High School Mr. Massie worked for Herman Gundlach Contracting and Martino Morris Contracting before beginning a career working for Great Lakes Plastics until his health would no longer allow him to work.

Karl enjoyed being outdoors Camping, fishing trips with his family to Isle Royal, thinking on projects, going for side x side rides taking Sunday Sauna's and working on his boats.

Preceding him in death were his parents and his beloved fury friend Collie.

Surviving are: His brothers and sisters: Dorene (LeRoy) Bonds of Hubbell Bobby (Shana)Massie of Greer, SC Paul (Sheri Westman) Massie of Ontonagon Roger (Darlene) Massie of Mahtowa, MN Charlene (John) Sintkowski of Houghton Kevin (Tracy) Massie of Ahmeek Jason (Carrie) Massie of Atlantic Mine Numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins

Karl's family would like to thank Mark Coponen and his family with the years of friendship they shared with Karl over the years.

As requested, a private graveside service will be held later this year in the Forest Hill Cemetery of Houghton.

To view Karl's obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net.

Memorial contributions for Karl are requested to be directed to the Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremations Service - Hancock Chapel to help with expenses.

The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangement