Allan John Kaare
December 29, 1928 ~ March 30, 2016 (age 87) 87 Years OldShare using:
Allan John Kaare 87 of Trout Creek passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 in Duluth, MN.
He was born on December 29, 1928 in Agate, MI to the late Henry & Maria Kaare. On August 8, 1959 Allan was united in marriage to Arlene Lespi. She preceded him in death in 1998.
Allan was a graduate of Trout Creek High School. After graduation, he went on to Suomi College and then Northern Michigan University where he earned his teaching degree. Allan taught at Ewen-Trout Creek High School for 30 years, retiring in 1985. He served in the Army during the Korean War and was awarded a Purple Heart.
Allan enjoyed fishing, sports, watching his grandchildren grow and spending time with his special friend Phyllis Gustafson.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his sisters Elma, Saima & Ellen “Tynne” and brothers George & Arvo.
Allan is survived by his sons Jay (Carolyn) & Bill (Rae), grandson Jason (fiancé Kelly) and granddaughter Lacey.
Funeral services for Allan will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Trout Creek on Monday, April 4th at 11 a.m. eastern time. Friends may call at the church 2 hours prior to the start of the service. Spring burial will take place in the Agate Cemetery in Agate, MI. The Cane Funeral Home-Bruce Crossing Chapel is assisting the family.
