David Charles Karttunen
May 17, 1940 ~ April 12, 2015 (age 74) 74 Years OldShare using:
David Charles Karttunen, 74 of Ontonagon, passed away April 12, 2015 at his home.
He was born May 17, 1940 in Detroit to Arthur and Viola (Korvenpaa) Karttunen. He moved to Green, MI as a child, and has resided there since. Dave attended school in White Pine and Ontonagon. After graduation, he was employed by the paper mill and worked there for 44 years. He also attended heavy equipment school. On May 26, 1962 he married Pauline Conrad in Green, MI. They had two children: Kandy (JR) Richardson and Todd Karttunen.
Dave had a love of the outdoors, especially for hunting, fishing and four-wheeling. He loved the fall season. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and was a devoted family man who will be deeply missed.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents; twin brother Dennis; daughter-in-law Lynda (Roehm) Karttunen and daughter Kandy.
He is survived by his wife Pauline; son Todd; grandchildren Kyle and Rebecca; step-grandchildren Shannon and Ryan; sister Marlene (Ernest) Johnson; brother Doug (Sally) Karttunen and many nieces and nephews.
In accordance with Dave’s wishes, private family services will be held.
