Leslie R. Raisanen, 82 of Bergland, passed away at his home on September 1, 2014.

He was born February 10, 1932 in Palmer, MI to Karl and Hilja (Hyvvonen) Raisanen. He graduated from Negaunee high school in 1951. In 1959, he began working at White Pine Copper Co., where he remained until his retirement. He married Bertha "Betty" Elizabeth Torro, of Tapiola in August, 1952.

Leslie had a passion for fishing. Other interests include trapping, hunting and playing Bingo. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

He is survived by daughters: Nancy Young of Ontonagon, Judith (Ray) Sandy and Patricia (Larry) Bowman, both of Mass City; sons: Robert (Heidi) Raisanen of DePere, WI and Dale (Susan) Raisanen of Menominee, MI; brothers Carl Raisanen of Mass City, Theodore Raisanen of Bruce Crossing and Frank Raisanen of Palmer; grandchildren Quentin (Sarah) Store of Seymour, WI; Valarie (Barry) Butrymowiecz of Mountain, WI; Brian Sandy and Betty Jo Sandy, both of Mass City; April (Kip) Seid of Menominee, MI; Teri (Matt) Connor of Pineville, NC; Meagan (Paul) Raisanen and Adam (Shurie) Raisanen, both of DePere, WI; and three great-grandchildren. Leslie is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty; and grandson David Store.

In accordance with Leslie's wishes, cremation has taken place. The Cane Funeral Home a