Wilbert Perttula 95 of Trout Creek, MI passed away October 11, 2016 at Jacobbetti Home for Veterans in Marquette Michigan.

He was born June 28, 1921 in Trout Creek Michigan to John and Fanny (Ollila) Perttula. Wilbert served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. He worked as a lumbar grader for many different lumber mills and taught  lumber grading at Michigan Tech University. On June 9, 1951 he was in united in marriage to Lois (Carlisle) Perttula. They were together for 69 years including their dating time and marriage.

Wilbert loved to woodwork and gave many of the pieces he made as gifts to family members. He also enjoyed making wood and was never happier than on a wood pile.

Wilbert is survived by his children Terry (Sheila), Kenneth (Florence), Nancy (Bruce) Porier, Steven (Kelly), Timothy (Sunni) and Trina (Rory) Hokens, 16 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, former daughter-in-law Patricia, Sister Ruth Steinmetz, brother Reverend Ruben Perttula and numerous nephews nieces and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Waino, Walfred, Wilho & Wesley and an infant sister Viola.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 2 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Trout Creek Michigan. Friends may call the church from 1 to 2 on Saturday. Burial will be in the Trout Creek Cemetery with military rites provided by Ontonagon County Veterans Association.

The Cane Funeral Home – Bruce Crossing Chapel is assisting the family.