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Ruth Kauppi

HOWELL — Ruth Kauppi, 80, died on March 19, 2018, in Howell.

Ruth was born in Detroit on November 24, 1937. She was raised in Hancock and was a graduate of Hancock High School.

Ruth later attended Highland Park General Hospital School of nursing, receiving her Nursing degree in 1958.

Ruth is the loving mother of David Kauppi, Susan Kauppi and Karen (Don) Cavell; cherished grandmother of Kyle Kauppi, Parker Cavell and Gavin Cavell; the sister of Lois (Tom) Heltunen; and aunt of Jenny (Tim) Van Pamel, Mark (Renee) Heltunen, Rebecca (Pete) Torola and their families.

Ruth was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles Kauppi, of 54 years; her son, Michael Kauppi; and parents, Helmer and Elvie (nee Poyhonen) Abramson.

The funeral services are at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 24, 2018, at the First Apostolic Lutheran Church in Howell.

The visitation is from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018, at the church.

Interment is in Riddle Cemetery in Oceola Township.