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Toivo John Jarvi

CALUMET — Toivo John Jarvi of Calumet, died peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 26, 2021. He was 97 years old.

Toivo was born May 21, 1924, to Henry and Maria Jarvi in Trout Creek.

He was in the Navy and served in World War II.

He married Alice Ranta on March 26, 1949, in Detroit.

While in Detroit, he worked as a carpenter. He had two sons, Alan and James, who both preceded him in death.

He retired to Trout Creek in 1983. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, and loved to spend his retirement time fishing, cutting wood and playing cards.

Toivo is survived by his wife, Alice; two grandsons and two great grandchildren; a daughter in law, Leslie Jarvi and multiple nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by two sons, Alan and James; a sister, Helen; and two brothers, Reino and William.

The family is planning a private burial.

Cane Funeral Home of Bruce Crossing is assisting the family with arrangements.