Lawrence “Larry” Kahkonen, 84, of Chassell, formerly of L’Anse, passed away peacefully on Nov. 20, 2025.

He was born on Aug. 2, 1941, in Pequaming, Michigan, to Waino and Marie (Brunet) Kahkonen. Larry grew up with a strong work ethic and a love for hunting and fishing that followed him throughout his life.

Larry was an entrepreneur and creative fabricator who could make anything he needed. He worked for Pettibone as a welder and later he owned and operated Kahkonen Excavating and Kahkonen Construction. He was successful in starting several businesses throughout his lifetime and he loved to work.

He is survived by his children, Tracy (Lyle) Kahkonen-Olsen, Terrence (Suzanne) Kahkonen, and Pauline “Polly” (Brady) Schaefer; his grandchildren, Terrance Cranford, Rachel Lamson, Annie Fish,

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