Albert "Abby" Honkanen

Albert C. “Abby” Honkanen, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in Manitowoc. He was born on December 7, 1930 to the late Charles and Cecelia (Goodreau) Honkanen in Beacon Hill, Michigan. He was drafted into the U.S. Marine Corp, and proudly served his country. On February 15, 1958 he married Sharon Franti in Dollar Bay, Michigan; she preceded him in death in 2003. Abby worked for Green Bay Structural Steel as a truck driver for many years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but most of all, spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his children; Marlene (David) Brey, Charlie (Andrea) Honkanen, Thomas (Lisa) Honkanen and Sharlene (Richard) Baillargeon, grandchildren; Daven, Shane, Craig, Mitchell, Ariana, Cassandra (Steve), Tommy, Kristopher (sp. Friend Caressa), Alisha and Joseph, great grandchildren; Zander, Ava, Lynzee, Evan, Xander and Olivia. Abby is further survived by his brothers; Jerry (Audrey) Honkanen and Eddie Erickson, sister in law, Joanne (Cliff) Hannula as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceding him in death are his parents, his wife, Sharon and brother, Donald (Toshiko) Honkanen. Family and friends may visit on June 1, 2017 from 3pm to 5pm at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, 14311 S. Maribel Rd, Maribel with Rev. Daniel Cole officiating. A memorial service will follow at 5pm at the church. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at Laurel Grove Assisted Living especially Tammy, Selena and Michelle for all the wonderful care given Abby.

Reception:
A reception will follow the service at the church.