The family of Gary Gilbert Kaukinen is saddened to announce his passing of cancer on April 24, 2022 at Roseview Manor of Thunder Bay.
Gary was the eldest son born on April 7, 1943 to Arne and Rozina Kaukinen. Gary was a devoted school teacher for PACI for 30 years and a longtime member of Epiphany Lutheran Church, serving twice as council president.
Gary is lovingly remembered by his wife Sylvia; children Jamie (Cathy) Kaukinen, Katie (Ted) Kaukinen, Karia (Ben) Kaukinen, and Jonathan (Rebecca) Kaukinen; grandchildren Nathaniel, Hannah, Johnny, Patrick, Maeve, and Emery; siblings Rene (Paulette) and Dana (Lana); three nieces, one nephew, and many extended family members and dear friends. Additionally, he is survived by Sylvia’s family: two sons Paul (Donna) and Daniel (Sandra), grandson Ryan and granddaughters Danielle and Jessica.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 6, at 11:00 a.m. at the Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel with Pastor Steven Bartlett officiating.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.sargentandson.com.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Gary Kaukinen Sunday April 24th 2022..
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Death notice for the town of: THUNDER-BAY, Province: Ontario