Photo courtesy of McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home - Ironwood
Ironwood, Michigan
Aug 11, 1942 – Aug 28, 2014
Larry Gene Kangas, 72, of Island Lake in Iron Belt, died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014, at home, following a brave two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on the Kangas family farm in Iron Belt on Aug. 11, 1942, to Laila and Eino Kangas, and his given Finnish name was Lauri. He...
Read MoreDear Betty and girls,
Larry was very dear to the Perttula family. I was honored to have grown up and got to know him as an adult also. We loved hearing of his and your adventures. He's leaving quite a legacy with his wonderful family. Love to you all, Rita and Richard Wiegel
Rita Wiegel
December 29, 2014 | Silver Bay, MN
Betty and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you--it's always hard to lose a loved one. We will send a memorial to Zion in his name--Bob and Janet Harma (Dororthy's son)
September 05, 2014
A great guy who has touched so many. I will always remember chatting about adventures at church gatherings and the hunting trip on the Wood River with Larry and my father. Those great memories will last forever. Larry, you made a lasting impression. Thank you.
Matt Hanson
September 03, 2014 | Saint Mary's, AK
Deepest sympathies for the loss of such a unique, strong and wonderful man.
Blessings to you and your family.
Jess Alenov (Kolya, Nicky and Mia)
Jess Alenov
August 30, 2014 | Hudson, WI
Dear Betty:
We are so very sorry to learn that Larry has passed away. We have many good memories of playing cards & visiting when you lived in Madison. Our deepest sympathy to you & your family on you loss.
In Sympathy,
John & Judy Kompsie
John & Judy Kompsie
August 30, 2014 | Madison, WI