Roland Leo Byykkonen

Roland Leo Byykkonen obituary, Battle Creek, MI

Roland Leo Byykkonen

Roland Byykkonen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service on Jan. 3, 2025.

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Roland Leo Byykkonen, 85, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at Stone Ridge Assisted Living & Adult Foster Care. He was born on September 15, 1939, the son of Leo and Alice (Tobey) Byykkonen.
Roland enjoyed listening to music and singing. He was an avid sports fan, supporting all the Detroit teams. He will be missed by his family and friends.
Roland is survived by his children, Rose (Mark) Williams, Roger (Faith) Byykkonen; grandchildren, Kay (Brandon) Williams, Chris Bammer, Victoria (Kyle) Shafer, Audrey Byykkonen, Abigail Byykkonen; great-grandchildren, David Williams, Allen Williams; and ex-wife, Raymonda Byykkonen. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Roy Byykkonen; 3 sisters and 1 brother.
At this time, cremation has taken place and a private family interment will take place at a later date.
Memorials may be made to Stone Ridge Assisted Living & Adult Foster Care in memory of Roland.
Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. 269-788-9800. www.baxterfuneral.com.

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