WILLIAM PODNER Obituary
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Bill was born August 8, 1948 in Hancock to Raymond and Dorothy (Isaacson) Luoto and graduated from Jeffers High School, Class of 1966. He married Dawn Dickow on August 5, 1972 in Hancock before moving to Ishpeming to raise their family. Bill was a self-employed carpet installer, working with McCabe's Flooring and Carpet Specialists.
Bill was an avid Detroit sportsfan, cheering for the Lions, Tigers, Pistons and Red Wings. He loved listening to old country music; Waylon, Johnny and George, and enjoyed playing the lottery. Most importantly, he loved spending time with his family, especially being with grandchildren and watching their sporting events.
Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Dawn Podner; daughters: Michelle (Bud) Laitala of Negaunee; Danielle (Shane) Nault of Ishpeming; four grandchildren: Liam and Kenley Laitala, and Nolan and Eilee Nault; brother, Steven Luoto of Chassell; sisters: Christine (Fred) Vezzetti of Detroit, Susan Luoto of West Branch and Cathy (Don) Fox of Manistique. He was preceded in death by his parents; and infant son, Brandon; and his brother, Richard Podner.
A Celebration of Life and luncheon will be held from 1-4 pm on Saturday, May 31st at the Negaunee Elks Lodge.
The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Jeremy Steele, PA, UP Home Health and Hospice and The Trillium House for their wonderful care provided.
Bill's memorial page may be viewed at koskeyfuneralhome.com.
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