Mindy Michelle Sarkkinen

Mindy Michelle Sarkkinen

September 11, 2001 - May 23, 2021

Mindy Michelle Sarkkinen was born September 11, 2001 in Vancouver, Wash. She was God's own and he took her to heaven on May 23, 2021 at the age of 19. She was a member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. Mindy loved her family and friends. She was deeply loved by them and all that knew her.

Mindy is survived at home by her parents Donald and Michelle of Woodland, Wash., brothers - Jonathan (Katie) with Tyler, Jaylen, and Tanner of Battle Ground, Wash., Kurt, Wade, Arne and Travis all of Woodland, Wash. Her maternal grandparents John and Lillian Sarkinen of Waverly, Minn., and so many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Mindy was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Wilfred and Doris Sarkkinen and her tiny infant sisters.

In spite of her many medical trials, Mindy brought joy and happiness to those around her. She had the most loving and forgiving heart. The simple pleasures in life brought her joy. She graduated from Woodland High School in June 2019. She loved babies, going to church and weddings, singing hymns and patriotic songs, all birthdays and holidays, and visiting family and friends. We love you, our sweet Mindy!

We would like to thank all the staff of Woodland High School and Doernbecher Children's Hospital for the love and care they have shown Mindy and our family.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 28 at the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church of Woodland, 1610 Dike Access Rd, Woodland, WA 98674. A viewing will be held at the conclusion of the service. Burial will be at Frank Abel Cemetery.

A visitation and viewing will be held the evening prior, Thursday May 27 from 6-8 PM at the same location.

All are welcome to both.