Markku Kaarlo Kangas

KANGAS, Markku Kaarlo – It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Markku Kaarlo Kangas on November 11, 2026, at the age of 91.

Markku is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Terttu, daughter Irene (Walter), sons Henry (Sandra) and Mark (Meg), beloved grandchildren Tania, Cody, Brady, Matthieu, Miikka, Myllha, James and the late Ashley, brother Heikki and sister Armi of Finland.

Markku came to Canada from Ala Harma, Finland in 1959, settling in Kirkland Lake where he met and married Terttu. Markku first worked in the Kirkland Lake Gold Mines and then moved to Island Lake to work in the forestry industry for many years, first owning and operating forestry equipment, then in later years becoming foreman of the logging operation. After the closure of this mill in 1982, Markku and Terttu moved to Sault Ste. Marie where Markku became the first caretaker at the newly built Kotitalo and then Suomi Eesti Maja until his retirement.

Markku loved spending time at his cottage in the earlier year at Serviss Lake and then Bluewater Bay on the shores of Lake Superior. Markku loved woodworking, hunting, fishing, and his time outdoors.

Our family would like to send a sincere thank you to the great staff, nurses, doctors, and PSW’s at Mauno Kaihla Koti for all their hard work and fantastic care provided for Markku over the past 3 and a half years.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date yet to be determined. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Markku’s honour can be made to the Ontario Finnish Resthome Association (New MKK) and would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Arthur Funeral Home – Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington Street E; 705-759-2522). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com.