Obituary: Constance A. “Connie” Lytikainen

As received from the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel:

Constance A. “Connie” Lytikainen, age 80, of L’Anse, MI passed away Friday, November 27, 2020 at UP Health System, Marquette. Connie was born in L’Anse, MI on December 10, 1939 the daughter of the late Fred and Bernice (Elmblad) Borgen. Connie graduated from L’Anse High School. She married Gerald Lytikainen in L’Anse on June 28, 1958. He preceded her in death on December 30, 2005. Connie had worked for various flower companies and then owned and operated the Sunshine Flower Shop until her retirement. She was a member of United Lutheran Church, L’Anse. Connie enjoyed going to the Casino, drinking “Coke” playing cards, cooking, baking, sewing, knitting and making quilts. She would relax on Sunday’s by cooking a large dinner for family and friends.

Connie is survived by her loving children Michael (Sandra) Lytikainen, Corie (Bill) Saarinen and Tom Lytikainen all of L’Anse, grandchildren Christian Lytikainen of Marquette and Mike Lytikainen of L’Anse, great grandchildren Danica and Briella, brothers Dan (Karen) Borgen of North Carolina and Dale Borgen of L’Anse, sister Bernadette (Sonny) Funke of California, aunts Marie Elmblad and Rita Brennan both of L’Anse, uncle Clyde (Alyce) Elmblad of L’Anse, sisters-in-law Ruth Baker and Ann Alspaugh both of Keweenaw Bay, Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her grandson Ben Lytikainen.

A celebration of Connie’s life will take place at a later date and will be announced at that time.

Spring interment will take place in the Keweenaw Bay Cemetery.

Connie’s’ obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at www.reidfuneralservicechapel.com

The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.