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As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service:
Patricia F. (Hahka) Wiitanen from Lake Annie Rd, Hancock, passed away on May 20, 2023 at UPHS- Marquette, where she had been a patient for the last 10 days.
Pat was born on November 17, 1947, to John & Evelyn (Olson) Hahka at St. Joseph Hospital in Hancock. She graduated from Hancock High School in June 1965. After that, she went to school in Detroit to become a beautician.
On June 17, 1967, she married the love of her life, Wallace “Buddy” Wiitanen. She always mentioned that they had been together since she was 14.
Pat loved her family & Elvis. She enjoyed traveling, reading, her crafts and visiting. She could start a conversation with anyone, anywhere.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Buddy; her parents, John & Evie; baby sister, Cindy; & foster brother John Hanke.
She is survived by her children, Terry, Gene (Amanda), Brian, & Cheryl Wiitanen; grandsons Peyton & Mason; sister Pam (Mike) Matson; foster sister- in-law; Lu Hanke; special friends Glenn & Eeva Peroceschi; cats Sassy & Trouble (whom she named); and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Per Pat’s wishes, there will be a small graveside service, Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at 11 am for immediate family and friends at Lakeside Cemetery, with Pastor Chuck Bylkas officiating.
To view Pat’s obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchaepl.net.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
