Lon J. Maki
April 28, 1947 …#8221; May 5, 2009
Published: Thursday, May 7, 2009 6:09 AM CDT
Lon J. Maki, 62, of Goodland, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2009, at the Fairview University Medical Center-Mesabi in Hibbing.Lonny was born on April 28, 1947, in Grand Rapids to Imo and Delores (Post) Maki. He grew up in Hibbing and moved to Goodland in his senior year graduating from Nashwauk High School. Following graduation, he entered the Air Force, was stationed in Taiwan and received an honorable discharge after his service.
When he returned home Lonny started to work for Minntac as an electrician apprentice and gained his journeyman status. Lon also worked at Butler Taconite & retired from National Steel in 2003.
He is survived by three children: Derik (Kelly) Schaefer, Troy (Heather) Maki, & Christi (David) Brooks. Two grandchildren Ruby Wren and William Lonny. Mother of his children: Sharon Konen. Brother: Lynn Maki. Niece Elizabeth Combs. Nephew: Eric Maki.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Imo & Delores (Post) Maki and stepfather, Roy Carlson.
Services: Held 2 pm Saturday, May9th 2009 at Goodland Community Center. The Rev. Roger Waid will officiate.
Thank you to everyone who called, emailed, and sent cards.
God bless you as you continue to go through some trying times. Derik, Troy & you did a great job in honoring your father. He would have been humbled and proud. He was a good man that people could be comfortable around. He never put on airs but was always down to earth with everyone and he knew how to forgive. Love, Mom
ReplyDeleteThanks Mom. That was beautiful. I couldn't have said it better myself!
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