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David W. Haapapuro

July 16, 1946 - November 25, 2011
Liminga, Michigan

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“My condolences to the family. I met Dave only a short time before his death; he was truly a nice man, and an excellent guitar player. I wish I...Read More » ”
1 of 15 | Posted by: Dick Storm - Hancock, MI - friend

“What a wonderful man who has touched many lives. He continues to be a guide and sound sense of "what-should-be" for me. Truly love that man! Love...Read More » ”
2 of 15 | Posted by: Cindy Love - IN - Friend

“Our deepest smypathy goes out to my dearest life-long friend Joanne and her family and Dave's family. We will forever be greateful to Dave for...Read More » ”
3 of 15 | Posted by: Jim and Linda (Hautala) Henry

“Jess may angels watch over you and yours in the days to come and bring you peace. Cindy ”
4 of 15 | Posted by: Cindy Markham Saterstad

“Jess and family: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. ”
5 of 15 | Posted by: Renee

“It is with great sadness that I learn of Dave's death. Please accept my deepest sympathies and may the Lord give you comfort as you go through this...Read More » ”
6 of 15 | Posted by: Lloyd Godell - Antigo, WI

“With fond memories, I remember David and share your sorrow. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a wonderful classmate and student back in...Read More » ”
7 of 15 | Posted by: Anne Bacon - Alanson, MI

“I will miss Dave but forever greatful to have had him as my friend. ”
8 of 15 | Posted by: Brian Lange - Hummelstown, MI

“Joanne and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Dave's love and caring for people was such an example of Jesus' love for us and it was a privilege to...Read More » ”
9 of 15 | Posted by: Pauline Autio - Friend

“Sorry, my computer filtered my name in my message and I couldn't get it rescinded. Gary Long ”
10 of 15 | Posted by: Gary Long - Loveland, CO

“Joanne and Family, Sorry to hear about your loss. May his SISU be carried on by the future generations he leaves behind. ********* (Your cousin...Read More » ”
11 of 15 | Posted by: ********* - Loveland, CO

“Joanne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I've only known Dave for a short time but he was a very special man. He touched the lives of so many...Read More » ”
12 of 15 | Posted by: Barb Podner - Friend

“I knew David from Jeffers and Tech. He was a great guy and friendly to all with a super sense of humor. My sympathies to the family at the loss...Read More » ”
13 of 15 | Posted by: Ron Hiltunen - Albuquerque, NM

“I am deeply saddened by this news of Dave's passing. I worked for many years with Dave at Dow Corning. He was a great engineer, but an even better...Read More » ”
14 of 15 | Posted by: Sue Jacob - Co-worker/friend

“Our deepest sympathy goes out to you Joanne and your family in your loss of Dave. We were sadden to hear of his passing away. Rick was so glad that...Read More » ”
15 of 15 | Posted by: Rick & Pat Hayrynen

Liminga
David W. Haapapuro went to meet his Lord and Savior on Friday morning, November 25, 2011, at Marquette General Hospital at the age of 65.
David was born July 16, 1946 in Hancock, MI, the oldest child of Walter and Miriam Haapapuro. He attended the Redridge School and graduated from Jeffers High School. In June of 1969 he graduated with honors from Michigan Technological University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He started work with Reserve Mining Company in Silver Bay, MN shortly after graduation.
In August of 1969 he married Joanne (Heltunen), and they resided in Silver Bay, MN for seventeen years. All three of their children were born there. In the course of his engineering career the family lived in: (1969) Silver Bay, MN, where he worked as a Senior Mechanical Engineer for Reserve Mining Co.; (1986) South Bend, IN, where he worked as the Director of Mechanical Engineering for Health Quest Corp.; (1988) Flint, MI, where he worked as the Mechanical Engineering Dept. Manager for SSOE, Inc.; and (1996) Saginaw, MI, where Dave was a Senior Energy Engineer for Dow Corning Corp. Dave retired from Dow Corning Corporation, Midland, MI, and he and Joanne moved to Liminga, MI. They enjoyed 16 months of retirement before amyloidosis took his life.
Dave is survived by his wife of 42 years, Joanne, their three children and three grandchildren: daughter, Jessica Haapapuro and grandchildren, Kiirsti and Erik Jamison; son, Matthew (Kathryn) and granddaughter, Khloe; and daughter , Melissa Haapapuro. Dave is also survived by his mother, Miriam, of Cypress Manor; his brother , Jim (Mary) and their sons , Walt (Marni)and their daughters, Erica and Jenna; and Joe; and brother, Gerald. Survivors also include his sister-in-law, Judy Sharrar; niece, Sarah (Bill) Johnson and their son, Isaac. Also former son-in-law, Dan Jamison. Dave has many friends and relatives within the Houghton County area as well as many friends in his previous work locations.
David was preceded in death by his brother, Joe ,in 1964 and his father, Walter, in 1969. Dave was so happy to be retired back in his home area. He enjoyed driving his tractors on the family property, playing guitar and singing on the praise team at church and participating in various local jam sessions, and spending time with family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at Houghton Baptist Church on Friday December 2nd at 11:00 AM. The family will greet relatives and friends at 10:00 AM. A lunch will follow in the fellowship hall.
A private burial will be held at the Liminga cemetery in the spring. Memorials may be given in David's name to the Amyloidosis Research Foundation, 4174 Meyers Ave. Waterford, MI 48329, Lake Superior Hospice, 914 W Baraga Ave., Marquette, MI. 49855, Omega House Hospice, 2211 Maureen Lane, Houghton MI. 49931 or Copper Country Habitat for Humanity, P.O. Box 231 Houghton, MI 49931
To view David's obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral home of Hancock has been assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Our deepest smypathy goes out to my dearest life-long friend Joanne and her family and Dave's family. We will forever be greateful to Dave for bringing, my husband, Jim to the Lord when we stopped to visit on our move out West. I followed shortly thereafter when Jim shared his testimony with me. When I think of Dave I see a loving husband, a caring father , a devoted son and brother. He was also a good singer and loved

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Posted by: Jim and Linda (Hautala) Henry - friends Dec 04, 2011

Jess may angels watch over you and yours in the days to come and bring you peace.

Cindy

Posted by: Cindy Markham Saterstad - Friend of Jess Dec 02, 2011

Jess and family: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Posted by: Renee Dec 02, 2011

Joanne and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Dave's love and caring for people was such an example of Jesus' love for us and it was a privilege to know him. He will be forever remembered and missed. The Lord be with you all and comfort you now in your time of grief.

Posted by: Pauline Autio - Friend Nov 30, 2011

Joanne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I've only known Dave for a short time but he was a very special man. He touched the lives of so many people. God be with you and give you comfort.

Posted by: Barb Podner - Friend Nov 29, 2011

I am deeply saddened by this news of Dave's passing. I worked for many years with Dave at Dow Corning. He was a great engineer, but an even better person and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Posted by: Sue Jacob - Co-worker/friend Nov 29, 2011

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you Joanne and your family in your loss of Dave. We were sadden to hear of his passing away. Rick was so glad that he was able to get re-aquainted with Dave after so many years since high school. Dave was a gentle, kind man with a heart of gold and a voice to match. He'll be singing songs in Heaven. You have many years of memories of your time togther and these memories

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Posted by: Rick & Pat Hayrynen - School friends w/ Dave & Joanne Nov 29, 2011

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