Obituaries
 
 

Kevin Pini

 
Traprock
Died June 4, 2008
 
He was born on October 23, 1975 in Laurium a son of Dennis and Jane (Warn) Pini.

Kevin graduated from the Lake Linden-Hubbell High School with the class of 1994.
He participated in basketball, track and football and was a member of the 1992 Class DD State Football Championship team for Coach Ron Warner.

Kevin loved the outdoors, whether it was mule deer hunting in Montana where he bagged an 8 point mule deer at 420 yards, bird hunting at Bob Lake, fishing in the pond, riding his 4 wheeler or golfing at Sandy Pebbles. He also enjoyed life on the farm in Traprock raising pigs and tinkering with his tractors that won several tractor pulls at the Houghton County Fair over the years.

Kevin worked at Moyle Construction during his high school years and after school he worked as an auto body technician for his uncle Jim Warn at Keweenaw Auto Body in Calumet.

Kevin was very close to his paternal grandparents Peter & Cece Pini and maternal grandfather Bill Warn, all who preceded him in death, and he enjoyed helping them out. He was also preceded in death by an Aunt Pat Ranger.

Surviving are

His Parents: Dennis and Jane Pini of Bootjack

2 Sisters: Sarah Pini of Ypsilanti, MI
Gina (Dan) Labeske of Baraga

His special niece: Mylie LaBeske

Maternal grandmother: Lyla Warn of Traprock

Special Uncle: Jimmy Warn of Traprock

Aunts: Mary (John) Jackovich of Lake Linden
Debbie (Ken) Parker of Bootjack
Judy (Dinky) Berg of Bootjack
Mary (Jim) Drew of Lake Linden

Uncles: Bill (Allison) Warn of Bark River, MI
Ken (Trish) Pini of Brunswick, GA
Mike (Mary) Pini of Kingsford, MI

Numerous cousins and many friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday June 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the St. Joseph Church in Lake Linden with Fr. Francis Dobrzenski to officiate.

Friends may call at the Erickson Crowley Funeral Home in Calumet on Sunday June 8, 2008 from 3-8 PM.

The Erickson Crowley Funeral Home in Calumet is assisting the family with the arrangements and friends may leave condolences for the family at www.ericksoncrowley.com.
 
Visitation
Date: Time: Location:
June 7, 2008 3-8 PM Erickson Crowley Funeral Home
 
Service
Date: Time: Location:
June 8, 2008 11:00 a.m. St. Joseph Church
 

 
Online Condolences
 
   
 
From: Cindy Schoenfield Recker
  Linden, Mi
  So sorry to hear of Kevins passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Cindy, Nicolas and Emily.
 
 
 
From: Rebecca Collins
  Champion, MI
  So sorry for you loss. I went to school with Kevin before we moved away. I'll always remember the smile on his face! My deepest sympathy to your family, Becky Collins
 
 
 
From: Helen Gentile
  Hubbell
  To All of you in Kevins family.

May God send His angels to comfort you....I am sorry to hear Kevin has gone. One never understands why things happen but I always try and remember that God has the puzzle top and can see the whole picture....we just get pieces of the puzzle daily in this thing we call life.

Kevin was always polite when I spoke with him and he always had that wonderful smile of his.
I am sure he will be missed.....thank God for our wonderful memories.....

Respectfully,
Helen
 
 
 
From: Kristin McNally
  Hamilton, Montana
  I wanted to pass on my condolences to Kevin's family for this untimely loss. Kevin and I use to have so much fun back in high school. We got into some trouble at times, too, but Kevin was always smiling and it was always much fun. My thoughts are with Kevin's family and friends...he will be missed.
 
 
 
From: Sandra Hulsey
  Lake Linden, MI
  My thoughts and prayers are with you now and have been throughout your ordeal. May your memories of happier times with Kevin help you through this difficult time and sustain you in the future.
 
 
 
From: Janel (Parsons) Albrecht
  Neenah, Wisconsin
  Dear Dennis, Jane & family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful person and I will have fond memories of us as kids. He is now at peace and he can hurt no more. You know have a beloved guardian angel looking over all of you.
Sincerely and With Love,
Janel and Tyler Albrecht
 
 
 
From: Jennifer Anderson
  Euclid, Ohio
  Sarah and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss of your brother. Lisa sent me the email notifying me of what happened. Just remember that there are plenty of people that care about you and are there for you when you need it.
 
 
 
From: Robert and Theresa Barnes
  Montrose, Colorado
  Dennis, Jane and Girls and all of our cousins, Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Kevin is no longer suffering and is an angel watching over you. Love to you all, Robert and Theresa Barnes
 
 
 
From: LARRY-JUDY MARONEN
  CALUMET,MI
  WE JUST WANTED TO SAY HOW VERY SORRY WE ARE ABOUT YOUR LOSS OF KEVIN
 
 
 
From: Kathy Andresen (Schmitt)
  Lake Linden, MI
  I send you my deepest sympathy. I graduated with Kevin and loved having him as a classmate/friend. He was always so smiley, friendly, and easy going!
 
 
 
From: Amy Goulette
  Lake Linden, MI
  I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.

My family knows what you are going through, we went through this only two years ago with my brother, just different circumstances.

But just know he is with God now and his pain is no more. Keep the faith, that will help you get through this.

God Bless you all
 
 
 
From: Cindy (Smith) Barth
  Christchurch, New Zealand
  Have learned of Kevin's illness through Pasty.com
Would like to extending sincere sympathy to the extended family of Kevin Pini in your time of loss.
 
 
 
From: Tracy (Brulla) McCord
  Sault Ste Marie, MI
  I am so sorry for your loss. Whenever you needed to see a smile all you had to do was look at Kevin because he always had one on his face. He will be missed.

 
 
 
From: Cindy Russell
  Lansing, MI
  Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Kevin, I learned of his illness through Pasty.com and shared in his struggle. I am so sorry for your family's loss, but take comfort in knowing that he is with his Maker and his beloved family.
 
 
 
From: Anita Marsy-Bosley
  Hancock, Mich.
  Dear Jane, Dennis & Family,
Words seem so inadequate at a time like this, but sometimes they are all we have. Cherish your memories of Kevin, that is how he will live on in your hearts forever. May God grant you his Peace.
Sincerely,
Anita
 
 
 
From: Joanie
  Elwood, IL.
  May you rest in peace Kevin. God bless you.
 
 
 
From: Julie Ferguson
  Redford, MI
  I want to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of your son and brother. Kevin was a great man. I think one of the most memorable things about Kevin was that he always had a bounce in his step and a smile on his face, and how he enjoyed the simple things in life.
The last time I saw him was a few years ago at the Legion he was the same Kevin I always remembered. He told me about Montana and how beautiful it was, I was so happy that he had found a place that made him feel at home. Then when my Mom called to tell me that he was sick I was heartbroken ... not only for him but for you as well.
After losing my Mom last year, I know that the pain of losing someone to cancer is a very overwhelming process, and the only comfort you can find is knowing that he is no longer suffering and that is the most important thing.
I know that it will be a long process but I pray that one day you find comfort in your memories and laughter through your tears.

Much love and respect,

Julie Ferguson
 
 
 
From: Molly Koskela
  Traprock Valley
  My deepest sympathies to you all. Kevin is at peace now and no longer suffering. May God Bless you and help you through this difficult time in your lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
 
 
From: Sarah Makinen
  Chicago, IL
  I just wanted to say I am very sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing. I truly enjoyed spending time with Kevin. We had so much fun and shared many laughs. Kevin was a great person and he will never be forgotten. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
 
 
 
From: Gary and Theresa Wakeham
  Lake Linden
  Dear Dennis,Jane and Family
We are so sorry to hear about your loss of Kevin. My thoughts and Prays are with you and your family.
Gary and Theresa Wakeham
 
 
 
From: Gladys and Robert Collins
  Ishpeming, Michigan
  Dear Jane, Dennis, and family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Sincerely,
Gladys and Bob Collins
 
 
 
From: Jennifer (Bessner) Lanczy
  Freeland, Michigan
  I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Kevin. I enjoyed spending time with him in high school and I looked forward to seeing him at the loading zone. He is such a wonderful guy. I pray that he is at peace and enjoying heaven surrounded by family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
 
 
 
From: Kim Patana
  Calumet,MI
  I am so sorry to hear about Kevin. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
 
 
From: Rob HIll
  MInneapolis, MN
  Dear Jane, Dennis and family

I am very sorry about your loss. I have so many wonderful memories of growing up and going to school with Kevin, memories I will hold much closer and cherish now. It was a privilege to call Kevin a friend and he will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies, Rob
 
 
 
From: Deb (Durocher) Simoms
  Annandale, MN.
  Dear Jane and Dennis,
I'm so very sorry for you both at the loss of Kevin. I've been praying so hard that he would overcome this awful illness. He is with God now, and all of the grandparents that he loved so deeply. I will continue to pray for God to help you through this terrible time in your lives.
With deepest sympathy,
Deb & Ron Simons
 
 
 
From: Stephanie Abata
  Marquette, MI
  Sorry to hear of your loss, you are in my prayers.
 
 
 
From: judy byykkonen
  Traprock Valley
  My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know that Dan always enjoyed talking with kevin at Jimmmy's. He often asked me if i had heard how Kevin was doing.Now they are both happy in heaven. God bless you.judy byykkonen
 
 
 
From: Jodi Lauscher
  Milwaukee, WI
  I'm so sorry to hear about Kevin. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Love and prayers,
Jodi
 
 
 
From: Ben, Cindy & Mathias Curtin
  Wyoming, Michigan
  Our Deepest Sympathy and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow.
 
 
 
From: Josie (Rowe) Kulbacki
  Clinton Township, MI
  Jane and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your lose. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Josie and Family
 
 
 
From: Norman & Rose (Chopp) Harju
  Calumet, MI
  Our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of Kevin. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow. May you find some comfort in knowing that Kevin is Safe in the Arms of Our Dear Lord Jesus.
God Bless you all.
 
 
 
From: Dave & Michele Lane & Family
  L'Anse
  Gina and Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I know you were so proud of your brother and with the fight he gave to over come his illness. I never met your brother but I just know Mylie now has one very special gaurdian angel watching over her. If there is anything we can do...please just call. We would love to see our Mylie girl.
 
 
 
From: Eric Byykkonen
  Calumet, MI
  I'm so sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great a guy!! Know that people are lifting you up in prayers.....and more importantly, that God hears those prayers.
God Bless Always!!
 
 
 
 
 

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