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William E. Perttu

BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. — William E. Perttu, 68 of Bruce Crossing, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital.

He was born Aug. 15, 1954, in Wakefield, to the late Arvo and Mildred (Saukkooja) Perttu.

William was preceded in death by his parents, as well as several aunts and uncles.

He is survived by his brother, Jim; son, Darren; daughter, Nicole; grandchildren, Arvo, James and Evan; several aunts and many cousins.

A service will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 20, at Cane Funeral Home-Bruce Crossing Chapel. Pastor Ted Trudgeon will officiate with visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 1 p.m. Interment will take place in the spring.

A luncheon will be held at Twilly's in Bruce Crossing, following the service.

Cane Funeral Home-Bruce Crossing Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.