Dorothy H. Jarvi
NEGAUNEE, MI – Dorothy Hope Jarvi, 99, of 98 Croix St., and formerly of Buffalo Road, Negaunee, entered eternal life late Wednesday evening, February 22, 2017 at UP Health System – Marquette.
Dorothy was born March 23, 1917 in Negaunee to John and Sandra (Kallioinen) Penhale, was a graduate of Negaunee High School and was a lifelong resident. She married Leo Jarvi on February 10, 1936 and together they raised four children.
Mrs. Jarvi was a devout member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Negaunee and belonged to the Abigail Circle. She was a wonderful homemaker and enjoyed caring for and spending time with her family.
Surviving are her son, Lloyd Jarvi of Negaunee; two daughters: Sandra (James) Luoma of Chassell and Lois (Larry) Kallioinen of Negaunee; daughter-in-law, Judy Jarvi of Negaunee; 15 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grand-children and one great -great-great-grandson; along with many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of 66 years, Leo Jarvi in 2002; her son, Paul ‘PJ’ Jarvi in 2015; granddaughter, Kathy Heidtman; four brothers: Howard, Donald, Howard and Bob Penhale; and a daughter-in-law, Grace Jarvi.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, February 28th at Immanuel Lutheran Church with Rev. Steven Solberg officiating. Burial will take place in the Negaunee Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends for one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday, and also at a dessert reception in the church fellowship hall following the service.
Mrs. Jarvi’s memorial page may be viewed online at www.koskeyfuner alhome.com, where memories and condolences may be shared.