Brian Harvala

Brian was born on January 20, 1978, in Ishpeming, Michigan, to Jacob ‘Jack’ and Karen Louise (Hytinen) Harvala. He was a proud 1996 graduate of Westwood High School.

A skilled and hardworking auto mechanic, Brian dedicated many years to Juntti’s Service and was most recently employed at Lemoine’s Automotive in Negaunee. His work ethic and mechanical talent were well known and respected by those who knew him.

Brian had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the Upper Peninsula lifestyle. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, collecting firearms, and range shooting. He also found great joy in cooking and was happiest spending time with his daughter, Hadley, who was the light of his life. Living on the Dead River Basin was something he deeply cherished, and he shared countless memories with close friends Erin and Jamie Faull, David and Cory Beth Grigg, and David Bosio.

He is survived by his beloved daughter Hadley Harvala; his parents, Jack and Karen Harvala; his brother Jeremy (Lisa) Harvala and their daughter Hanna; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and a wide circle of friends.

Brian was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack and Ellen Harvala and Raymond and Betty Hytinen.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor Brian’s memory.

Brian’s obituary may be viewed at bjorkandzhulkie.com, where online condolences may also be shared.