Arne A. Hanninen passed away on December 20, 2020 in Livonia, MI. Born in Nisula, MI on July 4, 1924, he was 96 years old.

Arne is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann, daughter Peggy Hanninen and grandson Jon (Yuliya) Hanninen, granddaughter Emily Hanninen; Niece Liisa (Don) Danner and grandniece Kate Danner, grandniece Alexa Danner and numerous family members and friends.

He was predeceased by parents David and Mary Hanninen, brother Elmer and sister-in-law Kathryn Hanninen and son Warren.

During WWII, Arne served in the Army (Tenth Mountain Division) and continued in the Air Force ROTC program while attending Michigan Technological College. He graduated from Michigan Technological College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry and continued with the Air Force Reserves retiring in 1965 as a Captain. Arne was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed playing golf and traveling. Of his many travels, his visit to his parents' homeland of Finland was his favorite. Another favorite of Arne's was his grandchildren and many vacations that they enjoyed together as a family. As a proud member of the Finnish Center, he and Mary Ann enjoyed attending many functions provided at the Center.

Memorial service 1:00 pm Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River, Farmington. Officiating Rev. Dr. Mark Fisher, St. John Lutheran Church.

Family to receive friends one hour prior to service.

Interment at Great Lakes National Cemetery.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Finnish Center Association

Wednesday, December 30, 2020

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

33603 Grand River Avenue
Farmington, Michigan 48335

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020

1:00 PM

33603 Grand River Avenue
Farmington, Michigan 48335

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