Carol Jane Heinonen died March 30, 2021, age 82.

Carol was born on July 25, 1938 in Calumet, Michigan, the daughter of Otto and Esther Ruotanen. She married John Edward Heinonen in April 8, 1961. They raised their family in Milford and then after retirement resided in Howell. She is preceded in death by her parents Otto & Esther Ruotanen, Paul Ramberg, son in-law Thomas Tormanen, and Grandson Daniel Heinonen. Carol leaves behind her husband, 13 children,

Mark (Margo) Heinonen of Howell, Beth (Mike) Pennala of Fenton, Bruce (Lynn) Heinonen of Northville, Tim (Jane) Heinonen of Linden, Randy (Mary Kay) of Howell, Susan (Larry) Anderson of Linden, Dennis (Joan) Heinonen of Linden, Katy (Kurt)Sturos of Howell, Kari (Eric) Frantti of Howell, Gary (Becky) Heinonen of Hartland, Kristy (Jeff) Huotari of Long Lake, MN, Cindy (Brian) Huotari of Buffalo, MN and Shelley (John) Pennala of Howell.

109 grandchildren, 56 Great Grandchildren, sisters Noreen (James) Laho, Lois (Tom) Kramer and brother Phil (Elizabeth) Ramberg, numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Family services held at Riddle Cemetery, Howell, Michigan.