Donald Erick Hakanen Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Donald Erick Hakanen of Chatham, Michigan, who passed away on January 23, 2023, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Erick Hakanen to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Erick Hakanen and Lillian Hakanen (Peterson); and his siblings, Alice Haapala (Art), Edwin (Alice) and Wally Hakanen.

He is survived by: his wife Betty Knaus of Traunik; his sons, Mike (Tina), Gary, Larry (Dolly) and Jeff; and his grandchildren, Ericka, Cody, Diane, Nikki, Max, Maranda and Sydney. He is also survived by nieces and nephews; and four grand dogs.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bowerman Funeral Home

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