Michael J. Leino

Michael (Mikko) Leino, age 72, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer and complications from an ongoing heart condition. He was born December 23, 1951 and was a lifelong resident in the Ely area. He lived most of his life on Burntside Lake (his favorite place) and his home was a central place for his family and friends to gather. He was the son of Lauren and Irene (nee Kivisaari) Leino and is survived by siblings Judith Horns (James), Richard Leino (Jackie), Philip Leino and David Leino (Susan). He is also survived by close cousins Walter Leino (Norma), Ronald Leino (Rhonda) and Pamela Leino-Mills, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins who will miss him greatly.

An electrician by training, he worked in multiple roles at the Northshore Mine (and its earlier iterations) and completed his career as a supervisor in the drilling department. Between the various disruptions in the operation of the mine, he worked in jobs from operating heavy equipment at a local salvage yard to doing small engine repair along with several diverse jobs between. He was universally well-liked and relied upon by family and by numerous cabin owners along the south shore of Burntside Lake where he oversaw and maintained their properties. He was always ready to share his wide-ranging knowledge and practical skills. He was a good man and will be missed for many things including his wild blueberry pies, expert boat rides, and love of saunas.

There will be a memorial service at Kerntz Funeral Home on November 27, 2024 at 2 p.m.

Memorials are preferred to the Ely Area Food Shelf.

Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home.

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