James W. Laitinen Obituary
In loving memory of James W. Laitinen (Champion, Michigan), who departed this world on March 19, 2026 at the age of 67. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Sulo Latinen and Jeanette Latinen; and his siblings, Carrie Laforest and Roger Laitinen (Deni). He is survived by: his children, Brian Laitinen of Neenah, WI and Jenny Diedrick (Casey) of Greenville, WI; his grandsons, Dawson Laitinen of Neenah, Liem Laitinen of Neenah and Dylan Diedrick of Greenville, WI.; the mother of his children Donna Niemi of Champion, MI; his sister Maryann Schwanke of National Mine, MI; his brother-in-law Dennis Laforest of Greenwood Loc; and his nephews, Gage Laitinen (Lorissa) and Ethan Laitinen (Helena). He is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends.
