Karen Mattila Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Karen Mattila of Houghton, Michigan, who passed away on October 14, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Karen Mattila to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Karen is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Karen's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She is survived by: her children, Lennon Hughes (David), Lisa Mattila and Lynn Millane (Mark); and her sister Mona Tormala (Howard). She is also survived by several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be directed to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in the name of Karen Mattila.