Rose Mary Haataja Obituary
We bid farewell to Rose Mary Haataja of Lanse, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 19, 2026 at the age of 92. Rose touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rose Mary Haataja to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Samuel Spruce and Margaret Lightfoot Spruce (Kipsoden); her husband Alexander A. "Alex" Haataja; her son Leslie "Les"; her siblings, Russell, William, Robert, Kenneth, Samuel Jr., Stephen, Evelyn Holapaa, Eleanor Seppanen, Barbara Mantila and Patricia; and her niece Terry Lee Haataja.
She is survived by: her children, William A. "Sonny" Haataja of L'Anse, Randy R. Haataja (Lynn) of L'Anse, Steven S. Haataja of L'Anse, Darren D Haataja of L'Anse and Laurie A. Irwin (Mark) of Baraga; her daughter-in-law Cindi Haataja of L'Anse; her grandchildren, Leslie Haataja (Megan), Corey Haataja, Cody Haataja, Amanda Bloxton-Kippola (Aaron), Steve Irwin, Jennie Clouthier (Andy) and Sean Spruce; her great grandchildren, Max, Enzo, Kian, Iris, Kia, Jackson, Kyla, Alex, Bodie, Teddy, Gunner, Adam, Miah and Nala; and her brother Ronald Spruce (Betty) of Aura. She is also survived by Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
