Christine E. "Chris" Heiskanen's obituary , Passed away on July 20, 2025 in Marquette, Michigan

Christine E. "Chris" Heiskanen

January 1, 1951 - July 20, 2025 (74 years old)

Marquette, Michigan

Christine E. "Chris" Heiskanen's obituary , Passed away on July 20, 2025 in Marquette, Michigan

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Canale Tonella Funeral Home

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Christine E. "Chris" Heiskanen

January 1, 1951 - July 20, 2025 (74 years old)

Marquette, Michigan

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Christine E. Heiskanen Obituary

The passing of Christine E. Heiskanen of Marquette, Michigan, born in Stambaugh, Michigan leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 20, 2025 at the age of 74. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Christine E. Heiskanen to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Christine E. 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 Christine E.'s spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William Santilli and Florence A. Santilli (Fabbri); her husband Larry J. Heiskanen of Angel's Catholic Church; and her brother-in-law David Kudwa. She is survived by: her daughter Tricia Heiskanen (Jed Nordine) of Marquette; her grandson Rowan Nordine of Marquette; her siblings, Mary Kudwa of Crystal Falls and Bill Santilli (Sally Jo) of Crystal Falls; her siblings-in-law, Susan Nyman (Robert) of Greenville, WI and Tom Heiskanen (Kathy) of Negaunee; and her adoptive daughter Lucia Shyiak (Dave) of Marquette. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Canale Tonella Funeral Home



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July 24, 2025

Michael Bauman wrote a sympathy message

“So sorry to hear of Chris's passing. Very funny, very bright and oh so musical. I will always remember her. Peace Mary, Bill and Sal”


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July 29

Visitation

St. Peter Cathedral
311 W Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI 49855

Tue

July 29

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Peter Cathedral
311 W Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI 49855

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