Wally J. Seppanen

Resided in Gladstone, MI
Died February 7, 2022

Wally J. Seppanen, age 58, of Gladstone, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at U.P. Health Systems Hospital in Marquette.

Wally was born on September 18, 1963, in Escanaba, the son of John and Joan (Hubert) Seppanen. Wally was raised and graduated from Escanaba High School in the class of 1982. Wally later relocated to Gladstone in 1997. Aso in 1997, Wally began working for the now Verso Escanaba Paper Mill, which he worked as a millwright at for almost 25 years. In 2010, Wally was united in marriage to Bobbie Baur, and together they shared a relationship for 25 wonderful years.

Wally enjoyed sports, especially the Detroit Lions, Tigers, and Red Wings. He also enjoyed Harley Davidson motorcycles and UPIR racing with his son Brad. He also loved spending time with his three grandkids, especially going to their hockey games. Wally and Bobbie enjoyed traveling to warmer areas, especially Mexico, with other family and friends too. Wally loved his dogs, which he fondly called his baby girls, named Harley, Hannah, and Hazel. He will be deeply missed by so many.

Wally is survived by his wife, Bobbie, daughter Holli (Colin) Watford, sons Mike (Carolina) Seppanen, Brandon Crawford, and Brad (Heather) Seppanen, sister Glenda (Terry) Steinmetz, grandchildren Matthew and Austin Seppanen, and Calvin Watford, his baby girls Hannah, Hazel, and Harley, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Wally is preceded in death by his parents, John and Joan, his parents-in-law Raymond and Sandra Baur, as well as sister-in-law Beckie Rowan.

Wally’s family will receive friends on Saturday, February 12, 2022 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Skradski Family Funeral Home in Escanaba. Funeral services honoring Wally will follow at 1:30 PM with Rev. Fr. Fran DeGroot officiating.

15 Tributes for “Wally J. Seppanen”

    Bobbie and family.
    I hold you all in my prayers that God is with you during this sorrowful time
    I didn’t know Wally but knowing Bobbie and hearing stories of him shows the love he had for his family. He will be truly missed My sympathy to you all Mary D

    Heart felt condolences to Wally’s family, I was shocked and saddened to learn of his passing, I always enjoyed working with him and talking about classic cars or anything that had a motor in it, he will be missed by all who knew him, Rest In Peace my friend

    Oh Wally. You were fun at work. Always smiling. I’m sorry you had to die like that. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Good speed, buddy. May you Rest In Peace.

    My sorrows to all. I had the pleasure to work with Wally a few times. We worked well together and was startled and deeply sadden of the news. I will remember his smile and especially his laugh the most. May God give you strength through these somber times keeping his memories deer to you, while he rests in peace.

    Bobbi and family, we are so saddened to hear of the passing of Wally. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

    Bobbie and family
    So sorry for your loss, he will be missed by all that knew him. Celebrating the life of a good person and mourning their passing with you.

    Sending love Bobbie to you and your Family , So Sorry for you loss of your Husband , Your childrens Father , your Grand childrens Papa .. you are all in my thoughts and Prayers . Hugs God Blessing

    i dont have enough words to say how much you meant to me. I will always remember that smile on your face, all our talks, after hours party at your house. You, your mom and dad were special in my life. May you rest in peace, and someday we will meet again. Bobbie made you so happy and my thoughts and prayers go out to her and your family.

    So sorry to hear of Wally’s passing .We always had fun together whether it was working or having few beers. Thoughts and Prayers to you Bobbie and your family.

Post a Tribute

Your email address will not be published. Tributes are moderated before posted. Required fields are marked *