Inez Ione Raisanen

Inez Ione (Rushford) Raisanen, 100, Green Bay, formerly of Iron Mountain, MI, passed away Monday, December 10, 2018, at a local assisted living facility. She was born February 24, 1918, daughter to the late Nelson and Mary (Harris) Rushford. Inez graduated from Iron Mountain High School and Dundon Business School. She married Norman Andrew Raisanen on August 22, 1941, and he preceded her in death. Inez worked at Kresge’s in Iron Mountain in her early adult years.

She was a very polite and kind to people and enjoyed helping others. Inez was active at First Presbyterian Church in Kingsford, MI, where she was the longest church member and also taught Sunday school. She loved socializing with family and guests, enjoyed gardening, and had read the entire Bible twice.

Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Linda Raisanen; special niece, Mary Rushford, who was like a daughter to her; and other nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Inez was preceded in death by her son, John; brothers: Cecil (Eileen) Rushford, Miles (Alice) Rushford, Kelly (Phyllis) Rushford, Clyde (Betty) Rushford, and Guy Rushford.

A Memorial graveside service will be held at Iron Mountain Cemetery at a later date. She will be buried next to her deceased husband, Norman, and son, John. Simply Cremation, Green Bay, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.simplycremationgb.com .