Ronald Ernest Saukko's Obituary
Ronald E. Saukko, age 82, of Scappoose, Oregon passed away in his home on May 11, 2020.
Ronald was born on December 23, 1937 in Astoria, Oregon to his father Ernest and mother Aune Laurila. He became a part of the Army Reserves in the early 60’s. Ronald enriched his life with activities like trap shooting and fishing, with an additional interest in old cars.
Ronald went to trade school at OIT in Klamath Falls to become a pipe fitter and worked in the steam pipe industry for many years. Later in life, Ronald was a member of the Elks Lodge. He is survived by his son Vance and his brothers; Leroy Saukko and Gene Kangas and sisters; Millie Minkoff and Kathleen Krause.
Ronald will be buried at Prairie Cemetery in Knappa, Oregon.
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