Mr. Allen James Niemi, in his 75th year, passed away peacefully in Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre on Monday, April 11, 2011.
Allen worked for many years as a heavy equipment machinist travelling throughout Northwestern Ontario. A favourite pastime was the World of Out Law Sprint Car Racing. He enjoyed wood working and always had a helping hand to lend to neighbours.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years Shirley, son Douglas, grandchildren Saige and Maija, brother William and many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Predeceased by his son Barry in 2007 and brother Walter in 1996.
Funeral services for the late Mr. Allen Niemi will be held on Friday, April 15, 2011 at 1:30 PM in the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL, 299 Waverley St. at Algoma with Rev. Randy Boyd of Trinity United Church officiating. Interment to follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday evening from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM in the Everest Chapel.
If friends so desire, donations in memory of Allen to Trinity United Church, Northern Cancer Research Foundation or the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
Please sign the online condolences at www.everestofthunderbay.com
