Finn Konsmo's Obituary
Finn Konsmo died November 17, 2002 in an auto accident near Irvine, CA. He was born November 14, 1914 in Tacoma, WA, to Karl Johan and Anna Konsmo.On October 6, 1934 Finn married Lillian Hassell in Tacoma. They had 2 sons, Ralph and Roger. Finn followed his father in the construction trade. In 1951, he moved his family to Downey, CA, where he continued to work in commercial construction. Finn did not retire until 1999 at the age of 85. Finn was one of the founding members of the Full Gospel Businessmens Fellowship in 1952. He served on the Board of Melodyland Christian Center in Anaheim, CA, for many years.He is survived by his son, Roger of Milton, WA, his sister, Martha of Edmonds, WA, and sisters-in-law, Edith Konsmo, Grace Konsmo and Irene Konsmo, all of Tacoma, 6 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.Finn was preceded in death by his wife Lillian in 1970 and his son Ralph in 1980, his brothers, Conrad, Albert, Klemens and Arne.Memorial Contributions may be made to Life Institute, 1220 North Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701. (A non-profit organization helping the needy).Viewing will be held on Sunday Nov. 24, 2002 from 11 AM to 9 PM. Graveside Service will be Monday Nov. 25, 2002 at 1:30 PM at Mt. View Memorial Park.
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