Roland Carl Kanniainen
November 18, 1948 - December 28, 2014
Roland Carl Kanniainen
"Bud"
1948-2014
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, and brother, age 66, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2014, from complications due to pneumonia. Bud has struggled with health issues since 2002.
Bud was born on November 18, 1948, in Salt Lake City, UT to Carl and Jeanne Kanniainen. He graduated from Bingham High School, and also received a degree from the University of Utah. He retired from Rio Tinto/Kennecott Copper after 40 years of dedicated service. Bud was a man that lived life fast, hard, and the way he wanted too. Many will remember him for his kind and generous heart.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Barbara Eggers Kanniainen; three children Cindy (Shawn) Dunn, Amy (Rich) Chavez, Nathan (Shara Dawn) Kanniainen; eight grandchildren Trevor, Makenna, and Megan Dunn, Tyler and Hailey Woods, Jade and Alyssa Veater, and Bodee Kanniainen; one sister Sandra J. Kanniainen; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and his grandparents.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 3rd from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Complimentary valet parking will be provided on the north side of the building.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.starksfuneral.com
In Loving Memory
I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one and offer my heartfelt sympathy. Acts 24:15 assures us we will see our loved ones again by means of a resurrection.
Mandy Hughes
nan, nan
I remember Buddy (as I knew him) from when I was about 5-7 years old in Copperton, Ut. He lived on the Old Bingham Hwy just west of the Catholic Church. He built a wooden clubhouse in his back yard and we used to play in it, as our fort. I moved from Copperton when I was 8 years old and lost track of Buddy. Sorry to see he has passed away but it looks like he leaves a great legacy to be proud of. My best wishes to your Family.
Richard Beckstead
Sandy, Ut
Barbara, I am so sorry to hear about Buddy's death, I remember him from the good old days when we worked together at Kennicott, in there data center, we had some very great times and I enjoyed working with Buddy. I hope you will find peace and solace imn the future. Byron
Byron nELSON
Sandy, Ut
Barb and family: It was sad to hear of Bud's passing this week. I still remember his laugh and smile when I worked with him at Kennecott. He was always determined to help you solve any problem. God bless you with peace and great love as you celebrate his life. You have been a wonderful care giver, Barb. All the best to you, Sally
Sally Beesley
Salt Lake City, UT
Unfortunately I am in the Ivory Coast. Cheryl will be at the Celebration of Life for Buddy. My best wishes for you and the rest of the family at this time.
Cousin Craig
Abidjan, nan
Bud was a good friend when we were kids. Whenever I saw him it was an adventure. He was always full of ideas and found interesting things for us to explore in and around Copperton. I wish you all well. I accidentally saw Bud's obituary in the paper yesterday and notified Craig, Cheryl and my Dad. I wish I could make it to the ceremony but have my own health issues. Best wishes to the whole family.
Cousin Greg
NORTH SALT LAKE, UT
Sandra, This is Sherry Patrick the little pain in the butt next door. I remember Buddy like my big brother and you my big sister. You taught me baton and Buddy . . .. well he was just a big brother . .. always teasing always protective. May God give you and his family peace and comfort at this time. I have very fond memories of all of your family . . . God bless all of you
Sherry Patrick Reichert
Las Vegas, NV