WAPPINGERS FALLS – Meri I. Manner, 96, an area resident for almost 60 years, formerly from Finland, died on March 31, 2021 at Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.
Born in Rauma, Finland on January 18, 1925, she was the daughter of Jalmar and Eine Urhonen. Meri enjoyed gardening, feeding the birds and art. She loved, and was loved, by everyone.
On December 11, 1950 in Finland, Meri married Heimo H. Manner who predeceased her on May 25, 2009. She is survived by her son Mikko Manner and his wife Hanna. In addition to her husband and parents, Meri was also predeceased by her sisters, Ritva Vahtokari and Oili Jalonen.
Services will be private. Meri’s cremains will be buried with her husband in Finland. Arrangements are under the direction of the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc.