NIKITIN, Elsa

Elsa Kaarina Nikitin (Rautiainen)

It is with heavy hearts that the family wishes to announce the passing of Elsa Nikitin. (affectionately known to all as Mummo). Elsa was born on May 30, 1926, in Siilinjarvi Finland.

She has left behind her children; Sakari (Zeke Nikitin), daughters  Carla (Sam), Darlene McCowan (Dave),

Irma Tench (Russell) and children Aaron and Kirsti, Leo Nikitin, and children Mitchel (Stephanie) and Marshal

Ture Nikitin (Donna) children Shawnie(Aaron) and Ryan(Michelle) as well as great-grandchildren Kalli, Jack, Hayden, Damian, Leana, Boston, and Olivia.

Elsa was predeased by her husband Mikko and sisters Mirja Miettinen, Maija Halonen, Ulla Partanen, Hilkka Suhonen and brother Viljo Rautiainen in Finland.

She left behind her sisters Annikki Sandberg and Orvokki Asikainen in Finland.

Elsa enjoyed fishing, picking blueberries and skiing. She was a member of the Finnish Lutheran Church in Kirkland Lake.  She is most known for making Finnish coffee and serving pulla, spice cake, and Finnish pancakes. She loved to have visitors drop by and made everyone feel welcome with her beautiful smile and laughter.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Teck Pioneer Residence for their love and compassion for Elsa. We cannot thank them enough for everything that they did for her.

The memorial will be held in the spring.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Teck Pioneer Residence – Life Enrichment Dept. (145A Government Road East, P.O. Box 3800, Kirkland Lake, ON P2N 3P4. 

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17 messages received

Irma, Leo & Sakari

Such a truly lovely person, Elsa lit up our lives whenever we met. Our heartfelt condolences.

Val & Ian MacPherson, December 1, 2021

Dear Sakari, Ture, Irma, Leo and Families

Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear Mother. She was the best neighbour our family could have ever had and brought so much joy to our lives.

With love,

Gary and Brenda (Duncan) Grabowski

Brenda Grabowski, December 1, 2021

Zeke,carla and Darlene

So sorry to hear about Mummo thinking of all of you!

Heather, December 1, 2021

Irma, Zeke,Ture and Leod Leo my very deepest sympathies. Your mom was a very beautif

My very deepest sympathies your mom was a beautiful woman and loved by everyone who new her. She will be sadly missed.

Rose Chartre , December 1, 2021

Sakari, Irma, Leo, and Ture

In loving memory of aunt Elsa

The world changes from year to year, our lives from day to day, but the love and memory of you, shall never pass away.

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your families.

Love
Pekka and Raija
Mari and Jukka, Joona, Juuso (Hanna) and Jaakko
Laura, Meri and Jimi

Laura, December 2, 2021

Mummo’s Family

I was blessed to be part of Mummo’s life for many years.
She was so kind, generous, happy all of the time and simply a joy to be around.
My deepest sympathy to Mummo’s Family.
Mummo was loved by many and will be dearly missed.

Vicki Mudrick, December 2, 2021

The Nikitin Family

I am so very sorry to read of Mrs. Nikitin’s passing. I would often talk with her-even if it was just to show her where the kitchen was so she could get her coffee cup filled. She was often at the front desk, helping the nursing staff fold linens-she loved doing that. She was a very sweet lady and I loved to see her when I visited my Dad and Uncle Len. The staff had a very special place in their hearts for her. She was loved by all. Thinking of you all and saying a prayer for you.

Marjorie (Beard) Harvey, December 2, 2021

All the family

Elsa made the best pulla that most of us could not master and was happy to share it with a perfect cup of coffee when visiting. You never left hungry after a visit with Elsa. She was so positive, always smiling and was up for fishing and berry picking anytime. She will be missed by all. Sending heart felt condolences.

Helen and Louine, December 3, 2021

Irma and Family

My sincere sympathies on the loss of your mother. May you be given strength during this difficult time. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Anne (Conrad) Bougie, December 3, 2021

Elsa,s family

Ruth (Luoma)Richardson and I,Tom send our condolences to Elsa,s family.We got to know her and ocationally drove her to the Finnish Luthern Church whenwe lived there.She was a amazing lady,and we were privaledged to have known her.

Tom & Ruth Richardson, December 5, 2021

To the family

My sincere condolences to all the family

Léo Durette, December 5, 2021

Irma, Zeke & Leo

My sympathies for your loss, teck pioneer residence will not be the same without her kind smile and warm heart. She will truly be missed by many.

Deseah wight , December 5, 2021

Dear Irma, Leo, Ture and Sakari and families

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a lovely, kind person and a dear friend to our family and especially my mom. They shared joys and tribulations as they raised their families as new immigrants in Canada. I have fond memories from childhood of times our families got together. I remember always feeling welcome. I remember the aroma of coffee and pulla. And Elsa's blueberry jam was the best! Though years and miles have come between our families, I'll always hold fond memories.
My sincere condolences,

Kris (Heloste) Shappee

Kris Shappee, December 7, 2021

The family

So sorry to hear….I have fond memories of Elsa from my years with the church and she was one of my Mom (Eva)’s friends.

Anne-Maria (Randmaa) Gionet, December 8, 2021

Dear Zeke, Ture, Irma, Leo

Oh my stars! I am so very, very sorry and sad to hear this. Please accept my deepest condolences. Your mom was such a joy and I cherish my memories of her and you folks. I know that nothing I can say will help ease your pain but please know that Paul and I hold you in our prayers and hearts
I am reminded of a saying that says while we left behind cry, the angels rejoice that Elsa is home.
Much love to you all
Karen and Paul xxoo

Karen (Johanson) and Paul Allard, December 10, 2021

Leo and Nikitin family

Please accept our sympathies on your loss.

Bill Glover & family, February 3, 2022

The Nikitin family

I have fond memories of Elsa, Mikko and the family.

Esa Lehti, February 10, 2022