Ellen Elizabeth Kauppi, 74

Ellen Elizabeth Kauppi, 74, of Milwaukie, Ore., passed away July 21, 2021, at her home of Milwaukie. She was born Sept. 10, 1946, in Kellogg, Idaho. Ellen was the daughter of David Richard and Flora Anora (Donahue) Edwards.

Ellen grew up in Kellogg, attended and graduated from Kellogg High School. After high school, she married David Kauppi on Nov. 28, 1964.

Ellen and David moved to Milwaukie, Ore., where they raised their boys throughout the years. David tragically passed away in August 1975, leaving Ellen as a widow. Ellen eventually met Dean Rowley and they became lifelong companions of more than 40 years.

Years later, Ellen became a grandmother to four grandchildren; Kassidy Fenton, Anna Kauppi, Lauren Kauppi and Bryant Kauppi. She loved her grandchildren beyond measure and enjoyed being a Grandma just as much as being a Mother to her two sons.

Ellen enjoyed gardening, cooking and spending time with her beloved family. Ellen’s beauty went beyond the surface level. She was devoted, kind and thoughtful, as family was always her first priority. Ellen was witty and could make just about anyone laugh. She devoted her life to her sons, Alex and Timothy; her grandchildren and companion Dean, who were her happiness.

Ellen is survived by her companion, Dean Rowley of Milwaukie, Ore.; two sons, Timothy (Jennifer) Kauppi of Oregon City, Ore., Alex Kauppi of Milwaukie, Ore.; her grandchildren, Anna, Lauren, Bryant Kauppi and Kassidy Fenton; and her brother, Kelly Edwards of Pinehurst, Idaho. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Ellen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, David Kauppi; one brother, Jack Edwards and one nephew, David Edwards.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, at the Greenwood Cemetery in Kellogg, with Pastor Art Fleming officiating. A celebration of Ellen’s life and a gathering of family and friends will be held at the Timbers Roadhouse, 36179 E. Canyon Road, Cataldo, following graveside services; everyone is welcome.

Ellen will be missed more than words can express. We loved her very much.

Shoshone Funeral Services, Kellogg, is entrusted with local arrangements. You may share your memories of Ellen and sign her guest book at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com.