Byford Lyle "Biff" Karns Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Age 93, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2013 at Arbor Hospice Residence in Pittsfield Twp. He was born January 10, 1920 in Eldorado, IL, the son of Edward Dow and Mary Etta (Harrelson) Karns. He was a graduate of Eldorado High School Class of 1933. On August 22, 1938 in Jackson, MO, he married Mary Lorene Wheeler and she preceded him in death on November 20, 1992. Biff was a mechanical engineer and past president of Local #190 Plumbers and Pipefitters of Ann Arbor. He was a member of the Army Air Corp during World War II and was also a member of the Howell American Legion Post #0141. Survivors include two children, Ted Lyle (Helen) Karns of Pinckney, MI and Marilyn Sue Finkbeiner of Saline, MI and grandchildren, Cheryl Ridge, Michael Hedding, Terry (Tina) Karns, David (Kelly) Karns and Tim (Amy) Karns, ten great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren, and brother, Norval (Lela) Karns. In addition to his wife, Mary, he was preceded in death by his grand-daughter, Mari Lynn Hedding and his second wife, Ardith Gies, one brother and one sister and his son-in-law, Albert Finkbeiner. Cremation has taken place. A gathering of his family will take place at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice. To sign Biff’s guestbook, to leave a memory, or for more information or directions please visit www.rbfhsaline.com.

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Byford Lyle "Biff" Karns

January 10, 1920 - December 30, 2013