Kauko H. Kokkonen, 84, of Eldersburg, died Sunday, January 22, 2023, at Fairhaven. Born April 29, 1938 in Finland, he was the son of the late Hilda (Ritoranta) Kokkonen and Veikko Kokkonen. He is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Joyce L. Kokkonen.
He retired as an MTA Station Attendant and Bus Driver. He served in the Army. Kauko was very active in politics during the 1990’s and enjoyed attending the Monday night legislature sessions and instrumental in passing the shared child custody bill.
Besides his wife, he is survived by sons Erik Kokkonen (Mary Angela) of San Francisco, CA and Lars Kokkonen of Connecticut.
Private burial will be held at Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery.
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