Arthur Laurn, 88, Houghton

  Arthur R. "Baba” Laurn, 88, a resident of Houghton, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Canal View -- Houghton County, following a lengthy illness.
He was born on October 24, 1937, in Hancock, MI, a son of the late Arthur T. and Fannie E. (Strang) Laurn. As a child, Art was raised on Quincy Hill and then on the Houghton Canal. Mr. Laurn was a graduate of Houghton High School with the class of 1957.
Following high school, Arthur enlisted in the United States Army, serving in Germany.
Mr. Laurn returned to the Copper Country and was united in marriage to the former Alice Archambeau. The couple had made their home in Houghton as they raised their family.
Arthur had worked for Gibbs City Bowling Pin Factory in Ripley, and then for Suomi College as a painter before beginning a career working for Horner Flooring in Dollar Bay, retiring in 2004.
Mr. Laurn enjoyed drawing, watching any sports, especially the Detroit Lions and Tigers, along with watching movies. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother, David Laurn.
Surviving are:
    His wife: Alice Laurn
    His children: Kurt (Gail Raffaelli) Laurn
                Scott (Beth) Laurn
                Amy (Kevin) Skewes
    His grandchildren: Travis, Brandon and Carter Skewes
    His great grandchildren: Ellie and Tucker Skewes
    His brother: Kenneth (Charlene) Laurn
    Several nieces, nephews and cousins
A private memorial service for Archie will be held at a later time.
To view Arthur's obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service is assisting the family with the arrangements.