John C. Wirkkala was born in Seattle, WA. He was a self employed accountant is survived by his wife, Susan J; daughters, Nichole Hall and Maja Curtis, and son, John. A memorial service will be held from 2 to 4 P.M. Saturday Nov. 21, 2009 in the Oregon City Elks Lodge #1189. Private interment will be in the Willamette National Cemetery."",