- Date Of Birth: November 30, 1940
- Date Of Death: December 13, 2022
- State: Minnesota
Audrey Elaine (Seppala) Leppala died peacefully in her home in Virginia on December 13, 2022. She was born November 30, 1940 in Biwabik to Sulo and Helia (Jokinen) Seppala.
Audrey worked at many places. She was a school bus driver, and owned and operated the Hillside Cafe in Bovey for many years with her husband, Melvin. After selling the cafe, they were caretakers at Kom-on-in Beach and Campground on Trout Lake for many years. She worked at L&M Supply in Grand Rapids and Virginia, Super One in Virginia, and Cold Spot Liquor Store in Embarrass.
Audrey enjoyed cooking and baking. She was well known for her homemade bread, cinnamon and caramel rolls and pies. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and painting ceramics. She will be missed by many.
Audrey was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin; and son, Russell.
She is survived by son, Dean (Kristine) Leppala; daughter, Sheila Karel; sisters: Janet Lamppa, Doris (Terry) Kylmala, and Nancy Lilya; brother, Rodney (Sarah) Seppala; grandchildren and great grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and her good friend, John.
