John Kuruc, 85, of Northford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of 63 years to Marion Gleck Kuruc. John was born in Bronx, New York on October 7, 1928; son of the late Nicholas and Mary Orlovsky Kuruc; served his country faithfully in the U.S. Marine Corp during WW II and was recalled to service in 1950 for the Korean War. John was a dedicated union man starting in 1953 in New Yorks Meatcutters & Butcher Workers Local #400. He also was on the International Staff as an organizer. He was elected to the position of Secretary/Treasurer for Local #371 in Westport, CT and held that position from 1965 until his retirement in 1990. John was a graduate of Harvard Business School 53rd Class of the Trade Union Program and was the recipient of the “Boys Town Labor Man of the Year Award” in 1985. John was also an devoted parishioner of St. Monica Church. Loving father of Carolann (Richard) Slayton, Helene (Pat) Zichichi and Susan (Vincent) Wynne. Devoted grandfather of John Slayton, Christine (Michael) Doheny, Eric & Carrie Slayton, Nicole (Dustin) Flagge, Vincent Zichichi and Joseph (Jessica) Thibault. Devoted great-grandfather of Alexa, Michael, Aidan and Caitlin.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday afternoon at 12:30. Family and friends may call from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Monica’s Church at 1:00 pm. Interment with full military honors will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Monica Church, 1331 Middletown, Northford, CT 06472.
Uncle Johnny:
The Best Uncle,
The Best Godfather,
A boy could hope to have.
Love you always and forever.
Christine, Mike, Alexa, Mikey and Aiden
I have such warm and fond memories of Mr. Kuruc. He was always kind and happy … a true gentleman. My condolences and love to Mrs. Kuruc, Carolann, Helene and Susan.
My sincere condolences to the whole Kuruc family. I hope your warm memories help you through this difficult time…
WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU FONDLY !!! OUR YEARS WITH YOU OVER 45 YRS AT LOCAL 371 !!! TO MARION JOE & I WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW SORRY WE ARE TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS !!! BARBARA & JOE GODLEWSKI
My prayers and thoughts are with you all now. Please take care and know friends are with you.
Dear Aunt Marion, I'm so sorry for your loss. He was my favorite. I have so many wonderful memories growing up at your house. Grandma Kuruc cooking for an army. Mmmm delicious. I remember going to the clay pits and shooting pistols, what a blast that was. He would always take all of us on an Adventure, and we would have the best of times. Generous man. He will be missed. May he rest in peace and may you have comfort knowing he is with the Lord. Love you Kathleen
We are so very so for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Sincerely, Jacob, Jean, Jessica, Iryna, Debbie, Kelly and Erica
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Mrs. Kuruc and Family,
When we heard of Mr. Kuruc's passing we had so many found memories of our times together. Especially when we went to the Broadway Show "Sweet Charity" with you. Joe and I were just kids and you were great company. May all of your fond memories give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. With sympathy,
Marilyn and Joe
Dear Mrs. Kuruc and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will always cherish the good times we had, especially the ones at Mt. Washington.
Deepest sympathy,
Keri and Rick
As an organizer and then President of Local 385 (Maine), I met and got to know John Kuruc.
A man who cared for those he represented, and worked hard for the working men and women of Local 371. My deepest sympathy to the Kuruc family.