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Julianne Kanca Obituary

KANCA Julianne Kanca, of Fairfield, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2009. She was born in Vienna, Austria, and educated at University in Vienna, Austria. She worked as a Triage Medic during World War II and survived Nazi occupation. Julianne married John Kanca, Jr., a Captain in the United States Army in 1947 in Salzburg, Austria. She moved to the United States in 1949. She worked at Micro Etch Company as a chemical engineer for many years. In 1973, she founded Julianne's Wines and Liquors, which is in operation today. She worked until her retirement in 1985. Julianne was a mountain climber, skier, traveler and avid gardener, who loved flowers, parties and most of all, her family. She was a spirited member of the Haru Gari Germanic Club. She was a devout parishioner of Holy Family Church, and recently of St. Catherine's Church in Glen Rock, New Jersey. She is survived by her children Roswitha (Joe Cusick), John (Janet Kanca), Diane (Robert Dwyer), Cheryl (John Sarno), seven grandchildren, two step grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. Mom was special and unique. We love you and miss you Mom. There will never be another like you. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 10 a.m. meeting DIRECTLY at Holy Family Church in Fairfield with burial to follow in Lawncroft Cemetery, Fairfield. Friends may call Tuesday, October 27, 2009 from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 S Benson Rd., Fairfield, CT. To sign an online guest book please visit www.spearmillerfuneralhome.com.

Published by Connecticut Post from Oct. 26 to Oct. 27, 2009.
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Dear Diane
I used to live up the street from you on Fairland Drive. I just found out about your mother's passing and I wanted to send my condolences. I remember your mother when I used to stop by your house on our way to school. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Sally Ryan Daniels

November 16, 2009

Dear Kanca family,

John and Julianne had luckely been our guests about ten years ago in Istanbul.
Knowing not beeing to see them again is so sad.

With love to the remaining Kanca people there.

Mr.Namik Kemal Kanca
(Istanbul/Turkey)

Namik Kanca

November 10, 2009

Dear Roswitha, Diane, John & Cheryl-Ann~ I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember your Mom always with fond memories. She was always generous and kind-hearted with my 10,000 questions as a kid. I hope your hearts will be comforted by all the memories you share. With Love, your cousin Vicki

Vicki Kanca

November 3, 2009

John,Roswitha,Diane and Cheryl,

I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Julika. I could not get to see you yesterday, but you are in my deepest thoughts and prayers. And as AnnaMarie says, I remember the times at your house when we were kids. Sleeping over at the pajama parties, and all the singing and dancing and especially the accordian.
I hope it comforts you to know your mom is asleep wrapped in the wings of the angels. Our love to you all.

Kathy Hernandez and family

Kathy Hernandez

October 28, 2009

John, Janet and family. We just learned of your mothers death Paul and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

cheryl & paul harrison

October 28, 2009

John,Janet,Roswitha,Joe,Diane,Cheryl and families. I just found out today about your mom's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. You know how much I enjoyed seeing your mom and dad. I will think of her often with fond memories. I'm sorry I couldn't make it to any of the services. I'll visit you soon. The Kulpa Family

Jan & Ron Kulpa

October 28, 2009

Dear Cheryl, We are so sorry for your loss! Our condolences to you and your family. We pray with you during this difficult time.

- The Alizo Family

Armando & Myriam Alizo

October 27, 2009

Roswitha, Diane, John, and Cheryl Ann (& families): The times which I remember spending at your childhood home with you and your mom & dad (Aunt Julika & Uncle John) will forever be etched in memory. Your house was always filled with song and laughter while I was there (unless curfew was missed)! Cheryl, we composed a song together. Diane, we danced in your parents' living room not so long ago while your mom and dad sang & your dad played the accordian (wish we had it on video). While pictures cannot replace those in them whom we have lost, they sure are filled with very happy, memorable moments. God Bless at this time during the loss of your mom. Our prayers are with you. Love, your cousins, Anna-Marie & A.J. (San Diego, CA)

October 27, 2009

John, Janet and kids
We just learned of your mother's death and we are so sorry. Our thoughts are with you at this time of grieving. Your mother's love will surround you now from spirit - be open to sensing her around you!
Dave & Judy

Dave & Judy Alt

October 27, 2009

Dear Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss or your mother.
Hugs,
JM

Maria Tilton

October 27, 2009

My dear friend Diane,
Moms are such special people in our lives. Your mom seems like she was an extra special person reading about her; and having a daughter like you definitely says a lot about your mother. I cherish our friendship and I want you to kow that you have touched my life. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. I wish I could give you a hug in person

Judy Fitzgerald

October 27, 2009

Dear Cheryl, Roswitha, Diana und Cherly, I will never forget my aunt Julika, and my thougths are with you during this hard time of your lives. I will always remember her in love.
Unforgetable,
Your Cousin Erika from Vienna

Erika Trdy

October 27, 2009

Dear Cheryl and family;
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. What a passionate, vibrant woman she was! Her life is truly one worth celebrating. A life full of many challenges, but also balanced with so much love, laughter and joy. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Love Lynn Murphy.

October 27, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home

October 27, 2009

Dear Rosewitha ~ As I read your moms obituary,I realized what a very special woman she was. Please accept my deepest sympathy. As you return to life's routine, may you find comfort knowing that your mother never leaves you. There is a poem that tells of a ship leaving on a voyage, with loved ones waving goodbye and watching as the ships white sails edge towards the horizon until it is no longer seen as they say "she's gone". There, on the other side of the horizon, are loved ones seeing the sails coming towards them and happily shout "she's here, she's here". My mom began sending me dimes after she crossed over to the other side 5 years ago. When I feel particularly low, I ask, & low & behold, I find yet another dime in the most unlikely places!

Adrienne (DiStasi) Baumgartner

October 26, 2009

Rosewitha,John,Diane and Cheryl,I was very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I know you must be relieved somewhat to know she is at peace and back in the arms of your Dad, I know how much she missed him.

I have such beautiful memories of your family during the Holidays and I thank
you for making me feel like a part of
the family.

May the Lord give you strength and peace and my thoughts and prayers are
with you. I wish I could be there to
help comfort you.

With Love,

Theresa Virostko

October 26, 2009

This is such a beautiful obituary, my heart breaks for you all- I love you and may mom watch over us in peace with her beloved husband!!!

Love Cathy and the Kreuter Family!!

October 26, 2009

Dear John and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss and pray that you have peace in your hearts. I am sure she was as proud of you as a mother could possibly be. She will always be your guardian angel. You and your beautiful family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Vicki and Rob Drent

Vicki Drent

October 26, 2009

John,
Marge and I were saddened to hear of your loss. God bless you and your family.

Donald Longley

October 26, 2009

Rosewitha, John, Diane and Cheryl.
I still think about our visits to CT growing up and how your Mother and Father always welcomed me in with open arms. Now they are back together again dancing while your dad is playing the accordion having fun.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we look forward to getting together with all of you soon.
Wish we could be there.

John & Toni Fedorko

October 26, 2009

Diane my heart goes out to you and your entire family. Just reading about your Mom brought tears to my eyes. What a remarkable women who has accomplished and seen so much. To her I am thankful for giving me a truly beloved friend as you.
Doreen Villalpando

Doreen Villalpando

October 26, 2009

Dear Rosie, John, Diane, Cheryl, and families,

May you all find comfort in knowing that we share in the loss of your dear Mother. I wish we lived closer to console you at this time. With love,

xxoo
Cousins Chris and Tim

Chris Martin

October 26, 2009

Rosewitha, John, Diane and Cheryl. My heart breaks with yours. her sufferring is done its the comfort we can take, that she is in a much better place. Our loss is heaven's gain. We love you all, Robert and Diane DelBuono.

October 26, 2009

Dear Cheryl and John, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your mother raised a beautiful daughter. I am sure she is smiling down on you from heaven.

Joy Conlon

October 26, 2009

Dear Cheryl and family,

Our prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. May the Lord bring His peace to you and your family.

Love and prayers,

Pat & Karl
Rochelle Park

October 26, 2009

Roswitha and family: I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's death.I have very happy memories of her and my mom together on Sunday afternoons at your house on Pacific St. I'm sure that my mom and julianna and john are all together in heaven.

Love always
Maria Testani Bertone

Maria Bertone

October 26, 2009

Dear Diane,
So sorry we can't be with you in person this week but please know we are holding you and your family in a special place in our hearts. We will always remember the joy of that once-in-a-lifetime Minnesota Thanksgivng blessed with Julianne's great spirit and a hatbox full of cookies!
Love,
John & Mary Ann

John & Mary Ann Callahan

October 26, 2009

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Laura Beahm

October 26, 2009

Cheryl&family: Im sorry to hear for your loss.I spent my childhood days at your house. I hope fond memories of your Mom will give you peace.

Debbie Schmarr(Roos)

October 26, 2009

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