John W. TRASKA

TRASKA, John W. John W. Traska, 80, of Enfield, beloved widower of the late Ruth C. (Colo) Traska, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, (March 25, 2011.) He was born in Passaic, NJ, son of the late John and Edna (Era) Traska. Prior to moving to Enfield in 1956, John was a resident of Windsor Locks. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. John retired from Windsor Manufacturing after 20 years of employment. He was a communicant of Holy Family Church, and loved boating, fishing, and golf. John is survived by his children, David Traska and his wife, Kristine, of Broad Brook, Thomas Traska of Port Orange, FL, Paul Traska and his wife, Jill, of Agawam, MA; his beloved grandchildren, Joseph Traska, Kimberly Wiesner, Allison Fassett and her husband, Ronnie; Kristofer Traska and Phillip Traska; and his cherished great granddaughters, Peyton Wiesner and Isabella Fassett; his brother, Walter "Skip" Traska and his wife, June; his sister, Susan Halliwell; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was predeceased by his brother, James Traska. John's family will receive relatives and friends at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield on Thursday, March 31, 2011 from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be private. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Founders Affiliate, American Heart Association, P. O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005. To leave an online expression of sympathy or for directions please visit www.leetestevens.com.