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Lawrence Korta Obituary

Korta, Lawrence, "Larry" Passed away Friday September 6, 2013, age 72. Loving and devoted husband for 50 years of Eleanore Joyce (nee Knoblauch). Dad of Jennifer (Larry) Amell, Jonathan (Tanya), the late Robert, Thomas (Jill), Andrew (Shannon), Amy (Daniel) Lukas. Loving grandpa of Kate (Andy) Fehrenbach, Molly, Cori, Dylan, Kaleb, Kiana, Nick, Noelle, Andrew, Brianna, Greyson, Brogan, Jonathan, Ellie, Teddy, and Josie. Great-grandfather of Alex. Preceded in death by sister Cindy Krukar. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation Friday September 13 at ST. GREGORY THE GREAT PARISH, 3160 S. 63rd St, from 4-6:30PM, with Memorial Mass to follow (6:30PM). Larry was a Professor Emeritus at MSOE. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Gregory the Great Parish or Repairers of the Breach Homeless Shelter appreciated. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME Klemmer-Scheurell-Johnson-Reiss 414-321-7440 Guest Book & Directions www.heritagefuneral.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 8, 2013.

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Ron Gaudes, MSOE teacher and continuing education director.

September 2, 2021

I will always remember Larry as a fine person and dedicated professional. Our work together at MSOE was both rewording and respected. Larry had a profound influence on my son Scott's success as an industrial engineer as well as Professor Korta's other students and the success of the university.

Fred Krafczyk

September 27, 2017

Larry was a classmate and deeply involved with school activities. I played basketball and Larry was always super conscious of assisting the team in many different ways. A great example and role model for anyone to follow. Fred Krafczyk

October 5, 2013

Dear Joyce and the Korta Family.

I was very sorry to hear of Larry. Our family will keep your family and Larry in our prayers. God Bless you Joyce.

Gary Byers

Michael Dubis

September 13, 2013

Joyce and the entire Korta family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. You have been the strength for so many at St Greg's, in their time of need. May Gods peace be with you now.

Brian Houston

September 13, 2013

My heart is very heavy for the entire Korta family. This family has been loving, kind, and supportive to me for a long time and I am so sorry to see such a strong light of love lost. My only hope is to have your healing begin soon and your tears of sadness being replaced with tears of laughter I have grown used to when being with this amazing family.

Prague 2001

bob lemke

September 12, 2013

Joyce,
Both you and Larry made our family so welcome in our 2001 Prague trip. I do know this was one of your and Larry's favorite spots. Larry and his smile and concern for others will be something the Lemke family will not forget. Peace.

Chad Campbell

September 11, 2013

Korta Family - I am praying for you all. Mr Korta was a great man, mentor, and teacher. He had a tremendous impact on me as a young man, and almost 20 years later he still positively shapes the way I approach life. I am grateful for having known him.

Marie Dudenas

September 10, 2013

My sympathies go out to the entire Korta family during this time. Larry was a wonderful educator and then became a friend. He positively affected so many lives.

Brian Savoie

September 10, 2013

Thank you Professor Korta - always admired you and appreciated your work. My prayers to your family.

Kim Eickert

September 10, 2013

Prayers and comfort to the family during this difficult time. Prof. Korta was a great man.

Judy Perinovic

September 10, 2013

Joyce and family
I was sorry to read about the loss of your husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Your MMC "little sis"

Tim Guy

September 10, 2013

Larry made such an enormous impact on my life! Over 10 years after graduation, and I'm still quoting him. Thank you Larry!

Scott Duch '89

September 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family in the sad time. Prof. Korta made my time at MSOE a very memorable experience. It was nice seeing and hearing him again during the "Last Lecture".

Jim Dudzik

September 10, 2013

Prayers for the Korta family. Professor Korta was a great teacher and mentor to a lot of MSOE students. Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace. Amen.

Matt Schaefer

September 9, 2013

Larry was always eager to help a colleague and so generous with his time and talents. He was a good role model.

September 9, 2013

I will always remember Larry as an outstanding, dedicated teacher and friend. One of MSOE,s best.

September 9, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about this. I 'll always remember Larry with a smile on his face. He'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Sue Maurer

September 9, 2013

Joyce, I am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a treasured friend, mentor and colleague. You and your family will be in our prayers.

Lisa Zidek

September 9, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Larry was a great man, and he will be dearly missed.
-Charlene Yauch

Chuck Roemer

September 8, 2013

Joyce, Jenny, Jon, Tom, Andy, and Amy, I'm so sorry to hear this news. You're in my prayers and I offer my heartfelt condolences.

Jennifer Trost

September 8, 2013

I am sooo sad to hear this news. Larry was always greeted me with a welcoming smile and those twinkling eyes as he would lean back and fold his hands to listen. He made my time at MSOE that much better. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with entire Korta family.

Anne McKernan

September 8, 2013

Love and prayers to your family. We were so sorry to hear this sad news. Thinking of you all. Anne & Joe McKernan

September 8, 2013

Dear Eleanore and family,
Prayers for all of you at this sad time. I heard from a friend in West Allis about Larry's death.
Peace and love.
Ed Kremer

Fr. Marv Knighton

September 8, 2013

Dear Joyce and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you with the passing of Larry. Larry was devoted to you Joyce and the family. He lived out his faith by his service to others. It is with that same faith we are called to believe that Larry's "life is simply changed not ended." I hold you in prayer.

Sincerely,
Fr. Marv Knighton

Craig Tallar

September 8, 2013

I will miss my old friend of MSOE. My prayers and condolences to his family.

Mary & Bill Reifschneider

September 8, 2013

Dear Korta Family, May God bless you at this time, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish all your wonderful memories.

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