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Victoria Rodak Obituary
Victoria Alice Rodak, formerly of Darien, Connecticut was recently called home to the Lord. Victoria was born in 1962 to the late Walter and Dorothy Rodak of Milford, Connecticut, where she was educated in the public-school system, graduating as valedictorian of Milford High School's class of 1980. Victoria was invited to attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), graduating in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, with a minor in French language and literature. While at MIT, Victoria was a member of the women's varsity gymnastics team, Society of Women Engineers and American Institute of Chemical Engineers. Victoria was a lifelong member of Delta Psi, a national co-educational fraternity, serving as an officer of the MIT Tau chapter.
Following graduation, Victoria began a career as a consultant and manager to the international chemical industry, including the Rhone-Poulenc and Unilever companies. After twenty years of work and travel in the corporate world, Victoria was called to pursue her lifelong passion for the culinary arts. Victoria became a private chef, sharing her talent in fine dining and entertainment that her friends and family had so long enjoyed.
Victoria's beautiful green eyes and ready smile captivated all who met her, along with her adventuresome spirit, and conversation that ranged from art, music, faith, and politics, to travel, architecture, fashion and much more. Victoria was a thoughtful, generous and inspiring friend to many, who will remember her as always willing to listen and lend her problem-solving abilities to any situation.
Victoria was devoted to her faith in the Lord, and her beloved feline family: Romy, Julian, Montana, Savannah and Paris. Victoria will be remembered especially for her service to St. Luke's parish, particularly at Community suppers and her care and nourishment to the Choir during their very active holiday schedules.
Victoria is survived by her brothers Walter Rodak of Phoenix, Arizona and his wife Diana; Daniel Rodak of Milford; Kristopher Rodak of Portland, Oregon and his wife Jill; and nieces Katarina and Kyra.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, August 25, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. in the St. Luke's Parish Chapel, 1864 Post Road, Darien CT 06820. Friends are invited to attend.
Those who wish to honor Victoria may make a voluntary donation in her memory to PAWS, (Pet Animal Welfare Society, Inc.), 504 Main Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851, pawsct.org, or to St. Luke's Parish, 1864 Post Road, Darien CT 06820, stlukesdarien.org.
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October 14, 2018
please accept my condolences on your loss gods word at 1 peter 5:6,7 may comfort you and family at this time of grief
Kathleen Wurn
September 3, 2018
My husband Tom and I are very saddened by the passing of your sister. We lived in Connecticut when we were first married (1972-75). I met your Mom and Dad (whom I adored) at a reception for us at my in-laws. I remember meeting the rest of the family at Christmas time. As my sister-in-law said, we were going to contact Vicki about the questions of the Krenisky (one of many spellings) family since we figured out that Tetta (sp) Alice was Grandma Potosky's sister. We talked about the family, trying to remember everyone's name. Fond memories.
Prayers for all,
Kathleen Wurn
Leslie Morrison
August 31, 2018
So sorry and shocked to hear about Vickis passing. My sister in law , Kathleen Wurn, and I were about to get in touch with her to connect with family. My mother, Helen Wurn was her fathers cousin. Our thoughts and prayers are with her brothers and their families at this time.
August 31, 2018
Just heard about Vicki's passing. I am so sorry, especially since my sister in law Kathleen Wurn and I were about to contact her. Vicki's father Walter was a cousin of my mothers. I would very much appreciated it one of the brothers contacted me. I am Leslie Wurn Morrison, Helen and Arnold Wurn's daughter. My email is [email protected]
Teresa McHugh
August 26, 2018
I will forever cherish my childhood memories of your sister Vicki. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies.
Teresa McGladrigan McHugh
Diane Lauricella
August 23, 2018
So sorry to hear this news.
I briefly worked with Vicky at a Shelton Environmental Consulting company around 1990 and was struck by her beauty, brains and love of the Simpsons!
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