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John Chapuk Obituary
of Binghamton
John J. Chapuk, 81, passed away Monday, August 3, 2009 after a brief illness. He was born in Witherbee, NY, the son of Michael and Michaelina (Ziemaitis) Chapuk. He was predeceased by his son, John M. Chapuk; his brothers, Michael, Walter, Joseph, and Martin Chapuk. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty years, Joanne Chapuk, Binghamton; his daughter, Kathryn A. Gerrish; and grandson, Anthony J. Dix, Maine. Also survived by nieces and nephews. He was a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus and was past faithful navigator. He enjoyed sports and was a referee and umpire. He was employed for thirty five years by Singer Link. He was a member of Saints John and Andrew Church. He was a very quiet private person who enjoyed life and the love of his family and friends.
Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday 10:00 a.m. at Saints John and Andrew RC Church, 1263 Vestal Avenue, Binghamton. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Saints John and Andrew Church Thursday from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry c/o Saints John and Andrew Church, 1263 Vestal Ave., Binghamton, NY 13903. Arrangements handled by the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Ave., Binghamton, NY.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Chapuk
Dennis Dix
August 11, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathy. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Tony Dix
August 10, 2009
I'll miss you very much, grandpa. I'll always remember you and the fun times I had visiting. Be good. Rest now. Your grandson, Tony
August 6, 2009
My husband and I worked at Link with John. We rembember John as a very quiet, nice person. It is a sad loss for you and your loved ones.
Sincerely,
Sara and Ward Peterman
Robert Keesler
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 5, 2009
Dear JoAnne....my thoughts and prayers are with you. Connie Lawson (Lori's Lithuanian friend)
Janet Abel
August 5, 2009
I am very sorry for the loss of John- God bless,
Rev. Janet- Elizabeth Church
Christine Hurlbut
August 5, 2009
We will miss you, especially on Holidays, when we're eating your favorite scalloped potatoes.
love ya,
Chris & Tom
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