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John Furmanick Obituary
STERLING - John Furmanick, 48, of Clinton Road, died unexpectedly at UMass Memorial Healthcare on Sunday, January 5, 2014. He was born in Clinton, the son of John Furmanick and Carolyn M. (Kazmierczak) Ramsey and was a life-long resident of Sterling.
John attended Wachusett Regional High School and was the successful owner and operator of Kristal Klear Tree Services in Sterling. His true passion was the outdoors where he enjoyed working in the woods as a logger, tending to his gardens and casting his fishing rod on any given day. He especially enjoyed any motor sport activities including boating, snowmobiling and motor cross.
Above all, John was a family man devoted to Kristal, his soul mate and best friend, whom he loved and shared a home with for over 20 years. Together they raised their son, Clayton, who John was especially proud of. He will be sadly missed by his loving family and many friends.
John is survived by his beloved companion, Kristal M. Dubovick; his son, Clayton J. Furmanick of Sterling; his daughter, Ashley M. Furmanick of Sterling; his mother, Carolyn M. Ramsey and his father, John Furmanick, both of Sterling; a brother, Joseph R. Furmanick of Sterling; two sisters, Jacquelyn M. Giroux and Evelyn J. Ramsey, both of Sterling; two nephews, Nicholas Giroux and John Phinney; and a niece, Bridget Phinney. He was predeceased by his stepfather, John Ramsey and his stepsister, Debra Ramsey.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Thursday, Jan. 9, from 4-7 p.m. in the Miles-Sterling Funeral & Tribute Center, 100 Worcester Road, Sterling, and again on Friday morning, Jan. 10, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a procession to St. Richard of Chichester Church, 4 Bridge Street, Sterling for a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be in Hillside Cemetery, Sterling. Memorial donations may be made to the "Clayton Furmanick UTMA Fund" c/o Santander Bank, attn: Ralph Pallotta, P.O. Box 45, Sterling, MA 01564. To share a memory or offer an online condolence, please visit
www.milesfuneralhome.com
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Karen Jodrey
December 31, 2022
Can not believe it has been 9 yrs. I know the pain for the family remains but the memories will always comfort you.
January 28, 2014
Johnny, you and Mike Cox will be together again - forever....now can you both try to stay out of trouble????
Mike's Mom......miss you both forever
Debi Fawe-Mattison
January 12, 2014
Thinking of the Furmanick and Ramsey families and I am very sorry for your loss. I just learned of Johns passing. I have so many fond memories growing up with all of you and this is such a tragic loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Tracey Brown-Farago
January 10, 2014
My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with John's family at this sad time. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Rest easy John.
~Tracey Brown-Farago, Beverly, MA
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Sandy Williams
January 9, 2014
My prayers with you Kristal, Clay and family. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Joey Andrade
January 9, 2014
John-John Furmanick WAS Sterling. He was one of the best friends I ever had. My deepest sympathy to you, Joey, Jackie and EJ. You guys know how much I loved him.
CREST Technologies
January 9, 2014
Clay and Family, we, at CREST, are deeply sorry for your loss. Clay, please know we're here for you if there is something we can do.
Mike Day
January 9, 2014
My deepest sincere condolences too a true friend Johnny's family. May he Rest in peace and watch down on us all.
January 8, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with all of his family and loved ones during this difficult time. JoEllen MacPherson
Posie Goss
January 8, 2014
John is the brother i never had. Glad he was in my life, and forever cherish the moments we spent together and the talks we had about "life". Love you John John to the moon and back and i will see you again someday..
Karen Jodrey
January 8, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the farm house in sterling growing up together.
Kirsten Andrews
January 8, 2014
Sending my heartfelt sympathy to the Furmanick family.
January 8, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Kristal Dubovick
January 7, 2014
Love of my life
Dave Malo
January 7, 2014
I`m so sorry to hear of John`s passing. May he rest in peace.
Kathy Kush Warner
January 7, 2014
Prayers for all the Furmanick family.He will be missed.
Janice Gambaccini
January 7, 2014
So very sorry to hear about John, I do have fond memories growing up in Sterling! My sincerest sympathies to the Furmanic Family.
Daviid Sanborn
January 7, 2014
Rest In Peace John-
Christine Oser
January 7, 2014
Krystal, Clay & Furmanick family,
We are sooooo sorry for your loss! Please know that John will be with you always in your heart and memories!
Praying for all of you!
Love always,
Christine Oser
Barbara Mellor
January 7, 2014
Kristal,Clay and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories, and peace in the knowledge of the love and life you lived . Much sympathy & love.
Stephanie Gladys
January 6, 2014
Dear John John... Remembering fondly of growing up together. I know your up in heaven fishing with Yiggy. You both are laughing and having FUN! Uncle Yash, Joey and Jacky - my sincerest Sympathy during your time of sorrow. May your memories and tears help help you in your grief.
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