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John Krupa Obituary
John was born in Ashley on Jan. 7, 1927. He was the son of the late Stephen and Anna Botsko.
John was a graduate of Ashley High School and Pennsylvania State University.
He served with the U.S. Army during World War II, attaining the rank of staff sergeant. He was honorably discharged in 1946.
John was employed as an industrial engineer by RCA in Mountain Top, retiring in 1984.
He enjoyed reading books, taking long walks and was an avid golfer.
John is survived by his wife, Ethel Krupa, Ashley; daughter, Carol Casacci, Laflin; sons, David Krupa, Venice, Fla.; James Krupa, Pottstown; and Thomas Krupa, Philadelphia; sister, Helen Taminini, Kingston; numerous nieces and nephews.
A blessing service for John will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. The Rev. Thomas O'Malley will officiate. Interment will be private.
Relatives and friends may call from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday.
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Kathy (Helfrich) Busch
May 17, 2012
Dave, Carol and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Keep him close in your hearts. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Rose Chwastyk Roote
May 17, 2012
Carol, David, Jimmy, and Tommy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May 17, 2012
GOD BLESS you John and rest in peace.
Steve Chubrick Jr.
Largo, Fl.
May 17, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your sorrow. We will always be grateful for the wonderful golfing memories that "Johnny" had with my dad. John will always have a special place in my dad's heart.
dortha slabinski kluk
May 17, 2012
Jim and your family - so sorry for the loss of your father - Prayers going out to you and your family. May your family and friends keep you in their prayers.
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