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Helen Agnes Kanapielka Kosturko

Helen Kosturko Obituary

KOSTURKO Helen Agnes Kanapielka Kosturko, age 88, longtime Stratford resident, died Saturday, May 27, 2006 at her home. Born in Bridgeport, she was the beloved wife of the late William Joseph Kosturko. Her brother Joseph P. Kane also predeceased her. She will be sadly missed by her son, William Kosturko and his wife, Mary Woodhouse; daughter, Christine Bastien and her husband, Robert; grandchildren, Sarah-Anne and David Bastien; and her very dear friend and neighbor for more than 50 years, Jean Serra and her daughter, Lynne Serra. Calling hours have been omitted and burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. Kosturko's memory to Northeast Animal Shelter, 204 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970 (978) 745-9888.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Jun. 1, 2006.

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Michael and Sandie Turner

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