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John Potak Obituary
John Potak, 85 of Monroe, CT, son of late Joseph & Martha Potak of PA died Nov 12, 2012. He was a veteran in the US Army. He retired from Sikorsky Aircraft Stratford, CT after 35 years upon retiring in NC. Survived by his wife Florence Potak, two sons John & Robert, & three daughters Mary Duthie, Jean Marie Olofson, Sandra Corriera, several grandchildren, nieces & nephews. A private service will be held in at a later date. Donations may be given to ALS ASSC.
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December 30, 2012
To all who responded to my dad's obituary, thank you very much. To John Zahor- us older siblings John, Robert and Mary went to St. Stephens school through 8th grade. For those who knew Sandra and Jean, I have passed the sentiments on . Thank you again. My dad was not sick one day of his life. Then out of no where he gets ALS and in less than 2 years died. It's a horrible disease, you are a prisoner in your own body. His mind was sharp as ever. He did his own taxes April of this year. Once again thank you all for your thoughts. May you have a very Happy, Healthy and prosperous New Year. Mary (the oldest 1971 graduate of Masuk High)
Susan (Melfi) St. Pierre
December 27, 2012
To the Potak family:
So sorry for your loss. We have many wonderful memories of being 'backyard' neighbors. Thoughts are prayers are with you all.
John Zahop
December 20, 2012
To the Potak Family, I was deeply saddened to learn of John's passing. Former St.Stephen-St. Jude teacher John Zahor
Shawn Baumann
December 17, 2012
Sandy and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Robynne Wildman
December 16, 2012
Jean, So sorry for your loss.
Glen and Carol Prentice
December 16, 2012
Dear John, Robert and family:
Carol and I send along our sincere condolences for the loss of your father. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
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