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Eugene Shufesky Obituary
During WWII, he served as a squad leader, and was discharged with the rank of Sergeant. For 33 years, he worked as a heat treater at Bucyrus-Erie, retiring in March 1984, when the shop closed. Gene enjoyed golfing and bowling.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Myron and Dennis Shufesky.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Lenore F.(Kennedy) Shufesky; a son, Dr. Eugene F. Shufesky, Erie; two daughters, Sandra Ann (Michael) Kaliszak, Kalamazoo, Mich., and Donna Herder, Beaver, Pa.; and six grandchildren, Justin, Jeffery and Jordan (Amy) Herder, Jessica (Evan) Alkema, Sara and Matthew Kaliszak.
Friends may call on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Brugger Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1595 West 38th Street, at Greengarden Boulevard, and may attend a service there Saturday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Dennis Martin officiating. Burial will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent at www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com.
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Marilyn Rieger
January 14, 2020
Gene always made the OLP choir entertained when he and Dick McLaughlin came to rehearsal They both smiled and laughed together and we all enjoyed their light-hearted comments.
I think of them often and always together. I'm sure they are "at it again" now that Gene is with Dick.
joseph prischak
January 12, 2020
Dear Nora & Family,
We are very much saddened by hearing of Gene's passing away and also sorry we did not learn of it until yesterday late. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we mourn of your loss, We will always remember his warm smile and our many conversations across the yard.
With God's Blessings,
Isabel & Joe Prischak
Jo Ann Mazzio
January 10, 2020
Theresa (Weaver), I am so sorry for the loss of your Uncle Gene. I know how much he meant to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Your Friend Jo-Jo
Kimberle Farver
January 9, 2020
We will miss "Uncle Gene" and remember all of the joy he brought to many. Sending thoughts and prayers to Aunt Nora, Gene, Sandy, Donna and Families.
Love "Kimmy" Farver
Kimberle Farver
January 9, 2020
Dear Aunt Nora, Gene, Sandy, Donna and Families:
We will always remember the bright spirit of "Uncle Gene" over the years and will miss him. We are sending you our prayers and wishes.
God Bless
"Kimmy"
Nancy Dipko
January 9, 2020
Dear Sandy and family,
I send you my deepest sympathies! Obviously, I didnt know your dad but, I remember you from our old Hamot School of Nursing days and thought the world of you!
Most sincerely,
Nancy Curry Dipko
January 9, 2020
Our sincerest sympathy to Nora, Gene, Sandy, Donna & Families.
Gene was a great neighbor & true friend for many years. He will be in our hearts forever while remembering a favorite Phrase of his... "HO,HO,HO"! Rest in peace Gene.
Mel & Marcia
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