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John Hruska Obituary
John was born in Youngstown, OH and graduated from Youngstown State University. He moved to Louisville with his family in 1980 but remained an avid Ohio State fan. He was retired from the printing industry with over 40 years of success. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, time at the beach, and golf. John was a loving husband, a proud father and "Papa", and a friend to all. A member of Concordia Lutheran Church, he loved and lived life to the fullest.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Ann Hruska.
John is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Darlin; his four children, David (Amber), Holly Isaacs (Patrick), Michael and Christy; two grandchildren, Conall and Charlotte; his sister, Barbara Mesarich (Steve), twin brother, Paul (Sue); 11 nieces and nephews; eight great-nieces and nephews; four godchildren, his Plainview family and a host of family and dear friends.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Concordia Lutheran Church, 1127 E Broadway, Louisville, with burial at Cave Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from noon-8 .p.m. at Highlands Funeral Home, 3331 Taylorsville Road.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Heart Association or his church.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Hruska
March 28, 2013
Dear Darlin and kids, just heard about your loss. We only have great memories of our time as neighbors, even though it is now 30 years ago. We love and miss you, Doug and Gayle Buth
Beaumont Boyd
March 28, 2013
Dear Hruska's,
Katie and I wanted you to know that we are thinking about you in your time of loss. We love your family very much and are with you in spirit today. Papa was a great man, and he will be dearly missed.
American Heart Association
March 28, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Stacy Franey
March 26, 2013
Mike and Hruska Family,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Steve Oliver
March 26, 2013
I'm saddened to hear about John's passing. I enjoyed the opportunity of having known John and will miss our annual conversation. John was a very loyal client to me. My thoughts and prayers are with Darlin and John's kids during this time of loss.
Betsy Heady
March 26, 2013
Darlin and family, So deeply sorry for your loss....praying for the peace and comfort of The Lord to wrap you in His loving arms.
janet greco
March 26, 2013
Your in our thoughts and prayers, love you, remembering adventures on the farm, and grandmas stories.
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