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Laura Murphy
October 19, 2009
Lori and extended family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 16, 2009
So sorry to hear of Butch's passing. I went to Portland Elementary with Butch and always remember he was a very sweet and kind guy. We also graduated from Bangor with the class of 1968. I have been reading wonderful things about Butch--he sounds like he was a great and caring person.
Susie "Jones" Policelli
Bangor (formerly Mt. Bethel)
Vic Melnick
October 14, 2009
Although I didn't know butch as the fire chief, we did go to grade school together in Portland, rode some motorcycle together and worked bingo where his father called numbers. I;m deeply saddened to hear butch is gone. My deepest sympathy to the family
Maria and Gary
October 7, 2009
We met Butch twice when he delivered furniture to our house. He was a great guy and a fellow firefighter. Our
prayers are with you and your family.
October 6, 2009
To all those who have shared this time with the Kochanski Family, we thank you.
Though we still can't believe this has happened, I can't help but believe that Butch would be suprised at all the people who showed up to honor him and support us.
Time stops for no one.
Not even a man as good as Butch.
Days will pass and I have to believe the grief will lessen.
But all of our memories will remain.
Thank you and God Bless all of you,
Joanne, Butchie, Kimmie, Baby Chase, Lori & Scott
October 6, 2009
Joanne and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. I have had the pleasure in serving under Butch for the past six years as a line officer in the department and I have learned alot from him. He was always there for me wheather I just needed to talk or if I needed advice. He was the man in the department that I always looked up to and admired. I will definetly miss the times we shared together and the daily phone calls we had with each other.
R.I.P (CHIEF) YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
CHARLIE FRANTZ SFD
Todd "Teeter" Martin
October 6, 2009
Dear Joanne, Lori & Butchie:
Now that I've had a chance to collect myself and sit and ponder my thoughts & emotions, I felt compelled to once again extend my sincere condolences and support for my friend, Fire Chief and fellow public servant in his guest book.
Though words alone can not express my true feelings, I can tell each of you that many of the friends and residents that Butch touched through his stint as our Fire Chief and and 36 years in the department are also feeling much of the same pain that consumes each of your hearts as a result of your loss.
Each of you will handle this loss differently, and with this in mind, you'll need to nurture each other daily to ease the healing process that we all go through during these difficult times. As each day comes and goes, you'll all be able to slowly feel at peace knowing that Butch is resting in the safest and most comfortable place one ask for.....a place where he can witness the love and closeness of a respected family and many close friends, all who will cherish the memories of a great man, husband, father and public servant and hold them close to their hearts from this day forward.
I will personally miss Butch's guidance, dry humor and the direction he extended to those of us who had the honor of being his Assistant Chiefs through the camaraderie of the Fire Department and its membership. He had the ability to surround himself with good people and true leaders and he always put the needs of his family and close friends ahead of himself.
Butch will always be a part of our lives and he will live within each of us every day. He spoke often and looked forward to becoming a grandfather to Butch & Kim's son Chase, who is expected to be born any day now and though he left us before that milestone, he was a lucky man to be able to "practice" his "grand-dad" instincts with Lori's wonderful children who he so ever loved, cherished and enjoyed.
Butch, in his own ways has left each of us with something special to remember him by, be it something physical, spiritual or emotional, all through the path that he walked daily for us to follow as a part of the "Circle of Life" where one day, we "will" all meet again.
Again, we will all handle this loss differently, though through the strengths of each other, I can only hope that this along with the many other notes, cards and the kind thoughts that our support, and that of other friends can help make your grief a little easier to bear during this difficult time.
Many of us have already felt his presence in many of the daily things we do daily, be it in our lives or for some of us at the Fire Station. We are all ver y lucky to have known and had Butch in our lives and for that I will be forever grateful.
God Bless and Keep the Faith!
Love ya's!
Todd "Teeter" Martin
Asst. Fire Chief &
Monroe County Sheriff
Bruce Kessler
October 5, 2009
Please accept my sympathy in your time of great loss of Butch. I have known him since we were kids growing up in Portland and he was such a great guy.I know he is right up above and watching over all of us for all eternity.God Bless. Bruce,PH&L
Jill Brink
October 4, 2009
Joanne and family please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of your loss. If there is ever anything that we can do to help you please do not hesitate to call upon us. God's blessing to all
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Linda and Mick Perfetti
October 4, 2009
To the Kochanski Family and Extended Family,
While no words are sufficient to comfort you at this most difficult time, good memories of Butch can. Let those memories guide you through today and the future as they will never leave you.
Mary Hopkins
October 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike MacArt
October 3, 2009
My condolences to the Kochanski family in this time of hardship. Many people knew Butch in many different ways, whether family, friends, fire service, work, or of resent, stain glass window making. We all loved him and respected him on a higher level, a level that set him apart from the rest of the world.
Butch knew the ways of teaching with out lecturing. He knew how to encourage without pushing. He knew how to bring change for the good, with out the fear of the unknown. He knew how to celebrate the good actions, with out signs, parties, or hoopla. Theses are only some of the things that made him master of his craft. Theses are things that set "Butch" apart from the rest of the people in this world, but his humbleness was what let him walk with us on the journeys we all took with him.
Thank you Butch for setting the perfect example of Father, Husband, Friend, and Chief, for all that follow and try to fill your boots.
He will never be forgotten, EVER!
Butch, Thank you!
Pat & Bob Ferguson
October 3, 2009
We shall keep you all in our prayers.
John, Terri, Alissa, Nichole, & Kelly Roger
October 3, 2009
To the Kochanski Family,
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Susan Neipert
October 3, 2009
Kochanski Family
I remember Butch as a big sweet careing man. He was always ready to help whenever he was needed. I knew him from the earlier days of the Fire company and always respected his dedication.I have moved from Stroudsburg and have been away from the people there for a long time but his memory is still clear. God bless you in this difficult time
Jeremy Popecki, Former Sta. 29 member
October 3, 2009
Dear Kochanski Family and Sta.38 members, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Butch was a great man that will be missed by all . His memory and his legacy will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Chief.
Chris Lee
October 3, 2009
Mrs. Kochanski & Lori,
I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Kochanski's passing. I spent countless hours at your home as a child playing with Lori and you always made me feel at home! My family always felt so good knowing you were Gram's neighbor ( Bertha Lee). My thoughts are with you!
mike agathangelo
October 3, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ken (42-9-9) Coville
October 3, 2009
I can't express how sorrowful I feel for your loss. Butch was a mainstay in the firefighting family for so many years. I remember him well at county meetings from when I joined Station 42 almost 20 years ago. Godspeed Butch!
October 2, 2009
Dear Joanne & family and Station 38 Members,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you.
God Bless,
Washington Twp Vol Fire Co
Station 38
Northampton County
Robert Transue Jr.
October 2, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy to the Kochanski family. Butch treated me like he knew me forever and was always more than willing to give me guidance as I began my fire investator career. He will be sorely missed.
Toscano Family
October 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the memories bring you comfort.
Sue & Russ Marsh
October 2, 2009
Joanne and Family,
We no longer live in East Stroudsburg, but we'll always remember the times we had at Happy Hour in the past. We are so sad to hear about Butch's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family and may God give you strength to get through this sad time.
Pam Caskie
October 2, 2009
Joanne and Family: I was saddened today to see the announcement of Butch's sudden death. He was a consumat professional. Since leaving Stroudsburg, I have had full time Fire Chief and they were no better qualified or dedicated than Butch. He became the Chief during my early days there and the expectation was that the department would rotate Chief's position every few years. I was always please to see that the department had the good sense to keep Butch as the Chief. He will be missed by his department, his friends and I know most of all by you, his very beloved family. I am sorry for all of your loss.
Rep. John Siptroth
October 2, 2009
Joanne and family, I want you to know how much the community will miss Butch and his leadership skills. I wish I could be home to pay tribute to such a fine man, but I am in Harrisburg. Elaine will be there Saturday. God Bless you all
Sherman Theater
October 2, 2009
Joanne,
I am so saddened to hear of Butch's passing. HE was a nice man and dedicated community Servant. I appreciated the times I got to collaberate with him to help make our town a better place. God Bless you and your family,
Richard W. Berkowitz
October 2, 2009
To The Kochanski Family:
We were very sorry to hear of Butch's death, and we offer our sincerest sympathy to the entire family.
John & Carol Pfizenmayer
Longs, SC
Formerly of Acme Hose Company No. 1
October 2, 2009
To the Kochanski family, my deepest sympathy over the loss of Butch. He became a great friend and was the epitome of a firefighter/chief
Nick Dzwonczyk
Carbondale Fire Department
Jim & Mary Lou McGowan
October 2, 2009
To the Kochanski family,
We were so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your husband and father,our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to your whole family.
Sandy & Richard Blke
October 2, 2009
Joanne, Richard and I were so saddened to hear of the passing of Butch. So sudden. You were such good neighbors to us while we lived next door. God Bless You and may you find strength in the many thoughts and prayers of so many who will miss him so much. Sandy Blake
Andy & Nancy Milazzo
October 2, 2009
We cannot begin to express our heartfelt sympathy for you and your family during this most difficult time.
Our prayers are being sent to God for the family & the entire FD
Samantha Perry
October 2, 2009
To the Kochanski family,
My dad Jim Perry was involved in the fire department and Chief was a great influence in the department and also the lives of all the firefighters. I know he was a huge part of my dad's life and because of that he was a large part of our family. He will always be remembered and thought of frequently. My deepest sympathy goes out to you during this time. My prayers and thoughts will be with you.
Michelle (Gardner) Wertheimer
October 2, 2009
Kochanski Family
Joanne,Lori,Jr and Cheryl
Although we don't see each other that often I want you to know we think of you all very often...Butch and Cheryl were are older cousins growing up in Portland, Pa. Looking back those were the best days of our lives...Chuckie looked up to Butch and I to Cheryl. Joanne when you came along well that was it for BUTCHIE! You can be so proud of him! God love you all!
Your Cousin
Chris, Amy, B and Mary Overbeck
October 2, 2009
Joanne & Family and everyone from Station 38,
Our love goes out to you all. Butch will be greatly missed. He has been a great mentor, leader and friend to us. Your dedication and leadership always inspired Chris to be proud to be a Stroudsburg Fire Fighter. It continued with B as well, he had always looked forward to the day he could join "the guys" at the firehouse. It was quite the surprise going to Lancaster for the Mud Sales and running into the two of you so far from home. We would be honored to have Joanne accompany us to the Mud Sales next year if she wishes.
Butch will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Thank you Butch for all you instilled in both Chris and B.
Joanne Barbera
October 2, 2009
Joanne, Lori & Butch,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Butch was a good man who will be missed terribly. May his love for each of you and your memories make this difficult time a little easier.
Joanne Barbera
October 2, 2009
Joanne, Lori & Butch,
My thoughts are prayers are with you and your families. Butch was a good person and I know you will all miss him terribly! I hope the love he had for each of you and your memories make this difficult time a little easier.
Cathy & Donald Repsher
October 2, 2009
Dear Joanne...We cannot begin to express our heartfelt sympathy for you and your family during this most difficult time. We did not know Butch as a fire chief but as a true friend whom we are going to greatly miss. We enjoyed the time that we spent with you and Butch during your visits to Chincoteague and also on our cruise. The memories we have will be with us forever. We are so sorry we cannot be with you during this time but our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and your family. With love...Cathy & Donald Repsher
Claudia Anthony
October 2, 2009
Joann And Family .Iam Sorry To Hear About The Death Of Butch.He Was A Good Man And Good Friend.My Prays Are With You And Family.God Bless You And Family.
October 2, 2009
Joann And Family .Iam Sorry To Hear About The Death Of Butch.He Was A Good Man And Good Friend.My Prays Are With You And Family.God Bless You And Family.
October 2, 2009
Thank you Butch, for your service and dedication to keeping our town safe. The community's thoughts and prayers are with your family. May you rest in peace.
A Stroudsburg Resident
October 2, 2009
You had one heck of a run, amazing Cheif, amazing friend to those who were and an amazing person. May you Rest In Peace!!
Bill Edinger
October 2, 2009
My condolences to the Kochanski family and the Stroudsburg FD at your time of loss. Butch will be missed by all who knew him.
West End Ambulance Als Division
Della Singer Stenlake
October 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joseph Bell
October 2, 2009
No Bond is as great as that between a firefighter and his fellow firefighters
Joe Bell Barrett Fire Co Station 22 (Cleveland Ohio)
Linda and Frank Benzak
October 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brown Family, Station 38
October 2, 2009
Words can never express our heartfelt sorrow due to the loss of Butch. He epitomized what a chief, public servant and human being should be. Many times we would pass by the firehouse and see the chief’s truck on the ramp with the light on inside the firehouse. His dedication to the community and members of the Stroudsburg Fire Department went above and beyond. His turn out gear boots (Shoes for most folks) will be tough to fill. Joanne, Kim and Butch III, we greave with you and wish you peace in knowing the legacy Butch left behind.
Carol Price
October 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family and also with the Stroudsburg Fire Department.
Thank you for all your years of service to the community. May you rest in Peace. God Bless.
October 2, 2009
We lost a good man a fellow firefighter. He may be gone but never forgotten. RIP and to his family our deepest sympathy. He will be missed by all.
Linda Goodfellow
October 2, 2009
We lost a good man a fellow firefighter. He may be gone but never forgotten. RIP and to his family our deepest sympathy. He will be missed by all
Paul Ringheiser
October 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you - Paul & Sandy Ringheiser
Paul Ringheiser
October 2, 2009
May God bless you and be with you more than ever as you go through this time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you - The Firefighters at Tobyhanna -
Paul Ringheiser
October 2, 2009
Our condelences, thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this time. - the Firefighters @ Tobyhanna Army Depot - Fire & Emergency Services Division
Mark Hull
October 2, 2009
Sincerest Condolences to the Kochanski Family and the Stroudsburg Fire Department.
Mark Hull
Lionville Fire Company
Downingtown Fire Department #2
rich
October 2, 2009
Rest in peace chief may my thoughts and prayers be with you and your entire family.God Bless the stroudsburg fire department
Lenny Wallace (Honorary Member Station 38
October 2, 2009
Being A Fire Fighter is a Great Honor and there is no better way I can think of To serve your Comnunity. I am Proud to have served under Butch he was a Great Inspiration too me. One of my Best Moment's with Butch and the rest of my Brother Fire Fighter was when we would be in the parades in Eastburg & Stroudsburg and hear the applause we get from the people we served that was our pay back! Butch was everything that everyone here has said and will be greatly missed. My prayers go to All of Butch's Family
thomas j carmella lll
October 2, 2009
so sorry to here about butch
The Lapping Family
October 2, 2009
Dear Joanne and Family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. You will be in my heart and prayers.
Although it may take along time for the pain to go away just know that each day it becomes alittle less and that you have lots of friends for support to help you through your time in need.
Jackie Lapping
October 2, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mark & Sandy Handl
October 2, 2009
With deepest sympathy. May God be with you always.
October 2, 2009
Rest now my fallen brother
Lay soft your suffering back
Rest well and forever
Your memory shall not lack
Rest your tired hands
Wipe clean your weary brow
Rest here your breaking heart
We know you gave your all
Rest easy, you’ve done your part
You’ve answered your last call
Oh lord, watch over another who just fell
As we ring the final bell.
I extend my sympathy and condolences to Chief Kochanski's wife, children and grandchildren and to the Stroudburg Fire Department in their time of loss. Chief Kochanski will be missed by all.
Michael McGrath, MCFC
Mehmet, Jackie, and Lucy Barzev
October 2, 2009
I hope the Kochanski family finds the strength to get through this tragedy, and is warmed by the love and support of a grateful community. Butch was much more than a volunteer fire chief. He was a dedicated family man, a dedicated servant to the borough of Stroudsburg, and an inspiration to those who served under him. Butch was a man of his word, and the type of guy who would help anyone, with anything. His leadership within the department never stopped after the call was over, and his guidance resonates through all who had the privilege of knowing him. Rest in peace sir and thank you for all you’ve done! Your legacy carries far beyond our little borough, county, and even the commonwealth. We can never replace you in your role within your family, or the community; but can offer your family a boat load of new brothers and sisters. Good bless, and again thank you.
Gene & Cathy Horvat
October 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sun Valley Vol. Fire Company Station 39
October 1, 2009
Our Prayers come as one from Sun Valley Vol. Fire Company
Station 39. The Chief will be missed by many of his friends and fellow firefighters in Monroe County.
Our prayers will always remember HIM for the man he was
touching many over the years.
Theresa & John Rauh SFD
October 1, 2009
Joanne,Family and Extnded family at station #38 This is a very hard time for all. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. A legacy he has left. He will always be near.It may be a flicker of light or a wisper of wind.
Rememberit's just him letting you know he is here.
God Bless
Adrienne Gardner
October 1, 2009
Joanne and Family, My condolences go out to you and your children.
Rob Brands
October 1, 2009
To the Kochanski Family,
I extend my deepest sympathy to you during this especially difficult time. I remember coming to Duckloe's to visit my Aunt Dee and seeing Butch I also recall my Uncle Bruce talking about how great of guy Butch was. The community has lost a great leader, may you rest in peace Butch and God Bless your family.
Gregory & Tracy Holt
October 1, 2009
I never met Butch Kochanski, but I can certainly tell by reading this guest book, the fire service and the community has lost a great man.You will be missed Chief Kochanski.
Rest In Peace
Scott Primrose
October 1, 2009
To the Kochanski family and Stroudsburg Fire Department: May the Lord grant you strength during this difficult time. I will pray for God's peace for you all.
Tracie Green
October 1, 2009
Kochanski family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Butch will be truely missed. May God continue to provide you with strength and peace within your hearts. We love you and are truely sorry for your loss.
Michael and Shannon Miller
October 1, 2009
Dear Joanne, Lori and Butchie,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Big Butch. We will remeber him always, as will our children. I know you are so proud to have a husband and father who was loved by so many. And we are proud to have known him.
nick bauer
October 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bob Francis
October 1, 2009
Josanne and Family: Words cannot express the sorrow and shock that Holli and I feel. Butch was one of the best men we've ever known. The community has lost a true gentleman and humanitartian.
Emily's Confirmation Party
Charlie Vail
October 1, 2009
May the love of friends and Family carry you through your grief.
Butch will be greatly missed in this community, not only as the Fire Chief, but also as a good neighbor, always with a smile and a hello. The Kochanski family is in our prayers. You will get through this! We are all here for you.
MECAB Members
October 1, 2009
Joanne and Family,
Please accept our sympathy on your loss.
Rich and Lana Nalichowski
October 1, 2009
Dear Joanne and family,
Please accept our condolences on your loss. We never had the privilege of meeting Butch, but realize that he was a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julio Martinez
October 1, 2009
Our deepest condolences to the Kochanski Family. Butch will be missed greatly by everyone who had the priviledge to known him. Rest in peace chief.
Michael Regan, Former FF, Station 38
October 1, 2009
Chief, you will be missed by many. I would like to thank you for everything that you have done for the community, the fire dept. and me. In my 5 years with the department, you have shown me through example, pride, honor, respect, courage, and selflessness. You were a great Chief, and I know that you will always being watching over the guys. May you walk with the angels now.
Pat & Jerry Doxey
October 1, 2009
Dear Joanne and Family,
So sorry to hear of your husbands' passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Jim Snee
October 1, 2009
Joanne,
Deepest Sympathy to you and your family on Butch's death.
Be proud, he was a wonderful husband father and friend. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Jim Snee ESFD
David & Dorothy Pfeifer
October 1, 2009
May these few words of sympathy help to ease the burden that you bear for the loss of a truly special person.
October 1, 2009
To the Kochanski Family,
Our family only met the chief at spagetti dinners. He always had nice things to say about our son,Mike. I knew Mike was in good hands. He taught our son many life lessons. God bless you in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and all the Station 38 firefighters.
Thank you God for time you gave my son with Chief. May he rest in peace.
The David MacArt Family, Taylor, PA
Melinda Kirk
October 1, 2009
Dear Joanne
Please know my thoughts are with you and your family.
Ann Hastings
October 1, 2009
Joanne and family --
So, so sorry to hear of your loss. You will all remain in my prayers during this time of deep sorrow. Remember the Lord is with you; and Butch is now with the Lord. With deepest sympathy.
Ann Hastings (Tupperware)
The Miller Girls
October 1, 2009
Dear Big Butch,
We'll miss you playing pranks on us.
October 1, 2009
FIREFIGHTER
Not many people remember us,
Not many people care,
Unless a life is saved or lost,
While we are fighting there.
We learn to respect the fire we fight,
And even love it too,
In order to end it's destructive path,
It's what we train to do.
There are many who can't comprehend,
Why we love the things they fear.
We're the first they call in their time of need, It's the reason why we're here.
The next alarm might make us proud,
And heroes of same kind,
Or maybe it will be our last,
In service to mankind.
But whatever fate may bring us,
It doesn't change our hearts.
We're Firefighters to the end.
We'll always do our part.
** He was not just a fireman, but he was also a family man. From what I know of the men in his company, he was a leader and a friend. He loved and respected all like they were family. He will be missed.
Kerry M. Knapp
West End Community Ambulance
Harvey Sutter
October 1, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kathleen Farrelly
October 1, 2009
Dear Joanne and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family.
October 1, 2009
To Butch and Kimmy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family and little Chase are in our prayers.
- Krista Paolucci and Chris Choida
C.R. Stokes
October 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kochanski family. May you rest in peace butch.
October 1, 2009
To Joanne and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary deQuevedo and Bob Tagliabue
carl rost
October 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
carl rost station 33
Hope Smith
October 1, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
October 1, 2009
Chief
You were the first face I saw when coming into the Company, and you accepted me like one of the family even then.
Thanks for all you taught me and all my fellow firefighters. You will be sorely missed, but we know you will be at ever fire with us. God Bless You
Matt Station 29
October 1, 2009
Rest in peace brother. you will be be missed
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