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John Krupunich Obituary
He was born January 27, 1940 in Scranton, Pa., the son of the late John Krupunich and the late Anne K. Labosky Krupunich Ouslander.
John was a member of the Tri-States Chamber of Commerce; Tri-States Rod and Gun Club; Elk's Lodge No. 645, B.P.O.E and was a former member of the Neversink Engine Co.. He was also a lieutenant in the Deerpark Police Dept. where he had served for 28 years.
A family statement reads: "Through John's police and community involvement, he was a mentor and inspiration to all the lives he touched and he had that same courage and determination and positive attitude through his illness."
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Koch Krupunich at home; two sons, Brian Krupunich of Port Jervis and David Krupunich and his wife, Patty of Huguenot; a daughter, Vicki Lee Mammen of Port Jervis; two brothers, Richard Krupunich and his wife, Ellen of Middletown and Arthur Ouslander and his wife, Mary Ellen of Severna Park, Md.; six grandchidren: Dustin Shayne Mammen, Kyle John Dodge, Brandan Krupunich, Bronson Krupunich, Brianna Krupunich and Amanda Krupunich; also, nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his former wife, Joyce Krupunich and two grandchildren, Brad Matthew Krupunich and Courtney Elizabeth Mammen-Sienko.
Friends may call at the Gray-Parker Funeral Home, 100 East Main Street, Port Jervis on Monday, July 23, 2007 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with Elk's services at 8:00 p.m.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Gray-Parker Funeral Home with Rev. Robert D. Cassidy officiating.
Cremation will be at H.G. Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg, Pa.
Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society Of Port Jervis/Deerpark, 202 Route 209, Port Jervis, NY 12771 or the Drew United Methodist Church, PO Box 1015, Port Jervis, NY 12771-1015.
Funeral arrangements are by the Gray-Parker Funeral Home. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, please visit www.grayparkerfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Krupunich
August 2, 2007
Dear Nancy and Family, My prayer is that God will continue to strenghten and comfort you. Healing takes time and memories are forever. Focus on all thr good times. God bless you, love brenda
Irene & John Coady
July 29, 2007
Nancy and Family,
I'm so sorry to read of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
joe and kim gallo
July 26, 2007
Dear Nancy and Family,
We were so saddened by john's death.we are in North Carolina and won't be back in time for the service.We both thought the world of John. He was one of a kind.Our prayers go out to all of you.God Bless. Love Joe & Kim Gallo
Karen Rizzo
July 26, 2007
Dear Brian,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Please know that our sympathies are with you and your family.
With warm regards,
Karen, Bob, Brian and Tyler Rizzo
Roger Perry
July 24, 2007
To the Krupunich family;
I am deeply saddened of hearing of the passing of John. I first met him whan taking karate classes. He
was a good person, brought out good
qualities in others, never to turn his back on anything or anyone and always ready to help whenever he could. My thoughts and prayers are with you. regards, Roger A Perry
Dottie McGar- Kardys
July 24, 2007
To the Krupunich Family;
My Thoughts and Prayers go out to you all during this very sad time. Although I did not know the family, I was a AHRC Bd member along with Ellen a few years ago.I am very sorry for your lose.
Find comfort in knowing others care in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Dottie McGar-Kardys
July 23, 2007
Dear Brian,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He seems as if he was a extraordinary man. May your memories bring your family comfort and peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Vivienne and Jim Phelan
patricia gokay
July 23, 2007
dear vicki, family , im so sorry for the loss
Susan Corbett
July 23, 2007
Nancy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss . My thoughts and prayers will be with you .
The Staff of Dr. Brooks and Dr. Johnson
July 23, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Michelle & Carolyn
July 23, 2007
Nancy and Family,
We are very saddened to learn of John's passing. He was an honor to take care of. He was an inspiration to all, a good friend to both of us, and a true fighter to the end. We will miss him and never forget him. May you be comforted by your happy memories. God bless you, and we will pray for you everyday.
Love,
Jeff and Nicole Phelan and family
July 23, 2007
Brian,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Peggy Horner & Family
July 23, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Meghan Keener
July 23, 2007
Dear Nancy, Dustin, Kyle, Vicki & all of the family,
You know how sorry I am. My thoughts and prayers have been, and are with you. With Love,
Meghan, Bob Keener and family
Virginia Owen
July 22, 2007
John was my Judo sensei 20 odd years ago. His teaching changed my life and I will never forget him. May the Good Lord comfort John"s family. My prayers are with you. Virginia (Thoet) Owen
July 22, 2007
Brian, Nancy, and family
Sorry to read about John's passing. He was a damn good man and I'll always remember him for his balanced and non-combative solutions to problems.
His smile broad, his laugh infectious, and his heart boundless.
----R.J.Storm
LuoYang, Henan Province, China
Maryann & Donny Hull
July 22, 2007
Nancy, David, Brian and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your husband and Dad was a quiet, gentle soul who was a true gentleman. May he rest in peace with his Mother, Ann and those that have gone before him.
stacey kurtz
July 22, 2007
Nancy & family,
So sorry for your loss. please know our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. He will be greatly missed by lots.
the kurtz family
July 22, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
robert markel
July 22, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
George and Doris Hammond
July 22, 2007
Nancy and Family
We were so sorry to hear of John's
passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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