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Thomas Myron Chura

FUNERAL HOME

Kutis Funeral Home, Inc, Affton Chapel

10151 Gravois Road

Saint Louis, Missouri

Thomas Chura Obituary

Chura, Thomas Myron 73, died November 12, 2012. He was born February 27, 1939, the son of Frank and Anne (Kopsky) Chura. He graduated from CBC High School where he was a proud member of the undefeated 1956 football team. He later earned a Civil Engineering degree from the University of Missouri. In 1961, he married Mary (Dueker) Chura, his wife of 30 years. From 1962-1963, he served in the US Army, stationed in Babenhausen, Germany. Tom was a devoted family man, a hard-working civil engineer and a friend to all who always kept his sense of humor. He is survived by his brothers and their spouses Francis, Jr. and Guner Chura, Don and Peggy Chura; his sister Helena (Bill) Sinak, his brother Lawrence; his six children Thomas (Lori), Gary (Nicole), Patrick (Jolanta), Karin (John), Robert (Marina) and Kathryn (Mike); 18 grandchildren and special friend Khadijah Kargbo. He is preceded in death by his sister Rose (Joe) Schmidt. Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, Friday, Nov. 16, 12:30 pm to St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church for 1 pm Mass. Interment National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to CBC High School or The Humane Society appreciated. Visitation Thursday, 4-8 pm.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Nov. 14 to Nov. 21, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Chura

26 Entries

MARY V CHURA

January 6, 2024

He always found humor in every situation and had geat compassion for those less fortunate. Hope he and his life long friend, Ron Wrablik are together now enjoying a game of handball.

Carol

December 2, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Tom Chura's tragic death. I spent many hours babysitting for his kids during my high school years. Tom would always pick me up early so I could feed and bathe the kids while they were getting ready for their big night out. He only had four kids then: Tom, Gary, Patrick and Karen. I have fond memories of playing with them and putting them to bed. Tom was always upbeat and he gave the best tips in town. We had some great conversations when he'd take me home. I'll always have a special place for him in my heart.

Carol

John Pingree

November 21, 2012

Mr. Chura and Lulu will be greatly missed by the residents on Sunshine Drive.

Jenny Nava

November 17, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

John & Mary Dueker

November 16, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Tom will be remembered for all the help he provided and the fun things he did.

I recall an incident befor we were married that he sent me out to Lambert field to acost some flight attendants for some very important drawings being sent to him, but it was really that you guys had flown Mary in to spend a holiday weekend with us. It took Mary several minutes to convince me there were no drawings and she was what I was supposed to pick up!

Then there was the time when I was very young and was a ring bearer at someone's wedding, can't recall who's it was. Being a little kid in a tux was not fun but I was determined to look the part and keep my shirt tail tucked in, which was a recurring shout that I was on the receiving end of, "John tuck in your shirt tail." Hearing these repeated shouts he either decided to help me out, or he was tired of hearing the same phrase shouted all the time. Tom took me aside and taught me something that I still retain today. "You have a much better chance of keeping your shirt tail in if you don't tuck it into your underwear", also you don't have that annoying white band show above your belt. A true life lesson that he took the time to share. Per his direction we will make a contribution to CBC in his name. He'll be missed.

Maria Dryden

November 15, 2012

Kathryn, Mike, Luke and Joe, I am so sorry for your loss. If I were in St. Louis I would have been with you tonight. My prayers will be with you as you try to heal, especially these next few weeks. Love, Maria Dryden

Kathy Pilkington

November 15, 2012

Kathryn, I am so very sorry for your loss. Words can not adequately express my thoughts but please know we are praying for you and your family.

Tomye Jones

November 15, 2012

Your Dad was a neighbor. I saw him nearly every day walking Lulu and sometimes my dog and I walked with them. They are missed and in my prayers.

Bob Salmo

November 15, 2012

I have many good memories of Tom and Lulu. Tom had a great sense of humor and enjoyed telling stories. I am grateful that I knew Tom and extend my sympathy to all of his family and friends.

Kathy Eichhorst

November 15, 2012

Kathryn, Mike, Luke and Joe, we are all thinking of you and keeping you and the rest of your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God's loving hands provide you with the comfort you need.

Your friends, the Eichhorsts

November 15, 2012

I have many good memories of Tom and Lulu. Tom had a great sense of humor and enjoyed telling stories. I am grateful that I knew Tom and extend my sympathy to all of his family and friends.

November 15, 2012

So sorry to hear about your family's loss... Mr. Chura will always be "coach" in my mind- all those grade school years at SCL that he very patiently coached our softball team- leading us to many victories! Thanks for giving us each a chance to play- especially me!
God Bless the Coach!
Mary (Schwartz) Dryden

Mike Schwartz

November 15, 2012

To the Chura family - You are in my thoughts and prayers. Your Dad was one of the good guys when we were growing up in St. Catherine Laboure Parish. God bless you in your time of need.

November 15, 2012

Don and Peggy, I was surprised to see a youngster precede us. However, that has been the rule in our family. Not only was Tom part of the CBC scene but his children attended DeS with mine. Accept my condolesces at this difficult time. By the way, brother John was in the hospital 61 yrs. ago awaiting the unsuccessful surgery.
Jim Shields

andrea

November 15, 2012

Tom will be missed by many.....and always remember with his best friend LuLu. such a tragidy :-(

November 15, 2012

To the "S" family, Kathryn "S", Mike "S", Luke "S", and Joe "S". We are so sorry for the loss of your father/grandfather. Please know we are thinking of you. If you need anything, let us know. The Perry Family

Jeanetta James

November 14, 2012

You have our condolences.

Mike & Betsy Penny

November 14, 2012

Tom and were initiated into Phi Kap at the same time. I hadn't known him before. Betsy and I double dated with Tom and his future wife, Dueker. We are sorry to learn of his passing. God bless him and welcome him to his eternal happiness.

Pam

November 14, 2012

Tom and Lulu were among the first neighbors I met when I moved to the area four years ago. He and Lulu were taking a walk, and stopped to greet me. It was always a pleasure to see and visit with them. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and neighbors. Tom and Lulu will be greatly missed.

November 14, 2012

You and Lulu meant the world to me. As a refugee in this country and now a citizen, i would never have ask for a best friend than you and lulu. You were both part of my daily life, and i would not have ask for more. I will miss you both tons. But again i have to remember this happens for a reason, no more pain and you are in the hands of the Almighty God now.

November 14, 2012

Tom and his loyal dog Lulu have gone to their eternal home together. Tom and Lulu were constant companions. In momory of them I am making a donation to the Humane Society of Mo. That is where Tom got Lulu and he treasured her a a great friend. I think this wouls please Tom. He will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to his family.

Mary and Jim Engel

November 14, 2012

tomas chura loved his faithful dog LuLu and they went together to there eternal home...he got Lulu at the Humane Society so I am making a donation in both their names to the Humane Society as I think Tom would like that. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.

Mary and Jim Engel

Jack Blume

November 14, 2012

We had some great times 60 years ago. We did get together after DuBorgs 50th for a long conversation.
What a terrific guy.

Kathy, Pat, Brendan, Ryan McCafferty

November 14, 2012

We send you thoughts of peace and courage.

November 14, 2012

May God hold him in the palm of his hand. Our team mate.
Dick Musial Port St Lucie, Florida

November 14, 2012

thomas chura was a good man..and his loyal dog lulu was always at his side..how fitting that they went to their eternal home together.

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