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Eugene Zurakowski Obituary
Zurakowski
WHITESBORO
Eugene R. Zurakowski, 73, of Whitesboro, was called to his eternal home on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. Gene was born on November 17, 1940, in Yorkville, NY, the son of Louis and Stella (Orlowski) Zurakowski. Gene was a 1958 graduate of UFA. On August 19, 1961, he was united in marriage to Gladys Lasota in Holy Trinity Church, a happy union of 53 years. Gene was employed at Chicago Market for 29 years, the Observer Dispatch and later retired from M & T Bank in New Hartford, NY. He was a member of St. Michaels Lancers and St. Michaels Society of Holy Trinity Church and the New York Mills and Whitestown Seniors. Gene was an Ambassador for Blue Cross Blue Shield and an Inspector for the Oneida County Board of Elections. He served as an Eucharistic Minister at St. Marks Church. Surviving Gene are his beloved wife, Gladys; two devoted daughters and sons-in-law, Melissa and Frank Acquaviva, Jr., Utica, NY, and Erika and Scott Young, Leesburg, VA; a loving son, Brian Zurakowski and Shiona Groth, Whitesboro, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles and Teresa Zurakowski, Clifton Park, NY, and Fred and Patricia Zurakowski, Utica, NY, and sister-in-law, Frances Zurakowski, Utica, NY; his cherished grandchildren, Allison Acquaviva, Utica, NY, and Taylor, Brady and Logan Young, Leesburg, VA. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, close cousins and friends. Gene was predeceased by a brother, Louis Zurakowski, and two sisters, Josephine Misiaszsek and Eleanor Caseletta. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated Saturday at 11 a.m at St. Marks Catholic Church, North Utica. The family will receive guests at the conclusion of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Genes name may be made to Spring Farm Cares, 3364 State Rte. 12, Clinton, NY 13323. Envelopes will be available at the church. Gene was a beloved husband, devoted father and cherished grandfather who was a pillar of strength to his family. A generous man with many friends, he always put others before himself. He loved family vacations, card games, wine and working outdoors. Especially fond of animals, Gene was a grandfather to all pets and considered his animals his grandfur babies. Gene will never be forgotten and will be deeply missed by all remembering him with a smile. Arrangements are under the direction of Myslinski Funeral Home, 470 French Rd., Utica. Messages of sympathy at www.myslinskifuneralhome
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Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Zurakowski
August 15, 2014
Aunt Jean, Melissa, Ericka and Brian
I'm shocked and saddened at sudden passing of uncle gene and he will be truly missed. The wonderful memories will live with us forever.
God bless and rest in peace.
John, Maggie, Krysten, John Jr Zurakowski
Alesia and George Desgrosiellier
August 15, 2014
Mrs. Z, Melissa, Erika, Brian and family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayerful thoughts. Mr. Z was a wonderful man with a gentle and compassionate soul. He will always hold a place in my heart! May your fondest memories be your greatest comfort at this time.
Deborah Mathews
August 15, 2014
Dear Melissa, Frank & Allison, Our sincerest condolences at the passing of your father. Remember all your wonderful memories. Love you my friend...love, Mike and Debbie Mathews
Fr Paul Madej
August 15, 2014
I am truly saddened to hear the news about Gene and promise to offer mass today for you, Mrs. Zurakowski, and your family. No doubt our Lord has said to Gene, "Good and Faithful servant, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world!"
Eugene Zurakowski
August 15, 2014
Ericka, We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. Such a kind man and he surely loved his family. He loved his visits with you and was happy to see you happy with your family. May God be with you at this sad time, but remember God gave us memories so we may have roses in December. God bless you and your family.
Tony and Ruth
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love
August 15, 2014
Gladys. I am in Poland and just went on line and was shocked to see Genes obituary you have my deepest sympathy and I will prayfor you
Sorrowfully yours
Jack
gene may you rest in peace
Chris and Angela Palazzo
August 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. God Bless,
Gail Zurakowski Hessney
August 14, 2014
Aunt Jean, Melissa, Ericka and Brian
We are deeply saddened and heartbroken of Uncle Gene's sudden passing. We will miss him very much and we will cherish the memories in our hearts of him. Love, Gail, Jeff and Alyson
Halina Andrew Regnowski
August 14, 2014
Our deepest sympathy toYou Gladys Erika Melissa Brian and the entire family.There was always pleasure talk to Gene and we always going remember Gene as the Best person we every met. God Bless entire Family. Halina Andrew Regnowski
August 14, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to You Gladys Erica Melissa Brian and the entire family. There was always pleasure talk to Gene and we always going to remember Gene as the best person we every met. God bless Entire. Family Halina Andrew Regnowski
August 14, 2014
My deepest sympathy to you, Gladys, and to your family on the loss of Gene. He was a wonderful person; always thinking of others. May God grant you comfort and peace during this time of sorrow. God bless you.
Sister M. Thaddeus Rajca, CSFN
LaTishea Harrison
August 14, 2014
Erika and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of your dad. I know how much he meant to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.
Noreen LoConti
August 14, 2014
Melissa, Frank and Alison, I am s sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leah, Jay & Henry
August 14, 2014
We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. He was absolutely the best Husband, Father and Grandfather. He is and will always be so very special to our family and we will be forever grateful to have been a part of his life. Our love to you all, thank you for sharing him with us and for all the memories. We love you all so much.
Bonnie Zurakowski-Phelps
August 14, 2014
Jeanie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Bonnie Zurakowski-Phelps
August 14, 2014
Jeanie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Chris Hammersmith
August 14, 2014
RIP, Gene, you will be missed
Ben and Nancy Hope
August 14, 2014
Truly a good man with the biggest heart in the world. My family was blessed to have known him and we are all better for having known him. A memory I will always cherish is the day Gene and I sat on Erika's couch watching our families playing and talking and he turned to me and said, "How did we get to be so lucky? Beautiful wives, beautiful kids and grandchildren. I don't know about you, but I could not be happier." He always had a way of putting things into the right perspective. We love you guys and we will miss him.
Renata Lewis
August 14, 2014
I am deeply saddened to hear of Gene's passing. My thoughts are with you and the entire family. I'll always remember him warmly and feel lucky that I had the pleasure of knowing him. Wishing you moments of strength, peace and comfort during this very difficult time. With warm thoughts and prayers, Renata & Family
Mary Baranowski
August 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gene's family during your time of loss.
Mary Baranowski and family
August 14, 2014
To the Zurakowski Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of the joyful times you spent together as you celebrate his life.
Sincerely, Christine Geer
Teresa and Charles Zurakowski
August 14, 2014
Dear Gladys and family,
You have our sincere condolences and heart felt sympathy. Gene will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Marcia and Randi Roberts
August 14, 2014
Dear Aunt Jean, Melissa and Frank, Erika and Scott, Brian and Shiona,
Words cannot express our sadness at Uncle Gene's passing. We are lucky to have such great memories of him. Those memories will help us to grieve. I am so glad that I was able to visit Uncle Gene on Monday along with my parents. May Uncle Gene rest in peace. Love, Marcia and Randi
August 14, 2014
Gladys,
So very sorry to learn of Gene's passing. I'll always remember the kindness of Gene and the work he did with Mom with the food baskets. I'll miss seeing him at the gym. Words can't express my sense of loss at his passing. Your family meant a lot to Mom. I can see Gene and Mom in heaven planning the list of food baskets needed at the holidays. Rest in peace.
Sincerely, Reggie Zagraniczny
mary lou albright
August 14, 2014
a wonderfulfriend and true gentleman, who will be sadly missed.
Ron & Mary Halkovitch
August 14, 2014
Gladys, Melissa & Frank, Erika & Scott, Brian & Shiona and all the Family
We just cannot begin to tell you all how shocked we are to learn of our beloved friend's passing. Life just isn't fair sometime. We know he is at peace now and our prayers are with all of you for strength in this endurance. We love you all. Our deepest condolences. As Always, Ron & Mary
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