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KUCHARSKI, Edward Walter Age 79 of Union, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 22, 2006. He was one of 14 children born to the late Joseph and Helen Kucharski. Ed had retired after 35 years from the McCaulley Corporation. He was a member of Transfiguration Catholic Church in West Milton and also attended the West Milton Church of the Nazarene. Ed was a veteran of the U.S. Navy where he was a cook, a member of the V.F.W. Post 5434 in Union, the Men's Auxillary of V.F.W. Post 8211 in West Milton, the Grandfathers Club Chapter 1 Cloudy Boys and the Union Horseshoe Club for 24 years and the Darke County Horseshoe Club. He is survived by his sons: Joseph Kucharski of Union, Charles Kucharski and wife Terry, their children: Catherine and Stephen of Cincinnati, daughters: Christine Manning of Dayton, Kathleen Kucharski and her children: Nicholas and Christopher from FL, son: Edward Kucharski of West Milton and his children: Erika Kucharski of Carlisle, McKinley Kucharski of Troy and great grandson: Eli Kucharski, son: Paul Kucharski and wife: Veronica and their children: Brittany, Mikaela, Sam, Alex, Ben, Nathaniel all from Australia, mother-in-law: Margaret Ferraro of Dayton, girlfriend: Dottie Foster of West Milton and her children and grandchildren. Also survived by his brothers: Joe Kucharsky of Trotwood, Ben Kucharski of Northridge, sisters: Anna Cornelius of CA, Alice Weidle of Kettering, Sophie Gemza of Dayton, Liz Riviello of Huber Heights, sister- in-law: Dorothy Kucharski of Dayton, numerous nieces, nephews, relatives & friends. He was preceded in death by his wife: Antoinette Francis Kucharski of 53 years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 27, 2006 at the Transfiguration Catholic Church (972 S. Miami St., West Milton) with Father John MacQuarrie as celebrant. Interment will follow the Mass at Calvary Cemetery in Dayton. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Kindred Funeral Home (400 Union Blvd., Englewood) where prayers will be said at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, prior to Mass. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.KindredFuneralHome.com.
Published in the Dayton Daily News from 7/25/2006 - 7/26/2006.

Mary Keefer - Lee Kucharski's Mother-in-Law

KEEFER, Mary Ann Age 72, of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2006, at Kettering Medical Center. Mary Ann was born December 16, 1933 in Raleigh Co., West Virginia to Floyd & Esther (Buzzard) Schoolcraft. She was preceded in death by her husband of 27 years, Clarence Keefer, Jr., in 1978; by two sons, Marlin Lynn Keefer and Marshall Lee Keefer; and by one grandson, Rod McDonaldson. Mary Ann is survived by three children, Melvin Keefer of Eaton, Cindy Gerrard of West Carrollton and Cecelia (& Robert Lee Kucharski) McCaffery of Dayton; 18 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; and by 10 brothers and sisters. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Monday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church where Mary Ann had been a long-time member (272 Bainbridge St., Dayton). Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Trotwood. The family will be receiving friends from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., Sunday, at Newcomer Funeral Home & Crematory, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton. To send a special message to the family, please visit www.NewcomerFamily.com.
Published in the Dayton Daily News on 7/14/2006.


 Carmen Riviello
RIVIELLO, Carmen J. age 47, of Dayton, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 17, 2006 at his residence. Carmen was the founder and owner of New Faces Hair Designs in Huber Heights for the last 25 years, a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and 1976 graduate of Wayne High School. He was preceded in death by his father, Melvin in 2002. Carmen is survived by his wife, Angela M.; daughter, Bianca & son, Dominic both at home; mother, Elizabeth "Liz" Riviello of Huber Heights; sister & friend, Tina Riviello of West Milton; sister & brother-in-law, Rita & Randy Pike of Vandalia; brothers & sisters-in- law, Kim Riviello of Arlington, TX, Mel & Tracy Riviello of Huber Heights, Deron & Shelley Riviello of Pensacola, FL; Angie's family, Sharon & Charles Staggs of Celina, John & Zandra Gibson of Bellbrook, Lisa & Carey Shoff of Charleston, SC; numerous other relatives, all his faithful co-workers & patrons at New Faces and many many loving friends. Prayers 9:30 AM Monday at the Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Heights Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike and Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Monday at St. Peter Catholic Church, 6161 Chambersburg Road with Father Earl Simone celebrant. Interment Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2-5 PM Sunday. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, 8 Triangle Park Dr., Suite 800, Cincinnati, OH 45246 in Carmen's memory.
Published in the Dayton Daily News on 4/22/2006.


COLLINS, Arthur G. "Art" Age 58, of Troy, passed away unexpectedly on Monday September 26, 2005 as the result of an auto accident. Art was employed by Heidelberg Distributing Co. (Budweiser) for 35 years; & a member of Eagles Aerie 3621 and their motor cycle club. Art enjoyed boating, playing the lottery, traveling and riding his motor cycle. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Steve & Jamey Collins. Art is survived by his loving companion and best friend, Tina Riviello who he has adored for the last 13 years; mother, Norma Mendez of Alameda, CA; son & daughter-in-law, Troy & Heather Collins & step-son James all of Dayton; sister, Holly Collins; aunts, Mary Vargas, JoAnne Vargas all of Alameda, CA; uncle, Ray Cosby Sr. of Maiden, MA; nieces & nephews, Chad, Kortnee, Ashley, Cody, Kelsey, Ryan, Brittany, Bianca, Emily, Natalie, & Dominic; many cousins; his many critters that he adored Harley & Misty his dogs; ducks, Bud & Busch, and his raccoon, Carmel; Tina's mother, sister and brothers and numerous other relatives and many many friends. Funeral service 1:00 PM Saturday at Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Heights Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike with Pastor Candy Null officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 11:00 AM Saturday until service time
Published in the Dayton Daily News on 9/30/2005.

Joe Kucharsky (90) is now home and doing fine. He is having trouble with his knees. His heart and lungs are doing fine!

 
KUCHARSKI, Agnes M. (Zaldain) Age 87 of Dayton, passed away on June 4, 2005 after a lengthy illness. Agnes was born in Convent, Louisiana on January 4, 1918 and a preceded in death by her husband John S. (1986), and three brothers Leon, Alfred, and Faris. She was a life-long member of St. Stephen Catholic Church, graduate of Roosevelt H.S. (1937) and Miami-Jacobs Business College. She is survived by two brothers Philip and Sam, and a loving, devoted sister, Annabelle (Carroll) Agnes, also leaves behind two sons, John P. (Judith) and Mark, both of Dayton. She was a loving grandmother of five, Karen (McKeand), Kelly (Murphy), Amy (Steininger), Todd and Kevin. Beloved great- grandmother of six, Taylor, Jenna, Connor, Jake, Garrett and Kyle. She is also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Agnes will be best remembered for her generosity, kind heart and loving friendship. Special thanks to Bridget Bruno who lovingly cared for Agnes throughout her illness. May she rest in peace. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Hospice of Dayton in Agnes' name. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 8th, 9:00 A.M. at Magetti-Gavin Funeral Home, 1508 Valley Street followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 A.M. at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 1114 Troy Street. Interment Calvary Cemetery.

Raymond Hunkler

 

HUNKLER, Raymond Joseph Age 87, of Union, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2005 at Hospice of Dayton He is preceded in death by his parents John Joseph & Margaret Ellen (Billett) Hunkler, and his wife Mary Alice (Kucharski) Hunkler. Survivors include his son Ronnie Hunkler of Cape Coral, FL, daughter Cindy Huston of Union; 3 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; sister Charlotte Williams of Dayton, and his brother Thomas Hunkler of Clayton. He served in the United States Navy during WWII. He was a farmer and was formerly employed by Hobart. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at Hale-Sarver Funeral Home, West Milton. Friends may call on Wednesday at Hale-Sarver one hour prior to services.

 


Joseph Gemza
GEMZA, Joseph J. Age 86 of Dayton, OH, passed away Monday, December 5, 2005 at Maria- Joseph Living Care Center. Joe was a very proud WWII Veteran and served as a SSGT with the 83rd Division, 736th Tank Battalion, and was awarded two Military Orders of the Purple Heart. He retired from the City of Dayton, Water Dept. after 36 years of distinguished work. Joe was a life-long member of the Polish A.D. Club as Marshal, and served as Manager of the Polish Club Country Club and was widely known throughout the community for unselfishly helping others. He was an avid sports fan and played for the Dayton Dakotas semi-pro football Team; was inducted to the Ohio Fast Pitch Softball Hall of Fame; participated in numerous P.R.C.U. and P.N.A. golf and bowling tournaments; and often took fishing trips to Canada with his Old North Dayton buddies. He was a life-long member of St. Adalbert's Polish-Catholic Church, and served as an Usher for many years. His loyal memberships included: Civilian Conservation Corps #122; Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter #31; P.R.C.U. Lodge 769; P.N.A. Lodge 1935; American Legion Post 200; V.F.W. Post 2800; AmVets Post 46; Disabled American Veterans Chapter #9; and American Czechoslovakian Club. Joe is survived by his loving wife Sophia of 55 years; son Stephen and daughter-in- law Tracey; daughter Lisa; grand- daughter LeAnn; sister Martha Roesle; and brother Alex Gemza (Jensen Beach, FL). Friends may call on Thursday, December 8th from 5 to 8 p.m. at Magetti Gavin Funeral Home, 1508 Valley St. A prayer service will be conducted on Friday, December 9th @ 9:30 a.m. at the Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial @ 10:00 a.m. at St. Adalbert's Catholic Church, 1511 Valley St. Interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu & flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Lewy Body Dementia Association, Inc., P.O. Box 11390, Tempe, Arizona 85284-0024 or www.lewybodydementia.org. A special thank you to the Lourdes 4 Staff at Maria-Joseph for their exceptional, loving care of Joseph. You made a difference.


 

 

 

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DOROTHY KUCHARSKI 
 

Family-Placed Obituary

dorothy
81, of Dayton passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2008 due to complications from a stroke at Maria Joseph Center. She is preceded in death by her husband Stanley J. Kucharski and parents Frank and Victoria Geiger. Dorothy is survived by her children Daniel (Svetlana) Kucharski, Cindy (Terry) Goins, Greg Kucharski, Carol (Rick) Smith, and Dianne (Tom) Smyczek; grandchildren Kristen Lapp, Bryan Lapp, Megan Singer, and Kaitlyn Singer; 3 great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends. She was a beloved mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed. Funeral Mass will be held 10:30AM Saturday January 12, 2008 at Our Lady of the Rosary, 22 Notre Dame. Family will receive friends from 9:00-10:00AM Saturday prior to services at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Rd. Burial will follow services at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton. To send a special message to the family please visit www.NewcomerFamily.com KUCHARSKI, Dorothy G.
Published in the Dayton Daily News on 1/10/2008.
   

Margaret Ferraro

( Antoinette "Toni" Kucharski's Mother )

Margaret Ferraor

She passed away one day before her 102 Birthday!

Ferraro, Margaret (Longo), age 101 of Union, passed away on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at the Maria
Joseph Living Care Center. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Margaret was a member of
Transfiguration Catholic Church in West Milton and Our Lady of The Rosary Catholic Church in
Dayton.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Michael V. and LaDonna Ferraro of Centerville,
daughter-in-law: Grace Ferraro of Springboro, sister-in-law: Maggie Longo of Dayton, 11
grandchildren, numerous great and great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relative and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Charles Ferraro, daughter and son-in-law: Antoinette
“Toni” and Edward Kucharski, son: Frank Ferraro, parents: Michael and Frances (Mantia) Longo,
11 brothers and sisters.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 6 at the Maria Joseph Living
Care Center Chapel (4830 Salem Ave) with Father William O’Donnell as celebrant. Interment will
follow at Calvary Cemetery in Dayton. The family will receive friends on Monday, from 9:00 a.m.
until time of services at the church. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Maria
Joseph Living Care Center or Hospice of Dayton, envelopes will be provided. The Kindred Funeral
Home, Englewood is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at
www.KindredFuneralHome.com.