Lauretta Kurek
August 23, 1924 ~ September 20, 2016
Lauretta Fabianski Kurek, 92, Monrovia, passed away peacefully at home on September 20, 2016. Mrs. Kurek was born August 23, 1924, in Chicago, to the late Francis “Frank” and Frances (Jezierny) Fabianski.
Lauretta graduated from Immaculata High School in Chicago and furthered her education at DePaul taking secretarial courses. She was a proud homemaker and the consummate wife, mother, and grandmother. Most recently, she was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Mooresville and had also been a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church in Indianapolis and St. Michael Catholic Church in Hicksville, Ohio. She and her husband, Edwin, were active in CFM, the Christian Family Movement through the years. She was an accomplished pianist and a phenomenal cook, “feeding generations” through the years. They never knew a stranger, and their door was always open. Lauretta will be fondly remembered by a loving and caring family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by six siblings and two infant children, John and Mary.
Survivors include her husband of 70 years, Edwin J. Kurek, to whom she was united in marriage January 5, 1946; sons, Robert J. Kurek (Anne) of Maine, Paul Kurek (Marilyn) of Marion, Indiana, James Kurek (Linda) of Dayton, Ohio; daughters, Kathryn Kluge (Dan) of Minnesota, Suzanne Merrell (Tim) of Whiteland, and Patricia Miller (Les) of Monrovia; one brother, Frank Fabianski, Jr. of Chicago; 22 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren.
Friends and family will gather on Saturday, September 24, 2016, 10 a.m. until 12 Noon in St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1200 N. Indiana Street, Mooresville. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 Noon. Interment will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of Charity. Envelopes will be provided at church. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I am so sorry I won’t be able to attend on Saturday as out of town. She was a very special lady always trying to make everyone feel so very special. Always with a smile on her face.
I am so sorry for your loss. Lauretta was a wonderful lady whe raised a great family. My prayers are with you all.
Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of Lauretta & now thinking of the legacy she left behind. I won’t be able to attend the visitation but will be there in spirit. I am sending my love along with prayers for each one of you.
Your dear mother was my godmother. I am the youngest daughter of George Fabianski , Mickey Fabianski LaCivita. I rememberher fondly
Pat, so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tonika Banks
Pat, Warm thoughts are with you and your family. I wish I would have met your mom she sounds amazing! How blessed you were growing up with such wonderful parents! Sending hugs to everyone. Love, Dana
Paul, it was such a lovely tribute to your mother. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tina Sabolewski
Pat, I wish I could join you tomorrow and share my condolences in person! Unfortunately, I am attending the funeral of my Uncle Don Saturday morning. The tribute to your mom was wonderful – and there is such a family resemblance – love the photo! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, I am so sorry for your loss. Linda Hitchings
Pat, my thoughts are with you and your family today. I know you will miss your mother but you will always have the wonderful memories of your time together. Sending a hug your way. :heart:
Suzie–You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. I remember your Mother from my visits to your house during our St. Agnes days. God Bless Mary Anne Boarini Noble
I’m very sorry for your loss. The Bible can offer much comfort at this difficult time. John 5:28, 29 says, “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life.” For more information please go to http://www.JW.org.