Richard Charles Kurka Obituary
The memory of Richard Charles Kurka of Fairfield, Iowa, who passed away on January 24, 2025 at the age of 93, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Charles Kurka to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Kurka and Beatrice Schrack Kurka; and his siblings, James Kurka, Eloise "Sis" Johnston, Robert Kurka and Joe Kurka.
He is survived by: his nephews, Jerry Kurka of Bloomfield, IA, Kevin Kurka of North Liberty, IA and Jason Kurka of Coralville, IA; and his sisters-in-law, Martha Kurka and Sharon Kurka.
A rosary was held on Tuesday, January 28th 2025 at 4:30 PM at the Cranston Family Funeral Home (2805 W Burlington Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556). Visitation was held on Tuesday, January 28th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Cranston Family Funeral Home - Fairfield (2805 W Burlington Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556). A funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, January 29th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the St. Mary Catholic Church (3100 W Madison Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556). The military honors was held on Wednesday, January 29th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the Evergreen Cemetery (510 E Stone Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556).
Memorial contributions in Dick's honor may be directed to the Evergreen Cemetery Association or to St. Mary Church.
