Hathaway Family Funeral Homes

Call us toll free at: 866-844-5050

  Home     Maps & Directions     Survey     Funeral Words Blog     Contact Us  
Got Questions? Make It Special Obituaries & Tributes Grief Help Pre-Planning Locations About Us

Find Us On Facebook

Frank Kruczek

November 13, 2008

View Tribute and Sign Guestbook

TAUNTON – Frank Kruczek, 84, died Thursday, November 13, 2008, in Morton Hospital in Taunton. Born in Taunton, the son of the late Walter and Katherine (Stefnik) Kruczek, he was the husband of Louise (Beaton) Kruczek. A lifetime resident of Taunton, he was educated in the Taunton Public Schools and attended Coyne Electrical School in Boston.

Mr. Kruczek was a retired tin smith at the Reed and Barton, Co. in Taunton. He had previously worked at Eureka Corp, in Taunton; Standard Coil; Raytheon in North Dighton and the Sylvania Corp. in Needham. He was the former owner of Riverside Club, also known as the “Old Polish Picnic Grounds,” on Whittenton Street, in Taunton. Mr. K. enjoyed his yard and livestock and animals.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Hazel Mach and her husband Michael of Taunton, Frances Earle of Berkley, and Walter Kruczek of California; and was the father-in-law of the late Rev. Charles Earle. He was the grandfather of Caneel and Melissa Johnson; Steven and Brian Mach; Travis, Michelle and Keith Kruczek and the great grandfather of five. Frank is the brother of Felix Kruczek of Taunton, and the late Theodore “Ted” Kruczek and Cassie Parker.

Funeral Information

Following Frank’s wishes, there will be no visiting hours, and his interment will be scheduled at the convenience of his family at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. Arrangements are by THE CRAPO-HATHAWAY FUNERAL HOME, 350 Somerset Ave. (Route 138 South), Taunton, MA. To LIGHT A CANDLE, SIGN THE MEMORIAL REGISTER, or consult THE GRIEF LIBRARY, should please log on to www.hathawayfunerals.com., or telephone 508/822-3318.

Donations Information

Contributions in his memory may be made to the Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary, 37 Eddy Street, Norton, MA 02766-3513. For information you may telephone them at 508/285-6457, or you may click on www.winslowfarm.com.

Frank Kruczek

Light a Special Candle

Send a Heart of Condolence

View Tribute and Sign Guestbook

Printer Friendly Version