John Luczka

John W. Luczka, 90, of Camillus, passed away Sunday at University Hospital. He was born and raised in Auburn before moving to Camillus in 1965. John was a graduate of Auburn High School and one of the first graduates of Le Moyne College. A U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, John retired as a purchasing agent from Anheuser-Busch Co. after 12 years. He was formerly employed by McMillan Book Co. (where he met his wife, Mary), Prestolite, Joseph Schlitz Brewing Co., and Allied Chemical. John was a communicant of St. Joseph’s Church and a member of the American Legion Post 1540. He enjoyed traveling, golfing, gardening, but above all, he loved spending time with his family.

John was predeceased by his wife of 59 ½ years, Mary.

Surviving are his son, Stephen (Cindy) Luczka of Pennellville; daughter, Janet (Michael) Fedor of Marion, IN; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may call Thursday, September 23 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 24 at 12:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, Camillus. John will be laid to rest in Greenlawn Cemetery, Warners.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Church Food Pantry, 5600 W. Genesee St., Camillus, NY 13031.

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