Birth date: Sep 18, 1915 Death date: Jan 11, 2004
John Fugich Jr.Chief Warrant Officer US Army, Ret.John was born in Monongahela, PA to John Fugich Sr. and Helen Fugich on September 18, 1915 and went to our heavenly Father January 11, 2004. He was a son, brother, soldier, husband Read Obituary
I am the grandson of Grandpa John from Florida, and although I could not be there for the funeral, I want to extend my condolences to my family and friends of Grandpa John. I love you all and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerly
Robert & Leslie Mead##imported-begin##Robert & Leslie Mead and Chldren##imported-end##
My Hero!
Dad did not possess the typical, standard traits we envision in our heros, yet he was one. He fought in two wars, without question, provided a home for his familly and filled it love, rules, laughter and most of all security. He was not flamboyant in his attitude yet he was a leader, by following the attitude: do as I do...not as I say. He was a vibrant man, a loving Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Great Great Grandfather, a devoted husband, hard worker, caretaker to many, loyal mason, energetic gardener, true Christian and nurturer of moral and family values and close friendships.
He was blessed with a great sense of humor, a keen mind for learning, and an abundance of love to give to all that grew to know Dad.
I have many wonderful memories of my "Daddy". I remember Mama and him dancing in the living room to Lawrence Welk, watching my brother, Jerry and him work on old cars and build Jerry's hydroplane that he wanted so badly, his laughter...It was always Daddy's responsibility to fry bacon and make the coffee when we went camping. I remember him playing with me in the pool and Sol Duc Hot Springs and throwing me over his shoulder repeatitivly...like I was weightless...his pride and joy whenever he had a grandchild.
He loved to work in the garden and could never understand why people planted only flowers in their gardens and not fruit and vegetables because you could feed your family with that!
He was so proud of his grandsons John and Justin's musical ability and always enjoyed listening to them play...even though some of the music was a bit progressive...and he was so proud of his grandaughters and their beauty and love of life...he always said his great-grandaughter looked just like a doll...not like a little girl.
From all appearances Dad was an ordinary and simple man, but he also taught me with quiet dignity that in simplicity is beauty, elegance and majesty.
My Father, John Fugich Jr. is my hero and to all of us he was a great man. God Bless you Daddy, and may the Lord keep you as you dance with the angels.
Carla Ann Fugich Smith##imported-begin##carla smith##imported-end##
Our most sincere and deepest sympathy on the loss of John Fugich.
As a kid I remember the pictures my mother took when they met first and the only time when John came to Ukraine( which was before a part of Russia) in late 70th to visit his relatives. I will always think of him as a happy & cheerful person same as he came out on those pictures.
Our thoughts and prayers are with him so he may rest in peace.
Sergei, John's niece Katerina, all the family in Ukraine.##imported-begin##Sergei Strypko##imported-end##
Au revoir,
I never met you, but I felt I knew you from the way Joyce Ann described you.
Rest easy old feller##imported-begin##Christopher Copp##imported-end##
The New Zealand family of the late Andrej Fuscic are so saddened to hear of Uncle John's passing.
We wish we were nearer and had met him in person but we remember happy talks with him over the phone.
Our sincere sympathy to Lyla, Jerry, Carla and all Uncle John's family.
With our love
Noelle, Helen (Kinnear), Michael, Peter (Kamilla) and children Matthew,Thomas, Rebecca, Andrej Jr. and Isabella##imported-begin##Noelle Fuscic##imported-end##
We shall all miss John more than words can say. It was my good fortune to know him as the Worshipful Master of State Lodge No. 68 who appointed my late brother Albert as his Chaplain, a
position which gave my brother and John equal pleasure. And through our mutual membership in the Royal Arch, I was honored to work with and for John in several capacities.
He was a treasured friend.
I regret that my recent dificulties prevent being present to honor John and his family but my prayers are with them all, now, as in the past and now, as in the future.
John Keliher##imported-begin##John D. Keliher##imported-end##
I would like to express my deep love for my brother. I cherish all of the memories that I was lucky enough to have shared with him. The times that I was fortunate enough to spend with John were always extremely comforting times for me in my life. I will miss him very, very much and am at ease that he is at peace now and without pain. His contributions to my life and others are too many to list.
I will always love you John,
Until we meet again,
With Love,
Julia##imported-begin##Julia Crossman##imported-end##
I shall always remember my Uncle John for his out-going personality.He was never shy or quiet. He was always fun to be with.Most of all, I will always remember him teaching us how to make peanut brittle.Every time I eat peanut brittle or make that recipe, I will think of my Uncle John. May God Grant Him Peace and many pounds of raw peanuts for his beloved candy. Love to you, Uncle John,Joyce Ann##imported-begin##Joyce Crossman-Copp##imported-end##
Although the passing of John Fugich is a sad time for those who loved him,it is also an opportuity to look back to cherish and celebrate the life of this man of many talents and good times.
Having lived with the family of his sister,Julia Fugich Crossman for 22 years,I knew him as Uncle John, the candyman ,and I loved his visits to us in Florida.
I believe that Uncle John is in Heaven and that we will see him again and find ,that just like his candy, the joy of his presense is spread throughout the Heavens##imported-begin##Peggy Symons##imported-end##
My deepest sympathy is with you at this time of your loss. John was an awesome man for all he has accomplished.##imported-begin##Sean Murray McKinzie##imported-end##
