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Louis Kucera Obituary

Dr. Louis B. Kucera, M.D. passed away after a long illness on Good Friday, April 22, 2011. He was born in Northome, MN to the late Edward and Mary (Strnad) Kucera. Louis graduated from Marquette University Medical School, Milwaukee, WI in 1946. He served in the U.S. Army during intervals from 1942 to 1955 with the final rank of captain, completing his military service at Fort Carson, CO. He married Angela Marie Jelinek, of St. Paul, MN on September 16, 1950. His uncle, the late Bishop Louis B. Kucera of Lincoln, NE performed the wedding ceremony. They moved to Colorado Springs in 1954 where Dr. Kucera established a successful 45 year medical practice, specializing in family medicine. Louis and Angela raised their ten children in Colorado Springs. Louis was preceded in death by his wife in 2007, and also by his two sisters, Sr.Elouise Kucera, O.S.B. and Marcella Adams, both of MN. He is survived by his twin sister, Agatha Hebl and his brothers Valentine, George and Robert all of MN. He is also survived by his children: Mary L. Kucera, R.N., David P. Kucera, Dr. John L (Cornelia) Kucera, Rev. Allan R. Kucera, Margaret A. (Michael) Satriano, Sr. Veronica of the Holy Face and Sr. Elias of the Angels (both of the Order of Discalced Carmelites), Thomas J. Kucera, Patrice C. (Jon) Sutter and Anne B. Heckenkamp, all of Colorado. He is also survived by six grandchildren: Gregory (Erin), Anthony, Dominic and Juliana Satriano and Benedict and Christopher Heckenkamp. He has one great-grandchild, Lillian Satriano. He was a member and benefactor of the Servants of the Holy Family in Colorado Springs, attending the traditional Catholic Mass there with his family for many years. Visitation will be held Friday, April 29, 2011 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm followed by the recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 pm at Mountain View Mortuary, 2350 Montebello Square Dr., Colorado Springs, CO, 80918. The private funeral and Requiem Mass will be held Saturday, April 30, 2011 followed by burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Servants of the Holy Family, 8025 Maverick Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908.

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Published by The Gazette from Apr. 27 to Apr. 29, 2011.

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April 30, 2011

Dear Colorado Cousins,
It is always sad to lose a close relative, no matter when. We will always remember your dad, Uncle Lou, with great fondness. Being the oldest of the Hebl kids, I perhaps remember the most. I even remember being at your parents' wedding - if ever two people had million-dollar smiles, it was your mom and dad. Our trips to Colorado were so much fun, as were your family visits to Minnesota. Your dad worked long hours, but he always made lots of time available to spend with us when we visited.
Your dad had a special subtle sense of humor and quick wit. I remember when we visited in 2009, Mom, Dad, Boyd, and I went with Mary to visit your dad. After initial "hellos", Boyd said, "Remember me? You always used to tell me that I needed to lose a few pounds." Without missing a beat, your dad looked at the rest of us and said, "He still does!", and with a twinkle in his eyes, smiled that special joking smile of his! 'We all had a good laugh!
It is so difficult to witness our loved ones leaving us. But we know they will live on in our hearts and are in a better place. It is comforting to know that now your mom and dad can be together again in heaven. Paula will be right there with your mom to give warm welcome.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and that you have our sincere heartfelt sympathy. Wishing you peace and comfort,
Karol

April 30, 2011

Dear Family,

It is times like these that I am saddened by never having the opportunity to get to know my uncle or his family very well since we live so far away in MN. My hearts and prayers are with you now and forever.

Love, Georgie (Kucera) Andrist

Gabriele Neuschwander

April 29, 2011

Dear Kucera Family
It's never easy to loose a loved one,
and our warm thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

The Clan from Canada

Karen McCarthy-Pfeiffer

April 29, 2011

Dear Kucera Family,
I was so sad to hear of your father's death. From 1967 until he retired, he was my physician. He helped me through many things. Also,being a teacher at Palmer High School, I got to know Sr. Veronica, Sr. Elias, Patrice and Anne. I send you all my heartfelt sympathy and love,
Karen McCarthy Pfeiffer

Dana

April 29, 2011

Dr. Kucera was a the most wonderful doctor. He was my doctor from birth until he retired. He will be deeply missed. May you all find peace knowing what a wonderful man/doctor he was.

April 29, 2011

We are thinking about you and your family a lot . David and Mary are a wonderful example of a life well lived. Our hearts go out to you. Terry and Rita. V.F.

April 28, 2011

It was an honour to get to know my father-in-law these past 3 years, and I wish I had met him sooner. I believe he was a kindred spirit. May he rest in peace.
Cony Kucera

April 28, 2011

Grampa was really a geat guy! I know that throughout the years I became very close to him. I'll miss him, but I know that he is going to have a wonderful reward for all that he did and all the people that he helped! Love u lots Grandpa Kucera!
From (only Grand daughter), Juliana Satriano

Rachel N

April 28, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, our condolences on your loss.

April 28, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss, Heaven just received another angel. Dr. Louis took care of our family on the westside, from 1958 when we first came here, and now we are going to Dr. Kucera Jr. A wonderful family you all are. God Bless You and be with you at this time.
The Smith and Schrays (Kim)

Maureen Kucera-Walsh

April 28, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Kucera family. Your father was always so very kind to me and I will always remember that.
Mike and I look forward to seeing you this weekend.

April 28, 2011

Dearest Colorado Cousins--
We are all saddened to hear of Uncle Lou's passing, although we know that there is much rejoicing in the Heavens at the Grand Reunion!!
Many of us have fond memories of visiting Uncle Lou and Auntie Angie and our Colorado Cousins over the years!
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. May fond memories be of comfort now!!
Love and prayers from the Minnesota Cousins

April 28, 2011

Cathy and I were very sorry to learn of your father's death. He was a good man and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. God bless all of you.
Evelyn and Cathy Spencer

Rita Lumley

April 27, 2011

David

Sorry for the loss of your parents now your dad. If you need me just call. Will keep you in my prayers.

Love Rita

Chad, Kristi, and Sophia Kucera

April 27, 2011

I was sad to hear of Uncle Lou's passing. I send our deepest sympathies to your family. I have many fond memories of Uncle Lou, Aunt Angela, and the rest of the “Colorado” Kuceras, even though I was still rather young when last I saw everyone together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Loyola Esquibel-Adams

April 27, 2011

Dr. Kucera took care of me since 1959 on the West Side on 26th Street. He moved to Academy Blvd and I continued as his patient there. He perfomed alot of my surgeries and delivered two of my children and helped me with the medical services with my other two children. He took the time to look for me when he found out the about the death of my husband. He actually went looking for me to tell me. He was a very special man/doctor in my life...Thank you so much Dr. Kucera for my life and my children's lives.

April 27, 2011

Sorry to hear of your loss all of our prayers are with all of you.
Linda and Connie Madden, Jennifer, Kiel & Bryce Turner

Tim Coy

April 27, 2011

From the neighbor kid one block south, I express my sincere condolences to all of you on the loss of your father. I was saddened to read that your mother passed three years earlier.

Time has really flown by since we rode our bikes up and down the Foote Avenue hill. I still go once a month to the old neighborhood, cleaning out my parents' and grandmother's homes trying to get them ready to sell or lease. Best to all of you.

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