Benedict M. Kuchta

Benedict M. Kuchta Athol – Benedict M. Kuchta, 81, formerly of Petersham Road, died Thursday, January 29, 2015 at his daughter’s home in Oakham.      Benedict was born March 29, 1933, in Winchendon, MA, the son of Michael and Mary (Skirupa) Kuchta.  He grew up in Winchendon where he attended schools and since 1983 has resided in Athol.  He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.        He worked in Winchendon and Gardner for several pallet shops, also did general repair, retiring from AAA Pallet Company.  He enjoyed history, bible study and making all types of furniture.      He leaves his ten children, Brian Kuchta of NC, Steven Kuchta of Springfield, VT, Randy Kuchta of Athol, Brenda Kuchta of Gardner, Chris Kuchta of Athol, Susan Tourtellot of Oakham, Jody Kuchta and Sabrina Kuchta, both of Athol, Denise Kuchta of Gardner and Shauna Kuchta of Athol; two grandchildren, Chantelle and Micaela.  He was predeceased by his wife of 45 years, Pauline (Bellis) Kuchta, two brothers and three sisters.      The family would like to thank the VNA Hospice of Worcester for their care and compassion in caring for Benedict.       A Memorial service will be held Saturday February 7, 2015 at 11:30 A.M. at the Athol-Orange Baptist Church, Church & Walnut Streets, Athol with the Rev. Mark D. Bariloni, pastor officiating.  Burial with military honors will be Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at the Massachusetts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, 111 Glenallen St., Winchendon.   In lieu of flowers  the family suggests contributions be made to VNA Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608  Higgins-O’Connor Funeral Home, 146 Main Street, Athol is directing arrangements.  For further information or to share a memory with the family go to:  www.higginsoconnorfuneralhome.com. $(document).ready(function(){ });