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Barnett Victor Kukta, of Madison, left this life at peace at his home on August 9, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Elsie Kukta who passed in 2011. Barnett was born in Linden, NJ, to Frank and Agata Kukta. He moved to Madison at a young age. He served in the US Army in the Fiji Islands from 1941-1943. He is survived by his sons Barnett, Jr., and his wife Raisa of Clinton, and David and his wife Diane of Chester; a brother Walter Kukta, of Clinton; a sister Dorothy Brainard of Killingworth; 4 grandchildren Dave, Jr., and his wife Laurie; Michael and his wife Leslie; Steven and his wife Kasha, and Nicole; 8 great grandchildren, Christian, Mikhala, Isaiah, Angelina, Julia, Caitlin, Alexa, and Ashley. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a sister Stephane, and brothers Frank, Julius, and Steven.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday August 14th from 4-7pm at Swan Funeral Home, 825 Boston Post Rd., Madison. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday August 15th at 11:30am in St. Margaret Church, Academy St., Madison. Burial with military honors will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Clinton.
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August 17, 2016
Joan Hemstock
Barney & Elsie were our neighbors when we lived on Warpas Rd. - many years ago . . . They were good friends with my aunt and uncle - Ed & Pat DeMar - and I noticed there was a picture of them in the photo gallery . . . all good memories! My sympathy goes out to the Kukta family . ..
August 13, 2016
Karen Piazza
My deepest sympathies to the Kukta family and friends. I remember the good times that Barney and Elsie had when they were at Isabel and Franks Walden's get togethers. Sincerely, Karen Piazza, Isabel and Frank's granddaughter
August 12, 2016
John Landolfi
To the Kutka family with deep sorrows in hearing of your loss. John Landolfi
August 12, 2016
Rosanne/larry Gavlin
Please except are most heartfelt sympathies for your loss our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless Uncle Barney.
August 12, 2016
Rosanne/ Larry Gavlin
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your lossour thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
August 12, 2016
Phyllis Abbatello
So sorry for your loss. You were blessed to have had him in your life for all these years. Cherish the memories. Phyllis Abbatello
August 11, 2016
Laura Edwards
An uncle I will always remember growing up . As he was right down the the road so loved. We will always miss him . Rest in peace with the love of your life Elise.
August 11, 2016
A wonderful man who will be greatly missed by all who were lucky enough to know him. Rest in peace Gramps, we love you and will cherish our memories of you forever...Dave, Laurie & Julia
August 11, 2016
Mary Kukta
Sorry I cannot be with all of you to remember a very special person. Back in 1951, Barney was the best man at our wedding(he was 31 yrs old). I will remember always the many happy times we had with him and his beloved wife Elsie. Also, I'll never forget his infectious laugh.
Love to all and may all the wonderful moments you shared with him bring you happy memories in this very difficult time.
Much love to all, Mary & family
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