Charles R Kurella
December 17, 1949 - October 12, 2021
South Beaver Township
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Charles R Kurella
December 17, 1949 - October 12, 2021
South Beaver Township
Obituary
Charles R.“ Chuck” Kurella, 71, South Beaver Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at home with his family.
Born December 17, 1949, in Whiting, Indiana, he was the son of the late Charles J. and Margaret. (Vicory) Kurella. He was a retired pilot from American Airlines and was currently working as a Captain for Contour Airlines. Chuck attended the Naval Academy and served in the U.S. Navy. During his service in the Navy, Chuck flew as a Top Gun Pilot and later returned as an instructor. He also enjoyed being a member of the Beaver County Model Airplane Club. In Chuck’s spare time, he enjoyed spending it with his wife, children, and being Pop Pop to his grandchildren. Most of all, Chuck loved to fly.
Chuck is survived by his amazing wife of 23 years, Kimberly (Simpson) Kurella, his son, Charles “CJ” Kurella; his daughter, Kellie (Chris) Coennen; grandchildren, Karissa, Corinne, and Colt; his sister, Cathi (Ed) Stasny and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Kurella.
Chuck was always very proud of his kids and grandkids. His humor, smile, and magic tricks will be forever missed.
Family and friends will be received Sunday, October 17, from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls-Chippewa Twp., www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com., where a funeral service will be held on Monday October 18, at 11:00 am.
Interment to follow in Highland Cemetery-Ohioville, where members of the Beaver County Special Unit will meet at 11:45 am to perform full military honors.
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 17, 2021 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 17, 2021 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: October 18, 2021 (11:00 AM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
4 responses to Charles R Kurella
Raymond Stofcik says:
October 16, 2021
Kim and family ,Chuck was a friend of mine in the late 60 s and high school we had many good times fishing and hunting from that great outpost (Whiting Indiana) his smile wit and friendship will always be rembered.
Roman Barlog says:
October 16, 2021
Sorry for your loss. I remember Chuck from Bishop Noll high school where we were both members of the wrestling squad. He was a smart, tough guy. RIP Chuck
James Camp III says:
October 16, 2021
I met Chuck and later, his father, in 1987 when he had a hanger at Beaver County. He was building his Pitts at the time. Asked him where are the wings? He told me they were hanging on the wall in his apartment. Later helped him set all the angles and tensions. Wonderful man then and later, so proud of his family.
Randy and Renee Glans says:
October 18, 2021
So sorry to hear this. Randy grew up in Whiting and knew Chuck and then I met him at IU where Randy and Chuck played rugby. He once flew us up to Whiting from IU in a small plane. Many memories, laughed a lot. Prayers for your family.