Obituary for Mark Jurras
Mark Ivan Jurras, Jr., 97, of Canton, husband of the late Elizabeth (Abernethy) Jurras, died peacefully Monday, February 28, 2022 at his home. He was born May 4, 1924 in Montpelier, VT, son of the late Mark and Edith (Foster) Jurras and had lived in West Simsbury prior to moving to Canton 26 years ago. Mark was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army having served in World War II, ROTC, and the Army Reserves. He was a graduate of the University of Vermont, Class of 1949 and received his MBA from Drury College. Mr. Jurras was the Vice President of Employee Relations for Stanadyne, Inc. for many years prior to his retirement. He thoroughly enjoyed his career. He was previously employed with Singer, Friden, Royal, Connecticut General, Jones Brothers Granite Company, and Blakely Drug Store. He was mentor to countless employees, many of whom became dear friends.
Mark enjoyed playing Bridge and traveling the world, as well as puttering in his basement full of every gadget known to man. A proud American, he wrote his wartime memoir, One Man's Journey Through War and Peace.
He championed his children and grandchildren relishing and bragging about their every achievement. He loved people and lived a life of gratitude and generosity. He could charm the socks off anybody and was always planning the next party. In later years, he called himself "the Old Goat." In reality, he was the G.O.A.T, the Greatest of All Time.
He is survived by his three children, Mark Jurras, III, and his wife Susan of Canton, Amy Davenport and husband Andrew of Weatogue, and Susan Piatt of Tucson, AZ; his grandchildren, Elias Davenport and wife Connie, Lily Davenport, Georgia Piatt, Miranda Jurras and Mark Jurras, IV. He was predeceased by his brother, Max Jurras.
The family cannot thank Rose Agyapong enough for her love and care for our father. She never forgot his personhood. They had a truly special relationship.
There will be a private celebration of Mark's life at a later date.
Donations in his memory may be made to McLean Hospice 75 Great Pond Rd, Simsbury, CT 06070, or the charity of your choice.
Please visit Mark’s “Book of Memories” at www.vincentfuneralhome.com for online tributes.
Mark enjoyed playing Bridge and traveling the world, as well as puttering in his basement full of every gadget known to man. A proud American, he wrote his wartime memoir, One Man's Journey Through War and Peace.
He championed his children and grandchildren relishing and bragging about their every achievement. He loved people and lived a life of gratitude and generosity. He could charm the socks off anybody and was always planning the next party. In later years, he called himself "the Old Goat." In reality, he was the G.O.A.T, the Greatest of All Time.
He is survived by his three children, Mark Jurras, III, and his wife Susan of Canton, Amy Davenport and husband Andrew of Weatogue, and Susan Piatt of Tucson, AZ; his grandchildren, Elias Davenport and wife Connie, Lily Davenport, Georgia Piatt, Miranda Jurras and Mark Jurras, IV. He was predeceased by his brother, Max Jurras.
The family cannot thank Rose Agyapong enough for her love and care for our father. She never forgot his personhood. They had a truly special relationship.
There will be a private celebration of Mark's life at a later date.
Donations in his memory may be made to McLean Hospice 75 Great Pond Rd, Simsbury, CT 06070, or the charity of your choice.
Please visit Mark’s “Book of Memories” at www.vincentfuneralhome.com for online tributes.