Erlene V. Kurek Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Erlene V. Kurek of Hamburg, New York, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Erlene left this world on August 27, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Earl Wockasen and Anna Wockasen; and her brother Earl Wockasen. She is survived by: her husband Paul Kurek; her sons, Louis (Rosanne) and Michael Panzica (Jennifer); her grandchildren, Bri Panzica, Louis Jr. Panzica (Alexis), Hannah Panzica (Eric Anthony), Ashley Crosby (Kyle) and Samantha Ribbeck (Jason); her great grandchildren, Colton, Morgan and Jameson; and her sisters, Anna Geidel (late Jack) and Debbie Rubensaal (Ron). She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Erlene's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
