Michael J. Kocurek Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Michael J. Kocurek (Stevens Point, Wisconsin), who passed away on May 26, 2026 at the age of 83. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael J. Kocurek to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Michael find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Michael Joseph Kocurek, Sr. and Celestine Rutkowski Kocurek; and his wife Margaret Carroll Kocurek (Hatton). He is survived by: his siblings, Joan Ruckel (Bob) and Tom Kocurek (Karen); and his children, Monica Gilroy (Peter), Anne Margaret Kelly (Henry), Georgia and Mike (Zack). He is also survived by three grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Foundation, specifically to the Margaret & Michael Kocurek Endowment, at http://www.papersciencefoundation.org.
