Chester Zurek passed away June 30, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born and raised in Dupont, Pennsylvania. Upon graduation from Dupont High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served 6 years.
Chet retired as an x-ray technologist foreman after 28 years of employment at DuPont in Parlin. He shared 63 years in a loving marriage with his wife Eileen. Chester was an avid tennis player. He enjoyed travel and adventure – white water rafting, hang gliding, snorkeling, boating, fishing, camping and treasure hunting (just to name a few).
He loved going to Monmouth Park race track and being involved in activities (especially inventions) with his grandchildren. He spent much time in the Poconos with his friends and family. Chester made friends wherever he went. He will be missed.
Chet was predeceased by 14 siblings and his parents Stanley and Anna Zurek. He is survived by his sister Mary Kaub, his children, Ann Marie, Karen, Susan and Barbara, and many nieces and nephews. Chester was also blessed with 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
His family would like to acknowledge and thank Dr. Stephen Swartz for years of care and friendship, the amazing help and care he received from Annie Swartz and the staff at the Jewish Home for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Freehold, as well as VNA Hospice.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a prayer service with military honors at John F. Pfleger Funeral Home, 115 Tindall Road. Middletown. A Mass celebrating his life will be determined at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, as a way to honor Chester Zurek, a park bench will be donated in his name. To make a memorial gift to the Friends of the Monmouth County Park system, visit eventbrite.com and search “Memorial Donations for Chester Zurek.”
The article originally appeared in the July 11 – 17, 2024 print edition of The Two River Times.
