Francis David Kudla

Francis D. Kudla, 81, died on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. His wife Beverly (Wallace) Kudla died in 2004. He is survived by his 3 children; Andrew W. Kudla and his wife Jessica of Canterbury, CT, Daniel C. Kudla of Sutton, and Kerri Ann Kudla of Worcester; 3 grandchildren: Caleb and Aiden Kudla, and Penelope Raptis; brother Kenneth Kudla of Suffield, CT; sister-in-law Cheri Kudla of FL; and 2 nephews, Michael and Matthew Kudla. Francis was predeceased by his brother Robert Kudla.

Born in Hartford, CT, on April 6, 1942, he was the son of the late Francis and Helen (Bachus) Kudla. He was raised in West Hartford, graduated from Conard High School, and went on to receive a degree from the Porter School of Design for drafting. Francis was a United States Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam era. Mr. Kudla owned and operated his masonry company, Castle of Comfort, for over 30 years in Sutton, MA. He was an avid fisherman, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family. 

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, February 25, from 2 - 4PM, at the Carr Funeral Home 24 Hill St. Whitinsville, MA. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, February 26, at 10AM, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 42 Spring St., Windsor Locks, CT.  Burial with follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Suffield, CT.   

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