Madelyn (Maddy) Whitney Kurak, age 102, passed on Friday, November 18, 2016 at Wesley Health Care surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of George Peter Kurak. 

Maddy was born on March 22, 1914 in Syracuse, NY.  She was the youngest of nine children and the daughter of the late Arthur Whitney and Jennie Eaton Whitney. 

Maddy attended Syracuse public schools and later graduated from CCBI a Business School. 

She retired as the executive secretary to the president of the Syracuse Automobile Dealers Association.  She and her husband were loyal to Syracuse University sports; football and basketball, holding season’s tickets for over fifty years.  Maddy was a dedicated volunteer for the American Cancer Society, Volunteers of America, and St Peters Mobil Meals Program.  She was a former member of O’Hav Shalom Tenants Association, Bethlehem Grange and a life member of the Valley Presbyterian Church in Syracuse.  Maddy will be remembered for her great spirit, her optimism and always singing her favorite songs.  She was an avid reader and also enjoyed crafting and pottery. Maddy was known for her love and devotion to family and friends.

She is survived by her daughters, Kerry Kurak/Kurtus, Muriel True (David); three grandchildren, Patricia Covell (David), Pam Hart (John), David C. True Jr.; three great-grandchildren, Brian Hart, Sarah and Emily Covell; and devoted friend, Bonnie-Kaye Dietz all from Saratoga Springs.

A private graveside service will be held December 5th at Woodlawn Cemetery, Syracuse, NY.  There will be no calling hours. 

Please donate to your favorite charity of choice in honor of Maddy. 

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