Joseph "Jocko" Krucek Obituary (1948

Jocko Krucek passed away at Harrison Hospital after a long struggle with heart failure. He will be best remembered for his generous and fun-loving spirit, riding motorcycles, competing in destruction derby tournaments, and playing bluegrass music into the wee hours. He was born to farmers Frances and John Joseph Krucek in Valparaiso, Indiana. After high school, he joined the Navy to see the world. Settling in Bremerton after his discharge, he obtained a journeyman's welding certification, working as a welder and mechanic. He married twice, the first to Darlene Gensburg and the second time to Julie Johansen. Both marriages ended in divorce. He was preceded in death by both parents, his sister Kathy, and his son, Russel. Surviving relatives include his three daughters, Michelle & Jessica (by Darlene) and Jennifer Chambard (by Julie), as well as siblings Barbara Young and Thomas Krucek. Memorial services will be held Wednesday 7/14, 2:00 PM, at the Stone Chapel in Poulsbo, and a celebration of his full life will be given Sunday 7/18, 1:00 PM at the Evergreen State Park in Bremerton.