Service Information
Archie D. Kucera, age 81, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at GlenFields Living with Care in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be held Friday, December 20, 2019, 11:00 A.M., at Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Hutchinson with interment following in the Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, December 19, 2019, from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Archie David Kucera was born on March 31, 1938, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Arthur and Christine (Hlavka) Kucera. Archie was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at Czech Brethren Presbyterian Church in Silver Lake, Minnesota. He received his education in Hutchinson and graduated with the Hutchinson High School Class of 1956.
Archie entered active military service in the United States Army on April 17, 1957, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He received an Honorable Discharge on April 16, 1959, at Fort Polk, Louisiana, and achieved the rank of SP 4 (T) (E-4.)
On November 11, 1961, Archie was joined in holy marriage to Sandra Moody at the Czech Brethren Presbyterian Church in Silver Lake. This marriage was blessed with two sons, David and Chuck. Archie and Sandra resided in Hutchinson. They shared 58 years of marriage.
Archie was employed at 3M for 35 years, finishing his career as an Engineer. He enjoyed traveling to Germany, Italy, China, Trinidad, Guatemala, and South Africa for work. After retiring from 3M, he worked for 10 years at the Hutchinson Public Library as the custodian. For several years he worked as a volunteer at the library doing book repair. Archie was also a custodian at the Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Hutchinson for 20 years. He served as usher, trustee, church council member, and also a member of the Memorial Committee.
Archie enjoyed playing in several 500 card clubs and reading military history and mystery books. He also enjoyed farming and fishing. One of his hobbies was baking Kolaches, which came from the Czech tradition. He could be found at many Hutch sporting events, especially when his kids or grandchildren were playing.
Archie passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at GlenFields Living with Care in Glencoe, Minnesota, at the age of 81 years. Blessed be his memory.
Archie is survived by his:
Wife, Sandra Kucera of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, David Kucera and his wife, Cathy, of Hutchinson, MN,
Chuck Kucera and his wife, Stacy, of Kansas City, MO;
Grandchildren, Trent and his wife, Kayla, Kaylee, Mason, Alexa, and Jack Kucera;
Nephews, Kurt Dvorak, Mark Dvorak, Gordon Konerza, Gerald Konerza, Gerald Shamla, Jr., and
Joseph Shamla;
Nieces, Chris Donnay, Cindy Ludewig, Geri Dolney, Tammy Bohning, Robyn Soltis, Kim Rumrill, and
Kari Steele
Sister, Grace Konerza of Silver Lake, MN;
Brother-in-law, Gerald Shamla of St. Joe, MN;
Sister-in-law, Deb Anderson of Watertown, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Archie is preceded in death by his Parents, Arthur and Christine Kucera; Sister, Doris Dvorak; Brothers-in-law, Kenneth Konerza and Edward Dvorak; Sister-in-law, Barb Shamla.
Tammy Kucera says
What a sad loss He was such a Great guy and very special to my dad Burton Kucera he also sadden by loss God Bless all family members at this sad loss
Cindy says
With our deepest sympathy to all!! What a wonderful man and a big loss to the community!! Cindy and Todd Karg
Bridget Gran-Ide says
My deepest sympathies to your family. Archie was one of the most ‘stand-up” guys I ever knew. He will surely be missed by all who knew him. My prayers for comfort and peace to all of you.
Carl C. Bloomquist says
I knew Archie in high school. We were both members of the HHS class of ’56. I remember Archie as a good friend ‘back in the day’. I am saddened to hear he is now gone as he was a really nice guy and his loss will be deeply felt.
Evelyn Aditsey says
My condolences to my friends Chuck and Stacy and the entire Kucera family. May God comfort your hearts and give you His peace that surpasses all understanding. Rest peacefully grand pap.
From: Evelyn & Family. Ghana( across the oceans)
Judi Hall says
Sandy you have our deepest sympathy.
So very sorry to hear of his passing.
God bless you all.
Doug Shamla and Judi Hall
Scott Strohkirch says
We are sad for your loss. I haven’t seen Archie for quite a few years, but I will always remember the family events with him. May the Lord be with you all at this time of grief and mourning.–Rev. Scott and Tammie Strohkirch
Svein Ivar Marstad says
The first time l meet Archie was in 1973 and the last time was in 2004. As l learned him to know he was like a patriarc, friendlly and a smiley person. Rip. Svein Ivar Marstad.
Kim Rexilius says
Dave and family Ken and I will be praying for all of you. May the peace of God bring you peace and comfort. May God bring happy memories to mind as you celebrate and remember your Dad. -Kim and Ken Rexilius
Mark & Donna Beckstrand says
Sympathies to your family.
Roger and Deb Berggren says
We lived next door to Archie and Sandy for many years. Archie was the best neighbor and friend that we could have. We enjoyed his quick wit and jokes and he will be missed.
We are so sorry for his passing.
Bonnie A Karl says
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to your family during this most difficult time.
Geoffrey Dolney & Family says
Archie will always be remembered for being kind to me and my kids. I will always remember the good times we had at Thanksgiving gatherings. We are deeply saddened by the loss of Archie.
Phyllis Bashans Spiering says
So sorry to read of Archie’s passing. Our sympathy and prayers go out to the Kucera family. It’s been so long since I saw Archie but have great memories of he and my Dad (Phil Bashans) back in the day! He’ll sure be missed!
Bob and jan carney says
We just got this news…..we are sending our sincere sympathy to Sandy and tp the family……