John Chester Surek
July 3, 1919 - July 23, 2018
John Chester Surek, 99, of Victorville, CA, passed away on July 23, 2018. John was active right up to his passing. He loved playing billiards and watching Angels baseball games on television. He was born at home near Miller Run, PA on July 3, 1919. A gifted baseball player in his youth, he made the choice to quit school and go to work in the local coal mines to help support his family. John was also a veteran, serving in the US Navy during World War II. He married the love of his life, Ann Obergoss, on July 27, 1947. The were married for almost 69 years, until Ann’s passing in 2015. After starting a family the decision was made to move to California in 1962. John was employed by the LA County Road Department until his retirement from an on-the-job injury in 1979. He is survived by his sons Edward of Port Orange Fl, John of Fort Mohave, AZ and son and daughter in law Robert and Cynthia of Apple Valley, CA. He has 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. John is also preceded in death by his sisters Helen, Josephine and Jean, and brothers Walter and Frank. A memorial service will be held at Riverside National Cemetery at a later date.
John Chester Surek, 99, of Victorville, CA, passed away on July 23, 2018. John was active right up to his passing. He loved playing billiards and watching Angels baseball games on television. He was born at home near Miller Run, PA on July 3,... View Obituary & Service Information