Just found out in the A.F. Sergeants Assoc. magazine that Lorain had passed away.  Wonderful woman. My wife and I both served with her in the 928th. Sorry to hear of your loss.
Chief Roger Coffman  Rockford, Il

So sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was such a sweet lady.  The 1st time I met her when I was new at the unit I was shocked she knew me.  I thought she really does her homework on personnel. Then she gave me this big smile and told me she knew I was raised in Hillside because she recognized my family name. Thank you Lorain for your service.  God Bless you and your family.
Gwen Swiech-Coffman

I can imagine Heaven and Earth shook when Uncle Mike saw Aunt Lorain coming. God Bless Aunt Lorain, Uncle Mike, and my mom and dad.

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Kuryla family.

I was really sorry to hear this news about Lorain. I remember meeting her and Mike at the Westin Hotel in 1999 at a USS Indianapolis Survivors Reunion; they were so warm and welcoming to all. This was also true visiting them at their house, sitting in the living room-- they loved to laugh. Lorain was always supportive and equally independent, and it seemed they always stood side by side to face what came. It was always a pleasure and lot of fun to be around them. Mike's story of survival is her story too. We once had an amazing lunch at the Union Club in Chicago, when Mike and other survivors spoke to the assembled League audience. Whatever we remember about the Indy is due to people like Lorain, who, with Mike, started in 1960, to reclaim the captain's name, and the memories of those who served aboard the ship. Our thoughts and prayers from our family, and from my mother and father, too, go out to the Kuryla and extended families.

Jody Mike and Diane
My deepest condolences on the loss of your mother.  She was such a beautiful woman with a big smile and heart.  She was so proud of her family and honored her country.  She will be missed. 

Amy Serritella

Amelia and I were saddened to hear the news about Lorain. We loved both Lorain and MIke and had such fun times together at book signings with the both of them and the Enola Gay Navigator, Dutch Van Kirk.. Mike would say "I delivered It, he dropped It". We enjoyed hearing their stories as we drove to the shows and when they stayed with us. I remember how proud I was to drive them In our 1930 Studebaker only to run out of gas. Lorain was a great help to Amelia at the Atomic Bomb Group Reunions, she did not ask If help was needed she jumped right In.I remember the last Reunion that we had an orchestra, Lorain got up and danced with Bob Petrolli, In His wheel chair, she managed to whirl him around and they both had fun.
   Our lives are much richer for having personally known them.
        Bob & Amelia Krauss

Dear Mike, Diane, Jody and families,  I'm sorry I can't be there, but know I send my sincerest condolences on your loss. I will always remember your mom and dad with fond memories.  You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Chief, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Dorothy & Brian O'Dea

Mike, Diane, Jody and Grandkids All,
Joyce and I are so sorry to Hear about your Mom's passing.She is in our Prayers and thoughts,
With Love
Tom and Joyce

To Mike, Diane & Jody,
Sorry I couldn't be with all of you today.  I will always remember the great times we had together all those years ago in Bellwood & Hillside.  Your mom always tried to keep us boys in line, though not always successful.  Hopefully she is reunited with your Dad and they are having a great time in heaven.  See you all soon.

Chief Mike,

I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing.  Please know you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lorain was a long-time friend and support person for our family. Our families attended school, celebrated holidays, and vacationed together. We cherish the memories of the fun times together and the strong family values that kept us all close. Thank you, Mrs. K., for the many years of friendship and love.

Chief Mike, I am very sorry to hear about your mother.  Please accept my deepest sympathy at what I know is a very difficult time for you.  Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.  Fred Friedl (Gurnee Fire)

Chief,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tom Gaertner

So sorry to hear the news of Lorain's passing but I can't help smiling when I think of that big wonderful smile on Mike's face as he greeted her again in heaven.   They were the most wonderful couple and I will remember them forever!   Hugs to you all from our family.
Maria Eck Bullard
Daughter of USS Indianapolis Survivor Harold Eck

Mike, please know that you and your family are in our prayers.  God Bless your mom.

Mike Falese

Jody, 
You and your family remain in my prayers during this difficult time.

Blessings,
Mary Conlisk

Sympathy and prayers for Lorain and the family. I remember Lorain from my time in Hillside and also the 928 TAG at O'Hare. May she and Mike rest in peace.

Father Michael Doyle, O.S.M.

Chief,

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. 

Rodney Bradberry

Chief

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom.  She was a very wonderful woman.  You are in my prayers.  Paula O'Driscoll

I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family, friends and prayer (Psalm 65:2) during this difficult time.

OBITUARY

Lorain M. Kuryla

September 14, 1927 – November 28, 2014

Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home & Cemetery

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