Andrew (Andy) Kukorelli

Born in Budapest, Hungary  on September 17, 1945 and died suddenly on June 19, 2011 in Concord, California.  Andy immigrated to Cleveland, Ohio with his family at the age of 6.  He attended grammar school and high school in Euclid, Ohio before moving to Sacramento, California.  Andy spent four years in the Navy.

During this time he served on the USS Bashaw, USS DeHaven and the USS Fletcher.  He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal (with Device). Andy attended Sacramento State University.  He owned and operated Ecqu-Matt Distribution Inc., in San Jose, for 25 years retiring in 1999 to Prescott Valley, AZ.  Andy enjoyed baking, raising Bonsai trees and his power boat , the Never Again.

Andy was predeceased by his Mother,  Andre Gartin.  He is survived by his Father Julius Kukorelli and Step Mother Gay Kukorelli  his Son, Jason Kukorelli and Grandsons, Ethan, Jordon and Chase his Brother Thomas Kukorelli and Sister-in-law Kumiko Kukorelli , Step Brother Mark Severns, Step Sisters Pam McNitzky and Judy Montoya in addition he is survived by many Cousins in Hungary and many Step Nieces and Nephews in the U.S.

Andy enjoyed life.  He took this love of life into everything he did.  He made friends no matter where he went.  He will be missed by all.  No memorial service was held.  There will be a family gathering at a later date.