Joseph A. Andrelczyk (Andrel) (1925 - 2002)
Custom Broker, WW II VeteranFebruary 19, 1925 to October 10, 2002. Father, Naval Veteran. United States Customs Broker, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2002, at the Hospice House in Philadelphia.
Born in Philadelphia, was a Naval Veteran WW ll Pacific Theater with the rank of SK2C and served on the USS ELDEN. He was married to the late Rita Dorothy Zuraski.
He was father to four children, Joseph, Michael, Kevin and the late Margaret Mary Goldy; also survived by five grandchildren, Jocelyn, Sara, Margaret Elise, Dorothy, and Bruce, Jr.
He was involved with US Customs Service and International Transportation for over 35 years. Active in the Polish Home Association in Philadelphia and the Polish Heritage Society.
His request was to have no services and the family has honored his wishes. There will be a private Memorial Mass for the family. We will miss him and always keep him in our memories and prayers for the love that he had for us. Those who wish, may contribute in his memory to the Catholic Charities.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer, Oct. 15, 2002.