Sturbridge: Stephen Krupika, Jr., 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 23 ^rd , in the Rose Monahan Hospice Home, Worcester, leaving his bride of 59 years, Geraldine Phillips Krupika.

Steve was born in Worcester, the youngest of 7 children of Stephen and Antoinette (Sabota) Krupika, Sr.  He was predeceased by all of his siblings.

Steve was a generous person, always willing to help others.  He had a dry sense of humor that brought a smile to the faces of many, whether the person was a nun, a nurse in the hospital or a clerk in a store.  Steve was a kind and loving person and will be missed by many.

A funeral Mass for Steve will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 1 ^st , at 10:00am in St. Anne Church, 16 Church St., Sturbridge.  Burial in Hope Cemetery, Worcester, will be held at the convenience of the family.  There are no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements.