Major Daniel Kocic's Obituary
Hamilton VA – In loving memory of Ret (Maj) Daniel Kocic a faithful servant of God who passed at the age of 96 (14 May 1923 – 2 July 2019). Born in DePew NY and served our Nation during WWII in Gen Patton’s 3rd Army, European Command, and in the Korean War.
Preceded in rest are his parents Stephen and Pela Kocic and his siblings Lillian Gjurich, Michael Kocic, Dolly Rushnov, Stanley Kocic, and Mildred Messerly.
Surviving members of the family are his daughter Vivian and husband Dominic, Granddaughter Monica Rust and husband Adam and great grandchildren Marshall and Audrey, and Grandson Marco Laiti and his wife Hannah and great grandchild Cora. Sister-in-law Darinka Brodich and her family and extended family. Also surviving are nieces and nephews in the extended Kocic family.
Funeral services will be held Monday July 8 at 11:00 Am at St Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral on Mass Ave D.C. with Father George presiding. Interment will be on a later date in Arlington National Cemetery where his beloved wife rests.
In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to The World War II Foundation, 333 White Horn Drive, Suite One, Kingston, RI 02881. https://www.wwiifoundation.org/donate/
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.loudounfuneralchapel.com
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