Henry Tureski of Bridgehampton died on March 22 at his home. He was 94.
Born in Southampton, he was the first of five sons born to Paul and Katherine Tureski. Survivors said that throughout his life he enjoyed giving to others and was a great cook. He was known for his quick wit and humor. He possessed a strong work ethic, had a meticulous eye for detail and could fix anything. He served in the U.S. Army as a staff sergeant during World War II, based in Italy. After his military service, he began work at Southampton Public Schools in maintenance and then as the transportation supervisor for more than 30 years. During his retirement he enjoyed spending his days with his son at TLT Restoration in Water Mill or could be seen caring for his yard and home, which included riding his beloved lawnmower.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Evelyn Edwards Ludlow Tureski; daughters, Joy Sieger and husband Timothy of Sagaponack, Marsha Riggs and husband Thomas of South Carolina, and son Todd and wife Sue of Southampton; brothers, Paul “Doc” of Virginia, and Raymond and wife Mary of Southampton; a sister-in-law, Katherine Ludlow Tureski and husband Ted of Southampton; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, Ted and Peter.
Visitation will be at Brockett Funeral Home in Southampton on Wednesday, March 30, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the Bridgehampton Presbyterian Church on Thursday, March 31; the Reverend Peter Sulyok will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow in the Mecox Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Capital Improvement Fund of the Bridgehampton Presbyterian Church, bridgehamptonpc.org.