John A. Gurkin

1888–1976 (age 88)

Biography

Born in 1888, John A. Gurkin's life spanned eras of rapid change, and he remained a steady presence for his family and neighbors during decades of growth and challenge.

Loved ones remember him for his quiet strength and the many stories he shared, and his memory is honored at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Did you know John A. Gurkin?

Help us tell their story. Share a memory, upload a gravestone photo, or correct any details.

Also buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery

Major Andre Andrews
1792–1834 (age 42)
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Major Andre Andrews was a military officer who lived in Cornwall from 1792 to 1834.
Red Jacket
1750–1830 (age 80)
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Red Jacket was a Seneca leader and orator from Geneva who lived from 1750 to 1830.
Abigail Fillmore
1798–1853 (age 55)
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Abigail Fillmore was the wife of U.S. President Millard Fillmore and lived from 1798 to 1853.
William B. Baum
1856–1947 (age 91)
Forest Lawn Cemetery
William B. Baum (1856-1947) was an East Saginaw resident interred at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Barbara Siggers Franklin
1917–1952 (age 35)
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Barbara Siggers Franklin (1917–1952) of Shelby, mother of singer Aretha Franklin, is buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Louis Eugene Desbecker
1871–1932 (age 61)
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Louis Eugene Desbecker was a Buffalo resident who lived from 1871 to 1932.