Howard Mitchell Kuretsky

December 29, 1938 - March 2, 2019

Age 80 of Mendota Heights, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019. Preceded in death by his parents, David and Ann Kuretsky; and daughter, Robin Kuretsky- Greco. Survived by wife, Elaine; sons, David (Laurie) and Peter (Jodi) Kuretsky; brother, Martin (Judy) Kuretsky; and grandchildren, Alexa, Seth, Erika, Drew and Arielle. Howard was born on the West Side of St. Paul and attended Central High School and the University of Minnesota. Assuming control of a family business early in life as his father battled cancer; Howard’s real education came early at the school of hard knocks. As a result, Howard had exceptional street smarts about him. Howard was a wheeler and dealer, understanding how to read people and make a deal. He used his skills, experience and wisdom to guide young business owners in later years. Howard’s bright personality allowed him the blessing of an extraordinary amount of great friends. Philanthropy was of utmost importance to him. Together with Elaine for more than 60 years and she never killed him; they were remarkable parents who raised three wonderful children. A family that stuck together through thick and thin. Funeral service 2:00 PM WEDNESDAY March 6th at TEMPLE OF AARON SYNAGOGUE, 616 Mississippi River Blvd., St. Paul. Memorials preferred to JFCS Minnesota or Hospice of the Valley Sherman Home HOV.ORG. SHIVA 7PM Wednesday and Thursday at Temple of Aaron Synagogue.