Jeff Kutchka

Jeff Kutchka, 67, of Fort Smith, AR passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. He was born on July 23, 1957, in Victoria, TX to the late Joseph William Kutchka, Jr. and Dorothy Jurena Kutchka. Jeff was retired from Hallmark Cards and a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Barling, AR.

He is survived by two sons, David Kutchka and Jeffrey Wayne Kutchka II; two brothers, Jay Kutchka and his wife Jane-Ellen of Fort Smith and Joseph William Kutchka III, of Rogers, AR; three nieces and a nephew, Claire Kutchka of Brooklyn, New York, Caroline Kutchka of Fayetteville, Leah Kutchka of Fayetteville, and Andrew Kutchka of Fayetteville; a granddaughter, Makaila Elrod of Benton, AR; and an aunt, Janie Lackow of Houston, TX.

Rosary service will be at 9:30 am, followed by the Memorial Mass at 10:00 am on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Barling, AR. Interment of ashes will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Barling. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1301 Frank Street, Barling, AR 72923, or go to www.shmbarling.org.

Jeff was a one of a kind. He loved music and loved to share it. He was a talented musician with a Bachelor of Science in music from Henderson State University. He played multiple instruments including trumpet, guitar, drums and keyboard.

Jeff had an infectious laugh. There was no loss for conversation and laughter when Jeff was in the room. He truly enjoyed a good meal with his family and friends.

Gardening, golfing, fishing and hunting were all hobbies Jeff enjoyed over the years.

Jeff had a servant's heart. He found joy in helping those in need, especially the elderly. He talked fondly of playing music for nursing home residents.

Jeff is missed but will not be forgotten.