Reverend Archpriest Daniel L. Gurovich

On Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022, Reverend Archpriest Daniel L. Gurovich, Pastor of St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church in Bethlehem, PA fell asleep in the Lord after a prolonged illness. Born on January 9, 1947 in Cleveland, OH, he was pre-deceased by his parents, Daniel and Rose Gurovich. He is survived by a brother, Ken Gurovich of Cleveland, OH.

He studied for the priesthood at Borromeo Seminary in Cleveland, OH and SS. Cyril & Methodius Seminary in Pittsburgh, PA. He was ordained to the priesthood by Most Reverend Emil Mihalik in Parma, OH on May 12, 1974. He served in various parish assignments in Cleveland, Detroit and California.

In November 1986 he was appointed Pastor of St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church in Bethlehem and remained until recently. His various positions in the Archeparchy of Philadelphia were serving on the Administrative Council; Notary and Secretary of the Archeparchys Tribunal; and Judge of the Tribunal from 1987 until 2018.

Known for his kindness towards his parishioners, Fr. Gurovich was also an aficionado of analog recordings and his collection of records and various playing media of music.

Funeral arrangements are planned for Tuesday, March 8 at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church (1826 Kenmore Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18018) with viewing from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM and Priest Parastas beginning at 11:00 AM served by Most Reverend Borys Gudziak, Metropolitan-Archbishop of Philadelphia. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. May his memory be eternal!

Memorial Contributions may be made in Father Daniels name to St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church.

Cemetery
St. Josaphat Cemetery
Easton Rd.
Bethlehem PA 18017
US

Viewing
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church
1826 Kenmore Avenue
Bethlehem PA 18018
US

Parastas
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
11:00 AM
St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church
1826 Kenmore Avenue
Bethlehem PA 18018
US

Funeral HomeConnell Funeral Home, Inc.
245 East Broad St.
Bethlehem PA - 18018
US
610-868-8531