The funeral of Irena Rupińska and her two‑year‑old grandson will be held on November 28 at the NMP Częstochowska Church in Szumów, family urging donors to support the grandson’s treatment.
Funeral Details
The ceremony will commence at 11:30 a.m. on November 28, followed by burial at the parish cemetery. Viewing will be held the day before, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., and again on the day of the funeral starting at 10:30 a.m.
Donation Request Instead of Flowers
The family asks mourners to give donations for the treatment of Antosia Krupi, managed by siepomaga.pl, and to bring helium‑filled balloons instead of flowers.
Circumstances of Death
Irena Rupińska and her two‑year‑old grandson died in a fire that broke out on November 22 in a single‑family home in Szumów. An electric humidifier is believed to have sparked the blaze; a fire‑investigation expert will determine the exact cause.
Background – One of Poland’s Wealthiest
In 2016 and 2017, Irena Rupińska and her husband were listed among Poland’s top 100 richest by Forbes.