Kulas, Richard Stanley Polka Hall of Famer of Parma, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 under the loving care of his family and the staff at the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home at the age of 85 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mary Ann; their son, Patrick Michael; grandson, Joseph Hinkle; and brother and sisters. He is survived by his children, Shawn Kulas, Peter (Maryann) Kulas, Laura Kulas, Angie (Ron) Cochran, and Lisa (Garry) Garner; 14 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; one brother, Fred Kulas; one sister, Stella Romanowski; and several nieces and nephews. Richard was an Army Veteran and a member of the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree. He retired from Consumers Power. He played in many bands, including the Dixeland and Old Timers Polka Band. Richard enjoyed playing his music and spending time with his family. He touched many lives. Mr. Kulas is at the Desnoyer Funeral Home where a Prayer Service will be held on Friday, October 26 at 1:00 PM followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 1:30 PM at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church with Fr. James Shaver officiating. Interment to follow at St. John's Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, October 25 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM with a Rosary Service at 6:00 PM. Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Chalice Service will follow the Rosary Service.
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Shawn & Laura, sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a fun & cool guy. My prayers are with you.
Jennifer V Lamp
November 10, 2018
R.I.P. Soldier. Fair winds and following seas, and long may your big jib draw.
USN (Ret)
November 9, 2018
May perpetual light shine on you. Rest in peace Mr Kulas. ❤
Susie Crowley
October 28, 2018
Irene Hitt
October 27, 2018
Shawn, Sooo sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.
Charles Breidenbaugh
October 26, 2018
Angie and the entire Kulas Family, we are so sorry to hear of Your Dads passing. We enjoyed seeing him and hearing him play at PLAV and other Polish functions. Bob didn't know he was your Father. He sure enjoyed playing with the Old Timers. Prayers for your family, Uncle Fred and Aunt Stella. May he Rest In Peace.
Bob and Jacque Alldaffer
Jacque Alldaffer
October 25, 2018
Rest In Peace dear St Stan's classmate...play that clarinet with my brother and his accordian for Our God.
Alberta Ziepiela
Alberta Ziepiela
October 25, 2018
Dear Kulas Family ,
We are so sorry for your loss. He really left a positive impact on the hearts of so many people. What a great musical legacy he leaves behind for everyone to treasure. So proud of his Polish heritage, strong faith, great love of his family. Sending hugs and prayers.
Jerry and Suzi Fitzpatrick
October 25, 2018
Rest in peace, Richard. You're probably playing your clarinet again already. Will greatly miss talking with you at our Knights meetings. My sympathy to all the family
Rick Best
October 25, 2018
Rashed Ali
October 25, 2018
Thank you for your service, Mr. Kulas.
October 24, 2018
So sorry for your loss. It was a privilege to know him. I enjoyed our time playing in the Dixieland band where we told teasing stories back an forth about our Polish heritage. I'll miss him he was a good friend. Dennis Pienta
Dennis Pienta
October 24, 2018
Sorry for your loss sending prayers love Brigitte
October 24, 2018
I always enjoyed seeing Mr. Kulas. His good energy and sense of humor always put me in a great mood! The Polish festivals will never be the same without you :( You will be missed more than you can imagine!
Katy Circoloff
October 24, 2018
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