Barbara Kulpa

It is with a blend of sorrow and gratitude that we share the passing of
Barbara Ann Kulpa, a woman of remarkable warmth and resilience, who
graced this world for 88 years. A mother, wife, and grandmother. Barbara's
legacy is not merely about longevity, but more importantly, it's about the
depth and richness of the life she led. As her daughter, Jill, I have been
privileged to witness her strength, her love, and her joy. As the poet Maya
Angelou once said, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what
you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel". Barbara truly
embodied this sentiment, touching lives with her kindness. What mattered
most to her was her family and her love for animals.
Born on February 18, 1935, in Chelsea, MA, Barbara spent her summers on
the picturesque shores of Lake Winnipesaukee Winter's in Oro Valley,
Arizona. Barbara was a loving wife to her husband, Anthony Kulpa, for 65
years and a devoted mother to her daughters and their spouses: Jill
(Andrew)Gorski, and Stacey (Mark) Brooks, and "Nana" to Eddie Fallon her
treasured grandson. Her love for her family was palpable, and she was our
beacon, our solace, and our joy. In her role as a housewife, Barbara found
fulfillment in nurturing her family, creating a warm and inviting home filled
with love and laughter.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Alice Johnson, her
brother Ralph (Eddie) Johnson and her daughter, Karen Kulpa. Yet, even in
the face of such profound loss, Barbara's spirit remained unbroken. In her
own quiet, unassuming way, she taught us resilience. She taught us that life,
in all its messiness and beauty, is to be embraced and cherished. Her life
was a testament to the fact that it is not the years in our life, but the life in
our years that truly counts. You will be truly missed.
Rest in peace.