John Richard Czulinski

John Richard Czulinski obituary, Shelby Township, MI

John Richard Czulinski

John Czulinski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wasik Funeral Home - Shelby Township on Oct. 14, 2025.

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John Richard Czulinski of Macomb, passed away on October 11, 2025 at the age of 93. He was born on January 18, 1932 to Ignacy and Mary Czulinski in Hamtramck, Michigan. Beloved husband of Delphine for 71 years. Loving father of Denise Buckner (Ron), Sharon Pollak (Mike), John J. Czulinski, and Marcie Hojnoski. Proud grandfather of seven grandchildren: Kristy (Jim), Deanna (Matt), Joseph (Amanda), Daniel (Jenna), Jennifer (Kellen), Dylan and Jacob and great grandfather of six great grandchildren: Matthew, Thomas, Delaney, Jack, Kinsley, and Hayden. He was predeceased by his parents, three brothers, three sisters, a daughter-in-law (Teresa), and one great grandchild (Kevin). John was an army veteran of the Korean War and received three bronze service stars. He loved fishing, hunting, and spending time at his cabin on Rainy Lake.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Township, MI 48315. Instate Wednesday from 9:30 am until a 10:00 am funeral mass at St. Isidore Catholic Church located at 18201 23 Mile Rd., Macomb, 48042. Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery.

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