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1933
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2016
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Mayme Kulper Obituary
July 7, 1933 - March 18, 2016
Salinas
On March 18, 2016, heaven became a richer place with the joining of a new angel. Mayme Helen Kulper was born in Laguna Beach, to Herbert and Helen Lipsett.
Mayme grew up in the San Bernardino area and moved with her family in 1951 to Salinas. She attended Hartnell College, where she met and married, Lou Kulper, the love of her life. Eight years and four children later she began a 30 year career with the City of Salinas' Park & Rec Department. Mayme was actively involved in serving her community working (full-time!) and volunteering in many areas of the community right up to the time of her death.
Mayme is survived by her children: Helen Kulper (Raejean Goodrich), Kathy Kulper; Jerry Kulper (Julianne), Victor and Pam Meijers; her grandchildren, Courtney Meijers, Stephanie Meijers, Amanda Pearson-Lopez, Jocelyn Kulper, Julia Kulper, Angela Goulart; three great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; her sister, Nancy Cowan; and many, many friends she considered 'family'.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Helen Lipsett; her siblings, Luther Lipsett, Sally Stevens, David Lipsett; the love of her life, Lou Kulper and her daughter, Judy Kulper-Meijers.
A celebration of Mayme's life will be held at Salinas Valley Community Church, 368 San Juan Grade Road, Salinas, CA 93906 on Sunday, April 3, 2016, at 3:30 p.m.
Donations in Mayme's memory may be made to any of the following: Thomas Carman Food Pantry, 425 Carmel Ave., Marina CA 93933; Foundation for Monterey County Free Libraries-Gonzales Branch, in Honor of Mayme Kulper, 450 Lincoln Ave., Suite 203, Salinas, CA 93901; Dixieland Monterey/Jazz Bash by the Bay-Youth Fund, 177 Webster St., #206, Monterey, CA 93940.
Funeral services under the direction of Healey Mortuary. For full obituary, please visit www.healeymortuary.com.
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Lynda Karen Lipsett Deskins
February 7, 2025
Maybe Kulper was my aunt on my daddy's side. She was very strict (which i was not used to) Very kind and loving. She is missed by all who knew and loved her.
Stephanie Solis
April 1, 2016
My children were some of many who had the privilege of attending her classes at Closter Park.Later I was blessed to have her as my boss and mentor when I taught preschool at Central Park.She taught me so much and the children loved her.I am sure she is now in Heaven surrounded by a group of cherubs all sitting on their "tail feathers"while she entertains them with stories,songs,and fingerplays.She will be remembered and missed by many .
Corinne Garcia
March 29, 2016
Condolences to Jerry, her son and family. Ms.Kulper was a nice lady and shared her enthusiasm of love for her family.
Laureen Diephof
March 29, 2016
I had the opportunity to interview Mayme on several occasions regarding many of the activities she was involved in.
She was always a great person to interview for the newspaper: never shy, and very accommodating.
She'll be missed .
Barbara Bullard
March 28, 2016
Mayme and I met the night we were initiated into Rainbow Girls. I think that was in 1949. We stayed in touch and I kept aware of the children's lives through the wonderful annual Christmas letters Mayme sent. We did have one visit here in Oregon. God Bless you, Mayme. I know Lou is waiting with your chair dusted, your wings well feathered and that your stars are the most brilliant. With love, Bobbie (Barbara) Bullard
March 28, 2016
I have wonderfully fond memories of Mrs. Kulper and all the time we spent at Closter Park as children from 1969 thru high school. and her Daughter Helen who was always so nice, Many 2 square and carrom tournaments....my condolences to the Kulper family..
Lori Gannone Rold
Fresno, ca
Candice McFarland Camacho
March 28, 2016
My condolences to the Kulper family. Mayme was absolutely an asset to the community of Gonzales and will be missed. My daughter and many other children lovingly referred to her as "Grandma Mayme" as she made frequent visits to Tiny Tots Preschool in Gonzales. Mayme managed our community food pantry while she was in Gonzales and also volunteered at our local library where elementary school children flocked weekly to attend her club. Many thanks to the family for sharing Mayme with us. We were blessed to have her in our lives.
Arlene Hansen
March 27, 2016
Mayme was generous to a fault
-always helping others in so many ways. I met Mayme about the time she met Lou! & tho I've moved away, we stayed in touch. Her work was always fun to her-reading to kids, rodeo parades, helping kids with crafts, cooking - gem of a friend to all! Blessings to all the family! Hang in there together, help each other thru this trying time!
Paula Abbott
March 27, 2016
Kathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time...Mayme was my friend and I loved all the craft fairs we did together...she was a special lady..she remains forever in my heart...
Jeri Miller
March 27, 2016
To Mayme's family and loved ones I send my condolences. I knew Mayme and Lou since 1978
which is a long time. I can imagine Lou and Mayme are finally happier then ever, one day I shall see them both.
God Bless you all
Jeri
Jeri Miller
March 27, 2016
If I could have had a mother other then my own, it would be Mayme. To Kathy, Helen, Jerry and Julianne I send my love to each of you. Of all my customers at the banks I worked at she was by far the most gracious and loving to me.
Love
Jeri Faville Miller
March 27, 2016
She was my favorite at Closter Park in the 60"s through my high school days. The park was the place to hang out. May the Lord bring comfort to the family. Rest in Peace. ~Debbie Kimball Molinari
norah j roche
March 27, 2016
Wow! you mom was amazing! how many Salinas kids did Tiny Tots with Mrs. Kulper? or got to be a parade thanks to Mrs. Kulper? so many wonderful childhood memories! she was volunteering so so many years later at SVMH when my mom was in hospital and had flowers sent up to her room. so thoughtful.
Liz Williams. Former Mayor City of Gonzales
March 25, 2016
It is with great sadness I hear the news of Mayme's passing . She has been my friend over 50 years. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. She is at peace a with lew now
Mary May Vereen
March 26, 2016
Dear Family: Your mom was "the best"! She was loved by so many. May our good Lord be with you during these difficult days. My prayers are with you.
De Colores!
Sincerely,
Mary May (Littleton) Vereen
Diana & LeRoy Martella
March 26, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to you Kathy, and the entire family. We will miss seeing your mom at Active Seniors and the Friendship Club. It was so good to see her out and around...We will never forget all the good times we had at all the craft shows. She was a great lady and will be missed...
Greta Molinari
March 26, 2016
Kulper Family my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your mom was a great lady.
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