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Richard Kull Obituary
Richard N. Kull Jr., 83, born Nov. 15, 1929, passed away peacefully in his sleep the morning of Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Anne; children, Lawrence Kull (Deborah), Richard Kull (Robin), Stephen Kull (Carolyn), John Kull and Susan Lanzavecchia (Peter); sons-in-law, James Gee, Scott Miller and Christopher Miller (Jamie); grandchildren, David Kull(Michelle), Richard Kull, Jamie Galemba (David), Kristi Langston (Kenneth), Nicole McGarvey (Tom), CJ Kull (Geralyn) , Christopher Kull (Alexis), Keri Lanzavecchia, Kristen Lanzavecchia, Andrew Gee, Victoria Gee, Tommy Miller, Jack Miller, Meredith Coleman, Catharine Cargan (Chris) and Samantha Coleman; great-grandchild, Madison Kull; sister, Dorothy Bailey (James); and his wife of a previous marriage, Edith Joan Kull. Predeceased by his spouse, Dana Gaines Kull; parents, Blanche Greenwood and Richard N. Kull Sr.; and daughter, Sandra Gee.
After attending high school in Mamaroneck N.Y., Richard served nine years in the U.S. Coast Guard. He owned and operated Tru-Fit manufacturing company before entering the automobile business as a salesperson in 1958. He became a dealer at Burns Pontiac in Marlton in 1970. With his partner Ed Burns, he co-founded the Burns Kull Automotive Group, operating dealerships throughout New Jersey and Florida. The group currently is comprised of Burns Honda and Burns Buick GMC Hyundai in Marlton, Toyota of Vineland and RK Chevrolet Kia and Subaru of Vineland, and Avalon Honda in Swainton.
A lifelong, pilot he was a member of the Civil Air Patrol, member of the Masonic Lodge Mamaroneck, N.Y., BPO Elks of Brick Township, president of the Brick Township Board of Education from 1957 to 1959, president of the New Jersey Affiliate of the American Heart Association, recipient of the Howard J Dayton Award for service to the Heart Association, chairman of the NADA Charitable Trust Ambassador Program, chairman of the American International Automobile Dealers Association and chairman of the Ocean City Tabernacle. Richard and Mary Anne have supported numerous additional charities, including the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County and The Shore Medical Center.
Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Ave., Ocean City NJ 08226. Funeral service will be at the Ocean City Tabernacle at 11:30 a.m. Friday. Friends may visit one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Seaside Cemetery, Palermo.
Those wishing to make a contribution in Richard's memory might consider The Ocean City Tabernacle; St. Peter's United Methodist Church, 501 E. 8th St., P.O. Box 762, Ocean City, NJ; or the First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach, 2331 NE 26th Ave., Pompano Beach 33062.
Arrangements are by The Godfrey Funeral Homes. For condolences to the family, please visit www.godfreyfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Kull
Ken Walker
August 31, 2013
Dear Mary Anne,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of Richard. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Peace, Prayers and Blessings, Ken and Sharon
George Vogel
August 31, 2013
We count it a privilege to have known Richard and thankful for all the work he did on behalf of the Kingdom of God.
Jane Szczepaniak
August 30, 2013
Many families in Ocean City have benefitted from the generosity of Mr. Kull and his family, especially through the programs presented at the Kull Youth Center at the Ocean City Tabernacle. My own family has benefitted by being able to serve at some of those programs, which have had so much positive impact in our community and for which we are grateful. May you, his family, be consoled from above in your time of loss, as you move toward the celebration of the life he lived so well.
Denice DeMitri
August 29, 2013
MaryAnne, wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dick & Pattianne Rudley
August 29, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Kull passing. He was always so nice to me. We used to work at "Burns Pontiac & Honda" He always took time to say hello. God Bless the Kull Family.
Deepest Sympathy.
herb smith
August 29, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
August 28, 2013
So saddened to hear of your loss. Richard always showed great kindness to myself and the girls. May God be with you through this tough time.
Sincerely Robynn Mack
Susan Friel
August 28, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure he will be greatly missed.
August 27, 2013
Our prayers are offered for the entire family. Richard is enjoying a new vista, one where CAVU takes on a whole new meaning. Love, The Moynihan Family, Jupiter, Fla.
John Maksymowicz
August 27, 2013
I will miss Richard very much, myself and family are sorry for your loss.
Marilouise Burns
August 27, 2013
Maryann, I was so saddened to learn of Richard's passing. Please know my thoughts and prayers will be with you and all the family during the difficult days ahead. I know he is now in a more peaceful place and I hope you can find comfort in that. I have no doubt that he is surrounded by those he has loved and lost before.....those left behind are the ones that hurt. I hope great memories and the love and support of so many friends and family members will help ease your pain and sorrow. With loving thoughts and deepest sympathy. Marilouise "ML" Burns
Marilyn Hughes
August 27, 2013
MaryAnne,
So sorry to hear of Richard's Crossing over the Bar. He was a shipmate and his loss is great. Blessings,
Marilyn Hughes, USCG AUX
jon lutes
August 26, 2013
so sorry for your loss may god be with you
Christopher Patterson
August 26, 2013
To the Kull family, May the peace of God be with you all at this time of loss. Keep your head up as he Will be looking down on all of you with love.
Beatriz Miniaci
August 26, 2013
Mary Anne, Albert & Beatriz send you condolences from Western Canada. You are in our prayers. I sent you an email poem that is really nice. Hope you take a moment to read it.
Al and Judy Headley
August 26, 2013
To the Kull Family,
Richard was a warm and wonderful man. He will be missed at the Ocean City Tabernacle.
Praying that the Lord will comfort you with His peace, surround you with His love and encourage you with His presence.
Maryann, Because He Lives you can face tomorrow.
Gabe Staino
August 26, 2013
Maryann,
Richard, you and the entire Kull family will be in my thoughts and prayers!
August 26, 2013
Maryanne & Family
Sorry for the loss of your husband and great friend and your Dad. God will be with you all.
Love SoniaCostello
August 26, 2013
Please be assured of prayers for Mr. Kull from the St. Augustine Prep Community. May he rest in God's peace.
Fr. Donald Reilly, O.S.A.
August 26, 2013
Richard will be greatly missed! We are happy that we met and knew him through Ocean City Tabernacle. May the Lord walk with Maryann and the family in the days ahead as they rebuild their lives. In Christ, The Reasners,Judie and Bill
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