Ronald H. Kulhanek, of Chesaning,
died on March 7, 2024, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, at the age of 85.
Ron was born in Chesaning, Michigan, the son of Wenz Kulhanek and Emma (Nietling) Kulhanek. He graduated from Our Lady High School in 1956, and soon after married his soulmate, Linda Jackson on August 13, 1960. He earned his Masters Degree in Engineering from Southern Methodist University in 1964. He worked as an engineer at Ford Motor Company in Dearborn before retiring in 1997.
Ron was an active member at St. Peter Catholic Parish in Chesaning. He served as an usher for many years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, serving as Grant Knight for 2 years. He also enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, working in the woods, going to the casino, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Ronald is survived by his wife of 63 years, Linda Kulhanek; children, William (Cathi) Kulhanek, Michael (Carol) Kulhanek, Donald (Terri) Kulhanek, and Catherine McKeon; 10 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren ; sister, Emma Kulhanek. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Charlotte O'Dell, Maxine Robinette, Robert Kulhanek, and Leon Kulhanek.
A visitation will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024 from 3:00PM till 8:00PM with a Rosary Service at 7:00PM at McGeehan Funeral Home - Martin Chapel. A Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 11:30AM at St Peter Catholic Parish in Chesaning, with visitation one hour prior to the time of mass.
Cremation is to follow. His final resting place will be at Resurrection Cemetery in Chesaning. Memorial donations can be made to St Peter Catholic Parish.