George Joseph Kulanko, Jr.

George Joseph Kulanko, Jr., 75, formerly of Fountain Hill and more recently of Hellertown, died on Sunday, February 14, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born December 5, 1945; son of the late George and Mary A. (Yurish) Kulanko.

George was a very talented athlete; especially when playing baseball and basketball. He was a standout athlete at Fountain Hill High School. He later attended Fork Union Military Academy in Virginia, and played early in his college career at Eastern Kentucky Univ.; where he earned a Bachelors Degree. George was recognized for his athletic achievements and championships earned. He volunteered his time and knowledge of the game as a coach for his daughters little league teams and as an umpire. He was an avid Eagles fan. In his free time, George enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.

In fitting with his philosophy of always helping others, George worked as a social worker in child protective services in Lehigh County and then in Warren County NJ. He finished his career working for the Superior Court of New Jersey as a court mediator in Warren, Hunterdon and Somerset counties. He took pride in his work and helped so many.

He will be dearly missed by his daughters, Samantha and Alix; and their mother and Georges former spouse, Joan Lorah; sister, Gloria Christman and her husband, Earl; first wife, Bonnie (McCrossan) Kulanko; as well as a longtime friend who George regarded as a son, Tony Phillips.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2021 from 12:30-2 p.m. at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018, with a service to celebrate Georges life to immediately follow.

Memorial contributions may be made to Good Sports and The Center for Animal Health and Welfare in Easton, PA.

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Recording of the Celebration of Life Ceremony for George J. Kulanko, Jr.

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Visitation
Saturday, February 20, 2021
12:30 PM
The Connell Funeral Home
245 E. Broad St.
Bethlehem PA 18018
US
610-868-8531

Life Celebration Ceremony
Saturday, February 20, 2021
2:00 PM
The Connell Funeral Home
245 E. Broad St.
Bethlehem PA 18018
US
610-868-8531

Funeral HomeConnell Funeral Home, Inc.
245 East Broad St.
Bethlehem PA - 18018
US
610-868-8531