
Obituary of A. Donna Kulla
Mrs. A. Donna Kulla, 81, of Utica, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at her home with her loving family by her side.
Donna was born in Pennsylvania on January 19, 1944, the daughter of Martha Lou Wittman. She received her high school education in Pennsylvania and after coming to Utica, attended Utica School of Commerce where she earned her degree in accounting. In 1964, Donna was united in marriage with Horatio Turner “Ray” Kent until Ray’s death in 1979. For many years, Donna was employed in the retailing and merchandising industry. She enjoyed rafting, spending time at her camp in Lyonsdale Falls, and was of the Catholic faith.
Mrs. Kulla is survived by four sons, Morris Kent, John Kent, Monte Kent and Dean Kent (Darlene Skinnard); one sister and brother-in-law, Josephina and Charles Balderston and two brothers, Bernard Janeczko and George Janeczko as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Lee Ann Janeczko.
In keeping with Donna’s wishes there is no visitation or services.
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In Loving Memory
A. Kulla
1944 - 2025
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