Joseph A. Kulik, 90

US Army Veteran

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Milwaukee, WI.  Raised in West Allis, WI. Longtime resident of Joliet, also resided in Chicago and Lockport.

Joe was a true professional cross-country truck driver with an impeccable safety record.  A lifelong Green Bay Packers fan.  Above all else he cherished being a father and grandfather and spending time with his family and friends.  Although a reluctant flyer, Joe was a world traveler thanks to his wife Judy.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judith H. "Judy" Kulik; loving son, John Andrew McGrath (2016); loving daughter, Lynn M. Johnson (2025); parents, Edward and Edna Kulik; many dear late brothers and sisters.

Survived by his loving children, Robert (Cassandra) Kulik, Jay Johnson, Terri Joy and Steven (Karen) McGrath; dearest grandchildren, Samuel (Sally) Johnson, Alexandra (Jonah) Lakin, Nicholas (Emily) Johnson, Erin (Bradley) Hurtig, Hannah (Billy) Van Duzor, Sean Joy, Olivia, Paige and Brooke McGrath, Mason, Riley and Brody Kulik; cherished great grandchildren, Leo, Ezra, Phoebe, June, Eli, Maia Lynn, Nora and Isla.; many dear friends.

Memorials appreciated to Lightways Hospice in Joe's memory ( DONATE ).

Cremation Rites will be respectfully addressed.  Private Inurnment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements by O'NEIL FUENRAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport.  For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com