Charles D. Kulesa

Charles D. Kulesa, of Bellmawr, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia. He was 67. Born in Camden, the son of the late Charles F. and Helen (nee Ryan) Kulesa. Chuck was born in 1955 in Camden, New Jersey. Growing up in a family of Philadelphia sports fans, he spent his childhood playing football and baseball. In the neighborhood, he served as an altar boy and a paperboy. Chuck attended St. Joseph’s High School and graduated in the class of 1973. A product of the great 60’s and 70’s, Chuck developed a fantastic ear for music as well as an artistic eye. He expressed this through drafting, photography and singing very loudly in the car. Chuck and his former spouse welcomed their first child in 1976 and their second shortly after. It was around this time that he began his career at Amtrak. The son of a railroad man, Chuck too developed a passion for the rails. Working at Amtrak fueled his passion and trains became the centerpiece of a lot of his art. Chuck worked on the tracks for over 30 years. Once retired, he turned his focus on enjoying life and giving back. He was a regular at Eagles, Phillies, Flyers and Sixers games. He was co- administrator for train groups on social media. He took photos and videos of trains almost every day. Chuck took up boating and had big plans to travel across country by RV. He donated to a variety of charities and would bring food to the homeless regularly. Chuck battled colon cancer on and off for over 10 years. His love for life, adventure and his dogs gave him the drive he needed to keep going. He made an impression on every person he met. His kindness and heart will truly be missed by those who loved him. He is survived by his children, Kimberly and Justin (Kyla) Kulesa; former spouse, Bonnie Kulesa; sisters, Charleen (Robert) Orzechowski and Diane Kulesa; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved dogs, Angel and Junior. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Friday, January 20 from 10-12 PM at Perinchief Chapels, 438 High St., Mt. Holly. Funeral services will be held at 12 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Charles’ memory to the Colon Cancer Coalition (https://coloncancercoalition.org/donate/ ) and the ASPCA (www.aspca.org)

Charles D. Kulesa

December 16, 1955 - January 13, 2023