I met Nick in the Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) several years ago. He was one of those guys who stood out and always made us laugh. I enjoyed getting to know him. I was just thinking of him and thought I'd post a note. He may be gone, but he is certainly not forgotten.

Jack & Peggy,

I am so sorry to hear about Nick’s passing. The last time I saw him was during deer season in Brule years ago when we just happened to be hunting in the same area. I was there hunting a few days ago and couldn’t help but think about him and your family.

I will always remember all the laughs and adventures during our jr high years. I wish I could have attended the service, but I was traveling at the time.

My heart hurts for you.

My sincere condolences to Nick's family & friends. I am so heartbroken to see this. Nick was a big part of my life several years ago, and he will always hold a special place in my heart. He was one of a kind. Prayers for peace and comfort. -Kari

I am heart broken for all of you! I was one of the people that he touched so greatly. I’m truly blessed to have known him. I wish I could be there Tuesday to celebrate Nick with his family and friends but I’m traveling for work. Please know you all will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!

Nick's Obituary -

Nicholas Alexander Kulpa

Age 39, of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, formerly of Superior, Wisconsin, died on September 25, 2018 at Our Lady of Peace Hospice in St. Paul, Minnesota.

"Nick" was born on January 11, 1979 in Duluth, Minnesota, and attended Catholic schools in Milwaukee and Superior. He graduated from Superior High School (1997), the University of Wisconsin at Superior (2002), and was awarded a Doctorate in Jurisprudence from William Mitchell Law School at St. Paul (2012). Nick worked as a Special Investigator for the Minnesota Department of Commerce.

Survivors include his parents, Jack and Peggy Kulpa, and numerous relatives and friends. People who most helped him during his struggle with cancer include his aunts, Carmel Kulpa and Mary Swainston; his cousin, Rachel Farina; best friends, Kyle Schrieffer, Jason Danielson, and Adam Haglin ("The God Squad"); and especially Chorbishop sharbel Maroun of St. Maron's Maronite Catholic Church. Nick also wished to say good-bye to Lilly and Lyric who he mentored and loved.

Cremation has taken place. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, at St. Maron's Maronite Catholic Church, 602 University Avenue NE, in Minneapolis. The celebrant will be Chorbishop sharbel Maroun. Visitation and a rosary start at 10:00 A.M. After Mass a lunch will be served at St. Maron's Cedar Hall.

Nick's parents are especially grateful for the kindness, compassion, and generosity of Chorbishop sharbel Maroun and his Maronite Community, the Franciscan Sisters and staff at Our Lady of Peace Hospice in St. Paul, and the nursing staff at North Memorial Hospital.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorials be made to St. Maron's Catholic Church or to our Lady of Peace Hospice, 2076 St. Anthony Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55104.

In chorus, we sing a song called "In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning" from the movie Sleepless in Seattle. Carly Simon (as well as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, etc) has an excellent rendition of this song on You Tube. I will think of Nick every time we sing this song due to your opening statement about when Nick lost his battle with cancer.

A very sad ending to a wonderful, too short, life.

Love,
Diane

Peggy- Beautifully well written. Our prayers and thoughts have been with Nick since we got the news of his Illness. You both raised an amazing man. I always told Nick that he was a" Inspiration" to All of Us!!!
Our Faith enables us to withstand the shock and grief of death. It is our earnest prayer that Almighty God will sustain and strengthen you both.
His Journals will be a Inspiration for generations to come!!! Praying for you and Jack as always.

Hugs to you Both

Love,
Tim & Mary

Jack & Peggy, not a day goes by that I'm thinking of you guys. Sometimes a person does not no what to say. After Dad's death I still feel the loss and it's been 2 Years. Carmel thinks I'm cold hearted just because I didn't reach out. If you guys think the same about me I'm sorry. I prayer that God gives you strength during this time.


Love you guys
Cindy

Peggy--beautifully written. Nick was a "special" gift from God. I am grateful for all the years I shared with him. Our memories of him will live on and time will heal our broken hearts. I know that it is your faith in God that is getting you and Jack through this.

Love, Prayers, & Hugs
Carm

Peggy-well written. We are so sad for you and Jack. Our prayers and thoughts have been with you since Nick received the news about his cancer. Nick was a wonderful person and you should be proud parents. We will continue to keep you two in our prayers.
Hugs to you and Jack.