Obituary of Joseph Stanulis

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020 at his home. He was 84 years old. Joseph Stanulis, Jr. was born on September 25, 1936 in Saginaw, to the late Joseph S. and Mary Ellen (Geigerle) Stanulis. He proudly served his country with the United States Marine Corps. Joe married Katherine L. Lawler on October 26, 1957, she survives him. Joe retired from Auto Owners Insurance Company. He enjoyed golfing, playing poker, dancing and traveling. Joe was a longtime member and Usher of Holy Family Catholic Church. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be missed dearly. Surviving is the love of his life for over 63 years, Katherine L. Stanulis, of Bridgeport; two daughters and two sons: Laura E. Johnson of Saginaw, Joseph M. (Lin) Stanulis, of Freeland, Mark V. (Lori) Stanulis of Vassar and Kathy M. Penny of Bloomfield Hills; grandchildren: Katherine (Tyler) Blair, Anthony Johnson, Jessica Stanulis, Ashley Stanulis, Joey (Ngan) Stanulis, Jacob Stanulis and Nathan Penny; and three great grandsons, Hue Blair, Vincent Ka'aumoana and Leon Stanulis. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his son, Steven M. Stanulis. FUNERAL: A private graveside service will take place in Mt. Olivet Cemetery with Deacon Roger Passionek to officiate. Military honors to follow under the auspices of the United States Marines and the VFW Post #1859. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers those wishing to give a memorial contribution are asked to consider the Saginaw Rescue Mission or a memorial of your choosing. The Deisler Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Stanulis family. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com.