Kathleen L.

Kulesza

Kathleen Laurie Kulesza, 70, of State Route 165, Cobleskill, New York, died Friday, November 6, 2026, at Presbyterian Hospital in Manhattan.

Born on December 29, 1955, in Cobleskill, NY, she was the daughter of Gertrude Zank Lane and John Lane. She was a high school graduate, and a lifelong resident of the local area.

Kathleen was a Cleaning Supervisor for SUNY Cobleskill.

On November 16, 1972, Kathleen was married to Anthony "Tony" Kulesza.

Kathleen enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. She also liked volleyball and gambling. She loved being with her family.

She is survived by her husband, Anthony E. Kulesza of Seward, NY; daughter, Stephanie and David Russell of Seward, NY; son, Anthony J. Kulesza of Lockport, NY; sisters, Jonnie Jo and Frank Beretz of Delanson, NY, Betty Olsen of West Fulton, NY; brother, Melvin Lane and Dean Calvagna of Medford, NY; grandson, Keagan Adriance of Seward, NY; granddaughters, Kylie Adriance of Delmar, NY, Kaitlyn Kulesza of FL, Sophia Russell of Seward, NY, Olivia Russell of Seward, NY; and a great-grandson, Kashton of FL.

The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, November 13, 2026, from 11:00-1:00pm at Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home, 171 Elm Street, Cobleskill, NY with a graveside service following at 1:30pm at Zion Rural Cemetery.