In Celebration of

Ivan Kulic

June 15, 1946 -  April 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ivan Kulić, who left this world peacefully on April 4, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his beloved family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
For 49 beautiful years, he shared his life with his cherished wife, Marija. Together, they built a family that Ivan proudly lead and that brought him great joy.

Ivan was a deeply caring father and loving grandfather. He leaves behind his daughter Ana and her husband Johnny, together with their children Ivan, Lucia, and Petar; his son Josip and wife Mandy, and their children Michael, Maxim, and Madelina; and his daughter Juliana and her husband Ajdin, along with their daughter Lea.
Ivan is predeceased by his brother Josip and sister Andjelka, survived by his brother Mirko and sister Mara in Croatia.

Ivan held a profound love for his homeland, Croatia—a country he carried in his heart long before its independence in 1991. In the mid-1960's, he made the difficult decision to leave his homeland and embarked on a journey to North America where he completed his education, forged deep relationships with fellow Croatian patriots and formed his family. He built a household of love and opportunity, while his connection to Croatia never wavered. Following Croatia's liberation after the Homeland War, he returned often with immense joy and pride.

We find comfort in knowing that through his faith, he is now at peace with a loving and eternal God. Ivan will rest in peace in Dugobabe, Croatia—the village of his birth in the land that shaped his soul.

In memory of Ivan, donations can be made which will be contributed to his churches in Mississauga and Dugobabe.

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Vic and Natali Mijaljevic (Family)

Entered April 6, 2025 from Coquitlam, BC

Teta Mara, Ana, Joe, Juliana and families
We are deeply saddened to hear of Tetak’s passing. Vic and I are grateful we got to spend time with Tetak a few months ago. While we were with him he always had a smile on his face 🤍 Sending you all our love and prayers as you go through this unbearable time.🤍 Rest in Tetak
Love Vic, Natali, Joey and Marko Mijaljevic

Branimir Poljak (Friend)

Entered April 6, 2025 from Vancouver

Always thought he was a very good man.

Martin Lucic (Friend of Family)

Entered April 7, 2025 from Mississauga

My deepest sympathy goes out the the Kulic family at this time,

Mr. Kulic fought his battle with cancer with incredible strength and courage. His kindness, wisdom and dedication made a lasting impact not just on those closest to him, but also on the wider Croatian community. His passing is truly a great loss to all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed and and fondly remembered.

I hope you find comfort in the love that surrounds him and the legacy he leaves behind.

-Martin Lucic

Mandy Kulic (Daughter-in-law)

Entered April 7, 2025 from Toronto

Helping to care for my father-in-law in his final years was one of the greatest honors of my life. It gave me the chance to show him, outwardly, the deep love and respect we’ve always carried for him.
He was a man of quiet strength, relentless determination, and unwavering work ethic. Even in the face of difficulty, he showed incredible courage and grace. I told him that I hope my boys grow up to carry those same qualities—he of course told me not to cry and for the boys to pick up their books instead of a hammer.
He taught me so much, not just through words, but through the way he lived. Those lessons will stay with me always, and I will pass them on to his grandchildren, who love him beyond measure.
His memories live on in the hearts of his family, and we will carry it forward with love and pride.
With all my love, Mandy Kulić

Antica druzic and josip seljan 

Entered April 7, 2025 from Oakville

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