Louis R. Kulp

Louis Ralph Kulp, 79, of Stowe, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on November 9, 2026.

Born in Pottstown, PA, on February 7, 1947, he was the beloved son of the late Reuben and Patrina (Murgia) Kulp.

Louis attended a Franciiscan seminary in Calicoon, NY for high school and one year of college. He transferred to West Chester University, where he graduated with a degree in Social Sciences, and met his future wife, Kathy. He then served a year in VISTA [Volunteers In Service To America], and followed that with a year in a special teaching project in Camden NJ.

After marrying, Louis spent two years fulfilling his alternative service requirement as a conscientious objector to the Vietnam War.

As he started a family, he devoted himself to training as a lab technician at Cabot Corporation in Boyertown, where he worked for many years.

Outside of his professional life, Louis had a deep passion for music, especially classic rock & roll and the oldies, and he loved watching and collecting movies...all kinds. He was also an avid football fan who truly enjoyed nothing more than cheering on his favorite team, the Philadelphia Eagles.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Kathleen Kulp (Nessle); his children, Christopher A. Kulp (Cynthia Wilson), Amanda L. Kulp, and Jillian M. Kulp; and his cherished grandchildren, Harmony and Shane.

Louis was predeceased by his parents Reuben and Patrina.

A memorial service will be held in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to St. Jude Children's Hospital [stjude.org].

Warker~Troutman Funeral Home Inc. is honored to serve Louis' family during this time of remembrance. His spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, and he will be missed dearly by all who had the privilege of knowing him.