Ronald K. Gulick Jr.

Ronald K. Gulick, Jr., age 51, passed away May 17, 2023, at home in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by his family. A visitation will be held at the McGilley & Sheil Funeral Home, 11924 E. 47th Street, Kansas City, MO 64133, on Tuesday, May 23rd, from 6 to 8 p.m. The rosary will start at 5:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, May 24th, at 11 a.m. at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 3736 S. Lee’s Summit Road, Independence, MO, 64055. He will be laid at his final resting place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Challenge Air or KSDS Assistance Dogs, Inc.

Ron was born on October 22, 1971, to Ronald K. Gulick, Sr. and Mary (Davis). He graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1989. He went on to receive his Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Technology/Maintenance Management from the University of Central Missouri. Although he began his career washing planes at the Kansas City Downtown Airport, he made quick work of getting his private pilot’s license. Flying soon became his passion and he went on to become Chief Pilot, and later, Flight Instructor. After the birth of his son, Ron’s hard work ethic and sense of brotherhood took him in a new direction as he became a proud union member of the Laborers’ Local 264. He often volunteered his time working the political campaigns and spreading awareness regarding issues that were important to his union.

Ron was preceded in death by his father, Ronald K Gulick, Sr. and his loyal service dog, Meade. He is survived by his wife and partner, Christa Dujakovich- Gulick; and their son, Jack Michael. His mother, Mary Gulick; sisters, Shannon Shelton (Harry), Amanda Gulick (Tony Vaka); as well as 21 nieces and nephews; and his best friend, Rex.

He volunteered his time at Challenge Air for several years. This annual event provided the gift of flight to children with special needs in an effort to get them to see their true potential, and for them to consider, if they could fly an airplane – they just might be able to do anything!

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.McGilleySheil.com for the Gulick family.