Daniel G. Kulik Sr., 78, of Springboro, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at UPMC Hamot in Erie.  He was born December 30, 1947 in Erie, a son of the late Harry and Alberta (Eyster) Kulik.  Dan began his career as an iron worker, then an over the road truck driver for many years.  Following his retirement he worked as a school bus driver.  Dan was a member of the Albion Moose Club, the Fairview American Legion, and the Station 21 Social Club.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing, being outdoors, and spending time with his family.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Carla Kulik, and a brother, Harry Kulik Jr.  Dan is survived by three children, Daniel Kulik Jr. and his wife, Gayle, of Brookville, PA, Robin Spellman and her husband, Kevin, of Albion, Craig Fried and his wife, Melissa, of North Carolina, six grandchildren, Wyatt Kulik, Morgan Long (Spencer), Onnastasia Hanisek (Tanner), Aubrey Gollmer (Kevin), Justin Fried, Shelby Fried, three great-grandchildren, Mabel Long, Stetson Long, Pearlie Gollmer, two brothers, Larry Kulik and his wife, Sue, of Waterford, Mike Kulik and his wife, Carolyn, of Fort Myers, FL, and several nieces and nephews.  All services will be private by the family.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to any American Kidney Association.  The Mattera Funeral Home, 188 East State Street, Albion, is handling the funeral arrangements.  To light a memory candle or leave a condolence, please visit www.matterafuneralhome.com