Sandra J. (Gaulzetti) Kulvete, 74, of Templeton, died peacefully Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Quabbin Valley Healthcare of Athol, after an illness.

Born in Gardner on August 1, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Leonette (Dupre) Gaulzetti. She was a graduate of Gardner High School, Class of 1969. Sandra devoted much of her life to serving others through her work in education. She began her career as a paraprofessional assistant and through her dedication and commitment, advanced to the role of Administrative Assistant at Templeton Elementary School, where she worked from 1980 until her retirement in 2015.

A faithful parishioner of Holy Cross Church in Templeton, Sandra found joy in the simple pleasures of life, including reading and creating arts and crafts. She had a generous spirit and took great pride in helping others, especially supporting families in need within the school community.

Above all, Sandra cherished her family and friends. She found her greatest happiness in the time spent with them, creating lasting memories that will be deeply treasured by all who knew and loved her.

Sandra is survived by her beloved husband, Steven A. Kulvete of Templeton; two sons, Ryan Kulvete and his wife Christina of Framingham, and Eric Kulvete and his loving partner Kelly Dwyer of Gardner; five grandchildren, Tyler, Brianna, Jack, Norah, and Sam Kulvete; a great-grandchild, Micah Kulvete; a brother, Bruce Gaulzetti and his wife Anne of Florida; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A brief period of visitation will be held Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in the Boucher Funeral Home, Inc., 110 Nichols Street, Gardner, MA. Funeral services will follow at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be held at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 111 Glenallen Street, Winchendon, MA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or online at www.stjude.org. Please reference in memory of Sandra J. Kulvete