John M. Hanulik, a member of the Westport Arts Advisory Committee and longtime music teacher in the Westport school system, died Monday night at Norwalk Hospital. He was 71.
First Selectwoman Diane G. Farrell named Hanulik to the committee in 2003.
Mollie Donovan, co-chair of the arts group, said he was “a very valuable member who brought a great store of musical knowledge to the committee and his input will be greatly missed.”
Hanulik taught music—vocal, band, orchestra and music theory—in the Westport school system at all levels—elementary, junior and senior—for more than 37 years.
A wake will be held at the Harding Funeral Home in Westport on Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at St. Luke Church in Westport on Friday at 10 a.m.
John Hanulick was one of the few who early on was involved in beginning the outstanding music programs in the Westport schools. He was a major force in the development of many children and young adults in our community including my son and daughter. His presence will be missed, and his dedication and friendship will always be remembered by those of us who were fortunate to have known him and who benefited from the gifts that he offered to us all.
Mr. Hanulik was my orchestra conductor when I went to Staples in the late 80s, and I will always remember the lessons he taught me. They were lessons I could take not only into my music but into every aspect of my life, truly. He will be missed.
Mr. Hanulik was my orchestra conductor when I went to Staples in the late 80s, and I will always remember the lessons he taught me. They were lessons I could take not only into my music but into every aspect of my life, truly. He will be missed.