Sedona Lee Gerretsen

Born on August 3, 1948, in Bethesda, Maryland, Pi grew up in Waterford, Connecticut, and later built her life and family in Clinton, where she raised her two sons, Justin and Ben, who remained the pride and joy of her world.

In 1969, Pi married Jeffrey Kulo, a charismatic New London native. Together, they raised their boys until their divorce seven years later, and despite the separation, they remained close throughout the years, committed partners in the lifelong work of raising their children. Their enduring friendship and shared love for Justin and Ben were constants in all of their lives.

Pi spent much of her professional life in medical sales, but her greatest calling —and her greatest joy — was motherhood. She poured extraordinary energy, devotion, and love into raising her boys, shaping their lives with her warmth, humor, strength, and unmistakable free spiritedness. She gave Justin and Ben more independence than most parents ever would, and in doing so, taught them responsibility, confidence, and the courage to forge their own paths.

Pi is also remembered with appreciation for the extended family who helped raise her sons, including Susan Kulo, whose support and partnership as a co-parent played a meaningful role in Justin and Ben’s lives.

Pi had a rare gift for creating a sense of home — not just for her own children, but for an entire community of kids. Pi’s home was the gathering place for Justin and Ben’s friends, a lively, welcoming hub where everyone felt comfortable, cared for, and free to be themselves.

Her open-door warmth drew people in wherever she lived — Connecticut, Florida, or Arizona. She could strike up a conversation with anyone, turning chance encounters into lasting friendships. Among her many companions, Judy York stood apart as a soul whose spirit matched Pi’s own.

Music was woven deeply into Pi’s life and her bond with her children. She introduced Justin to reggae, giving him his very first album, “Confrontation” by Bob Marley. She drove 6 hours to bring Ben to his first David Bowie concert when he was 13. She attended hundreds of concerts with her children, extended family and friends.

Pi’s compassion, generosity, and vibrant spirit touched countless lives. Though her physical presence has left this world, the love, laughter, and brightness she shared remain — in her sons, her grandson, and everyone lucky enough to have known her.

She is survived by her sons, Justin Kulo and Benjamin Kulo; her grandson, Wyatt Kulo; her daughters-in-law, Erin Blank and Katya Nazaranko; and her former husband and lifelong friend, Jeffrey Kulo. She was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Cathrine Coxwell, and her sister, Delma Coxwell.

A Celebration of Sedona’s Life will be held at a later date, where friends and family will gather to honor her remarkable spirit with the laughter, warmth, and music she loved so dearly.

Rest in peace, dear Pi. Your light lives on in every life you brightened.