Joseph R. Ulm

July 21, 1943 - January 19, 2022

Joseph R. Ulm, 78, of Rensselaer, Indiana, passed away on January 19, 2022 at the Rensselaer Care Center. Joe was born in Rensselaer, IN on July 21, 1943, the son of Marvin F. and Dixie (Salyers) Ulm. Joe graduated from Wheatfield High School with the class of 1962. He married his first wife, Connie Sue Phegley, and she preceded him in death. He later married Corina Coley and she survives. Joe was employed as a cabinet maker at Northway Products in Rensselaer for forty years. He also enjoyed his DJ music business, which he started in the 1970’s, where he coined his nickname, “Smokin’ Joe”. He was a past member of the Rensselaer Moose Lodge and the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2548. He had a great time meeting with friends at both lodges. Joe enjoyed spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends. Joe is survived by his wife, Corina; son, Rick Ulm of Cozumel, MX; grandchildren, Abigail Ulm and Devin Ulm; four great-grandchildren; siblings, James Ulm, Becky (Dave) Walter, and Tony Ulm, all of Rensselaer. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Connie, and brother, Michael Ulm. No services are planned at this time. Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer has been entrusted with the arrangements.