The divine liturgy was performed Jan. 18 at St. Mary Bzyantine Church, Jersey City, for James J. Kaulker, 96. He passed away Jan. 11 after a long illness. Born in Perth Amboy, James was a lifelong resident of Jersey City. Veteran of the U.S. Army, he served in World War II. He was an owner/operator of a Central Avenue bus in Jersey City for many years. He was predeceased by his wife of 65 years, the late Anne Kaulker. Surviving are many friends and cousins. Services arranged by the McLaughlin Funeral Home, Jersey City.