Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
ALFRED KUHN Obituary
ALFRED "FRED"
STEVEN KUHN
Jan. 20, 1953 - Sept. 27, 2012
Alfred ("Fred") Steven Kuhn, age 59, of La Mesa, California, went to be with our Lord on September 27, 2012 in the privacy of his home surrounded by his wife, family and friends. He had a courageous five-year battle with cancer.
Fred was born in Brawley, California on January 20, 1953 into a Valley-pioneering family going back to 1916. His father is the late Walter Kuhn Sr., who as a land leveling contractor, helped develop Imperial Valley into one of the premier agricultural areas in the country. His mother is Wanda (Hickey) Kuhn, whose father helped build the All-American Canal in the early 1930s. Fred was the third of six children. He attended elementary school in Brawley, CA and graduated from Central Union High School in El Centro, CA in 1971. In his youth, Fred was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, both as a mechanic and accomplished off road motorcycle racer. His interest in the field of mechanics, combined with his knowledge of machines, contributed to his becoming an expert diesel and heavy equipment mechanic.
Fred is survived by his mother, Wanda Jean (Hickey) Kuhn; wife, Pam; daughter, Chelsea Kuhn; son, Landon Kuhn, Landon's wife Julie, and grandchildren Kyle, Carson, and Claire; former wife, Karen Jones; brothers, Walter Kuhn, Jr., and Bruce Kuhn; sisters, Jeanine Neighbors, Merry Haynes, and Trudy Preuss; and numerous other uncles, aunts and cousins living both in Imperial Valley and elsewhere.
A memorial service is planned for later in the year.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for ALFRED KUHN
Debbie Rollins
October 20, 2012
No guy on this earth quite like our Fred, you will be missed more than you will ever know. You are still in our hearts and will always be. Miss you
Debbie Rollins
October 17, 2012
I love you Fred. You left us way too soon. We will all miss you and your wit and humor. Big brother Walter
October 15, 2012
Bruce and the Family,
I grew up knowing Fred as my brother. He could always make a bad time good. I hadn't seen him in a few years but i know that he is runnin amuck upstairs with my brother, and as usual fixin what jimmy tears up.
Irene "McDowell" Brinkman
October 15, 2012
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. It's been a long time, but you never forget a "Kuhn"
Aida Gates
October 15, 2012
Bruce, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Your brother and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark Moore
October 13, 2012
I do not have the words,its like i have lost another brother,Fred always made me laugh,he will be missed by so many,
October 12, 2012
I will miss you, I'm so glad we had our time together.
Glenda Gentry
October 12, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was a wonderful person and would always have a big smile on his face when I would run into him. I will remember him always as a kind soul. My prayers are with his family.
Kathy Morrison
October 12, 2012
My heart is heavy with grief on learning the news of Fred's passing. Last time I saw him was in 1973. I have many fond memories of Fred. My prayers go out to his families.
Jimmy and Roberta Moses
October 11, 2012
Bruce, Walter and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 11, 2012
Walt/Bruce, so sorry to hear about Fred, I'll always remember him as a great mechanic that could fix anything because he could be so creative, funny with great sense of humor and one of the guys that you could count on. My thoughts and prayers to the entire family...Pat Stafford
October 9, 2012
My condolences to the entire "Kuhn Family". Fred was a good person who would do anything for you.
I have known Fred for 42 years and have many good memories of times we spent together, riding bikes in the Desert, going to San Diego, and to Mexico. Fred and I also liked to talk about the time "we all" spent working together in Saudi Arabia.
I will miss you, and treasure always your friendship and the goodtimes.
Sincerly,
Your Friend,
Raul Redona, New Mexico
Larry & Georgia LIbsack
October 9, 2012
Bruce and Chandra, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Edie and Bob Sellars
October 9, 2012
Dear Wanda, Jeanine, Walter and Family, We are so sorry about the loss of your loved one, Fred. May fond memories and close family and friends bring you comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you, and spending big hugs.
Tracy Marcum West
October 8, 2012
Fred was one of the funniest guys I knew. He could always make you laugh. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Kelly Cobs
October 8, 2012
Mrs. Kuhn & Family
My prayers and condolences with you during this time.
Barbara Trask - Ellis
October 8, 2012
Our sincere condolences to the Kuhn Family. From the Trask Family. He was and is a great guy.
October 7, 2012
We will miss Fred with his big smile and funny stories. He was a great guy with a big heart and like a second dad to my brother Steve. Our thoughts are with all of Fred's family at this sad time.
The Haskell Family
Norma Sierra Galindo
October 7, 2012
Bruce:
May the strength and support of your faithful family and friends give you the courage to deal with this loss. We cannot justify death, but we are forced to accept it—painful as it is. Fred left a legacy that will not be surpassed; and as long as he is remembered, he will remain with us.
Respectfully,
Norma Sierra Galindo
Lois Ashley
October 7, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Bruce.
Barbara Fusi
October 7, 2012
Sorry about your brother, Bruce.
October 7, 2012
Have great and funny memories of Fred.He could always make you smile.We will love and miss you Fred.Donna & Dean Gilmore
Emma Jones
October 7, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to the Kuhn family!
Mark Sigmon
October 7, 2012
We remember Fred back in the day when he worked at Bob Hill's Honda Shop, we worked at Jim Brown's Kawasaki shop next door. I think he was the only real mechanic they had at the time.... We have great memories of Fred and I testing motorcycles and having fun on the bikes in the alley between the shops..... Fred was a accomplished racer and even better mechanic..... Godspeed Fred, you are a true local legend that we will always remember....
Arlene Ochoa-Ledesma
October 7, 2012
My sincere condolenses to the Kuhn Family.
Mike Emerson
October 7, 2012
My condolences and prayers to the Kuhn family at this difficult time. He was a great guy.
October 7, 2012
So sorry to see you leave. So many memories. Prayers to Karen, Chelsea and Landon
Showing 1 - 27 of 27 results
Make a Donation
in ALFRED KUHN's name
Memorial Events
for ALFRED KUHN
How to support ALFRED's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor ALFRED KUHN's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
