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Matthew Kuhns Obituary

MULKEYTOWN -- Matthew Wayne Kuhns, 18, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2012, in Franklin Hospital emergency room in Benton.

Matthew was born April 19, 1994, in rural Mulkeytown, the son of Eldon and Ruth (Miller) Kuhns.

Matthew was employed at Veggie Boy Produce.

He is survived by his parents Eldon and Ruth Kuhns of Mulkeytown; brothers and sisters, Jonathan Kuhns at home, Douglas Kuhns at home, Carl Kuhns and wife, Gladys of Du Quoin, Jason Kuhns at home, Arvilla Kuhns at home and Barbara Kuhns at home; grandparents, Abe and Dorothy Kuhns of Arthur; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and well-loved friends.

Matthew was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jonathan and Annie Miller

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, in Ewing Mennonite Church in Ewing. Burial will be in Ewing Mennonite Church Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. today and from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

Morton and Johnston Funeral Home in Benton is in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Southern Illinoisan on May 29, 2012.

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May 31, 2012

I always loved buying produce from him and joking with him at the weekly farmer's market at Washington University. He always brought a smile to my face. I'm am so sorry for your loss, he will be missed.

Andy & Anna Miller

May 30, 2012

Eldon and Ruth: Anna and I are so sad to hear about your son Matthew. We never know when God will call one of our loved ones home. When God called our Anthony home the verse that meant the most to us was. 2 Samuel 12:23 But now that he is dead, why should I fast? Can I bring him back again? I will go to him, but he will not return to me."
It is so wonderful knowing we shall see them again!
God Bless you in this time of Sorrow!

May 29, 2012

my heart goes out to Matthew' family. God be with you,s a stranger

Gerry Welch

May 29, 2012

Matt was a large part of our Farmers Market family - always helpful, always smiling. I am so sorry for your huge loss. We will keep him and you in our thoughts and prayers.
Gerry Welch
Mayor, Webster Groves

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