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JAMES KUHN Obituary

James H. Kuhn a resident of Lake Zurich since 1990 Memorial visitation for James H. Kuhn, 64, will be on Saturday, Oct. 30, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. at the Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home, 415 S. Buesching Road, Lake Zurich. Interment will be private. James was born in Newark, Ohio, the son of the late Joseph H. and Hallene Kuhn, and died on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, at the Hospice of Northeastern Illinois in Barrington. He was the beloved husband of Emily (Chin) Kuhn; loving father of Bailey and Taylor Kuhn; loving stepfather of Mark (Melanie) Polanski, Eric Polanski and Amy Berger; dear brother of Ernie (Phaythoune) Kuhn; and fond uncle of Christine (Jonathan) Kuhn-Patrick and Kimberly (Brian) Kuhn-Kaplan. Jim was a graduate of Ohio State University in 1969, and was an avid Buckeyes fan. He was employed by State Farm Insurance Company for 34 years, and was a member of the Hiawatha Sportsman Club of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan for many years, as he enjoyed golfing, fishing and other outdoor activities. He also loved to get away to the family cabin in Logan, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated for the Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010 or to the American Cancer Society. For information, 847-540-8871 or www.ahlgrimffs.com.

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Published by Daily Herald from Oct. 26 to Oct. 29, 2010.

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Don & Karen Hiller

November 1, 2010

Emily, We just heard about Jim's passing. We both want to let you know that you and your daughters are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim was an amazing man and you were lucky to find each other. Take care of yourself and your daughters.

Love,

Gail & Amy Drake

October 29, 2010

Emily, Bailey and Taylor,
We are very saddened by your loss. From cheerleading days and the times we saw him at church, Jim was always a very pleasant person. May God comfort you.

Mary Nickell

October 29, 2010

Dear Emily, Bailey and Taylor, we are sorry for your loss. Jim was a very caring person, and his love for his family was obvious. We will remember him fondly.

Dawn Vander Pas

October 28, 2010

Emily, Bailey,and Taylor- I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jim was an amazing person full of kindness, warmth, humor, and lived his life as a great role model. It is hard to find words to convey my sympathy. He will be missed greatly, and I will keep your family in my prayers. He was so proud of his family! Jim will always be remembered fondly.

October 28, 2010

Dear Emily, Taylor and Bailey, We were so sorry to learn that Jimmy had passed away. We all agree that although we didn't see him more than a few times, really, we remember him as warm and kind and thoughtful - a genuinely nice man. That's saying a lot about a person. Please know that our thoughts are with each of you during this very trying time. Sincerely, Dave Kuhn, Terry Kuhn, Jay Kuhn, and Tanny Kuhn Sharum

John Chantler

October 27, 2010

Emily,

I got the news yesterday and am so sorry. I have such great memories; Ann Marie and I skiing with you and Jim, golf, a great friendship and the one of my favorites, fishing on his old boat in Lake Erie. Jim taught me a great deal and was an awesome friend and boss. We had many good times. I will miss him and keep you in our prayers. God Bless.

October 27, 2010

Emily,
I was so sorry to hear about Jim. It's not easy to lose someone so dear. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to call. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.
Cindy and Ira

Benita Sharpe

October 27, 2010

Emily, you and your family have my deepest sympathies. I pray you find rest and comfort in God's everlasting arms. Jim's legacy will live on through you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Benita Sharpe

Karen Schaudt

October 27, 2010

Dear Emily, Bailey and Taylor,

I never see the ducks on Lake Zurich without recalling the girls telling me those funny little ones are "coots," which they had learned from Daddy. Jim lives on in small moments he shared with all of us. What a good and decent man, and role model for the girls. It is a gift to have had him as a friend.

Love to you all,
Karen Schaudt

Donna LaJeunesse and Family

October 27, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to all who loved Jim during this difficult time of transition. May his spirit live on through each of you and may you hold onto all the memories he gifted during his stay here on earth.

Brice Kibler

October 27, 2010

As a high school classmate of Jim, I have thought of him many times over the years. He was a very nice person. I have very funny memories of his visit to Bill and I at Miami University years ago. I am sure he leaves love and wonderful experiences with his friends and family. - Brice Kibler

Sherry McFadden

October 26, 2010

Emily, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you and the girls.

October 26, 2010

The world is less of a place without Jim in it. He was one the most kind and genuine people I have ever met. It was truly a privilege to work for him. He loved his family so much, and you all made him very proud. My sympathy to you all. Vikki Gustafson

Mark Polansky

October 26, 2010

Emily, Bailey and Taylor, I wish I had words that could take away your sadness. Jim was a great husband and a great father and his spirit and his memory will live forever in everyone who was blessed to know him. While we will always miss him, we can honor his memory by living our lives the way he lived his. My prayers are with you all.

October 26, 2010

Great memories with Jim. Friends for many years. Jim and I drove back and forth to OSU in the 60's. Very saddened by his passing. All the best to Emily,Bailey,and Taylor. Paul and Susan Robertson

October 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with Emily and her family.

Jim has finally found his well earned rest and will live on in the memories of all those whose lives he touched.

May God grant you the strength to move through this period of life and give you peace knowing that Jim is no longer suffering.

George and Carole Wurtzinger

Eric Polansky

October 26, 2010

Jim was truly a savior to my family. He was everything anyone could ever ask for in a father figure. He is the reason I am who I am today. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Eric Polansky

Ann Gaines

October 26, 2010

Emily,Bailey and Taylor,
Jim will be missed by us all and we only have good memories of him. I know there's not a day that goes by that you'll remember him and wish he were there beside you to share a thought with; in that way he lives on in your heart and mind.
Love you all,
Ann,Marc,Courtney and Drew Gaines

Diane Hampton

October 26, 2010

Jim was a mentor and great friend during the years I worked with him. It is a great loss and I extend my sympathy to Emily and his family. Diane Hampton (Boehnlein)

October 26, 2010

So sorry to hear of your loss. Havent seen Jim in years but used to really get a kick out of running into him at OSU games. Amazing how 'we' find each other in crowds that big. Also have a lot of fond memories of Jim from back in the 'Nerk' days.
Blessings to all,
Louis Massalas

Erica Ballard

October 26, 2010

Jim lived his life with such kindness and grace. I will miss him greatly. Love to the whole Kuhn family.

Sincerely,
Erica Ballard

October 26, 2010

We have so many wonderful memories with Jim at the Hiawatha Sportsman Club, he was a great friend and will be missed very much. We are keeping all of you in our prayers. God Bless,
Love, Terry & Sherry Drennan

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