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Edward J. Kuehner, 92, of Corning, N.Y., passed away Monday, Oct. 1, 2018, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born on Sept. 26, 1926, in Scranton, the son of the late William and Anna (Merkel) Kuehner. He married Sue A. Senkulics on Aug. 13, 1949, at St. Mary's Church in Corning. She predeceased him on April 2, 2006.
Edward retired from Corning Glass Works in 1983 following 37 years of service, and he was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving in the Pacific theater during WWII. He made many friends while walking at the mall, dining at Bob Evans and the Central, and he liked wintergreen Life Savers. Edward was a member of the Knights of Columbus, life member of the Campbell American Legion and Corning VFW.
He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Elmer and Fredaann "Freddie" Kuehner, of Campbell; Richard and Jeanette Kuehner of Horseheads; and daughter-in-law, Deborah Kuehner, of Corning; grandchildren, Ashley, of Campbell; Zachary, of Corning; Shawn (Tory), of Wilmington, N.C., Nicole; of Corning, Christopher, of Horseheads; Joseph (Michelle), of Nashville, Tenn.; Elizabeth, of Greenville, S.C.; Stephanie, of Corning; and Amber. of Horseheads; seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Edward was also predeceased by his infant son, Edward, and son, Thomas Kuehner, seven brothers and two sisters.
Arrangements by Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 17 W. Pulteney St., Corning, N.Y.
Edward's Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday at St. Joseph's Church, 8508 Main St., Campbell. Burial and military honors, St. Mary's Cemetery in Corning.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations to "So Others Might Eat" at www.some.org or the Potter's Hands Foundation at www.thepottershandsfoundation.org.
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I remember Ed coming in to Fastrac all alone Didn't know if he had family came in bought paper and out the door he went I finally got to know him (as my Mother use to say if you see someone that could use a friend open your heart and let him in) I did I got to know him very well He does have a wonderful family I'm sure I met a lot of them He does have a family and a loving one at that !! I will miss you very much as our names for each other FRED he called me SALLY as he couldn't remember my name so FRED till we meet again just look for a name Sally to meet you at the gate Oh and my Mother is there she would love to meet you her name is Sharon! you will be missed you are a great person. till we meet again Dori
Dori Allington
October 16, 2018
Offering my condolences. As you remember your love one, may Almighty God and your treasured memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure. (Psalm 147:3)
October 7, 2018
To My Favorite Uncle..
Uncle Ed...love you and miss you...rest in peace!!
Love,
Your niece,
Mary-Anne S. Wainwright
Albion, Michigan
October 4, 2018
To the Kuehner Family...
To Elmer and Richard...I only read Uncle Ed's obituary today online and send my heartfelt condolences to you all!! He was my favorite uncle..we had many long talks when my father was in Sayre Hospital!! I always loved receiving Christmas cards from him...he'd always sign them,"Love, Uncle Eddie!!" I shall miss him!!!
Love,
Your cousin,
Mary-Anne (Senkulics) Wainwright
Albion, Michigan
October 4, 2018
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