Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Robert Kuhn Obituary
Robert Charles Kuhn
ROUND LAKE, IL - Robert Charles Kuhn, age 94, of Round Lake, IL passed away on January 9th 2020 at Generations Oakton Pavilion in Des Plaines, IL.
He was born in Gary, Indiana on November 22, 1925 to the late Albert Kuhn and Johanna Martha (Laderer) Kuhn. He grew up in Gary, IN and graduated from Tolleston High School. When he completed high school, he served in the United States Navy in WW2 and served as a Pharmacists Mate Third Class. After his service to our country, he attended Valparaiso University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He worked as a Benefits Supervisor at US Steel in Gary Indiana until his retirement in 1984. He loved his family more than anything. His happiest moments were preparing Sunday dinners for his family and spending time with his collies. He loved his German heritage and working with genealogy to trace his family origins in southern Germany. He loved visiting Germany as often as he could to visit friends and family. He was a treasured friend and always wanted to help others.Robert was preceded in death by his wife Vera (Lenburg) Kuhn, his twin sons Michael Kuhn and Thomas Kuhn, great granddaughter Zoe Daege and grandson in law Kevin Vawter.
He is survived by his sisters Shirley Kuhn and Joan Johnston, his daughters Kathy Daege (Terry Daege), Mary Kuhn (Theresa Castino), his grandchildren Mikell Vawter, Erin Daege and Jason Daege and his great grand children Jazmynne Vawter, Cheyenne Daege and Riley Vawter and many cousins nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held graveside on April 4, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at McCool Cemetery with a luncheon following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to the Leukemia Research Foundation, 191 Waukegan Road, Ste 105, Northfield, IL 60093, or online at allbloodcancers.org.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Kuhn
1 Entry
Mary Kuhn
February 13, 2020
Dad. I miss you so much. Ozzie is doing great with us..we love him so. Going to try to go to Colorado in June to make sure you are with Uncle Bill..may take Ozzie on a long road trip with his favorite person.
Think of you every day...love you forever..
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Robert Kuhn's name
Memorial Events
for Robert Kuhn
How to support Robert'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 Robert 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
