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John Kuebler Obituary
Mr. Kuebler was born on May 2, 1948 in Lackawanna, NY and was a son of the late Francis Patrick and Doris (Culligan) Kuebler. He was a graduate of Frontier Central High School and Reformed Theological Seminary. Mr. Kuebler earned a Master's Degree in Divinity, and a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. John was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Harrisonburg. He served as an Associate Pastor in three churches for 26 years. Mr. Kuebler founded three biblical counseling centers, the latest as Founder and Director of Journey Counseling Ministry in Harrisonburg. He also worked as a Police Officer for 15 years. John served in the United States Army National Guard from 1970-1977. John loved watching the Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes football teams. He enjoyed reading, studying the Bible, and was able to incorporate many of the scriptures into his counseling. His passion was mentoring and nurturing men to be strong husbands and leaders. He was also a member of the Presbyterian Church of America, Blue Ridge Presbytery, The American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, and the American Association of Christian Counselors.
On August 13, 1971, he married the former Mary Elizabeth Shreenan, who survives.
In addition to his wife, Mr. Kuebler is survived by his children, Lawrence F. Kuebler (Jamie), Scott J. Kuebler (Monica); siblings, William E. Kuebler (Terry), Kathryn Mary Devinney (Lawrence), Patricia F. DeBerardinis (David); and his grandchildren, Whitney L. Kuebler, Shelby F. Kuebler, Ryann E. Kuebler, Sophia J. Kuebler.
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday August 12, 2023 at 3 p.m. at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 546 West Mosby Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, with Rev Michael Sharrett officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
The service will be livestreamed by visiting https://www.cov-pres.org/sunday-materials/
The family is grateful for the loving care and support of First Choice Hospice and Care Advantage.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests all memorial contributions be made to Journey Counseling Ministries, 250 E. Elizabeth St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802; or to Covenant Presbyterian Church, C/O Missions Fund, 32 Southgate Court, Suite 101, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Condolences may be shared at kygers.com.
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Mark Conner
August 13, 2023
John was a wonderful man. We were married by him at Trinity in Charlottesville. Much love and prayers for the family. Mark and Michelle Conner
Ronald Rocca
August 5, 2023
I´m very sorry to hear of John´s passing. I took Stephen Ministry training under him at Trinity Presbyterian Church. He was an excellent instructor. Condolences to his family.
Karen Dowell (Morris)
August 3, 2023
John was such a priceless gem to me when he was in Charlottesville. I visited him in Harrisonburg, as well. He was a strong leader with devotion to God´s word and how to live that out in the troubled world around us. He will be deeply missed by all that knew him!
Karen Dowell
(Prev. Karen Morris)
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