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James Kirchstein Obituary
March 28, 1931 - February 2, 2025
James Edward Kirchstein, 93, of Mt. Horeb, passed away on Feb. 2, 2025, at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg, WI.
Born March 28, 1931, in Madison, WI, Jim graduated from Sauk City High School (1949) and served as a U.S. Navy pilot in the Korean Conflict. He earned a BSEE from UWMadison and later worked as an electrical engineer for UW and the State of Wisconsin.
An entrepreneur and innovator, he founded Cuca Records and WVLR Radio. Passionate about flying, music, and family, he made every gathering special and embraced life with generosity, wit, and wisdom.
Jim is survived by seven children, eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, his sister, and extended family. Preceded in death by his parents, brother, son Daniel, and grandson Trevor.
A visitation will be held Feb. 17, 2025, from 12-2 p.m. at Hooverson Funeral Home, Sauk City, WI, with a service at 1 p.m.
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Cherie Miller
October 14, 2025
Hey Eva, I just saw this. I wanted to offer my condolences on the loss of your dad. I will let Alex know as well. You take care of yourself
Connie Reifsteck
February 16, 2025
I knew Jim for many years from when I worked at the State Historical Society. I was in charge of setting up our auditorium for speakers and special guests. Jim was instrumental in installing and teaching me how to use the new equipment. He was the sweetest and one of the niccest people I've ever worked with. Always willing to come help me set up for special speakers like Ginger Rogers or Cokie Rpberts. You will be missed.
Becky Loy
February 16, 2025
Lydia, I'm sorry for your loss.
Rod and Jo MacDonald
February 16, 2025
Our condolences to the Kirchstein family. Jim was a wonderful neighbor over the years. We enjoyed our brief chats at the mailboxes and seeing him show up at some of our 4th of July parties. Remembering how Jim would often plow our driveway after it snowed, possibly because in years gone by (before the highway was redone) people living up his driveway had to get a running start from our driveway if the conditions were slippery. Good neighbor, we miss seeing him.
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Connie (VonBehren) Harrison
February 14, 2025
Deepest sympathy to the Kirchstein family.I remember Frank and Helen well. Wonderful Family
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