Daniel J. Kuhn

1948 - 2022

Daniel J. Kuhn born August 28, 1948, completed his earthly journey on July 27, 2022, passing suddenly. Dan is survived by his siblings John (Liz) Kuhn, Cathy Rupert and Richard (Mary) Kuhn. Dan was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Shirley Kuhn and his brother Stephen Kuhn. Dan was raised in Naperville, IL on the family farm which was later turned into a riding stable. Dan attended SS Peter and Paul grade school; and graduated from Naperville Community High School. Dan studied English and obtained his master's degree in teaching. Dan performed as an actor first as child at the Boulder Hill Playhouse in Aurora IL. Dan later performed in community theatre productions in theatres throughout the western suburbs including Naperville's Summer Place. Dan taught English and Theater at Lockport Central high school for 35 years. After retirement Dan tutored disadvantaged students in preparing for the ACT and volunteered to substitute teach at Rickover Naval Academy in Chicago IL. Dan helped many less fortunate inner-city individuals in several aspects such as how to play bridge and ways to improve their lives. In addition to bridge, Dan enjoyed politics, tap dancing and attending Sunday mass at St Gertrude Catholic Church. Dan's greatest passion however was his family, and he adored his nine nieces and nephews and 6 great nieces and nephew. Dan's favorite Psalm that he recited each morning is 90:14 provides "...Fill us at daybreak with your kindness, that we may shout for joy and gladness all our days." Services are private. For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Dan's life, memorial donations may be directed to St. Gertrude Catholic Church 1420 W. Granville Ave. Chicago, IL 60660 c/o Fr Rich would be welcome. Arrangements entrusted to Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville, IL 60540. For more information, please call 630-355-0213 or www.friedrich-jones.com