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Marie Kuhnla Obituary

KUHNLA - Marie (nee Chetuck) passed away unexpectedly on October 16, 2018 at the age of 62. Marie will be remembered by her loving husband Richard D., her son Richard L., her siblings Leon, Peter, Philip, and Claire, and by her mother Claire and the late Leon Chetuck, Sr., as well as anyone who had the pleasure of getting to know her. Graduate of Marquette Law School, and spent many years as a family court public defender at the Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County, ensuring that quality legal representation was available to those who could not otherwise afford it. She treated every one of her clients with respect and worked tirelessly on their behalf. Marie was a loving family member who had a lasting impact on her friends and family. She lifted up those around her and showed by example that it was possible to both have a meaningful professional career and be a wonderful mother and wife. She made many sacrifices to provide a great life for her family, and for that they will forever be grateful. Family will receive friends Friday, 2-5PM and 7-9PM, at The Charles O'Shea Funeral Home, 603 Wantagh Ave (Exit 28N SS PKWY) Wantagh, NY, 11793. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, 10:45AM, at St. Frances de Chantal R.C. Church in Wantagh. osheafuneral.com

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Published by Newsday on Nov. 21, 2018.

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November 26, 2018

We were walking from Rushmore's front to the playground,maybe 1966-67.Marie was in my class.
The gals had been called to a'special' talk in the auditorium and of course all the fellows wondered why. As we walked, one gal walking next to Marie started to speak about the meeting the day before, perhaps not realizing I(a guy) was trailing.Marie spoke up from what I recall was a usually quiet repose,"your not suppose to talk about that." Even then, I guess, her vocation as Mom and counselor was in evolution!Hope your all well, God Bless Marie and all.

Heather James

November 21, 2018

Marie loved the Packers. She was a true Cheesehead! She always gave her all to everyone and everything. I will never forget how excited she was that she was going to visit her son in San Diego.

Marie will always be a part of the Suffolk County Family Court. Marie gave her all every day, and did her best for every client. One of her clients wrote to say that when he heard the news, he cried. He said it was not something an inmate typically does in the presence of others. Marie is and always will be a shining example of that to which we all hope to aspire.

We will miss you Marie. The world is less without you. We may only hope to live up to the legacy you have left.

Sweet Dreams. Love Always, Heather and Tyler

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