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1935
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2011
Carmen Kuehler Obituary
Born in 1935 in Los Angeles, CA, Carmen attended college in California and Connecticut, completing certificates in both teaching and interior design. She practiced both of these careers in the U.S. Army, in her community, and for family and friends.
Carmen married the love of her life in 1955 (Jack Kuehler) and they lived throughout the United States. Carmen enjoyed socializing, renovating homes, gardens and people. Her love of life and religious faith energized everyone around her. She will be remembered for her generous spirit. She was actively involved in community service her entire life from programs to improve literacy, serving on the board of a homeless shelter, building wells and schools in Africa, establishing computer centers in schools, and helping in soup kitchens around the country. She founded the Kuehler Family Foundation in 2009.
She is survived by her five children (Michael, David, Christy, Danny and Cyndi); twelve grandchildren (Emily, David, Kevin, Danielle, Carlynn, Anna, Mary Margaret, Bronwyn, Michael, Nick, Riley and Jimmy); one great-grandchild (Elin); five daughter and son-in-laws (Karen, Maureen, Randee, Robert and Alan); five of her nine siblings; many wonderful friends ,and one loyal labradoodle (Charley).
Memorial gifts may be made to the Kuehler Family Foundation, PO Box 811, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067. The Foundation is administered through the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation – therefore checks should be written to the "Rancho Santa Fe Foundation" and earmarked for the Kuehler Family Foundation.
A Memorial Mass will be held at the Church of the Nativity, 6309 El Apajo Rd., Rancho Santa Fe, Monday April 11th at 11 am.
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Magdalena Garcia
April 11, 2011
I had the opportunity to spend the last couple months of Mrs. Carmen's life with her. She touched my heart and life in such a tremendous way. Her children are blessed to have had such an extordinary woman as their mother. She will be missed. I will never forget all the memories.
April 11, 2011
I worked for carmen for a few months which is not long but i do know that she was a woman of many hats. Based off the conversations we had I know she touched alot of lives including mines. She was a beautiful woman with a heart of gold. Although she's gone she's not forgotten and I will always remember her. She went with her unfailing faith and there is no better way to go." Tamika Underwood (Oceanside, CA)
Merryl & Terry Mulroney
April 8, 2011
We know your mom has left her caring and creative footprints in many corners of the world. We hope your memories bring you comfort, smiles, and inspiration.
Love and kindest thoughts,Cyndi, to you and the family,
Maureen Gangnath
April 6, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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