Kuhn, Jack

Jack Kuhn, 80, of Fort Collins, Colo., passed away at home surrounded by family and friends, on Friday, June 7, 2013.

Jack was born June 5, 1933, in Des Moines, to John and Margaret Kuhn. He grew up in Des Moines with his sister, Donna; and his mom. He enlisted in the Navy, barely of age, and served four years including the Korean War. He later returned to Des Moines where he became the number one salesman for Kirby Vacuums. It was during that time that he met his bride, Betty (Greenland). They were married March 28, 1959, in Grand River, Iowa, they had four daughters. He then began selling insurance through Life Investors in Cedar Rapids and later started his own agency. Jack always loved Colorado and took his family on Colorado vacations several times a year. His dream was to live in the Rocky Mountains some day and in 1981 he made that dream come true.

You couldn't help but smile around Jack because he was the most caring, humble, giving and forgiving man. His love for Jesus was evident the minute you met him and he loved helping others. You would often find him sharing something new he discovered in the Bible. On most days you could catch him singing, dancing or whistling. He was always giving others words of motivation and often had Zig Ziglar quotes that he shared. He was an amazing son, brother, husband, father and grandpa. You will forever be in our hearts!

Jack was preceded in death by his father and mother, John and Margaret Kuhn; and his sister, Donna Myers.

He is survived by his wife, Betty; four daughters, Pam (Jeff) Westrom of Cedar Rapids, Debbie Kuhn of Fort Collins, Colo., Teri Wells of Salt Lake City, Utah and Cherie Kuhn of Fort Collins. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren who loved and adored him and will greatly miss him.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

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