Richard C Kuhn
May 24, 2022
Richard “Dick” Cletus Kuhn, age 98, died Tuesday, May 24, 2022 in Gainesville, Florida.
He was born and raised in Erie, PA. He graduated from Cornell University with a degree in civil engineering and was a member of the track team, once competing at Madison Square Garden. After serving in the Navy during WWII, he lived and worked in Pennsylvania and Ohio, eventually co-founding Columbus-based construction company, MP Dory. Richard enjoyed spending time with family and friends in Erie, Ohio, Florida, New Hampshire and Vermont. He also loved to play tennis, golf and card games, and went dancing nearly every night during his retirement.
He was a loving husband to Doris (Heinlein) Kuhn (deceased) for 69 years and cherished father to six children including Carol (Paul) Cotter, Marilyn (Dave) Oblak, James Kuhn (deceased), Jeffery (Becky) Kuhn, John (Julie Martin) Kuhn, and Thomas (Jennifer) Kuhn. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren, sisters Dorothy, Kathleen and Pat and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Salvation Army at www.salvationarmyusa.org
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Dick was always such an inspiration to all of us at the Tierra tennis group. We were amazed how he kept dancing all night long at the Christmas partys. I am so sorry to think that he’s gone now but since he’s a believer he’s only starting the best part!
I am so sorry for your loss. Richard was the kindest, sweetest, gentlest, most humble man I ever knew. He loved his family and friends dearly. He loved the Lord and was a faithful servant. His zest for life was amazing, he enjoyed dancing more than anything, I was proud to be a friend and share part of his life, we shared a lot of good times together, cooking and eating together, going to the park and watching the ducks, going swimming at the community pool, dancing at Forever Young, McCalls, Moose Lodge, all 3 villages squares, and much more. He will be missed greatly.
I have very fond memories, of Dick, at family gatherings. A kind gentle soul, who dearly loved his whole family. His faith, was strong, and no doubt, he is in a lovely place, with our Dear Lord. Peace my friend, and comfort to All of Dicks Loved Ones💖💕💖
Condolences to the Kuhn family on Uncle Dick's passing. Although today time and miles separate us, I hold fond memories of Uncle Dick & Aunt Doris through the years at Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and other family gatherings. I am touched and amazed in viewing photographs of your family on Facebook, and it is obvious the amount of tenderness and love you all have for each other. I am glad to see Uncle Dick was dancing all the time. May you find peace and blessings in this moment, and I am hoping to be able to visit with my cousins in the coming years as well.
We had the pleasure of meeting Dick almost ten years ago when we began seasoning in The Villages and playing tennis at the Tierra del Sol courts. We knew him as a gentle man both on and off the courts. Lyn fondly recalls how his eyes twinkled when he’d send a ball just over the net for a winner and soon after he’d let out a little chuckle as if to say ‘I still have it!’ We will miss his presence.
We played tennis with Dick many times at Tierra Del Sol tennis courts. He was such a lovely man. I would see him frequently in the town Square of Spanish Springs and we often danced! He had more stamina than me and I am 25 years younger! I remember standing next to him dancing to Scooter the DJ. I would last about half an hour but Dick would carry-on! We send our condolences to all the family and we will surely miss him!
I very much enjoyed seeing and visiting with Dick winters in The Villages on the tennis courts and at McCalls and the town squares. Even at 98 he was still a ladies man. He was a wonderful guy and I will miss him very much
enjoyed tennis with Dick.
Richard, You are so missed & loved, forever in our 🥰, Till we meet again, Love You Gary & Dori
I will always remember Dick with his big smile and his zest for life. He lived life to the fullest! His love for dancing and tennis kept him youthful! He loved his family and friends. He is going to be forever missed by all who knew him, especially his friends on Rainbow Court! I am so proud to have called him a friend and my Dad’s best friend. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Dick set a fine example for all of us. He enjoyed life to the fullest, dancing at the square, playing tennis and giving those warm hugs. He loved his family dearly and they him, we especially enjoyed seeing the grandchildren come as young adults to spend a visit with Grandad, their visits expressed a lot of their close bond with Dick. He had a great smile, we have been blessed to know Dick & Doris, we treasure the memories we have as part of the Circle Crew. God Bless you all in this time of loss, your memories will be a comfort in the days ahead. Fondly, Deb & Don
We had so many memories and fun times over the years. I am grateful for our close.bonds and his long healthy active life. Just a few days ago he was enjoying dancing at the Village Square
God bless him
We had so many memories and fun times over the past many years. I am so grateful for our close bond and his long , healthy and active life. Just a few days ago he was enjoying his dancing at the village square.
I will miss him more than I can express here.
Condolences to the entire Kuhn family. I will always have fond memories with Uncle Dick and Aunt Doris celebrating Memorial day at The cottage in Apple Valley. So many family members all crowded into the A frame. He always made sure the entire crew went to mass on Saturday evening. It must have been an impressive sight to see the caravan of cars roll into the parking lot. Great family memories! Thank you.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Dick was an inspiration to us all. He was kind, considerate and thoughtful to everyone he met. He will be missed!
Condolences to the entire Kuhn family. I will always have fond memories with Uncle Dick and Aunt Doris celebrating Memorial day at The cottage in Apple Valley. So many family members all crowded into the A frame. He always made sure the entire crew went to mass on Saturday evening. It must have been an impressive sight to see the caravan of cars roll into the parking lot. Great family memories! Thank you.