Robert (Bob) Kuhl, 65 of Chicago Illinois passed away on June 29, 2016. He was born December 6, 1950 to Mary and Paul Kuhl. He is survived by his mother Mary, son Robert N Kuhl (Bobby) wife JoAnne, brothers Paul (Belinda), Rick (Terri), Rod (Joanne), uncle Byron, uncle Sam, aunt Delores and several cousins, nieces , nephews and lots and lots of long time friends. He loved spending time with his four dogs, geo- caching, riding motorcycles and shooting with all his gun buddies. He loved working at Hospice of the Valley. To know Bob was to love him, he will always be in our hearts. Services Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 10:00 am at Hansen Desert Hills Chapel, 6500 East Bell Road Scottsdale, AZ 85254.
Tributes
Frank Wheeler wrote on Aug 9, 2016:
"Bob, you were truly one of a kind. That's what I thought when I first went to work for Kuhl's and was assigned to your job way back in 83. I'm proud to have known you and been your friend all these years. It was always entertaining and never boring to say the least. I'm sure if you're reading this, you're thinking about how you'd have said it much differently (and better). That's why we loved you. Rest in peace, brother. Say Hi to your Pop for me. Hope you guys have a nice project going already. You won't be forgotten."
Lorraine McLean RN wrote on Jul 14, 2016:
"It was a privilege to care for our lovely Robert and I will hold him and all of you in my prayers."
Kelly Reber wrote on Jul 13, 2016:
"My heartfelt condolences to Bob's family. I didn't know Bob for long but his kindness was so quickly apparent. As a co-worker of Bob's at Hospice of the Valley, I will never forget how he came to help with event setup this year (as he had done so many years) but this time he was weak from his illness and not at all expected to help. I was so humbled when Bob walked in the room, what a heart of gold."
Diana and Rod LeDrew wrote on Jul 13, 2016:
"My heart and love goes out to family and friends. Bob was a wonderful person, we feel blessed for having him in our lives, I have wonderful memories of times we spend together as family and friends. He will be missed but lives forever in the hearts of all he loved and loved him."
richard miller wrote on Jul 12, 2016:
"Bob was one of the few people I have ever met that trully deserves all the good that is described of them after they have passed. He was always a confident person without being arrogant towards anyone. I couldn"t be more thankful for the chance to have known him and the friends that he considered close to him. It seems almost normal to hear how good a person was after they have passed even though it is common knowledge that it is not true. No body can say that about Bob, he was the best of the best and the fact that I was able to learn from him for the past 20 years only make me wish I would have met him earlier. I know that many will miss him for everything he did but I will miss him for who he was....even in his passing he showed us strenght.Thanks for everything you have showed me....I only hope to be as strong a person as you have been."
Barbara Cox wrote on Jul 12, 2016:
"Bob I will miss you very much,you were always there for me. And thank you making my sister JoAnne so happy. Thank for all the good memories.
Love B"
Doc & Mary K Smith wrote on Jul 10, 2016:
"We enjoyed getting to know Bob, especially at our family gatherings for Sunday Funday meal together over the past few years. Bob will be missed by all his family and friends.."
Rick and Terrie Kuhl wrote on Jul 10, 2016:
"My brother, how do we begin to express what we feel right now? How do we describe the tremendous loss we are experiencing? We have some great memories as kids, adults, and many more shared on the job. You were a great mentor and friend to our boys and the best uncle they could have ever asked for. We will certainly treasure all our time together and will look forward to being together again someday. You were so very loved and will be missed more than we can express. As our hearts cry they also rejoice knowing you are resting now with our heavenly father, dancing with the angels and looking down on us with dad by your side. We will be together again Bullwinkle. Love you, Rocky. Rick, Terrie, and family."
Becky Warsaw wrote on Jul 10, 2016:
"I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear of Bob's passing. I will always remember the fun times we shared when I visited there years ago. Hanging out with Bob was to expect the unexpected and knowing you are about to have the time of your life. I still remember the occasion we "borrowed" Uncle Paul's boat and he patiently took on the task of trying to teach me to water ski. Bob was a special cousin, a friend, a "big brother", a class act. He will be forever missed. My deepest sympathy to Mary, Paul Jr., Rick, Rod, and the entire Kuhl family.
Love, Cousin Becky and Aaron"
Jan Duggleby wrote on Jul 10, 2016:
"Bob was a great guy who knew how to fix (and build) anything. When I first moved to Phoenix, Bob helped me when I got into jams?broken sprinkler system, jammed car trunk lid, etc. He had a knack for figuring things out and always came up with a solution. Bob had a cheery personality and was quick with a smile and laughter. I have wonderful memories of us playing cards, waterskiing and parasailing, vacationing in the Bahamas and Las Vegas, and sitting around numerous campfires. It?s a privilege to have known him for over 45 years. He will be missed."
Jeanette Hellyer wrote on Jul 9, 2016:
"I am deeply saddened by the the news
Of Bob's passing. I have known Bob for as long as he has been with HOV . I work in one of the PCU's he would do maintenance . We had many conversations about riding motorcycles as my husband and I ride too. Bob was one of the most kindest people I have ever met, I really appreciated all his knowledge and tips he gave me so I could keep things working in our building, as the guys were so busy ! I will miss seeing and talking to him.
I am so glad that I got to know him even if it was a short time.
May god bless you all . Jeanette H"
Kimberly Kuhl wrote on Jul 9, 2016:
"To know my Uncle Bob was truly to love him! Words can not fully express the pain and loss our family and Bob's friends are feeling. He will live in our hearts and our memories forever. We will always miss you Uncle Bob! Xoxo"
Anne wrote on Jul 9, 2016:
""It is not how long a man lives, but how deep that life is. In your pain & sorrow remember that he was a great man." ~ Unknown
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Love Anne Kaiser
xoxo"
Doris J. Butler Simonetti wrote on Jul 9, 2016:
"I'm Sorry I Forgot To Sign My Name On #5 Love Doris J. Butler Simonetti "Friend""
janice monahan wrote on Jul 9, 2016:
"MY HEART FELT CONDOLENE TO THE WHOLE KUHL FAMAILY AND DEAR FRIENDS!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WILL TRULY MISS MY FRIEND . BLESS U JOANNE AND FAMILY. JANICE"
Annette Pope wrote on Jul 8, 2016:
"There simply are no words to express the pain and loss that everyone is feeling. You truly will be missed Uncle Bob.
Revelation 21:4
Annette"
Rod Kuhl wrote on Jul 7, 2016:
"We will always remember the wonderful times we had, playing poker, riding in the woods and finding geocaches. Nothing will ever be the same without you. MIss you brother!!
Love, Rod, Joanne and Jason (whose your favorite nephew?)"
Doris Jean Butler Simonetti wrote on Jul 7, 2016:
"Bob Khul A true friend is hard to come by its a once in a lifetime friendship,.My prayers & Thoughts go out to all of Bobs friends and family.All we have now are our memories.of our loved one.Bob will now fly with the Angels,he's watching over us now from the heavens up above.Bob will always be in our Hearts never far away from all of us.We will all rejoice when we cross the rainbow bridge,into the heavens where Bob is now.I pray for Bobs family and friends to find comfort in knowing he is in a better place..Bob was a wonderful friend to someone i know.I never got the chance to meet Bob,Rest in Peace, Bob you have touched so many lives.and been loved by many ,you will be missed dearly..."
Kaetra wrote on Jul 6, 2016:
"An amazing son, brother, husband, friend and uncle RIP Uncle Bob we miss miss you .
Kaetra"
Ryan Kuhl wrote on Jul 6, 2016:
"I'll miss shooting guns and the breeze with you Uncle Bob."
Carol Duggleby wrote on Jul 6, 2016:
"Bob was a true friend whose strength instilled confidence. Bob called a spade a spade, but still accepted me and my "looney " theories. I appreciate all the time we enjoyed together and miss you. I know Bob is building a special mansion in heaven with my name on it.
Bob will be in my heart always.
Carol Duggleby"
cheryl wrote on Jul 6, 2016:
"We are so saddened to hear about Bob. You and his family are in our prayers. Love you alway, Cousin Cheryl and Bill"