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Terrence Kuh Obituary

Kuh, Terrence T.

Terrence T. Kuh, age 77, a resident of Plainfield, IL and a former longtime resident of Naperville, IL, passed away July 11, 2025. He was born on January 6, 1948 in Chicago. Terry is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Suzanne (nee Mathys); his loving children, Dan Kuh of Chicago and Erin Kesic of North Aurora, IL; his cherished grand-daughter, Sara Kesic; his sister, Donna (Tod) Shafer; his sister-in-law, Jo Anne (Jerry) Rasinski, and brother-in-law, Jack (Patsy) Mathys; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Alice Kuh. Terry grew up on the Southside of Chicago and graduated from Lindblom High School. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. Terry was honorably discharged and awarded the Purple Heart. He was a member and Past Commander of American Legion Post #769, Chicago. He was involved in youth sports for nearly his entire life and coached every sport except hockey. Terry was an avid golfer and fisherman. He loved music and was an exceptional dancer. He was proud of his 41-year career as an electrician at the Palmer House Hotel and was a longtime member of the IBEW Local #134, Chicago. Terry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and coach, who will be deeply missed. For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Terry's life, memorial donations may be directed to The Parkinson's Foundation or Wounded Warrior Project. Visitation will be Thursday, July 17, 3:00-8:00 PM at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Plainfield. A prayer service and military honors will be held at 6:00 PM. A private interment will be at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. For information please call 815-436-9221 or visit www.overman-jones.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 15, 2025.

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL 60544

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17

Service

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Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL 60544

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Joe + Sheila Gallas

July 14, 2025

Terry was a great guy...always cheerful and fun to be around. He loved golf and he will be missed.

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