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CHARLES KAHN

1926 - 2021

CHARLES KAHN Obituary

KAHN--Charles H., FAIA, the first Dean of the University of Kansas School of Architecture & Urban Design, and one of the original architects and engineers for NC State's Carter-Finley football stadium, passed away at the age of 95 on April 8, 2021, at his home in Chapel Hill, NC. Dean Kahn is survived by Annette Lee Kahn, his wife of 64 years, of Chapel Hill, daughter Kathryn Lauren Kahn (Michael Varnum) of Eagle Bear Farm, NC, daughter Sarah Kahn (Richard Graf) of Washington, DC, son Hon. Benjamin Kahn (Karen) of Greensboro, NC, and grandchildren Sarah, David, Charlie, Sophie and Christopher. Further details regarding Dean Kahn, charitable donations in lieu of flowers, and his memorial service will be posted at: forbisanddick.com/ obituaries/Charles-Kahn/.

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Published by New York Times on Apr. 22, 2021.

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Sean Williams

April 28, 2021

A teacher beyond Marvin Hall and Architecture. Charlie impacted our family, our town, our University, and a world of connections. My love and warmth to you, your family and friends.

Simone Taylor

April 24, 2021

May God continue to bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please except my condolences.

Ann Reed

April 17, 2021

Ralph and I always looked forward to being with Charlie and his engaging family and his wonderful wife, Annette. He was a remarkably talented member of our community, He was entertaining and erudite and had a gift for friendship. I am extremely grateful to have felt close to the Kahns for more than half a century.

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