Date of Service:
February 13, 2022
Let the family know you care by sharing this tribute.
Please join us as we rejoice in the
wonderful life of Kim Taylor Kuhnle.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of
Life at the Family Life Center
on Sunday, February 13, 2022,
from 1-5 p.m.
at 16349 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge, OH.
If you cannot attend but wish to watch, please “follow” Kuhnle Brothers Facebook page as they will be live streaming the service.
Kim Taylor Kuhnle was born September 2,1945 in Detroit, MI, passed away January 2, 2022, in Vero Beach, FL. He is survived by his treasured wife Ellen, His 5 loving children, Elizabeth Pinkney (Anta’Juan), Kate Hofstetter (Tommy), Amberly Wilson (John), Tom Kuhnle (Kristi) and Caleb Kuhnle (Cara); 9 adored grandchildren and a cherished great grandson, a myriad of beloved nephews, nieces, great nephews, and nieces and great- great nephews and nieces and loyal companion Sid the dog. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Edith Kuhnle, his brother, Tom Kuhnle and his sister, Judy Beck.
In 1966, Kim and his brother, Tom established Kuhnle Bros., Inc, a trucking company founded in Bainbridge, OH which continues to this day with the second generation carrying on their work.
Kim’s adventurous spirit led him to pursue a variety of travels and interests, which included offshore fishing, motorsport racing, golfing, flying, trap shooting, antiquing, hunting and fishing around the world.
He was gifted with friends worldwide and his generosity touched many lives. His faith in God was central to his character and shaped his life.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes you to consider a donation to Team Rubicon (www.TeamRubiconUSA.org) or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. (www.stjude.org).
The family will be holding a celebration of life in northeast Ohio and his ashes will be committed to deep off of Treasure Cay, Abaco, The Bahamas at a later date.
“I have done my best to keep my word as my bond and be mindful of the needs of others, as a company man and a family man.”
-Kim Taylor Kuhnle
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
© 2024 Lowther Funeral Home. All Rights Reserved.
Jill Cunningham
January 6, 2022, 12:31 am
I’m so sorry I can’t be there with all of you. Uncle Kim will be missed. I always looked up to him, and Uncle Tom. I love you all. I’m sending love and hugs from AZ. Jill
tammy zimmerman - employee
January 6, 2022, 1:50 am
R I P unc. you was a great man I met 24 yrs ago and it is a pleasure driving for you and your family to make kuhnle bros trucking best in the business
Ross Pallante - Friend of Calab
January 6, 2022, 2:08 am
My condolences are with all of you and sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I have the pleasure to work with Caleb at FEDEX.
Paul & Christina Venizelos
January 6, 2022, 8:10 pm
Our deepest condolences . We were looking forward to meeting up and getting to know him better. So sorry to hear of Kim’s passing.
Craig and Cindy Voight - Friends
January 7, 2022, 12:26 am
We love you, Brother. You were my best buddy since grade school. From double dating together commencing in the ninth grade to our last double date with Ellen, Cindy, you and me on Thanksgiving eve, we always had fun. I know God has a special place for you in Heaven, Kim. We miss you and love you and look forward to seeing you soon. God bless your family and you, Craig and Cindy
Barbara Montague - Friends
January 8, 2022, 12:23 am
So sorry to hear of Kim’s passing. He was a great guy. God Bless, George and Clint Sherbondy
John Linfoot - Friend
January 9, 2022, 1:49 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you Ellen and all of the family. My many great memories of our times together in Geneseo will always be with me. RIP
david Consolo - friend and business associate.
January 10, 2022, 7:15 pm
Ellen and Family, In some small way allow me to share in, and comment on, the passing of Kim. As his banker for many years, it was my pleasure to work with Kim, truly a “man of his word.” I had the utmost respect for him.
Rodney Stuart - Child hood friend
January 12, 2022, 5:39 pm
I was fortunate to be a part of the Kuhnle family growing up in Lake Lucerne working with Tom in the winters throwing cinders on the roads and water skiing with Kim in Florida! Somehow we stayed out of trouble and continued to have wonderful experiences together! I lost touch with him when I moved too the West Coast. The pictures I have keep my memories fresh!
Sherrie Secord - out-law
January 18, 2022, 2:48 pm
No words will ever express the amount of appreciation and respect that I have for Kim, Ellen and the Kuhnle Family. The experiences that were bestowed upon us will be long treasured. The warmth and happiness shared at all the family gatherings brings joy to my heart as we say goodbye to the flesh but never to his spirit. I will never consume a cupcake again without a chuckle and a smile. Hugs and Love to all.
John Lockwood - A driver for 9 years in New York State
March 30, 2022, 9:31 pm
Well I first met Kim Kuhnle in a small area of New York State called Himrod NY. We came out to Himrod to haul road salt for his company back in 1971. We stayed in the area and went to work for him direct. I spent 9 years with him. I thought a lot about him over the years and yesterday I got a text message that he had passed on. Boy is he going to keep them busy up there. I want to pass on my prayers to Ellen and family.