Karis Valjean Kuhlmann of Chester, the son of Charles and Ella (Weers) Kuhlmann was born on a farm near Chester on Dec. 1, 1937. He died June 1 at his home near Chester.
He attended a country school and graduated from Chester High School in 1955. He joined the United States Navy June 30, 1955, and was honorably discharged with a good conduct medal Nov. 21, 1958.
Karis married Shirley Gehle on Sept. 12, 1959. This union was blessed with three children. Karis managed and worked at Hill Oil Company in Chester. He also worked in construction. Farming and raising cattle were his passion. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley; his parents and a sister, MaryAnn Thornton.
His funeral was held Tuesday at St. John Lutheran Church in Chester. Officiant was Pastor Greg Schaffer.
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