James Kuehnel Obituary

The family of James Kuehnel (Jerseyville, Illinois) announces his passing on August 15, 2026. James, born on June 16, 1938, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Kuehnel and Viola Kuehnel (Grover); and his siblings, Bill Kuehnel (Sandy), Eddie Kuehnel (Maxine), Edith Scott (Bill), Eugene Kuehnel, Helen Bounds (Vernon), Jake Kuehnel and Opal Kallal (James).

He is survived by: his wife Madeleine Epps (Epps); his sons, Steve Kuehnel (Maryn) of Newport News and Jimmie Kuehnel (Leah) of Grafton Illinois; his grandsons, Skyler, Mason Kuehnel of Newport News, Virgina, Thomas and Alex Kuehnel of Grafton, Illinois.; and his siblings-in-law, Robert Epps (Anna), Mary Kuehnel (Eugene), Norma Kuehnel (Robert), Christina Epps (Wayne), Wayne Epps and Anna Epps.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim's name to the memorial fund at Dow Southern Baptist Church, 24735 Dow Rd, Dow, Illinois 62022.