J. Christian Kuhn, III, 68 of Bethlehem, PA died Friday, October 13, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem. Born August 28, 1955 in Easton, PA he was a son of M. Ann (Mosser) Kuhn of Palmer Twp., PA and the late John C. Kuhn, Jr. Chris graduated from Easton High School in 1973, Susquehanna University in 1977 and from the General Motors Dealer Academy at the University of Delaware. He worked at the family business, Easton Buick Co., for over 35 years in multiple positions including Dealer Principle. He was proud of the many Sales and Customer Satisfaction Index awards received from General Motors. Chris was a member of Central Moravian Church, Bethlehem, the Kiwanis Club of Palmer Twp., and former member of the Pomfret Club, Northampton Country Club and Easton Jaycees.
He is survived by his mother, Ann; his brother: Douglas Kuhn (wife Lois) of Bethlehem Twp., PA; his sister: Claudia Ann Klahre (husband Douglas) of Lake James, NC; his adoring nieces and nephews: Erik Kuhn (Erin), Melissa Brady (Matt), Hillary Pownall (Alex), Derek Klahre (Samantha); and 3 great-nieces and nephew: Logan Brady, Mila Klahre and Everett Kuhn.
Services are 10:30 AM Friday (October 20) at Central Moravian Church, 73 W. Church St., Bethlehem. Visitation will be held from 6 to 7:30 PM Thursday in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Interment is in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Mike McFadden
October 15, 2023 at 1:20 pm
Chris was an active member of the Easton Area Jaycees having managed and supervised many community projects. He eventually served as Vice President of the Easton Area chapter. I worked professionally as a banker with Chris and realized that he enjoyed an exemplary reputation within the community. His life is best remembered by the lines of the Jaycee Creed that state “Faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life” and that “Service to humanity is the best work of life”. Farewell old friend.
Mike McFadden
Former President
Easton Area Jaycees
Rich Prew
October 15, 2023 at 8:58 pm
I first knew Chris as a customer, then later as an employee at Easton Buick. I am saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to his brother Doug, his sister, and to his mother Ann.
Farewell my friend.
Rich P.
Chip Tanneberger
October 16, 2023 at 9:40 am
I met Chris about 50 years ago at Susquehanna University. We became fraternity brothers and would see each other occasionally after college. There is a bond between fraternity brothers that is a special bond. We were the kind of friends that even if we hadn’t seen each other for months, it seemed like we saw each other last week. We had some good memories and those are what I will remember about Chris until we meet again. Sending prayers of comfort to Chris’ family and friends during this sad time.
Your “brother”,
Chip
Zeeshan Khan
October 16, 2023 at 3:17 pm
I met Chris few years ago. An excellent person, good heart, always there when you need him.
I cannot believe that he is gone. May God rest him in peace.
My condolences to his brother Doug, mother, sister and his entire family. May God give you patience.
Steve and Jan Zackon
October 16, 2023 at 9:19 pm
Dear Kuhn Families:
My wife and I were both shocked and saddened to learn of Chris’s passing. Chris was my fraternity roommate for two years and he was always positive and upbeat, immaculate dresser, and enthusiastic about fraternity life. From the day that we met, he always spoke about his future at Easton Buick and never strayed from that goal. He prided on the high customer satisfaction awards that he guided the dealership in earning. Sadly, over the years we grew apart, which I sincerely regret. We pray that you can find peace and comfort in the memories of the happy times that you shared with Chris.
May God bless you all.
In brotherhood,
Steve Zackon
Annette Sobel (Bricker)
October 18, 2023 at 12:05 pm
Dear Ann, Doug and Claudia,
My heartfelt sympathies to all of you. Growing up across the street your door was always opened to me. Chris and I were so close for many years. I will always remember him helping me out the star on the top of your Christmas tree and sitting in the top of your stairs admiring the tree with all the presents. I am so glad that I attended the class of 73 reunion several years ago and then visiting Ann the next day. RIP Chris, you will always remain in my heart.💕
Faith DeCesare
October 19, 2023 at 8:13 am
Dear Ann,
I’m so sorry to hear about Chris. Even though I never met him in person, I know from your kind stories of him that he was a wonderful and beloved son. May your wonderful memories sustain you. You’re in my thoughts and prayers!
Faith DeCesare
Gayle Rathbun
September 5, 2024 at 11:40 am
When the preview of my US Mail showed a correspondence from Lois Kuhn, I feared the worst, so checked on line and found Chris’ obituary. I am grateful to Lois for informing me of Chris;’ passing. I enjoyed Chris’ hospitality on more than one occasion when I was traveling in the Bethlehem area and always appreciated his friendship and upbeat outlook on life. I extend my sincere condolences to those who loved him, especially to his mother, who was so dear to him.