Rick Kuhn
October 14, 1966 ~ September 12, 2022
Born in:
Jamestown, North Dakota
Resided in:
West Fargo, North Dakota
Rick’s Live Streamed Memorial Service can be viewed below:
Graveside Service:
Rick Kuhn, 55, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2022, in his home in West Fargo, ND, surrounded by his family.
Rick was born on October 14, 1966, in Jamestown, ND, to Timothy Kuhn and Marretta (Deede) Kuhn. He graduated from Woodworth Public School in 1985 and earned a bachelor’s degree from University of Sioux Falls. He was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa at Moorhead State. Rick started his career with EcoLab and went on to own his own pest control company, Veteran Pest Control, which he proudly owned and operated for nearly a decade.
Rick married Colleen Huck on August 20, 1988 in Moorhead, MN. The couple had two children, Ashley Abbas (Hartford, SD) and Tim (Lane) Fargo, ND.
Rick was a man of many talents. Among his wide array of skills were hunting and fishing, which were two of his favorite activities. He was also an outstanding grill master and was proud to smoke the most delicious meals for loved ones, including as a volunteer for events like weddings and VFW meals for the homeless. Rick loved to help others and never hesitated to give of his time and energy to better someone else’s life. He and his wife were also foster parents to several children over the years. Rick was an avid Vikings fan. He had a great sense of humor and was a champion prankster. We will miss his shenanigans.
Rick proudly served in the Army National Guard from 1984-2004. He served in Operation Desert Storm in Iraq from 2003-2004. Rick was Commander of the Fargo VFW #762 for 3 years. He was also a member of the Woodworth American Legion. He was fiercely loyal and dedicated his life to helping veterans. Rick was especially passionate about veteran suicide prevention and volunteered his time with the non-profit Mission22. He also volunteered with Freezin’ for a Reason, an organization raising awareness and funds for homeless vets. Rick would do anything to help a fellow veteran.
Rick is survived by his wife of 34 years, Colleen Kuhn, West Fargo, ND; children, Ashley Abbas, Hartford, SD; Tim (Lane), Fargo, ND; three grandchildren, Keighlor, Levi and Caypree; parents, Tim and Marretta (Deede) Kuhn, Woodworth, ND; his sisters, Bobbi Jo (Blaine) Geiger, Emmett, ID; and Roxanne (Jeff) Sherva, Horace, ND; aunts, uncles, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be at Boulger Funeral Home on Sunday, September 18 from 5-6 PM and a celebration of Rick’s life will follow at 6 PM. Burial will be at the Fargo National Cemetery on Monday, September 19 at 10 AM.
Since Rick had many interests, we ask that guests dress casually and wear a sports jersey, military or hunting pattern to his service.
Memorial donations can be made in Rick’s name to the Fargo VFW Post 762. Donations will go toward a project that mattered a lot to Rick: the funding of a warming house and restroom facility at the Fargo Memorial Cemetery for the Honor Guard.
Services
Celebration of Life: September 18, 2022 6:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
7012376441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Visitation - Sunday: September 18, 2022 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
7012376441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Rick will be greatly missed. He was one of my best friends one could ask for. We met in college, joined the same fraternity, and were roommates for many years. Rick was willing to help everyone, he had the biggest heart. He helped take care of my niece who was in the same National Guard Company during the Iraq War. Again, I cannot thank him enough. Rick, you will be greatly missed.
Love You
Jared Karsky
I am sorry to hear this Colleen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
-Kris, Katie, Bailey, & Jacob Jongejeugd
I know you will be missed by many.
Peace and blessings
Trude
We are so, so sorry to hear that Rick has passed. Our family is holding the Kuhns in our hearts as we know too well the hole that losing a dad and husband makes. Lots of love to the best neighbors we ever had!
Sending Thoughts, Prayers and Hugs to Connie, Ashley and Tim.
God Bless and keep you
David and Merralee Morse Family
I was fortunate to have served with him. Rick was one of those guys you’d want with you on a convoy in Iraq, or a fish house on a little lake. A great guy who’ll be missed by all. Rest In Peace.
We are all thinking of your family during this time and praying for comfort for all of you.
I am so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Although I haven’t seen him for many years, I have fond memories of him as a student at Woodworth Public School. I remember his quiet, shy personality, yet he was quick to smile and laugh. It’s obvious he grew up to be a wonderful man who loved his family, friends, and country. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.
I send my prayers to you , and all that knew Ricky. I served with him in the 142nd Engineer Combat Battalion. He was a wonderful person to be around because he was the kinda guy that kept his head together. I could always know I would get a real answer to a problem from Ricky. He was a cool reasoning to my sometimes over the top judgments. A very good NCO and a Soldiier that utilized his leadership skills when he retired within the Veteran organizations he served with. I’ll miss him, and having a beer and shooting the shit. A good man gone too soon. RIP. Save a place for us Ricky.
Praying for you and your family, Colleen. May God comfort you all as you celebrate Rick’s life. Cherish the many great memories God has blessed you with.
Love, Sharon Kampman
You will be missed, my friend. You left me and many others with a plethora of beautiful memories. Colleen, you and the family have been in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord gather family and friends together on September 18th to share many wonderful stories and celebrate your life.
Love you brother, JD
I am truly sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. I just seen the tribute on tv.
Connie know that you & your family will be in my prayers. You were the best neighbors anyone could ask for. I’m sure Charlie & Rick along with their dogs are all together.