Donald Kuchlenz's Obituary
Donald J. Kuchlenz, 82, of Camanche, died Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at his home. Graveside Services will be 10:00am, Saturday, August 27, 2011 at the Rose Hill Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the Camanche VFW. Visitation will be from 8:30am-9:45am at the Camanche Chapel Snell-Zornig Funeral Homes and Crematory. Donald Johannes Kuchlenz was born on April 22, 1929, in rural Camanche, Iowa the son of Paul and Marie (Arendt) Kuchlenz. Donald attended and graduated from Clinton Country Schools. He served in the United States Army from 1952-1954 along with his brother Arnold. Donald was employed at Carlon as a machine operator for many years. He also farmed with his brother in rural Camanche. Donald was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and was a past member Eagles Club. He enjoyed his daily walks on Riverview Drive dike with his dog Sam. Donald is survived by his sister: Carmen Kuchlenz of Camanche and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Donald was preceded in death by his parents and his brother: Arnold. Memorials can be made to Camp Courageous, the American Cancer Society, or Immanuel Lutheran Church.
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