Joe Kahn |
| Posted 2018-10-19 by Pat R |
| Wickenburg Sun (Wickenburg, Arizona) Wednesday, December 20, 2017, p. A-5 Joe Kahn, age 75 (age 65 if you asked him) passed away unexpectedly after a lengthy illness on Dec. 16, 2017. Joe was born on Sept. 21, 1942, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Bernard and Esther Kahn. He spent over half of his life living in New York before moving to Wickenburg in 1990. Although Joe was known for his tough New York exterior, he would melt at the sight of his daughters and grandchildren. He always had room on his lap for the granddaughters to play with and decorate his beard. (He let the girls "pretty" him up from time to time, and he rocked it!) He would beam with pride while showing the grandsons his Harley and all the exciting new reptiles he had. One of Joe's most prized possessions was his Harley. He loved his bike and would jump at any opportunity to go for a ride-whether it was alone or with his buddies. Joe also had a special place in his heart for animals. For many years, he owned a pet shop in Staten Island, N.Y. Starting from a young age, Valentine's Day became a significant day of importance for Joe. In grade school, his sister Karen, a shy and quiet girl, came home with tears in her eyes because she did not receive any valentines from her classmates. Joe immediately left to 'run some errands', and came back with a valentine for his sister to cheer her up. The tradition of sending valentines to her continued every year. He undoubtedly had a soft spot for his sister and loved her beyond measure. His love for Valentine's Day did not end there. On Feb. 14, 2002, Joe married his soul mate and best friend Sharon (Rowe) Kahn in Wickenburg. Joe and Sharon shared a love for adventure and lived life to the fullest. They had a gift of putting humour into everything they endured. The family would like to give special thanks to David Poyner of David's Desert Chapel Funeral Home for all the kindness and compassion during this difficult time. Joe is preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Esther Kahn. Joe will be forever remembered by his wife, Sharon; daughters Vicki Hodges and Suzanne Rowe; sister Karen Kahn Moss Chassman; nephew Jeff (Jen) Moss; grandchildren Serra, Summer, Jevon, Abby, Chase and Alexis; great-grandchildren Bentley and Hazel; great-niece Brooke and great-nephew Robert. A private family service will be held at a later date. Joe touched every life he came in contact with and left a lasting mark. Not a day will go by where he will not be missed dearly. A soul that brought joy to many, and whose legacy will live on forever-a husband, brother, dad, uncle, and grandfather. "Parting is such sweet sorrow." See Also: Find A Grave |
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