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In memory of
Leon "Wes" Wesley Kouns
May 22, 1943 - May 20, 2023
May 22, 1943 - May 20, 2023
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Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leon "Wes" Kouns, better known as Wes, on May 20, 2023, just two days before his 80th birthday. Wes was born on May 22, 1943, to Leon Wesley Kouns and Aileen Kouns Thompson, who both predeceased him, as did his brother, David Kouns.
Wes is survived by his loving wife, Rica Kouns and his step-children from Rica's previous relationship; Cheryl Desterhouse, Drew Hirshon and …
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Wes' Committal Service Confirmation - Fort Logan National Cemetery
Address: 4400 W Kenyon Ave, Denver, CO 80236
Date: 6/2…
Wes' Committal Service Confirmation - Fort Logan National Cemetery
Address: 4400 W Kenyon Ave, Denve…
Wes' Committal Service Confirmation - Fort Logan National Cemete…
My heart is broken over the loss of my good friend of 48 years who was introduced to me by my brother Jim Cole in Zaire…
My heart is broken over the loss of my good friend of 48 years who was introduced to me by my broth…
My heart is broken over the loss of my good friend of 48 years w…
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Born
May 22nd, 1943
Graduated from high school
1961
Aurora Central High School, East 11th Avenue, Aurora, Colorado
Passed away
May 20th, 2023
Lone Tree, CO
Survived by
Rica Kouns
Wife
Monica Cherry
Step-daughter
Drew Hirshon
Step-son
Cheryl Desterhouse
Step-child
Nancy Small Calegari
Sister
Scott Small
Nephew
Michael Calegari
Nephew
David Kouns
Nephew
Predeceased by
Leon Kouns
Father
Aileen Kouns Thompson
Mother
David Kouns
Brother
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