John J. “Gars” Kauten, Jr.

Date of Death: January 4, 2021

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Amherst Chapel

1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

Friday 1/22, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church

130 Keating Drive

Winchester, Virginia 22601

(540) 662-5858 |

Saturday 1/23, 11:00 am

cemetery

Entombment at a later date
Mount Hebron Cemetery

memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street
Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
P.O. Box 1000
Dept. 142
Memphis, Tennessee 38148

John J. “Gars” Kauten, Jr., 76, of Frederick County, VA passed away Monday, January 4, 2021, at his home.

Mr. Kauten was born in 1944 in Olewein, IA, son of the late Josephine and John Kauten, Sr. He was a graduate of Lee High School, Class of 1962 and a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Vietnam conflict. Mr. Kauten earned an Associate’s degree from Lord Fairfax Community College. He was a Field Engineer with Eastman Kodak Film Company, retiring in 2000. His past employment career included working as a Clerk of the Frederick County Court and as a deputy with Winchester Police Department. Mr. Kauten was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Appalachian Trail Club, and the Junior Chamber of Commerce. He was a past soccer coach and referee for Blue Ridge Youth Soccer Association and past President of James Wood Athletic Association. Mr. Kauten loved being on a sailboat, fishing, and was an amateur fly fisherman. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

His wife, Mary Juanita “Tina” Kauten, whom he married on December 11, 1967, preceded him in death in 2005.

Surviving are daughters, Jennifer Burke of Winchester, VA and Christina “Chrissy” Steury (Keith) of Arlington, VA; grandchildren, Hailey Burke, Ben and Stella Steury; and extended family members throughout the United States.

Along with his parents and beloved wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Susan Joy Kauten.

A visitation will be from 6 pm to 8 pm on Friday, January 22nd, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel, with a rosary service at 6 pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am on Saturday, January 23rd, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Reverend Bjorn Lundberg officiating. Entombment will be private at a later date at Mount Hebron Cemetery.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Steve Zuckerman, Bill Sirbaugh, Dr. Dale Steventon, Joe Kauten, and Dr. Stuart Preston Childress, Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gars’ memory to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, VA 22601 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tennessee 38148.

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1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

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Friday 1/22, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church

130 Keating Drive

Winchester, Virginia 22601

(540) 662-5858 | Map

Saturday 1/23, 11:00 am

Entombment at a later date
Mount Hebron Cemetery

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street
Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
P.O. Box 1000
Dept. 142
Memphis, Tennessee 38148

John J. “Gars” Kauten, Jr., 76, of Frederick County, VA passed away Monday, January 4, 2021, at his home. Mr. Kauten was born in 1944 in Olewein, IA, son of the late Josephine and John Kauten, Sr. He was a graduate of Lee High School, Class of 1962 and a veteran of the United StatesContinue Reading

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I worked with John on and off for many years. I shall miss him. He left this earth way too soon.

So sorry to hear about John's passing. A very nice man and father and Knight. My prayers to the family,especially his daughter Jennifer and granddaughter Hailey. God Bless.

Jennifer and Chrissy and family, I just heard of your dad's passing. We are all so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs, prayers, love and light. He is smiling down on you all.

To you, Jennifer, and your family, who I met at the Insight Academy, with Martha Chrisman .. just wanted you to know that your Dad made everyone around him feel welcome. Always friendly and fun, when we would play water volleyball at Bruce and Betty Allen’s pool. A wonderful person. So sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Shelly Lee

Jen (and Hailey), you are always in our thoughts and prayers. Find peace knowing that he and your mom are united once more. ~ Darton and Kirsten

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

Love and miss you always

I want to start by saying thank you. Thank you for being the best bonus dad I could ever imagine. Thank you for being there for us DeNeale kids and for being an amazing duo with Mrs. Kauten and for being another example of a wonderful marriage and definitely for being such a big part of our family and so many milestones between our DeNeale-Kauten families. Thank you for being my soccer coach and someone I looked up to. Thank you for your contagious smile and laugh, the jokes and teasing that let us know how much you cared for us. Thank you for being not only a dad to my best friends, but really one to me too. This world will not be the same without you, but I know you are pain free and are reunited with the love of your life, and for that I am thankful too. Love you and miss you always Mr. Kauten ❤

My heart, my prayers are with you, Jen and Hailey, as well as the entire family. May all of the happy memories bring you laughter and joy for many, many years to come! Biggest hugs, Terri and Eddy Wertz

Sorry to see you go old friend. You were one of the good guys who always seemed to be able to look at the bright side of things and bring some laughter to the situation. I'll remember our times together fondly May God care for you now Your friend Greg Terek

Much love and peace at this time for you and your family. Your dad was always so welcoming, genuine, fun and funny to be around Chrissy. Bless him and peace and healing to you all.

I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad always had a smile on his face. May he rest in peace. Kaleen Baker

Dear Jen , We are saddened to hear of your father’s passing. He was a jovial, friendly man. He spent many hours transporting your daughter and loving it. Blessings, Kim and Gerry

Peace

In memory of John J. "Gars" Kauten, Jr., Deanna Stouffer lit a candle

sorry too hear about my old friend tom zirkle

Sorry to see that John has passed away. He was a good friend during our days in the Winchester Frederick County Jaycees. GOD bless John's family.

We are so blessed to have had the wonderful times with you, your spirit will remain always.

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our good friend, John Kauten. My wife and I had the privilege of knowing John for the last several winters in Key Largo, FL where we became fast friends. We always enjoyed getting together for our Thursday night Dominoes game. John always had a smile on his face, and could make anyone laugh with his quick humor. John was one of the "good guys", and we, as well as many others will miss him very much. I feel honored that he requested me to be one of his Honorary pallbearers. Our prayers are with his family and everyone who loved this wonderful man. God rest John's soul. Dr. Dale and Alison Steventon
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John was a dear man to know. We began our acquaintance as fellow refs in Blue Ridge Soccer and continued over the years with the Sunday Gathering. He will be missed.

We are so sorry to hear of your father's passing, Jen. Please know our prayers are with you and your family during this time. Take care, Angie and Tab

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

Prayers for comfort to you all.

Dearest Jenn & Family: Our family sends our sincerest condolences as we are learning of the passing of your father. May the memories and love you shared with him remind you all how amazing you are and how much he loved you. God bless you always! Mike, Melissa, Kelly, Berk & Sophia

John, you are now at peace and pain free and are together with Tina once again. You, Tina. Jennifer and Chrissy were the best neighbors we could ever hope to have that quickly became our family. We cherish our memories of snowball fights and family get togethers. We will forever keep you in our thoughts and hearts.

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