Kori M. Kuehni
November 18, 1972 - August 31, 2019
Obituary
MADISON-Kori M. Kuehni, age 46, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019. She was born on Nov. 18, 1972, in Madison, the daughter of Gary and Nancy (Tiffany) Kuehni. Kori graduated from Madison East High School in 1991 and from Capri Cosmetology School. She worked as a nail technician for many years.
Kori was an advocate for many people dealing with cancer. She was a fierce warrior with many supporters and followers. She kept her sword and shield in her hand until her last breath.
Kori was fiercely proud to be a Scorpio. She was open-minded, empathetic and willing to help those in need around her and she was a smart ass with a wild sense of humor. Kori had a big heart and loved Disney movies, tattoos, and doing nails and hair. She loved shopping and driving in the car with the music as loud as possible. Kori was a mama bear to a fault. She treasured the time she spent with her kids and canine companions.
Kori is survived by her children, Mackenzie and Madison Bambrough and Hannah and Hunter Fehl; mother, Nancy Kuehni; brother, Jeremy (Stacey) Kuehni; cousin, Tanya Tiffany; father of her eldest children, Jay Bambrough; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Gary S. Kuehni; and grandparents, Elmer and Verna Kuehni, Buster and Freida Tiffany, Robert Bambrough, and Bruce and Eddy Brunner.
A celebration of Kori’s life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for Kori's children. The family wishes to thank the staff of Heartland Hospice, Tanya, Maddie and Jamie for all of their unconditional love and support given to Kori. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
Events
Memorial Gathering
Sat Sep 7, 2019 @ 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Celebration of Life
Sat Sep 7, 2019 @ 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Teresa Terzich
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We are sending prayers, thoughts and love to the family and friends of Kori. She was a true inspiration of what it means to never give up! She said it well, when she quoted her Dad, “Your a Kuehni. Kuehni’s never give up!” Something my Dad always told me too. Besides sharing the same birthday as Kori, I have many treasured memories of spending family time with her. When we visited Uncle Gary and Aunt Nancy Kori always did my hair and nails as a little girl! I loved it and she wouldn’t let anyone see until she was all done:). I always remember feeling a bit sad though because I would want to jump in their pool right after to play with the cousins, and all the hair spray would be gone and my hair back to being straight. She had a talent for sure! The pool parties were the best! Kori playing with us cousins, of course chasing her brother Jeremy, fireworks, watching Disney movies, laughs, smiles and the happiness of being around family. Later in life, Kori was one person who introduced me to the love of my life while swimming in that same pool. I still remember the day fondly. Also, Kori would be happy to know we still have a “sample” of water from that pool that Joey collected😉 Time passed and I was happy for the day when we were finally able to reconnect. What an amazing, caring mom Kori was day in and day out. She fought a good fight and always remained true to herself. We are praying for peace, strength and healing for her family. May God be with you all. With much love and sympathy, Teresa, Joe, Julia and Thomas Terzich
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Kimberly Edney
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Kori touched more lives than even she knew. Such a beautiful, colorful soul gone way too soon!
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Tanya
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Purple for my purple girl I'm still breathing. I love you my sister And I miss you horribly... Pinky Swear
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Carol Miller
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Kori took care of our daughter when I needed to get back to work. It was difficult for me to leave her with just anybody. I wanted someone to hold her when they fed her. It isn't easy to find good daycare for babies. I wasn't comfortable with the place we had found but there wasn't much to choose from at that time. Kori said she would take Abby until we could find somewhere we liked. She took good care of Abby for 9 months and I will forever be grateful for giving me peace of mind during that time. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family, especially her children, who lost their mother too soon.
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Jennifer Figy
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I am so sorry for the loss of Kori, We grew up on the same street, neighborhood kids. I will always remember her for her spunky, no mess with me attitude which made her very unique. We reconnected through Face Book and I am very thankful for that. She shared so much of what she was dealing with and no sugar coating. She is a Warrior hero and will always be. To her children, I am so sorry. I hope you and the rest of Kori's family and friends can find comfort in the beautiful memories of her.
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Jeani Oppeneer
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Girl you saved my life when we were neighbors in middle school on Debra lane. It's been several years since we have seen each other. I didn't know you were sick. Way to young woman. I will always remember your smile and your sass. I hope you are at peace and out of pain. Fly high Kor. See you on the other side❤😥