Jack Orville Kuhlman, 78, of Jacksonville, passed away early Monday, March 15, 2021, at his residence. He was born December 19, 1942, in Jacksonville, the son of Elmer and Maxine Cooper Kuhlman. Jack was married to Betty Fortado Kuhlman from December 1960 to August 1981, and Susan Ketzbeau Kuhlman from May 1982 to present. Jack is survived by five children, David Kuhlman of Jacksonville, Scott Kuhlman of Kampsville, Terry (Thelma) Kuhlman of San Antonio, Texas, Joe Kuhlman of Jacksonville and Shalaena Kuhlman of Jacksonville; eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren; one sister, Judy (Harry) Driver of Jacksonville; and one brother, Jay (Julie) Kuhlman of Jacksonville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Jack was a nine-year Vietnam Veteran of the U.S Navy from 1960 to 1969. After the Navy, he served one term as Alderman for Jacksonvilles Second Ward and was the Chairman of the Health and Inspection Committee for the city of Jacksonville and sat on the Electric, Finance and Municipals Services committees. After his public service to the city of Jacksonville, he was a Pipe Fitter/Project Manager for UA Local 137 in Springfield for more than 40 years. Jack was a Life-Time member of the VFW post 1239 in Beardstown, a member of the Elks Club in Jacksonville and Commodore at the Naples Boat Club for several years. A funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 26, 2021, at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent at buchanancody.com. . Graveside Service Camp Butler National Cemetery Friday, March 26, 2021 1:00 PM 5063 Camp Butler Road Springfield, Illinois 62707