QUANTICO, Va. – The folks in Quantico are mourning the loss of one of their own. Russell Victor “Rusty” Kuhns, a Vietnam veteran and longtime town councilman, passed away peacefully at his home, the town just shared with Potomac Local News.
Rusty served on the Quantico Town Council for 20 years, first elected in 2008 and last serving through 2024. While he didn’t run for re-election in 2024, his decades of leadership left a lasting mark on the only U.S. town located entirely within a military base.
Known for his straight talk and deep care for neighbors, Rusty built a local business and invested in the community he loved. He was also a proud Navy veteran and family man, remembered most for the values he passed down to his three sons and six grandchildren.
A funeral service is scheduled for Monday, November 24, at 9 a.m. at the United States Marine Memorial Chapel in Quantico.
Here’s the full obituary:
Russell Victor “Rusty” Kuhns, beloved father and cherished member of the Quantico community, passed away peacefully at his home in Quantico, Virginia.
Rusty served with honor during the Vietnam War as a proud member of the U.S. Navy. His service instilled a deep sense of duty that guided him throughout life. After returning home, he built a thriving business and invested in local real estate, always believing in his Northern Virginia community’s potential and working tirelessly to help it flourish.
For two decades, from 2002 to 2022, Rusty served on the Quantico Town Council, making him one of Prince William County’s most experienced local leaders. Those who knew him appreciated his candid approach and genuine care for neighbors with unwavering commitment to his community.
Above all, Rusty’s heart belonged to his family. His three sons—Christopher, Corey, and Zachary—were his greatest source of pride and joy. He guided them with principles that shaped his character: serving others, hard work, and living with integrity.
Rusty was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Jean Bodell Sears, his father, Rolla Victor Kuhns, Jr, and his brother; Robin Vincent Kuhns. He leaves behind three children, six grandchildren, and their families, all carrying forward his legacy of love and service.
Services will be held at the United States Marine Memorial Chapel in Quantico, VA on Monday, November 24th at 9 AM. In honor of Rusty’s generous spirit, the family requests donations to a veterans’ organization or local charity.
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