Jim W. Kohl

Jim Kohl, 73, of Davenport, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at his home. The rite of cremation and a private memorial service will be held. Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, assisted the family.

Jim Warren Kohl was born September 2, 1950, in Davenport, a son of Victor and Lorraine (Tschillard) Kohl. Jim graduated from Davenport West High School, class of 1968, and then St. Ambrose College in 1972 with a Bachelor’s in Psychology. He was united in marriage to Victoria “Vicki” Oberhaus on September 6, 1980, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Davenport.

Prior to his retirement, Jim had been an operator at Locks and Dam 15, Rock Island, for the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Over the years, Jim enjoyed running and competing in the Bix. He also competed in wrist wrestling competitions with his brother. Jim took pride in gardening, grilling, and cooking. He liked making his prize winning chili for the annual chili cook-off.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Vicki; daughters Erica Kohl of Davenport, Rachel (Erik) McDonald of Eldridge, Lisa (Michael) Warhank of Bettendorf; grandchildren Abrie, Rye, Juliet, William; brother Craig (Tina Cottrell) Kohl of Grand Mound; and nephew and niece Eric and Anna Kohl.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Online remembrances may be expressed at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.