Harold Junior “JR” Kahl
September 2, 1939 – January 16, 2024
Harold Junior Kahl passed away at home in the early morning hours of Tuesday January 16th, 2024. Harold was born in Accident, Maryland on September 2nd,1939. He attended Frostburg State College. Harold was a long-time banker and was the former president of Calvert Mercantile Bank for several years. He also contributed to many businesses, organizations and foundations such as being a member of the Calvert County Board of Education, sitting on the board of directors at Calvert Memorial Hospital, and Maryland Bankers’ Association, just to name a few. JR loved wood working, hunting, traveling, relocation of squirrels and spending time with family and friends. Harold is survived by his wife Ronnie Kahl, son David Hammonds and his partner Kerry Love, daughters Brenda Sipe and Shawn Sickle, and grandchildren Jason Nagers, Ryan Sickle, and Kayla Sickle. He was preceded in death by his son in law John Sipe.
A Funeral Service will be held at the First Lutheran Church on Saturday January 20th at 1:00 pm. Visitation will be from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. JR’s family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations in his memory be made to the following: Sheldon Goldberg Breast Cancer Center, First Lutheran Church located in Huntingtown, MD, or to Zion Lutheran Church in Accident, MD.
Visitation
Saturday, January 20, 2024
12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Services
- Funeral Service
Saturday, January 20, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Interment
- Private
Contributions
Sheldon E. Goldberg Center for Breast Care
C/O Calvert Health Foundation
100 Hospital Road P.O. Box 2127
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Condolences
Sort Comments
17 Jan 2024
8:41pm
Such a great man who was always helpful and pleasant. His knowledge of the banking system was phenomenal. Our deepest love and prayers go out to his family, loved ones and many friends.
City
HUNTINGTOWN
State
MD
18 Jan 2024
10:56am
Dear Ronnie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of JRs passing. We enjoyed many events at the hospital with both of you. His contributions to the community will be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
City
Leonardtown
State
MD
18 Jan 2024
1:39pm
Ronnie & Family,
You have my deepest condolences.
City
Bel Alton
State
MD
18 Jan 2024
1:55pm
Brenda and family, I know there are many memories you will hold close to your heart. Sending prayers of comfort for you.
Hugs and love,
Nancy
City
Huntingtown
State
Md
18 Jan 2024
2:38pm
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of JR. He was a great man who did so much for the community. I knew of JR through my father Harry Zinn who worked with him at Calvert Bank. So many memories of those times with JR, Mr. Leonard, Cathy, Judy and my dad. What a great bunch they were! Ronnie, I will be thinking of you and sending you many prayers.
City
Centreville
State
Maryland
18 Jan 2024
5:27pm
JR was the best person I ever worked for. I was JR’s Executive Secretary (1972 – 1976) when he was the Vice President in charge of the Loan Department at The Garrett National Bank in Oakland. JR always treated me with respect regarding the various duties that I took care of as he carried out the responsibilities of his position. He had a good sense of humor which complimented his overall personality. Many of my GNB coworkers have expressed the same sentiments as we have often reminisced about the “good old days” working with JR. My prayers are with Ronnie and family for comfort and peace. May wonderful memories keep JR alive in your hearts!
City
Eglon
State
WV
19 Jan 2024
11:11am
Ronnie–my prayers and thoughts with you. I always loved working with you and talking with JR—he was one of my most beloved patients I cared for and with always be remembered. He did so much for this community and will be missed. Jan
City
Owings
State
Maryland
19 Jan 2024
11:50am
Ronnie and family,
I’m so sorry to hear about JR. I enjoyed working with him at the bank. I was hoping to be there for the service tomorrow but will not be able to make it now. Thoughts and prayers.
Mike
City
Owings
State
MD
20 Jan 2024
11:16am
Mrs. Kahl,
I did not know Mr. Kahl, well. As neighbors, we were wave and nod mostly. But he was so kind to my sons whenever they encountered him. My oldest at one point told me that “Mr. JR and I talked today mom, he is so NICE. And he had warm hands.” And at that point in time, when my son said someone had warm hands, he meant that shaking hands with that person made him feel good. I know Mr. Kahl will be missed.
City
Saint Leonard
State
MD
22 Jan 2024
5:14pm
Ronnie and family,
Sorry to hear of JR’s passing. What a wonderful person and husband he was. He will be missed by so many in our community. May memories of him be passed on to generations to follow to keep his light burning. Peace.
City
HUNTINGTOWN
State
MD
22 Jan 2024
5:15pm
Ronnie and family,
I’m saddened to hear of the passing of JR. I will always treasure the time I worked with him at Calvert County bank, his mentorship and kindness towards me while my father was dying from cancer. May you find comfort and peace in your memories of him.
City
Quakertown
State
PA
22 Jan 2024
10:56pm
Hi Ronnie, so sorry to hear about JR’S passing. He was one of the best bosses to work for and have many great memories from Calvert Bank. Best wishes to you and your family.
City
Lincoln
State
GA
Sort Comments
Such a great man who was always helpful and pleasant. His knowledge of the banking system was phenomenal. Our deepest love and prayers go out to his family, loved ones and many friends.
Dear Ronnie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of JRs passing. We enjoyed many events at the hospital with both of you. His contributions to the community will be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ronnie & Family,
You have my deepest condolences.
Brenda and family, I know there are many memories you will hold close to your heart. Sending prayers of comfort for you.
Hugs and love,
Nancy
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of JR. He was a great man who did so much for the community. I knew of JR through my father Harry Zinn who worked with him at Calvert Bank. So many memories of those times with JR, Mr. Leonard, Cathy, Judy and my dad. What a great bunch they were! Ronnie, I will be thinking of you and sending you many prayers.
JR was the best person I ever worked for. I was JR’s Executive Secretary (1972 – 1976) when he was the Vice President in charge of the Loan Department at The Garrett National Bank in Oakland. JR always treated me with respect regarding the various duties that I took care of as he carried out the responsibilities of his position. He had a good sense of humor which complimented his overall personality. Many of my GNB coworkers have expressed the same sentiments as we have often reminisced about the “good old days” working with JR. My prayers are with Ronnie and family for comfort and peace. May wonderful memories keep JR alive in your hearts!
Ronnie–my prayers and thoughts with you. I always loved working with you and talking with JR—he was one of my most beloved patients I cared for and with always be remembered. He did so much for this community and will be missed. Jan
Ronnie and family,
I’m so sorry to hear about JR. I enjoyed working with him at the bank. I was hoping to be there for the service tomorrow but will not be able to make it now. Thoughts and prayers.
Mike
Mrs. Kahl,
I did not know Mr. Kahl, well. As neighbors, we were wave and nod mostly. But he was so kind to my sons whenever they encountered him. My oldest at one point told me that “Mr. JR and I talked today mom, he is so NICE. And he had warm hands.” And at that point in time, when my son said someone had warm hands, he meant that shaking hands with that person made him feel good. I know Mr. Kahl will be missed.
Ronnie and family,
Sorry to hear of JR’s passing. What a wonderful person and husband he was. He will be missed by so many in our community. May memories of him be passed on to generations to follow to keep his light burning. Peace.
Ronnie and family,
I’m saddened to hear of the passing of JR. I will always treasure the time I worked with him at Calvert County bank, his mentorship and kindness towards me while my father was dying from cancer. May you find comfort and peace in your memories of him.
Hi Ronnie, so sorry to hear about JR’S passing. He was one of the best bosses to work for and have many great memories from Calvert Bank. Best wishes to you and your family.