Deputy Sheriff John "Sonny" Kuhar, Jr.
Cambria County Sheriff's Office, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Saturday, November 28, 2020
JOHN "SONNY" KUHAR, JR.
Deputy Sheriff Sonny Kuhar died as the result of complications after contracting COVID-19 while on duty at the Cambria County Human Services and 911 building in Ebensburg.
Deputy Kuhar had served in law enforcement for 60 years, starting in 1960. Prior to joining the Cambria County Sheriff's Office in the 1980s he had served with the Vintondale Borough Police Department, Nanty Glo Borough Police Department, and Blacklick Township Police Department. He is survived by his wife, four children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
In early 2020, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the country contracted COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic due to requirements of their job. Many of these first responders died as a result of COVID-19.
BIO
- Age 79
- Tour 60 years
- Badge 13
INCIDENT DETAILS
- Cause COVID19
- Incident Date Not available