Kenneth Kendall

KENNETH E. KENDALL

New London

Kenneth E. Kendall, 93, of New London, died Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at his home.

He was born March 30, 1927, in Yarmouth, Iowa, to Fred Elton and Frances Johnson Kendall. On May 25, 1967, he married Janet Marie Stotts in Carthage, Ill. He was a graduate of Morning Sun High School and was of the Methodist faith.

Three weeks before his 18th birthday he enlisted in the Navy and served in occupied Japan during World War II. Kenneth was a manager at IRC for many years and then was a farm manager for Bear Creek, Ill., and Big Creek, rural New London.

He was a member of VFW Post #7641. He enjoyed fishing, horses and farming. He was an extraordinary woodworker and loved being a grandfather and having them all around.

Mr. Kendall is survived by his wife of New London, son, Wes (Linda) Kendall of Mount Pleasant; daughters, Carolyn (Mike) Byrum of Mount Pleasant, Cynthia (Johnny) Hillyer of Mount Pleasant, Michelle (John) Collins of Littlefield, Texas, and Camille (Aaron) Daw of Kahoka, Mo.; 11 grandchildren; and many great- and great-great-grandchildren.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Kay Kendall; and sisters, Dorothy, Irene and Lucille.

According to his wishes, his body has been cremated and there will be no services. Condolences may be sent to Janet Kendall, 2365 300th St., New London, IA 52645.

Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.