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Kenneth Gentler, Age 88

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Kenneth D. Gentler, 88, formerly of Portis, KS, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018 in Temple, TX at the Wildflower House. He was born to Leslie & Alma (Schenk) Gentzler of Fairbury, NE. When Kenny was 2 years old, his family moved to Portis, KS, where he lived most of his life. He moved to Texas 2 years ago. Kenneth graduated from Portis High School in 1948. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951-1954. Kenneth married Carolyn Bell & to this union, 2 daughters were born. Kenneth worked as a Bulk Oil Salesman for Midway Coop. He also helped to build several buildings in Portis, KS. Kenneth got his first Harley motorcycle when he was 40 years old. He was a member of the Grace Brethren Church of Portis.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn in 2011. He is survived by his daughters: Kena Stroup of International Falls, MN; Keely (Jim) Throneburg of Killeen, TX; brother: Norman Gentzler of Overland Park, KS; 6 grandchildren & 8 great-grandchildren.

Donations may be made to: Hospice

VISITATION
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Clark-Gashaw Funeral Chapel
238 N. 1st St.
Osborne, KS 67473

FUNERAL SERVICE
Thursday, August 16, 2018
10:00 AM
Grace Brethren Church
Portis, KS 67474

 

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