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This obituary was originally published in the Daily American News.
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Nupe Singhl
January 17, 2025
What a nice man, a great teacher, and a kind soul. May he be resting in peace. I am still devastated that he left us with so much more life to live. I wish I had known in time so that I could have attended the funeral and paid my respects to his widow and his family. Kenny, we will always remember you.
August 1, 2017
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August 1, 2017
Rest peacefully
Shirley & Bill Stewart
August 19, 2016
Ken and family, I am again trying to contact you and your family. A friend of Kenny's told me that he thought you were still in Illinois. Our prayers are forever for you and your family in loss of your dear son as he rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus.
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August 18, 2016
Rest in peace .
Shirley &Bill Stewart
July 31, 2015
God bless his family. They are in our prayers,
July 29, 2015
sending prayers, today especially
July 29, 2014
Rest in peace . You are in our prayers.
January 20, 2014
Rest in peace
Shirley and husband Bill Stewart
November 16, 2012
Kenneth and Shirley, our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family in the loss of your son Kenny. I was doing some genealogy research to locate you when I found Kenny's obituary. I am a grand niece of your mother Eva. My grandmother Cordie was aunt Evie's sister. Kenneth you might remember me visiting in West Frankfort from FLorida with my grandparents when we were just kids. God Bless your son as he now rest in peace. I would love to hear from you. Our prayers ar with you and your family always.
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Jim Belk
August 21, 2011
I first met Kenny on a 3 week tour of Japan in the late '90's. We were roommates on that tour so Kenny and I had a lot of downtime together to explore Japan. I also got him on a Beatles show at the MGM Grand Theme Park in Las Vegas where he had to assume the role of George Harrison complete with wig and Beatle Boots. We laughed so much durning that gig and really became good friends. My wife Megan and I will miss him dearly even though we didn't see him much since he relocated to Dallas. Our condolences and prayers are with you all.
Marco Chincarini
August 20, 2011
I remember being so nervous inside when I had my first lesson with Ken. I wasn't really sure what to expect from it, but as soon as I got there he welcomed me kindly and showed me a love for both the guitar and music. It was a new world to me, but he walked me through it and showed me how to love it as well. He was a very patient and generous man; I remember when he took the time to meet me and my father at Guitar Center to help me look for my first real guitar. I was so excited when I got it, not just because I had a fine instrument to play but because he was there to help me find the right one. I am forever grateful to have had the honor of being his student, as well as calling him my friend. Rest in peace Ken, you will never be forgotten.
Courtney Scott
August 20, 2011
To Ken's family and friends I send my apologies and to myself a rest in peace. I loved Ken and I was only his student for about two years. I had grown to know him and he was like family to me. He was very important to me and my family, especially my parents. Everyday when I got out of class I couldn't stop talking about what we talked about or the lessons we learned. He was one of the biggest inspirations on me and made me feel like I was worth something in this world. He taught me how to be happy and also taught me how to play my favorite instrument: the guitar. I wrote an instrumental song in his memory. I'm sure it was a lot of fun walking up that Stairway To Heaven! I'm sure you're smiling down on all of us right now. Rest In Peace! I love you! <3
Courtney Scott
August 20, 2011
I love and miss you terribly, Ken. You were a huge inspiration to me and I will always keep my guitar close. I know you're shining down on everyone down here that loves and cares for you while you smile up there in Heaven. You'll never be forgotten by me and my family. I love you. Rest In Peace Ken. <3
Walter Cowger
August 16, 2011
I took lessons from Ken for about four years. He was a really talented player - could play just about anything - and was very patient with an old (60) and low-talented student like me. He also spent lots of time outside of our lessons transcribing stuff from records. A great guy, and I'll sure miss him.
August 15, 2011
i just found this out today and i am a student of his. I am still in shock. He was an amazing teacher and he had a wonderful personality. He will be missed.
-God Bless
For Kenny - My teacher, mentor, and friend
Jack Sweda
August 12, 2011
August 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 11, 2011
"Tuesdays with Kenny." That is what Jack and our family called his lesson every Tuesday at 3:00. An hour long highlight of Jack's week where music was learned, ideas were exchanged, Nessie would howl at Jack's bad notes, many laughs were had, and most importantly, Jack, our 8 year old son, found a friend in Kenny.
We were so incredibly blessed to have him in our life. Kenny was so gifted, so patient and so thoughtful. Our family will miss him terribly. Please know that our hearts go out to you, we are thinking of you and sending support to lift you up.
Please find comfort in the fact that he greatly touched a precious, little soul, who we call Jackie Blue, and for that we will be forever grateful.
With Loving Care,
Stewart, Dawn, Jack, George and Sophia Sweda
August 11, 2011
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Williams,
Kenny was such a special person - talented and kind, with a wonderful sense of humor. We miss him terribly. He was such an inspiring and patient guitar teacher to our grandson, Jack, who is 8 years old. Kenny passed away the day we left on a family trip, and we were so shocked and saddened to hear of his death. That evening, after swimming, Jack said he wanted to play his guitar, which he had brought with him on the trip. We had not yet told him about Kenny's death, so when he started to play we were all extremely moved. We felt so close to your son at that time.
Please accept our prayers and deepest sympathy. We will always remember your son as the wonderful person that he was.
Jan and Ed Sweda -
Kristeighna Noble
August 9, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Kenny's passing. I was a current student of Kenny's and had been for four years. His love of music, his love of teaching and his genuine caring for his students will be missed by many people. He was a friend who inspired me to keep improving. My thoughts are with his family and relatives at this time.
Donna houston-masterson
August 8, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of Kenny~my thoughts and prayers are with you as you go thru this difficult time
Martha Hermes - Speers
August 5, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about Kenny. We graduated together in 1972 and played together in our high school band. He was a wonderful young man....one I will never forget. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Linda Eaton
August 4, 2011
Dear Shirley, Kenny and Barbara--I was so very sorry to hear of Kenny, Jr.'s passing. I know how you treasured him and I was so grateful that he found happiness with Barbara. Shirley, I had just run across the pictures you sent at Christmas of 2008, that included some shots of Kenny and Barbara--I especially love the one with Barbara's leaning her head on his shoulder. They look so happy together. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this difficult time. Please call me when you are able, Shirley, so we can talk about your wonderful son. Love, Linda
Tracy Berwick
August 4, 2011
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Williams,
I was so heart broken to hear of your son's passing. I met him a few years ago in Texas and he was one of the most special people I ever had the honor of knowing. He was an incredibly talented man and will be missed terrbily by so many. My prayers are with your family and Kenny that he may rest in internal peace!
Julie Wilson
August 4, 2011
Barbara - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as you go through this difficult time.
~ Frisco Humane Society
Bonnie Maller
August 4, 2011
Shirley and Kenneth, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Kenny. I always enjoyed when he would come to the house and visit Joe and I when he was home. It was so much fun to listen to the two of them tell stories of the past. I am thinking of you both and will keep you in my prayers, may God be with you through this difficult time.
Debra Burgower
August 3, 2011
Mr. & Mrs. Williams - I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Kenny. He was a great musician and a gentle soul. Kenny, my brother Chris Bernhard, Bruce Brown, and Kevin Richmond were in a band together. What fun going to see them. I know they feel they have lost a wonderful friend. God's peace.
Sam Jordan
August 3, 2011
May GOD grant you peace and strength in this time of sorrow. Kenny was a high school classmate of mine, and was a joy to be around. From the comments I have read here, it is obvious he did not change over the years. I know he was loved and will be missed, but not forgotten.
Bryan Lawrence
August 3, 2011
Kenny was my first guitar teacher. Yes, he was accomplished on the guitar, but he was also a really pleasant guy to be around...a nice guy to have known. He will be missed. So sorry for your loss.
Gary Hardeman
August 3, 2011
Kenny was such a kind and gentle soul. I treasure the time we were able to share our music together and am thankful for the things he taught me.
August 3, 2011
DEAR Kenny and Shirley, We are so very sorry to here of yourlost I WISH i could take all your pain away for you . I WILL Keep you in my prays always Our Love Is with you both. Your loving sister and brother in law. Morene and Randall Quarton . Virden IL 62690 Contact Us.
Jim Haidinyak
August 3, 2011
Barbara, and Mr. and Mrs. Williams, I am sorry for your loss. Kenny left too soon. He was a band mate of mine in the late 70's and we played together in the Billy Cole Reed Band as well as our own band. We just recently started writing each other after many years. The time I spent with Kenny is something I look back on often and remember foundly. He was a good man, a great friend. The world has truely been a better place with him in it.
Terry Summers
August 3, 2011
Mr. and Mrs. Williams,
It has been many years since I have saw you or Kenny but childhood memories of growing up in the neighborhood with Kenny are still vivid and even then it was evident that Kenny was a gifted and special individual. My condolences to you.
Randy Howell
August 3, 2011
I hadn't seen Kenny in years, but always remember he always had us kids in Freeman Spur playing a game, bike races, anything to have fun. He was something special, and will always be remembered.
Randy Howell
August 2, 2011
We were very fortunate to have met Kenny. He was a gentle soul and was very talented with the guitar! He left us all too soon - Our prayers are with both families. May the Lord keep and bless him till we meet again.
The Bensons in Minnesota
Chris Bernhard
August 2, 2011
Shirley and Kenneth,
I am very sad at the loss of your son and my friend. We spent many days playing music together. I have some wonderful memories and will miss him as well. I have just learned that I currently live just 40 min from where he lived in Frisco. If only I had known. I am so sorry...
Chris Bernhard bandmate
August 2, 2011
Kenneth and Shirley
I am just shocked. Kenny was one of my best friends. Years ago he
taught me "Mood for a Day" by YES. I can still play the intro. We always had a good time teaching each other something on the guitar.
He could get it in one take. I took me several. He was a gifted musician and I still have some of the cassette tapes he sent me when
I lived in Georiga. While I was stationed in the Army in Berlin in the early 80's I went to a German record store and low and behold there
was one of Kennys favorite albums, Casually Classic by Los Indios
Tabajas. I bought it for him as it was impossible to find in the states.
And the next time I was home on leave I made sure he got it. He was
so appreciative.
Above all Kenny was gentleman. A quality hard to find in men today.
I hope he has found peace. God bless you both. And I shall never forget him.
Bill Huff
1973
Bruce Brown
August 2, 2011
Dear Mr and Mrs Williams, I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you.
Some of my fondest memories and some of the best times of my young life were when Kenny, Kevin, Chris and I played music together. We were a band. I loved it and know Kenny did too. We spent many a late night jamming, listening to music or just talking about guitars. He worked very hard at being a good player, and he was. I'll never forget Kenny. He'll always be a part of me. Rest in peace my old friend.
Bruce Brown
Carey Kennedy
August 2, 2011
My son Reece, age 11, started taking guitar lessons from Mr. Williams 4 months ago. Although we had only known Mr. Williams for a short time he made a big impact on my son and his love of the guitar. Mr. Williams' encouragement, sense of humor, and fun music assignments made Reece's guitar lesson something he really looked forward to. We are glad to have known him if only for a short time.
Brad & Gail Adelsberger-Evans
August 2, 2011
Kenny & Shirley, I'm so sorry to hear about Kenny,it was a shock. I was sitting here watching weather when they said temp. in Dallas was 109,my first thought was of Kenny,thought boy hotter than any summer we had growing up. Five minutes later,my son calls me asked if heard about Kenny,and he told me,told him you wouldn't believe who I was just thinking about.He "s a sweet guy,always was. I found my 4th.birthday party pic couple of months ago,there he was standing there beside me.He won't be forgotten.
August 2, 2011
Kenny & Shirley, I'm so sorry to hear about Kenny,it was a shock. I was sitting here watching weather when they said temp. in Dallas was 109,my first thought was of Kenny,thought boy hotter than any summer we had growing up. Five minutes later,my son calls me asked if heard about Kenny,and he told me,told him you wouldn't believe who I was just thinking about.He "s a sweet guy,always was. I found my 4th.birthday party pic couple of months ago,there he was standing there beside me.He won't be forgotten.
August 2, 2011
I just heard about,Kenny.We always had fun during the summers on our,motorcycles.He a special person.We were in Vegas not to long ago,was going to look him up in Laughlin.,Curt told me he was married and in Dallas,I was happy to hear he had found her.It's hard but he's with Grandpa & Grandma Lemons,shout she's probably got him a new suit made!It's funny I'm sitting here was watching weather, and it said it was a 109 in Dallas. I thought of Kenny.Wasn't five min.later my son called to tell me about him,very shocking.Your in our prayers.
Julie Hancock-Parkhill
August 2, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Kenny's passing. He was a great classmate and fellow band member. My prayers are with you.
Kevin Richmond
August 2, 2011
Shirley and Kenneth,
I will keep your family in my prayers. I wept when I heard the news of Kenny's death. He was a great friend to me even though we had not seen each other for many years. I will always remember him as a good friend and an extremely gifted musician whose wonderful guitar playing made the world a more beautiful place. Kenny, may you rest in peace in the arms of God.
Petrwska & Robert Nicholson
August 2, 2011
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Williams-
We were friends of Kenny's here in Frisco. My husband took guitar lessons from Kenny. His memory will live with us every time we hear a guitar. Kenny was a kind and gentle man who is missed. May God give you strength during this tough time.
Regards,
The Nicholson's, Frisco, Texas
Mark Samuels
August 2, 2011
He could play that guitar like ringin' a bell. Go, Kenny, go.
richard Gulley
August 2, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Connie & Kenny Sloan
August 2, 2011
To Shirley and Kenneth, So sorry to here of your son's passing. keeping you and his wife in our prayers.!
Mike&Mickey Patton
August 2, 2011
My sweet friends, I am so sorry for the loss of your precious boy. He was one of the finest friends I ever had. I will always treasure my memories of him. My heart breaks for you, I know the pain. We love you......
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