Photo courtesy of Teahen Funeral Home - Cedar Rapids
Jun 27, 1934 - Aug 22, 2017
Sharon, Mary and the entire Volz family-I was so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Deb Palen
August 26, 2017 | Sun City West, AZ
My condolences to he entire family. It hasn't been a good year so far for you. I'm really sorry.
Tammy (Sebers) Rowe
August 25, 2017 | Coralville, IA
John & Ellen - I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you all and comfort you in your time of need.
Rhonda Purdy
August 25, 2017 | Atkins, IA
To the Volz family: Though I did not know your Dad, I did know most of your family, and the influence he had on all of you is evident of the great family you are. Many prayers coming your way during this difficult time. May your wonderful family memories bring you some peace.
Diane Salat
August 24, 2017 | Cedar Rapids, IA
Our condolences to they entire family for their loss and our love to aunt Catherine.
Donald Holtz
August 24, 2017 | Jefferson Hills, PA
Cindy Hafner
August 24, 2017 | Cedar Rapids, IA
I can't begin to say how much you will be missed. You were a wonderful father and a great grandfather. You always made sure that your family was safe and taken care of. You were loved by them and many others. You always made me feel welcome and that meant a lot to me.
Rest in Peace Pops.
Cindy Hafner
August 24, 2017 | Cedar Rapids, IA
We are saddened to learn of Kenneth's passing. The Volz family is wonderful and we're sure much of that is a tribute to the model and leadership that Kenneth and Catherine provided to their family. May the wonderful memories of family time together comfort you and sustain you. Please know that all of the family is, and will be, in our thoughts and prayers!
Gary and Nancy Strandberg
August 23, 2017 | Cedar Rapids, IA
Dad, I feel I'll never be the same without you. You've always been the strongest man In my life. You gave me security always. You were always a phone call away. I always knew how much you loved us all. Now I know it's Ken Ken time enjoy your time in peace with your son. Thanking you for fighting so hard for us. You never showed the pain you were in. I'm glad you trusted us to take care of Mama. I'll never see your smile again, and see you point your finger, and never forget my last kiss. I'm...
August 23, 2017
Kenneth A. Volz, Sr., 83, of Cedar Rapids, died Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy. Services: Saturday at 10:30, at St. Jude Catholic Church by the Rev. Mark Reasoner. Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family on Friday at Teahen Funeral Home from 4 to 7 p.m., and on Saturday after 9:30 a.m. at the church.
Kenneth is survived by his wife of 60 years, Catherine; son, John (Ellen) Volz; daughters, Karen Volz (Lance Heeren), Sharon Volz, Mary (Michael) Hansen, and Ann Volz all of Cedar Rapids, and Sara (Rob) Keller, of Dubuque; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; a brother, Jon O. Volz of Cedar Rapids; sister, Molly B. McMullen of Cedar Rapids; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Kenneth is preceded in death by his son, Kenneth, Jr.; stepfather Richard McMullen; stepmother Vera Volz; and sister, LeAnn Homan.
Kenneth was born on June 27, 1934 in Cedar Rapids, the son of Kenneth and Emma Mrstyk Volz. He attended McKinley High School, and was a veteran of the Marine Corps. On October 26, 1957 he married Catherine Holtz at Immaculate Conception Church in Cedar Rapids. In 1989, he retired as a supervisor after 30 years of service with the United States Postal Office. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church.
Kenneth was a dedicated, loving father who enjoyed spending time collecting coins, fishing, and being with his family. He was the family dispatcher, and was always there ready to respond when someone needed help. Kenneth will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Memorials may be directed to the family.
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