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Kenneth Heeren Obituary
Kenneth Heeren, 72, of Sioux Falls, went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday evening, July 11, 2013 at Sanford USD Medical Center, Sioux Falls due mesothelioma. He was born in 1941 and grew up near Chancellor graduating from Chancellor High in 1959. In 1960 he married Harriet Meyer, The couple lived in Tea, Humboldt and Sioux Falls. He worked for Xcel Energy for 34 years retiring in 1995. He attended Central Baptist Church and had also served on church boards at First Reformed Church. He served on NAMI-SD Board, SD Board of Trustees and the Governor's Advisory Council on Mental Health. Survivors: wife, Harriet, Sioux Falls; children: Troy (Dawn) Heeren, Brooklyn Park, MN and Tricia (Wayne) Fish, Watertown; one granddaughter, Rachel Heeren, Inver Grove Heights, MN; siblings: Dona Johnson and Duane (Verla) Heeren both of Sioux Falls, brother-in-law, Russel Peters, Sioux Falls and sisters-in-law: Frances (Clarence) Smit, Lennox and Marlene (Donald) Sinning, Sioux Falls. Graveside services will begin at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 17 at Woodlawn Cemetery with a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday July 17 at Central Baptist Church, Sioux Falls. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Heritage Funeral Home, Sioux Falls, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. The family requests memorial gifts to Children's Care Hospital & School or the National Alliance of Mental Illness. Dindot-Klusmann Funeral Home, Lennox is in charge of arrangements. Online go to dindotklusmann.com
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Kris Anderson
July 17, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ronitta Sandahl
July 15, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of Ken's dealth. He was a great youth leader to me and whenever I saw him over the years always had time to talk & ask how my family was. Very caring person and will be greatly missed.
Donna White
July 15, 2013
Sorry to hear about Ken, many years ago, he saved me on a cold winters afternoon when my car stalled on interstate. He picked me up and gave me ride home. Will always remember the kindness.
Roxanne Lynch
July 14, 2013
So very sorry to hear about Ken, I worked at NSP/XCEL and remember Ken with great fondness...always friendly and a very honest delightful person...
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Char LaFrenz
July 14, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Ken's death. We have been hearing of your struggles during his illness through Ardis. Please know we are continuing to think and pray for you with your loss.
Norine & Jeff Strobel
July 14, 2013
My uncle will be greatly missed. He was the ultimate example of a Godly man, committed to his family, genuine and generous.
Kelly Vorachek
July 14, 2013
Sorry to hear about Ken, he was a great mentor for me at work and always enjoyed his company and sense of humor.
Jill Patterson
July 13, 2013
So very sorry for the loss of your husband and best friend, dad and grandfather. May you all feel Gods comfort during this difficult time.
Maury and Vickie Versteeg
July 13, 2013
Harriet and family,We extend our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one.Ken was an awesome guy and our family has good memories of him and you Harriet as youth sponsors when our kids were growing up.They enjoyed those special times and trips they took.We will keep you and your family in our prayers.God bles you all and may he be with you at this difficult time.
Judie Johnson Myers
July 13, 2013
Scott just mentioned Ken's passing on FB. You all have my sincere sympathy and prayers for your comfort.
July 13, 2013
I m so sorry for your loss. He was a great friend and will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, Sally DeNeui
Reda Kilgore
July 13, 2013
Harriet, I am so sorry to see the notice that Ken has passed. However, we all know now that he is with the Lord. Praise His Holy name. Reda Kilgore
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