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Kenneth Kieft

09/26/1944 - 02/11/2026

BORN

09/26/1944

DIED

02/11/2026

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Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services - The Lee Chapel

6291 Harvey St.

Norton Shores, Michigan

Kenneth Kieft Obituary

Kenneth Alan Kieft, age 81, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Muskegon, MI. He was born on September 26, 1944, and spent most of his life in Norton Shores, MI. Kenneth served his country as a member of The United States Marine Corps and later dedicated over 35 years of service as a police officer before retiring from the Norton Shores Police Department. In his free time, Kenneth enjoyed riding his motorcycle, flying kites, spending time with his cats, watching movies, and sharing what he believed were well-timed "dad jokes" that reflected his sense of humor. His is survived by his wife: Elizabeth Kieft (nee Wood); his daughters; Kristine Kieft of Grand Rapids and LeAnn Kieft of Petoskey; his brothers: Lawrence Kieft, Steven Kieft and David Kieft. A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements through The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St. Norton Shores, MI. 49444. Please consider signing the family's online guestbook and share memories at sytsemafh.com

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Published by Muskegon Chronicle from Feb. 15 to Feb. 17, 2026.

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LeAnn Kieft

February 24, 2026

Hi `Pappas´,
I miss you so much already. Many miles separated us, but I´ll hold on to all of the good memories when we were together - from growing up, until the hours we spent together this past Christmas. I love you. Xo,
Nanners

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Sharon sullivan

February 17, 2026

Sorry for your loss . I know Ken through my brother in law Robert Kieft . Thank you for your service to our country and for protecting us as a police officer.

Vicki Whiting

February 17, 2026

Thank you for your service as a police officer.

Eric Ulfsax, Southport NC

February 15, 2026

Semper Fidelis and Thank you fir walking the "Blue Line".

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