Kennie Sather

Kennie Sather obituary, Durand, IL

Kennie Sather

Kennie Sather Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McCorkle Funeral Home - Rockton on Mar. 3, 2025.

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Kennie Sather, 71, of South Beloit, IL died on Sunday March 2, 2025. He was born June 2, 1953 in Rockford, IL the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bjorn and Katherine (Masoner) Sather, Sr. Kennie graduated from Harlem High School.
Kennie enjoyed woodworking, NASCAR Racing, he loved putting jigsaw puzzles together and spending time with family. He enjoyed showing off his rock collection.
Survivors include sisters Inger (Larry) Braun; Gale (Dave) Boyer; brother Bjorn (Joni) Sather, Jr.; nephew Jason (Lisa) Braun; niece Sofie Braun, nephew Paul (Haley) Boyer; several great nieces and nephews; a great-great niece.
Predeceased by his parents.
A graveside ceremony will be held at 11:30 am Thursday March 6, 2025 in Rockton Township Cemetery, 600 West Street, Rockton, IL with Pastor Adam Meyer officiating.

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