Kenny Likins

Kenny Likins obituary, Wheeling, WV

Kenny Likins

Kenny Likins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kepner Funeral Home - Elm Grove on Jul. 31, 2024.

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G. K. "Kenny" Likins, 70, of Wheeling, WV, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 after a long battle against cancer.
He was born October 1, 1953, son of the late Dewey and June Scritchfield Likins.
Kenny was a retired member of Iron Workers Local 549. He was a lifelong lover of music, all types of sports and especially his family.
He was a graduate of Triadelphia High School and a member of the Cave Club. He sang on the Jamboree in the 60's and 70's with Wheeling Symphony Chorus, The Camerata Choir of Wheeling and at many area churches. He sang with two groups, the Mike Oliver Band and the Phyvovus.
He is survived by his wife, Sue Floto Likins; daughters, Anna (Jim) Moore and Beverly (Jason) Pockl; and grandchildren, Devyn Nickerson, Brooke, Clay, Dylan and Faith Moore, and J.T. and Reagan Pockl.
There will be no services. Interment in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Wheeling, will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements by Kepner Funeral Home, 166 Kruger St., Wheeling (304-242-2311).
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