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Kenneth D. Unzicker

Dec. 11, 1934 - Jan. 20, 2024

NORMAL - Kenneth D. Unzicker, 89, of Normal, passed away on January 20, 2024, at Carle Health Methodist in Peoria.

He was born on December 11, 1934, in Washburn, to the late Earl and Josephine Ulrich Unzicker.

He married Barbara Roth on February 2, 1957, in Metamora at the Mennonite Church. She survives.

He was a brother to the late, Carl (Arletta) Unzicker, Carol "Susie" Prill, Sharon Visser, and the late Joyce Unzicker. He was also an uncle, cousin and friend to many.

Kenneth worked as an anesthesiologist, and in his free time, he enjoyed being outside taking care of his lawn and garden.

A private service has been held with Rev. Traig Whittaker. Burial of his cremains was in Roanoke Mennonite Cemetery.

Condolences and tributes can be sent to family at www.ruestmanharrisfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Pantagraph on Feb. 15, 2024.

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Diana R Ducett

February 18, 2024

I worked with Ken for a short time in the operating room. He was a kind, soft spoken, and gentle man. Blessed to have known and worked with him

Carol DeVault

February 17, 2024

Ken was the first male to enter Mennonite School of Nursing and spent his entire life taking care of other. So sorry for your lose.

Gail Wilson

February 15, 2024

I worked with Ken at OSF St. Joseph Hospital in Bloomington and Eastland Surgicenter. He was always very kind and caring, and I considered him a friend. I took care of him in Recovery Room when he had his surgery. I am sorry for your loss, and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ellen Donovan

February 15, 2024

I knew Ken from Mennonite hospital surgery. He was always there to help and support. Such a sweet and caring man. May he rest in peace.

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