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Kenneth Breese Obituary
Kenny was born on August 2, 1943, in Manhattan, the son of Maynard and Georgia (Cyrene) Breese. He grew up in Manhattan and graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 1961. After high school Kenny served in the United State Navy in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1965.
Kenny worked at the McCall Pattern Company as a pressman, he retired after 39 years at Mc Call's. Kenny enjoyed being with his many family members and friends. He was a member of the American Legion Post 260 in St. George and Post 17 in Manhattan. Kenny was a lifetime member of the VFW and was a member of the 40&8 Club.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters: Patricia Staatz, Cherie Quintero, and Anita Taylor.
Kenny is survived by his close friend Angie Coleman, who was there for Kenny and to help with his care. He will be missed by his many nieces and nephews, cousins and family members and friends.
A visitation will be held on Monday October 7, 2024, from 6:00 until 7:00p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday October 8, 2024, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. A private burial will be held at the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Kenny to the St. George American Legion. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.ymlfunerahome.com
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