Kenneth Boyce "Kenny" Edwards, Sr., 86, Townsend, WI, formerly of Oak Creek, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2016. He was born in Warren, Arkansas on November 24, 1929, to John and Sybil (Sloan) Edwards.
Kenny was a proud veteran of the US Navy and the Korean War. He was a retiree of Allen Bradley. He was a loving and adored husband, a much loved dad and a cherished "Gramps."
Survivors include his wife, JoAnn (Dumas); children Dale (John) Hochevar, Ken (Jane) Edwards Jr., Todd (Karen) Borman, Lisa Chopin, John (Beth) Edwards, Barbara Edwards, and Julie (Steve) Delebreau.
Kenny was further survived by his grandchildren, John Kenneth (Lisa), Erica, Jesse, Lindsay (Mike), Jesse (Brittany), Hanna, Melissa, Brittany, Katelyn, Carla, Jennifer, Sam, Trent, and Dylan, as well as eight great-grandchildren and many other family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia, parents John and Sybil, brother Gary Edwards, and grandson Joshua Carver.
Family and friends may call at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 305 N. Tenth Street, De Pere, on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 beginning at 4:00 PM. A Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 PM. Please go to www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the charity of your choice.
A special thank you goes out to granddaughter Lindsay who was never far from Gramps side. Because of her tireless and loving devotion, we know he received the best care possible. Heartfelt thanks also to Unity Hospice, Manor Care East and the VA.