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Kenny Terrell age 71 of Somerset, Kentucky passed from this life Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Jean Waddle Care Center.
Kenny was born February 27, 1948 to the late John Henry Terrell and Doris Edna Bishop Terrell in Harlan County, Kentucky.
He was of the Baptist faith, after retiring from the Ford Motor Company and the Wood Haven Stamping Plant he moved to Somerset, Ky. He was a volunteer at God’s Food Pantry, a UAW member, he enjoyed water rafting, fishing, but most of all his family and friends.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Billy Joe Terrell; sisters, Phyllis Simpson and Sharon Conover.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Roark Terrell; daughters, Robin Kiser (Tim Tyree) of Romulus Michigan; Tina Leonard (Don) of Romulus, Michigan; Donna Terrell of West Land, Michigan; brothers, Jim Terrell of Dallas, Georgia; Ronnie Terrell of Summerville, Florida; seven grandchildren, Trisha Leonard; Donavan Leonard (Megan); Larry Terrell; Laura Ingersol (Michael); Steven Kiser; Heather Kitchens; Michelle Kitchens; and eight great grandchildren.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 15, 2019 from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Southern Oaks Funeral Home with a funeral service to begin at 2:00 P.M. with Bro. James Hill officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or Penrickton Blind School 26530 Eureka Rd. Taylor, MI 48180.
Burial will be in the Michigan Memorial Cemetery in Flat Rock, Michigan.
Southern Oaks Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Kenny Terrell.
Can’t believe you’re gone. Will Love you always.
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Ken. What a truly kind man who loved his wife, family and friends beyond measure! May he rest in the arms of our Lord without any more pain or struggle until we may be blessed to see him again one day.
Lots of love and prayers for ALL of the Terrell Family, especially my Mom’s Bestie, Mary Lou! XOXOXO We have made a donation to the American Cancer Society in his memory hoping it will help others as we know Ken would have wanted that. Rest peacefully, Ken!
My best friend at Pathfork, ky. Kenny, Gary Freeman and i were a trio at Blackstar school. So sorry to hear of his passing. I’ ll meet him on the other side, your buddy Denny Matheny.
Phillip and I were very saddened to hear about Kenny. It was hard to believe when I first read it. I hope you and your family are doing well, it sounds like you all have a beautiful family. I pray for you that God will keep his loving arms around you and give you comfort always. I have nothing but good memories about all of us growing up together. Take care. Donna