Kenneth McCurry
Kenneth McCurry, age 67, died Sunday, March 23, 2014 at his home in rural Morton County, Kansas. He was born May 12, 1946 in Canon City, Colorado, the son of Jesse Edward and Rosie (Smith) McCurry.
Kenny grew up in Hugoton. In 1966, he married Shirley K. Chapman in Liberal, Kansas. They moved to Wichita, Kansas where he was a welder for Koch Engineering for 13 years. After moving back to Rolla, he continued welding. Kenny was rarely seen without his wife. They enjoyed fishing and watching movies together. Kenny also collected stamps and coins, and was a member of the NRA.
He is survived by his daughter, Sherry Hanna and husband Mark of Edmond, Oklahoma; two brothers, Glen McCurry of Colorado, Jesse McCurry of Oregon; sister, Sandra Smith of Liberal, Kansas; and three grandchildren.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Shirley McCurry.
Kenny will be laid to rest with his in-laws, Lawrence and Mildred Chapman, at 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 27, 2014 at Faith Tabernacle Church in Liberal, Kansas with Pastor Rex Petty officiating. Memorials may be given to The Kempe Foundation for abused children in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 423 S Main, Hugoton, KS 67951.
