Kenneth Bearden

Marion Kenneth “Kenny” Dale Bearden, 72, went home to the Lord at 7:30pm on February 28th, 2012 surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held at 3pm Friday, March 2nd 2012 at the Blue Funeral Home in Marion. There will be a time of visitation at the funeral home from 1 until 3pm with the Rev. Derek Shaw officiating. Memorial donations can be made to the Celiac Disease Foundations or the Disabled American Veterans and will be received at the funeral home or may be mailed C/O Blue Funeral Home PO Box 411 Marion IL 62959. Kenny was born August 21st, 1939 in Marion to Rannie and Jackie (Cavis) Bearden. He proudly served in the US Navy and was a Lineman from the Local 702. He enjoyed motorcycles, cars and several very special dogs throughout his life. He recently accepted the Lord as his Savior, was much loved by his family and friends and will be missed by all who knew him. Survivors include: Daughter Kendra Chamness Granddaughter Alexis and Scott Hankey Granddaughter Megan Chamness Great Grandchildren Cameron and Brayden Hankey Sister Shirley and Leo Powell Several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Bill Bearden.