Kenneth Douglas Royar's obituary , Passed away on September 24, 2025 in Iowa City, Iowa

Kenneth Douglas Royar

July 6, 1936 - September 24, 2025 (89 years old)

Iowa City, Iowa

Kenneth Douglas Royar's obituary , Passed away on September 24, 2025 in Iowa City, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gay & Ciha Funeral Home

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Kenneth Douglas Royar

July 6, 1936 - September 24, 2025 (89 years old)

Iowa City, Iowa

Kenneth Douglas Royar Obituary

In loving memory of Kenneth Douglas Royar (Iowa City, Iowa), who departed this world on September 24, 2025 at the age of 89. Kenneth leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Kenneth is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Kenneth's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Royar and Virgina Cordray Royar. He is survived by: his wife Gayle; his children, Anne Kerber (Andy), Retired Major Gen and Rachael Vivian (Travis); and his siblings, Robert Royar and Ginger Lawhon (Mack).

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 29th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church (214 E Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA 52245). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 29th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, please consider the above memorial or a memorial of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gay & Ciha Funeral Home



Sat

Nov 29

Visitation

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

First United Methodist Church
214 E Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA 52245

Sat

Nov 29

Memorial service

11:00 AM

First United Methodist Church
214 E Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA 52245

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