Kenneth Bates Obituary
The family of Kenneth Bates of Kewanee, Illinois announces his passing on October 25, 2026. Kenneth, born on May 23, 1927, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harvey Bates and Florence Bates (Nelson); his brothers, Everett Bates and Mervin Bates; and his brother-in-law Raymond Johnson.
He is survived by: his wife Donna Jean Johnson; his daughters, Mary Bates-Borowski of Austin, TX and Laurie Smith (Rob) of St. Cloud, FL; his grandchildren, Cole Borowski, Madison Borowski, Taylor Wilhelm (Leighton), Amanda Gentry (Trent) and Marshall Smith; his great grandchild Hudson Gentry; his sister Shirley Gruszeczka of Kewanee; and his sister-in-law Lois Johnson of Geneseo.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 28th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Golnick-Kewanee Funeral Home (219 E 2nd St, Kewanee, IL 61443). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 28th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
The family has chosen to send donations to Kewanee Veterans CouncilDonate Now (https://www.facebook.com).
