Kenneth W. DeDonder Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth W. DeDonder (Emporia, Kansas), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 16, 2026 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Leo F. DeDonder and Helen DeDonder (Trear); his wife Terry DeDonder; his children, Kevin DeDonder (Misty), Kris DeDonder (Carly), Keith DeDonder (Sarah), Kelly DeDonder (Kiley), Kimberly Scheets (Bryan) and Karen Garrison (Wes); his siblings, Larry DeDonder (Linda), Leon DeDonder (Kathy), Eugene DeDonder (Jeanie), Ron DeDonder (Lori), Geralyn Arndt (Mike) and Maryln Ross (Tom); and his grandchildren, Bethany, Leo, Owen, Andrea, Skyler, Kadyn, Kerrick, Kason, Kolden DeDonder, Isaac, Helen, Benjamin Garrison, Klay, Kaci and Kenna DeDonder. He was also cherished by many extended family members and friends.

A memorial has been established and will be designated later.