“Kenny” Kahle, 75, of Crete passed away Feb. 16, 2024, in Crete.
He was born Nov. 26, 1948, to Harry and Wilma (Messman) Kahle. He graduated from Dorchester High School in 1967. On June 5, 1970, he was united in marriage to Diane Mundt. To this union, two children were born, Andrew and Lisa. Kenny was employed at the Crete Mills for 43 years, from June 24, 1968, until he retired Feb. 28, 2011. He was a proud member of the Grain and Confectionery Union and led his local as president for many years. Kenny, Diane and family were devoted campers and fishermen.
Collecting toy tractors, especially John Deere, was a passion of his, for which he spent much time with family and friends, in his enjoyment of the hobby. Kenny loved his yard work, gardening and also canning much of his produce. He was a talented wood worker, spending many hours in his shop creating treasures for his family and friends. In retirement, he enjoyed attending as many of his grandchildren’s activities as possible and traveling with his wife.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Melvin and Lorraine Mundt; his sister, Sandra Whitmarsh; and a nephew, Ted Karstens. He is survived by his wife, Diane; son, Andrew (Melissa) Kahle of Lincoln; daughter, Lisa (Shaun) Vogt, of Omaha; grandchildren, Matthew Vogt and Addison and Alexis Kahle; sister, Sharon (Curt) Karstens of Dallas, Texas; brothers-in-law, Harold Whitmarsh of Lincoln, Paul (Darlene) Mundt of Lincoln and Mark (Barb) Mundt of Crete; uncles, Dick (Loretta) Messman of Lincoln, Tom (Dorothy) Messman of Crete; and nieces, nephews and cousins.
The funeral service was Feb. 20 at St. John Lutheran Church in Kramer with burial in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested in care of St. John Lutheran Church and the Crete Volunteer Fire Department. Arrangements by Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete.
