Kevin Dean Ahnen passed away Saturday, July 20, 2019 while hiking in Yosemite National Park at the age of 45. Kevin was born November 1, 1973 in Merced, California. He attended Merced High School and graduated in 1992.
He is survived by his three children: Emily Ahnen of Modesto, Nathan Ahnen and Delina Ahnen of Merced. He is also survived by his parents: Bill Ahnen of Winton and Jill Ahnen of Oakdale, three sisters, Stephanie Ahnen of Mariposa, Trisha Beames (Scott) of Palmer, Alaska and Melinda Ramirez (John) of Modesto.
He was preceded in death by an older brother, Brent Ahnen.
Kevin showed interest at an early age in the ability to work well with his hands. He excelled in being able to fix and repair almost anything, especially small engines. He showed pride and integrity in all of his professional and personal endeavors. Kevin was very patriotic and believed in defending his Second Amendment rights. Nothing was more important to Kevin than his children. The role of fatherhood was where he experienced the greatest joy in life.
