Kenneth L Morrow

He was born February 13, 1941 in Pekin to Walter and Irene (Covey) Morrow. His parents preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his long-time companion, Nina Piro; one son, Samuel Morrow on January 19, 2016; and one infant sister, Geraldine Morrow.

Surviving are two daughters, Monica (Gary Cave) Holeman of Creve Coeur and Brittany Morrow of Pekin; one son, Kevin Piro of Pekin; seven grandchildren; and one sister, Judy (Hallie) Beimfohr of Pekin.

Kenny was employed by Laidlaw Wire Company for 14 years and later at Caterpillar, Inc. for 30 years, retiring in 2003 as an assembler at Mossville.

He was a member of New Life Fellowship Church and the Roy L. King Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1232, both in Pekin.

Kenny was an animal lover and enjoyed working in his yard and chopping wood. His greatest joy was being with his family.

His funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 30, 2016 at Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. Pastor Mark Utech will officiate. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Pekin, where military rites will be accorded by the United States Army and Tazewell Area Ceremonial Team.

Memorial contributions may be made to New Life Fellowship Church, 1014 Derby Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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