Kenneth F. Babiak

He was born in Springfield on September 2, 1942, the son of Wenzel Robert Jr. and Floy Bea (Hinds) Babiak, Jr. Kenneth married Dorothy M. Kuntzmann on April 14, 1963. Together, they shared 63 years of love and laughter, building a life with their beloved family.

Kenneth proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1966 until 1970 during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Germany for 16 months. He later worked at Firestone where he dedicated 30 years before retiring. Kenneth enjoyed spending his time outdoors fishing and hunting. Above all, he cherished being with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Dorothy; sons, Jeffrey (Angela) and Kenneth Robert Babiak; daughters, Dana Lynn (Troy) Garren and Denine Kay (Larry) Taylor; grandchildren, Zach (McKenzie) Warnick, Brittney (William Rentas) Babiak, Christopher Johnson, Kristena Johnson, Jessica (Shane) Stephenson, Sierra (Darrien) Burcham, Brylin (Drake) Moore, Braiden Garren, Ashley (Kraig) Koch, Benjamin (Erica) Taylor, and Kyleigh Taylor; and great-grandchildren, Reid Warnick, Jaydon Babiak, William Rentas, Jr., Letty Renas, Eva, Emmie, Ezren, and Emrex Stephenson, Bryce, Lexan, and Atlas Burcham, Minka Taylor, and Aubrey and Wade Koch.

Cremation was provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center.

The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home- Springfield, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.

Please visit www.butlerspringfield.com to offer your condolences.