Mr. Kenneth James Versluys passed away Friday afternoon, January 19, 2007, at the DesPeres Hospital in St. Louis, at the age of 58 years, 9 months & 26 days. Kenneth was born on March 23, 1948, in Marshall, Minnesota, and was the son of the late Virgil & Marvel 'Markell' Versluys.
Kenneth was a Sales Manager for the Schwan's Company & a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Farmington.
Survivors Include: his wife, Linda I. 'Ratcliff' Versluys, of Doe Run. 2 Daughters: Julie 'Mrs. Ken' Brandt, of St. Louis; Jodi Versluys, of Doe Run. 1 Son: Jeff (& Dena) Versluys, of Springfield, Missouri. 1 Sister: Carol 'Mrs. Bill' Davis, of Davenport, Iowa. 2 Brothers: Gary Versluys, of Cumming, Georgia; Don (& Rhonda) Versluys, of Pella, Iowa. Also surviving are 9 Grandchildren; numerous Nieces & Nephews.
Visitation: Monday, 4-9 p.m. Visitation resumes Tuesday, 7-9:30 a.m.
Rosary : Monday - 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass: Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., January 23, 2007
at: St. Joseph Catholic Church, Farmington, with Fr. James Dyer & Fr. James French officiating.
Interment at: Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery in Park Hills, Missouri
Memorials to: * St. Joseph Catholic Church, Farmington
I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's death. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Many many thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that if you ever need anything, you have many friends.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you, Tom and Gloria
Jodi: I am SO, SO sorry to hear about your loss. Please let me know if there is ANYTHING I can do. Love, Jo Ann
Thinking of you during this difficult time. May pleasant memories of happier times help you through these difficult days. Ken was a special person. He always had a smile on his face when he walked into the clinic. When a problem came up, I knew that I call could call Ken and he would help me to get it fix, or he would be there to get it fixed. With sincere sympathy.
Dear Jodi, Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that I can do, just let me know – I'll be there for you…. Love & prayers, Melba
LINDA & JEFF, WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT KEN. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY THE PEACE OF GOD BE WITH EACH OF YOU. IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO IN THE FUTURE PLEASE LET US KNOW. RUFUS & MARCIA SOLTER
Ken was such a nice guy and a wonderful person to be around. I know that you all will miss him everyday for the rest of your lives, but anyone who really knew Ken will miss him also. We send our deepest heart felt sympathy and our prayers will be with all of you in this time of sorrow and the days after.
To: Linda and family Our sincere sympathy to your entire family. I know what a strong christian person you are and I pray that God will see you through this most difficult time. The Denman family, Joan, Larry, Chris and David
Ken was a wonderful man, neighbor, friend and father. We were privileged to have lived across the street from such a helpful, honest and loving family man, full of faith and prayer. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Linda, I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will be calling again SOON. Love, Diana
Thank you for sharing the memories of Ken through the photos of your family. Our prayers and thoughts are with Linda and family.
It breaks my heart to know Ken has passed on but I am also consoled that God will keep Ken safe in his hands. The video was great.
My sympanthy to all of the family. I know you have wonderful memories to cherish and such strong faith to help you.
Linda & family, I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I wish we would've had our class reunion last summer… I remember Ken as a nice person and easy-going. I know he will be dearly missed by you all. ~Pam
miss you Pa
Miss you Pa