Kenneth Clarence Neitzel

Kenneth Clarence Neitzel, aged 89 of Wyoming, was called to his heavenly home on Thursday, December 26, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Phyllis; children: Sheila Neitzel, Kathryn (Michael) Vincent, Steven (Lori) Neitzel, Craig (Linda) Neitzel ; 10 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; brother, Stanley (Diane) Neitzel; sister, Doris (Tony) Mortensen; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Ken valiantly served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army. Ken was a kind, loving, hard working husband, father and grandfather. He was a faithful member of Grace Lutheran Church.  Ken loved to travel both in the U.S. and Europe. He especially liked to go dune riding at Silver Lake on his hand made dune buggies. He loved to go camping with the family during the summer and again, due to his mechanical abilities, he built his own camper. Funeral services for Ken will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM at Grace Lutheran Church, 150 - 50th Street SW, Wyoming, with Rev. John Diener officiating. Interment Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Sunday from 2 to 4 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming and one hour prior to the service at church. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church.