Sylvester, Kenneth A. Age 94, passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, Guy and Alice Sylvester; brothers, Sidney, Dale and Ronald Sylvester; one grandchild, Thomas Stevenson and one great-grandchild, Jake Lenhart. Survived by loving wife of 71 years, Arlis; son, Keith Sylvester; daughters, Vickie (Kenneth) Erickson; Karen (Todd) Schempf and Jill (Jeffrey) Stevenson; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; sister, Ione Tollefson; many relatives & friends. Kenny proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II and received 2 Bronze Battle Stars. He was a lifetime member of the VFW. Funeral service at 11 AM, Saturday, November 3, 2018 with visitation one hour prior at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN. Interment at Morning-side Memorial Gardens Coon Rapids, MN.

Published on October 21, 2018


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