In loving memory of

Daryl K. Kempf
February 28, 1926 - January 25, 2023

DARYL K. KEMPF
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Daryl K. Kempf, 96, of Muscatine passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf.

He was born on February 28, 1926, in Muscatine the son of Charles Kempf and Kathryn (Schatzle) Kempf. He married Donna Kincaid on August 7, 1948. He was an Army Veteran and served in the 10th Mountain Division in Italy during WWII. He also served in the National Guard after WWII was over.

Daryl was a career watchmaker and enjoyed repairing all types of antique clocks in his spare time. He also enjoyed oil painting and favored the subjects of boats, ships and landscapes. He was a member of Artists in Action for many years.

Daryl is survived by two daughters, Kandi Kwirant of Muscatine and Cheryl Day of Minneapolis, MN. He has five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Donna, his parents and his brothers Don and Paul.

Services will be held Monday, January 30, 2023, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 am to 11:30 am with the funeral service following visitation.

Tributes

Ann Coderko wrote on Jan 29, 2023:

"Daryl was a good man and a dedicated watchmaker. I am proud to say I worked with him at Lang?s for 11 years. My condolences to his family."

Becky Ernst wrote on Jan 28, 2023:

"Dear Kandi I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathies. Becky"

Sarah Aavang wrote on Jan 26, 2023:

"Such fond memories I have of your family, Kandi. Your Dad was a sweet soul. Hugs from me. Sarah Kautz Aavang"