"So sorry to hear about Kenny, he will be missed by so many!! God bless you all"
In loving memory of
Kenneth Harrill
August 26, 2009
Kenneth Harrill, age 62, of Thornton, Colorado, formerly of Carson, Iowa, passed away on August 26, 2009 in Colorado.
Kenneth Leroy Harrill, one of nine children of Sherman Cress Harrill and Neomia (Jones) Harrill, was born on July 17, 1947 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Kenny attended high school in Carson and following school began working as an over-the-road truck driver for Hunt Transportation.
On March 3, 1973, Kenny and Joyce Elaine Wilber were united in marriage at the Henderson Christian Church in Henderson, Iowa. The couple made their home in rural Henderson and they were blessed with three children, Wesly William, Heather Elaine, and Hilary Renee. Kenny worked at the rock quarry for Schildberg Construction. In September of 1983, he began working for a car transport company and moved to Thornton, Colorado. The following year, his family joined him. Kenny retired in 2005. In July of 2008, he was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease.
Kenny and Joyce had been married 36 years when he passed away on August 26, 2009, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, Colorado. He had attained the age of 62 years, 1 month, and 9 days.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Laura Isaacson-Harrill-Parker; brothers, Ricky Harrill and Donald Harrill; step-brothers, Ronnie Isaacson, Larry Isaacson, and Bobby Isaacson.
Kenny is survived by his wife, Joyce Harrill of Thornton, CO; son Wes Harrill of Carson, IA; daughters, Heather Harrill and Hilary Harrill, both of Thornton; brothers, Eldon Harrill and wife Dixie of Plattsmouth, NE, Bob Harrill and wife Mary of Riverdale, ND, Porter Harrill and wife Darla of Carson, Lane Harrill of Lakeland, TN; sisters, Glenda Whittington and husband Wayne of De Land, FL, and Debra Harrill of Council Bluffs, IA; sister-in-law Kris Harrill of Conway, MO; stepsisters, Linda McDaniel and husband Gary of Arvada, CO and Martha Isaacson of Carson; step brother Monte Isaacson and wife Joyce of Carson; stepsisters-in-law, Gayle Isaacson of Hopkins, SC; Alice Isaacson of Maryville, CA, and Trish Isaacson of Hugo, OK: other relatives and many friends.
There is no scheduled visitation.
A memorial fund has been established.
Hertz Funeral Home of Carson in charge of arrangements.
Tributes
"I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. There are no words to make this easier, only time. Keep your memories close to your heart as these will be very precious. You are all in my prayers. With Sympathy Teri Gordon"
"To the Harrill family, We are so very sorry to hear about Kenny. When Mike(Sowers)and I were little our closest neighbors were the Harrill family so we all use to hang out together during the summer and became long lasting friends. We will miss Kenny and our thoughts and prayers are with the family. "
"Dear Joyce and family - May the precious memories you and your family share be a comfort to you at this time of loss. Kenny is released from pain and suffering and my prayer for your family is that you are not bound by your pain and tears. May you have many around you in the days to come who lift you up and remind you of his legacy. Cheryl"
"Sorry to hear about Gleas Didn't know he was ill. He was a good friend of ours and he will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jerry & Cinda Frain"
"Dear Joyce and family ~ how quickly things can change for us! You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care, dear friend, and see you soon."
"Dear Joyce, Our prayers go out to you and your family during this time of grief and heartache. There never seems to be the right words to say at a time like this. God is with you and will give you strength, even when you think you don't have any more to draw from. Your family, the memories, and the love you shared are gifts from the Lord to hold on to and cherish now and in the days ahead. God Bless you my friend! "
"Joyce and family, I have tried three times to write something "comforting" and can't come up with anything. I will just leave it as saying hang on to those memories and you will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead."
"So very sorry to hear of Kenny's passing, I had no idea that he had been ill and I know that he is pain free now. Kenny will be remembered for his sense of humor. I will be praying for Kenny and you, his family, for the tough times ahead and remembering the good times and memories."
"To the Harrill Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely, Brianne & Ryan Duede "
"I am so sorry to hear that Kenny passed away. He was always so good to me. I will miss him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers."