Kenneth David Byrne

MARSHALL-Kenneth D. Byrne, age 75, of Marshall, passed away on Monday, Nov. 18, 2013, at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on July 10, 1938, in Madison, the son of David and Barbara (Guanella) Byrne. Ken was a steamfitter and member of Union Local Steamfitters 601 since Aug. 23, 1966. He enjoyed working around the yard, deer hunting and especially turkey hunting. Ken enjoyed John Wayne movies and listening to Johnny Cash. Ken is survived by his son, William (Trina) Byrne; grandson, Skyler Byrne; sister, Phyllis (Gene) Gustavson; aunt, Katherine; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial for Ken will be held at HOLY MOTHER OF CONSOLATION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 651 N. Main St., Oregon, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2013, with Father Gary Wankerl presiding. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses, and staffs at Agrace HospiceCare, St. Mary’s Hospital, and the Columbus Community Hospital and Golden Living Center in Randolph. Memorials would be appreciated to Agrace HospiceCare. Ken was a very kind, loving father, father-in-law, grandfather, and brother. He will be greatly missed. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care 1150 Park Street (608)835-3515