Vernon Earl Kettering, 81, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at North Suburban Medical Center. He was born on May 20, 1942 in Pratt to Cecil Earl and Dora (Riley) Kettering.
Vernon graduated from Pratt High School. He worked as a Parts Manager for Anema's Auto Body for 25 plus years. He enjoyed golfing in his spare time.
He is survived by his children, Tammy Kettering, Richard (Nancy) Kettering of Oracle, Arizona and Terri (Fred) Spina of Alton, Missouri; sister, Marilyn Kettering of Thornton, Colorado; brother, Leroy (Dyette) Kettering of Hershey, Nebraska; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren with another on the way.
Vernon is preceded in death by his parents.
A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 19, 2024 at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt with Pastor Mike McGovney presiding.
Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.