L. Kenneth Jerrel
August 19, 1946 ~ September 22, 2009
L. Kenneth Jerrel, 63, of Weirton, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2009 in the Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV. Born August 19, 1946 in Ocala, FL, he was the son of the late Lloyd Jerrel and Mary Fankhouser Jerrel Strickler.
With 34 years of service, Kenneth retired from Weirton Steel where he worked as a pipe fitter in the construction department. He was a member of the WSX 25-Year Club, American Legion Post 10, VFW Post 2716 and was an avid Nascar fan. He was a Vietnam veteran, having served in the United States Navy.
Mr. Jerrel is survived by his wife Gloria Ciervo Jerrel; son Mark Jerrel and his wife Janine; daughter Maria Jerrel-Tasey all of Weirton; grandchildren Kelson, Jayce, and Kiri Jerrel and Megan and Justin Tasey; sister Margo Olenick of Newell, WV; and a daughter Michele Bain and her three children.
Friends will be received Friday from 5 until the 8PM Memorial Service at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Pastor Craig Greathouse will officiate. Private interment will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, Gift Processing, Post Office Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.
Dearest Gloria, I didn’t know Ken all that well but I know he was in good hands when God brought him to you. Take care of yourself and if ever you need a friend or shoulder, you know who to call. My Deepest Sympathy, Theresa
Gloria, I was saddened to hear of your husband’s passing. Remember all of the wonderful times that you shared together and celebrate his life. Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Rhonda Banfield
Maria, Please know that you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember all the good memories you have of your father and it will help. Please know that if you need to talk I’ll listen.
Mark, Janine and Family I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Maria and family, I am so sorry your loss. May God wrap his arms around you and your family in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kenny was one of my best friends in school. Earlier this summer he and I exchanged emails and were looking forward to getting together at the 45 class reunion. I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. I can honestly say that Ken was one of the nicest persons I have ever known. He will be missed.
Dear Gloria, I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will celebrate Kenny’s life. God Bless. Sincerely, John Manypenny
Gloria, Mark & Family, My heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this difficult time.
Mrs Jerrel,Mark and Maria, I want to send my love and prayers to all of you and your families.Maria remember Im only a phone call away.Love&Prayers,Sharon
Dear Gloria, We were so shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Kennys passing. Please know that we are here for you. If there is anything at all that you need, please just ask… We care very much and send our love and prayers for you . May God bless Kenny as he was always such a kind man loved by so many. We will miss him as well and know he is at rest in Gods’ arms. Take care and God bless
Gloria& Family So sorry and sadden to hear of Ken’s passing. You and your family are in my prayers.Take care and may God comfort you at this very sad time. God Bless
I knew Kenny from working at the Legion a few years back. He was always so kind. My thoughts and prayers are with Gloria and his family.
Gloria, I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.