Kenneth G. Minikel's Obituary
Kenneth Minikel (May 2, 1927 to April 26, 2013) is with his Savior. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Lorraine Minikel, his son Tim Minikel, daughter LaManda Minikel, sister Alice Schroeder and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.
Ken served in the 11th Airborne in the Occupation Forces of Japan at the end of WW2. After his service, Ken and Lorraine moved to St. Helens where he worked at Boise Cascade Paper Mill until his retirement in 1987.
Kenneth loved the Lord. He was active in several area churches until becoming a founding member of Warren Community Fellowship where he played an important role for 30+ years.
One friend has said "Ken bleeds Scripture" and this is true. His love of the Word of God spilled over into his love for his family, friends and all those he came in contact with. He freely shared his kind smile and wise words that radiated from an open, gracious and God-loving heart.
While he will be missed beyond words, we know he is happy with the Lord.
Memorial Service: Thursday, May 2, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Warren Community Fellowship Church.
Private interment: Yankton Hillcrest Cemetery Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.columbiafh.com
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