Dunkerton: Kenneth Richard Kuenstling age 57 passed away Friday, March 15, 2019 at Unity Point Allen Hospital after suffering a massive heart attack at his home. Kenny was born March 3, 1962 in Waterloo the son of Gerhard and Phyllis (Hauptly) Kuenstling. He grew up in the Dunkerton area and graduated from Dunkerton High School with the Class of 1980. After high school Kenny went to Wartburg College in Waverly for a year. On June 19, 1982 he married his lifelong sweetheart, Deanne Averhoff at St. John’s Bennington Lutheran Church. Kenny and Deanne built their home in rural Dunkerton where they raised their four children. He was the owner and operator of Kuenstling Excavating of Dunkerton since 1994. Kenny enjoyed long afternoons watching the history channel, getting together with friends and family for card club, vacations to Minnesota, traveling with family to basketball games, and being actively involved with the community and church. He was a devoted family man and loved spending time with his grandsons. Kenny was also a man of many words including his passions for weather, politics, technology, and playing in the dirt and snow. He is survived by his wife, Deanne, his four children; Kyle (Whitney) Kuenstling of Cedar Rapids, Keith Kuenstling of Hazleton, Bethany (T.J.) Anderson of Dunkerton and Kory Kuenstling of Des Moines along with three grandsons; Boden Kuenstling, Brantley Kuenstling, Lincoln Anderson, a brother, Kevin Kuenstling of Dunkerton, a brother-in-law, Bob Moulds of Fairbank, a sister-in-law, Doris (Jim) Madden of Waterloo, brother-in-law, Eugene (Sherry) Averhoff of Dorchester, and his father-in-law, Arnold (Karen) Averhoff. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, two half-sisters; Karen Faust and Karla Moulds, a brother-in-law; Wayne Faust, along with his mother-in-law, LaVera Averhoff.
Services: 10:00 am Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at St. John’s Bennington Lutheran Church, Waterloo, Iowa.
Visitation: 4:00-8:00 pm Tuesday, March 19 at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank, Iowa and for one hour before services at the church on Wednesday.
Interment: St. John’s Bennington Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family for later designation.
Online condolences can be left at www.woodsfuneral home.net
Condolences for Kenneth “Kenny” Kuenstling
Deanne and family – I was saddened and shocked to hear this. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Kenny was an awesome guy and classmate. Have many memories in school. The last time I talked to him he was very proud of the family you two have. May god guide you thru these difficult times and ahead. Fly high with the angels my friend.
Deepest sympathies Deanne and family. I was so sorry to hear this. Sending prayers for you all!
Deanne & family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your wonderful family. We were so sad to hear about Kenny’s death. He was a special man, who was always so proud of his family. We always enjoyed talking with him. He was such a pleasant man. Hugs to you all.
Deanna and family I am so sorry to hear of kennys passing. Prayers and hugs for your family.
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family. He was a very special man.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers going out to the family in this trying time.
Deanne & family, please accept our deepest condolences. May the love in your heart help to heal the loss.
Growing up, I remember always thinking Kenny was a kind and giving person. I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Condolences from the Pfiffner family. You are in our prayers.
Our Sincere sympathy to you & your family Deanne!
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all your family as you go forward. May all the wonderful memories give you comfort as you remember Kenny.
Deanne-praying for you and your family. Hold close those beautiful times with Kenny. I am so very sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. It was always great to see Kenny at the basketball games…encouraging the boys.
Praying that your memories give you comfort
I am so sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. I know he will be sorely missed. I wish you joy in the many memories you share of your lives together.
So sorry for your loss. Kenny always had a smile and a few minutes to chat.
My deepest sympathies at this time. Barb and I give you prayers at this time.
My sympathy to your family. Ellen Hoffman Newma
I am so sorry to hear of Kenny’s sudden passing. Our family’s condolences go out to all of you. From traveling around with a 6th grade basketball team many years ago to helping my Dad out when he was first diagnosed with cancer and couldn’t run his truck, I will always have fond memories of Kenny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this trying time.
Tom and I were so saddened to here of Kenny. My thoughts immediately went back to the days you babysat Keri and Jake for us on a
Bennington. The two of you were destined to be together. Both of you were so special to Tom and I. Wish we could be there to say good bye. Hugs to you Deanne…💔💔
So shocked to hear of Kenny’s passing. I remember Lorber Construction days and couples’ volleyball in Oran. Sending our sympathies
Pat and Chloe (Lorber) Colgan
So sorry for your loss. Kenny’s smile and chats will be missed.
Our prayers go out to you and your family, Deanne.
May God comfort you today and the days ahead……..((((HUGS)))) to you Deanne.
Our love and prayers to Deanne and family. Kenny was taken much to soon. Will hold you in our prayers Kent and Marla Hudgins
Deanne and family – our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deanne and family, you have my deepest condolences on Kenny’s untimely passing. I have many fond memories of him from grade school through high school, and he always took time to stop and catch up whenever our paths crossed since then. Most of all, I will remember he always had a smile and was always proud of his family. I will keep you in my prayers, Donna (Steffen) McNulty
Deanne and family – So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Brett, Joy and Brittany McLain
Deanne and family,
We were so shocked to hear about Kenny. Our deepest sympathies to you and the family. He will be watching over you.
Rob and Julie Heiple
Deanne and family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
I always enjoyed visiting with Kenny and he was great to work with. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of deep loss. May God grant you comfort and strength as you walk with Him in the days ahead. He alone can provide the help you need most at this time.
Our deepest sympathy to the Kuenstling family on the passing of Kenny. Our prayers and thoughts are with your entire family at this difficult time.
We were so stunned to learn about Kenny. He was one of the good guys. My heart goes out to you and your family, Deanne. Remember the poem, ‘It’s in the Valleys I Grow.” May your faith sustain you and the good Lord comfort you during this time. We care.
Jan and Roger Peterson
Deanne, I am so sorry to hear about Ken. May you be surrounded by those who love you at this time and the days ahead. May God’s love be with you and comfort you. You have our sympathy. Peace and love, Loren and Cathy Foelske
Dee,
Such a shock! Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted!” Thinking of you all and praying for that comfort! So, So Sorry!
Deanne, Kory and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I truly admired Ken and appreciated his thoughts and comments while getting to know him through AAU ball. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rod, Kathy, Katelyn & Shawn Chamberlin
Deanne, I was so saddened to hear of your husband’s passing. May the Lord bless you and your family. You have my thoughts, sympathy and caring during this sad time. Love from Phyllis Barnes
My most sincere condolences to the whole family!
Very Sorry for your loss. Hopefully the memories will get you thru until you see him again. There are so many very good memories.
Hi. Time has gone by. I am so sorry for Kenneth passing. He was a good man. Now, he can Rest In Peace.
Pamela Waschkat