Service Information
Kenneth Geib, age 73, of Gaylord formerly of Hamburg passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus in Fridley, Minnesota.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be Sunday, January 26, 2020, from Noon to 2:00 P.M. at the Dalin-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Winthrop.
Obituary
Kenneth Roy Geib was born on April 27, 1946, in Lucan, Minnesota. He was the son of Elwood and Eleanor (Busse) Geib. Kenneth was baptized as an infant at St. Paul’s Evangelical and Reform Church in Henderson. He received his GED from Central High School in Norwood.
Kenneth served with the Army Reserves.
On June 16, 1986, Kenneth was united in marriage to Sherry (Reese) Schaefer at the Chapel of the Fountain in Las Vegas. After their marriage, the couple resided in Hamburg and later moved to Gaylord. Kenneth was employed as a truck driver for Oak Grove Dairy, retiring in 2003.
Kenneth enjoyed riding motorcycles, classic car and car shows, watching TV and taking naps. He cherished the time he spent with his family and friends.
Kenneth passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus in Fridley at the age of 73 years. Blessed be his memory.
Kenneth is survived by his:
Wife, Sherry Geib of Gaylord, MN;
Children, Chad Schaefer of Glencoe, MN,
Melanie Olson and her significant other, Mark Weber of Green Isle, MN, and
Jeremy Schaefer and his wife, Shannon of Delano, MN;
Grandchildren, Tyann Schaefer, Sophie Olson, Sarah Olson, Hunter Schaefer, Ella Schaefer, and Rayna Schaefer;
Great-grandchildren, Wyatt Schaefer, Weston Schaefer, and Wren Schaefer;
Brother, Kevin Geib of Arlington, MN;
Step-Granddaughter, Jayme Sebastian and her husband, TC;
Sisters-in-law, Dianna Gilbert and her husband, Gary of LeSueur, MN, Chari Holland and her husband, Scott of Owatonna, MN;
Brothers-in-law, Douglas Reese and his significant other, J.D. Ivey of Hackensack, MN, and Mitchell Reese and his significant other, Kaasi Cox of Shakopee, MN;
Mother-in-law, Betty LaDuke of LeSueur, MN;
Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his Parents, Elwood and Eleanor Geib; Daughter-in-law, Misty Schaefer; Brothers Melvin (Sharon) Geib and Curt Geib.
Betty Hoen says
Sheri, just a note to say I’m sorry to hear about Kenny.
Shannon Johnsen says
Sherry I am so sorry for your loss! Not to many days go by that I don’t think of you! I wish I could give you a big hug ! Much love Shannon
Muriel Kruggel says
Love and hugs to you Sheri~ we are praying for you and your family during this difficult time! ??
Mary Shanahan Sellnow says
Sheri, so sorry to hear about Kenny! Your family s in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Barlau says
Sheri,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I’m so sad to hear about Kenny. If you need anything, I’m a phone call away!
Pam Barlau
Karen says
Sheri,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Audra Kerkow says
I am so saddened to hear this news. Sending hugs and prayers your way
Elaine Carney says
You have our deepest sympathies. I am one of Kenny’s cousins. My dad was Willard Busse.
– Elaine Carney
Lana and Brad Bladow says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roxanna Andersen says
Hi Sherri, You and your family have my deepest sympathy. Here are some hugs like you gave me thirty-eight years ago.
Roxie Andersen and family
Roxanna Andersen says
Sheri,
Thought of you last fall…Our family goes out to you and yours at this time with prayers and hugs. Almost forty years ago you were here with hugs for us. Take care!
Roxie Andersen
John W Teubert says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teresa Smith says
Gene & Teresa Smith. We are very sorry for your loss.
Lori Poppe Jorgensen says
So sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. My mom, Delores Poppe was Eleanor’s sister. Kenny was very special to my mom.
Roxanna Andersen says
Hi Sheri, You and your family have my deepest sympathy, I am returning some hugs you gave me thirty-eight years ago…remember???
If you can get in touch.. email address rlandersen@sleepyeyetel.net