OBITUARY: Kenneth W. Wagoner
Kenneth W. Wagoner, 88, of Mitchell, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at his residence.
Born in Columbus on July 19, 1938, to Wayn and Winnie (Thomas) Wagoner, Kenneth was a U.S. Army veteran. He retired from both The Times-Mail in Bedford and the City of Bedford Utilities. Kenneth was a active member of the Bedford Boat Club, Mitchell American Legion Post #250, and the Oolitic V.F.W. In 1988, he married Ruthie Harder, who survives.
👨👩👧👦 Survivors Include: • Wife: Ruthie Wagoner of Mitchell
• Sister: Anne (Jim) Nikirk of Bloomington
• Sister-in-law: Marcia Young of Mitchell
• Several nieces, great-nieces, nephews, and cousins
🕊️ Preceded in Death By: • His parents
• Sisters: Norma Laux and Mary Webb
🕯️ Service Details: • Type: Memorial Visitation (Cremation was chosen)
• Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: Cresthaven Funeral Home
💻 Condolences:
Online condolences may be shared atwww.cresthavenfh.com
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