Kenneth James Friesen

Kenneth James Friesen, 74, of Grand Island passed away from this earthly life to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus on February 18, 2024, at CountryHouse Residence. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, March 16th at 11 am at the GI Free Church, with Pastor Dan Brenton officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 15th from 5-7 pm at the GI Free Church Gathering Place. Ken was born on July 14, 1949, in York to Levi H. and Elizabeth (Rempel) Friesen. He was raised and received his education in the Henderson area, graduating from Henderson High School in 1967. He then went on to Grace Bible Institute in Omaha for two years before attending Hastings Technical Institute majoring in Automotive studies. On September 6, 1969, Ken was married to Amy Beth Smith of Dannebrog. Two children were blessed into this union, Keri and Matthew. Ken was employed by Grand Island Dodge and New Holland before he opened Ken’s Auto Service in 1982. He owned and operated the automotive repair shop for 36 years until his retirement in September of 2018, when his son took over leading the company. Ken was an active member of the Grand Island Evangelical Free Church and involved in numerous ministry groups. Ken was blessed with many talents, including playing guitar and singing. He shared his musical gifts with family and friends throughout his life in a variety of musical groups, church ministries, and community performances. Whether at the campground, the shop, or church, Ken was well known for his caring smile and genuine greetings that welcomed neighbors and strangers alike to conversation and fellowship wherever he went. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Amy; children, Keri (Timothy) Frey of Hickman, NE, Matthew (Lindsy) Friesen of Central City, NE; six grandchildren, Ericka (Griswold, IA), Elisia, and Emilia Frey, Katelyn, Molly, and Andrew Friesen; sister, Ruth (Dale) Strasser of Rochester, MN; and brothers, Timothy (Debbie) Friesen of Bryant, AR, Lee (Valerie) Friesen of Lincoln, NE. Ken was preceded in death by his parents. Memorials are suggested to either Timberlake Ranch Camps, 2709 North S Rd., Marquette, NE 68854 or GI Free Church (Children's Ministries), 2609 S. Blaine St., Grand Island, NE 68801.

Kenneth James Friesen

July 14, 1949 - February 18, 2024

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July 14, 1949 - February 18, 2024

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