Douglas Grant Kenworthy
November 05, 2011
Grant Kenworthy, 35, passed away on Saturday, November 5, surrounded by family and friends. Grant grew up in West Des Moines and graduated from Valley HS in 1994. He went on to Illinois State and the University of Iowa where he played on the golf teams. After graduation he married Maura Koenig and they moved to Florida for Maura’s graduate school. They then returned to Iowa City where Grant earned his MBA. He was employed by Allsteel and HON Industries in Muscatine.
Grant was an excellent athlete and loved almost every sport, especially if the Hawkeyes were playing. He also loved woodworking and traveling the world from the mountains of Switzerland to the Great Barrier Reef. Grant was a truly amazing father who cherished spending time with his son and daughter. He loved playing football with his son and molding him into a fervent Hawkeye fan. He often took morning walks with his son, reminding him to appreciate the day and look around and notice the scenery. The birth of his daughter in April brought great joy to his life.
He leaves his loving wife and 2 children: Graham (5) and Bryn (6 mo.); his parents, Barb and Bill Kenworthy; his grandmother, Jo Dunkerson; his sister, Valerie Kenworthy Ingamells and her husband, Ben. He is also survived by his parents–in-law, Beth and Bill Koenig; sister-in-law, Kit Ziebell and her husband, Brian; brother-in-law, Paul Koenig and his wife, Lisa, and their 3 daughters, Sophie, Tess and Maisie; and many aunts, uncles, and devoted friends, and grandmother-in-law, Margaret Buchanan. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kelly Kenworthy.
The family would like to thank his oncologist, Dr. Mohammed Milhem, and the team at the University of Iowa, who valiantly fought the battle with Grant.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Plymouth Congregational Church, 4126 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, with burial to follow at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines. Family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Holden Comprehensive Care Center, University of Iowa Foundation, One West Park Road, P.O. Box 4550, Iowa City, Iowa 52244-4550 or Plymouth Congregational Church, 4126 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, 50312.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Lois Maassen
11/07/2011
I worked with Grant on several occasions and knew him to be a bright, gracious, and thoughtful man. I loved his sense of humor. I know he will be missed. Condolences and prayers over the next difficult months.
Ryan Howell
11/07/2011
RIP Grant - my condolences to Maura and your family on your loss.
Karen and Mike Kenline
11/07/2011
Grant will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lee Meadows LaRue
11/06/2011
So sorry to see a classmate leave this world so early. I wish you peace and strength as you face these hard days. It sounds like he lived a wonderful life, was a great father and husband. Such a great legacy to leave behind. At least now he has no pain and will be a loving angel watching over his family until you meet again. So sorry for your loss. May your memories help ease your pain.
Sarah Barber McCurdy
11/06/2011
My deepest sympathy to you, Maura, and to the Kenworthy family. I have such fond memories of Grant from as far back as elementary school. Sending thoughts of love and strength to you all in this difficult time.
Julie Brightman
11/06/2011
Maura,
Please know that we are sending you prayers, strength, and love. Let us know if we can do anything to help. Simply know that we are all praying for you.
Julie
Melissa Bartlett
11/06/2011
Maura,
My heart is sadden by the loss of a great guy and wonderful person. You were the lucky one to have been his mate in life. What a blessing you have with those two adorable children. I pray that you are safe and taking each day at a time.
God bless your family,
Melissa Bartlett
Nicole Glynn
11/06/2011
My heart aches for the Kenworthy family and all of Grant's friends and family. Truly a life taken far too soon. Sending my love and wishes for peace and strength during this time.
Jeremey Hatt
11/06/2011
I went to MBA school with Grant in Iowa. He was such an outstanding guy. He will be missed. My heart and prayers go out to his family and especially his wife and young children. He truly touched the lives of those around him for good. I'm so grateful for the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ and I know that someday all of his loved ones and his friends will see him again someday. I also have no doubt that he will still be checking in on the Hawkeyes from time to time (and his wife and kids of course). Go Hawks!!
Nicole (Voeller) Brooks
11/06/2011
I am very sorry to hear of Grant's passing. I have such happy memories of him growing up through Indian Hills and Valley High with him. Sending much sympathy, love and peace to his family. May he live forever in our hearts and memories.