Kenneth R. Soady
May 01, 2019
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Kenneth Richard Soady, age 64, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at the VA Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Kenneth was born April 19, 1955, in Rock Island, Illinois to Richard and Carol (Webb) Soady. After graduating from high school, Kenneth enlisted in the United States Army. He served as an administrative assistant for the Veterans Affairs office in Des Moines up until his passing. In 1976, Kenneth married Melody (Gardner) Soady and to this union two children were born, Amanda and Adam. He later married Marsha Soady, and together they had Hailey.
He enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, playing softball, as well as cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Bears. He was a huge Rock Island Rocks fan and loved supporting his grandchildren in their many activities. He enjoyed his outings to Harris Pizza, the famous “Quad Cities-style pizza.” Above all else, he treasured time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by his children, Amanda (Cory) LeVan, Adam Soady, and Hailey Soady (Michael Hammer); grandchildren, Emily LeVan, Collin LeVan and Sophia Soady; mother, Carol Bayert; sisters, Beth Frey, Diane (John) Griffin and Eve (Keith) Miller; brother-in-law, Art Adler; special friend, Marilee McNeece; numerous nieces and nephews; other loving relatives and many special friends.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Marsha in 2005; fathers, Richard Soady and Mark Bayert; and his sister, Linda Adler.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service with military honors will take place at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 6, 2019 at Windsor United Methodist Church, 6222 University Avenue, Des Moines, with a reception to follow. Cremation will occur after the funeral. Burial of the urn will be Friday, May 10, 2019 at Rock Island National Cemetery in Rock Island, Illinois at 12:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Windsor United Methodist Church in loving memory of Kenneth.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
MAJ (Retired) John Mikovec
01/04/2020
Belated condolences to all - Ken was our Unit Administrator when I came into the USAR as a young captain a long time age. Ken was a dedicated and tireless professional and his conscientious efforts contributed greatly to the success of our mission. He was a good Soldier and friend.
Joyce Batterson
05/10/2019
Im so very sorry to hear of Kens passing. Wishing all of the family peace and comfort.
James Martin
05/07/2019
Sorry for the loss. Ken was a fine mentor in High School to a small group. Wish I had met him during our military service, as I understand he was a great soldier. Thank you Ken for your service, both in uniform and to the VA. God Bless.
Betty Kaldenberg
05/06/2019
Hailey and family I am so sorry for your loss but wanted you to know I care but am unable to attend the service's for Ken
SGM(Ret) Tracy Johnston
05/06/2019
Ken was a fine Soldier and served his Country honorably. It was an honor to have served with him and an honor to call him my friend. You rest in God's hands Ken
Kim Raudabaugh
05/06/2019
Kenny was a special guy and I enjoyed working with him at the VA. Always polite and kind. Funny guy!! He will be missed.
DON MOTZ
05/04/2019
I came to know Ken some 3 years ago when he started playing softball on the Central Iowa Sports old timers team. It did not take long to realize he was a Christian man who had a great loving and caring heart for his family.
Shelley Faidley
05/04/2019
Ken was such a great father and grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Hailey. I am sorry I wont be able to be at the funeral. Please know I am with you in spirit.
Angie Breese
05/03/2019
Ken was my special work friend and he would stop by with Hailey and Sophie so he could show them off. He shared so many pictures of his beautiful granddaughter and was a VERY proud Dad and Grandpa.
Annette Jasiota
05/03/2019
Diane, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. I always enjoyed when you guys would visit your grandmother who lived across the alley from us in Rock Island. I remember him as being very kind, even though I was just a kid and he was a teenager. :) FYI, I still have Christmas ornament that your grandmother made and it hangs on my tree every year.
william klass
05/03/2019
ken was a very good coworker to get to know and very friendly and nice to talk to in the short time I knew him I have grown very respectful of him I am very sorry for the families loss and I will keep them in my prayers amen and god bless
Chris McCready
05/03/2019
Ken was a very warm and loving person. If you needed a kind word, he would be there for you. You will be missed.
Bill and Marcia Sexton
05/02/2019
Hailey, we are so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Its so hard to lose a parent. He was very very lucky to have you as his caretaker and most of all his loving daughter. You and Sophie were great joys in his life.