Glen “Kenny” Grunden, 80, of Rochester, passed at 2:13 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015, at LifeCare Center of Rochester.

He was born on Aug. 8, 1935, in Miltown, to Everet and Francis (Gregory) Grunden.

He was married April 22, 1972 in Goshen, Indiana to Jonne VanHook she survives.

Glen had been an over the road truck driver for 50 years. He was a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church and the Holton Masonic Lodge. He served his country in the Korean War in the U.S. Army. He loved NASCAR racing and traveling out in the western with his wife.

Survivors include his wife: Jonne Grunden, Rochester; daughter: Malissa Sheese, Rochester; son-in-law Brian Sheese, Poland; grandson: Austin Keyt, Rochester; granddaughter, Ashley Sheese, Poland; sister: Aileen and husband Jim Cardinal, Vesales; several nieces and nephews

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: William and Charles; and a sister: Eillen Zaphe

Visitation will be from 2-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at Bethlehem Baptist Church (T&T Rental,) 2111 SR 14, Rochester, followed by services at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Phil Pratt will officiate.

Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Hartzler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.