Kenneth R. Dutton, 77, of New Paris, passed away Wednesday morning, Oct. 7, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital after a lengthy illness.

He was born Sept. 23, 1938 in Stone Mountain, Georgia to Julius and Sarah (Bowman) Dutton.

On May 31, 1974 he married Mary Hardrick in Fitzgerald, Georgia. He was a member of Maple Grove Church of the Brethren and volunteered at IU Health Goshen Hospital.

He is survived by two children, Pamela Moore and Barry (Carolyn) Dutton, both of Commerce, Ga.; two step-daughters, Kimberly (Darrell) Smith, Tifton, Georgia and Susan (Randy) Colson, Valdosta, Ga.; and six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

In keeping with Ken’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

A memorial service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015, at the Maple Grove Church of the Brethren. Pastor Dwayne Runkle will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be given to Maple Grove Church of the Brethren.