Kenneth Dodd

Kenneth Max Dodd, age 90, of Danville, passed away at 8:04 am on Saturday, November 01, 2008 at North Logan Health Care in Danville. He was born May 3, 1918 in Allerton, IL the son of James and Ella (Daughtery) Dodd. He married Lois Smith on April 14, 1946 in Danville. She survives. Kenneth is also survived by a son: Gary (Mary Ann) Dodd of Danville; two daughters: Brenda Shanks of Danville, Julie Myers (Steve) of Oakwood; seven grandchildren: Jason, Tara, Anthony, David, Joseph, Maria, Jordyn; four great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Hazel Wire, Mary Taflinger and two brothers: James Dodd and Donald Dodd. Kenneth graduated from Sidell High School in 1937. He attended David Rankin Trade School. He served in the United States Army in South Pacific Theater during World War II. Kenneth worked as a mechanic, then was a Snap-on-Tool salesman for 18 years until his retirement in 1977. He enjoyed golf, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends. A celebration of the life of Kenneth Dodd with be held at 3 pm on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville with Drew Mentzer officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 1 to 3 pm on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made in Kenneths name to the 2nd Church of Christ. Email condolences can be sent to Kenneths family at: www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.