Kenneth E. “Kenny” Sipes, 78, of Troy, IL, born Friday, January 10, 1947, in Granite City, IL and passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home.
Kenny was a dedicated and hardworking man who took great pride in his community and the organizations he was involved in. He was married to Judy, with whom he built a loving and supportive life together. Kenny and Judy were married for 48 years and enjoyed traveling with their family. Their marriage was a testament to devotion and partnership, and they shared many cherished memories
throughout the years.
A longtime member of the Chemical Workers Union (Local 50) at Granite City Steel, he was a diesel mechanic who valued the friendships he built throughout his career. His faith was also an important part of his life, and as a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, he served as Church President, Chairman of the annual Sausage Supper, as well as a church usher, volunteer, and an active member.
His passion for youth sports left a lasting impact on his community. He was involved in the founding of both the Troy Baseball Softball Association and the Troy Little Knights Basketball program, always looking for ways to support young athletes. Over the years, he coached several teams, including the Troy American Legion baseball team, where he shared his love for the game and mentored many
players.
Outside of his commitments, he enjoyed spending time with friends, traveling, and fishing. However, more recently nothing brought him more joy than watching his grandchildren compete in their sporting events and other interests like music and drama. His kindness, dedication, and love for his family will be deeply missed but always remembered.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Q. and Florine (nee Tester, later Owens) Sipes; his step-parents, Opal Sipes and William “Leroy” Owens; his brother, William “Willie” Owens; and his son-in-law, Nathan Youngman.
Surviving is his wife, Judith “Judy” (nee Flath) Sipes whom he married September 19, 1976, his children, Kenneth “Tony” (Erica) Sipes of Marine, IL, Kyle (Rachel) Sipes of St. Jacob, IL and Kristen Youngman of Troy, IL; grandchildren, Bradley Youngman and Mason, Ella, Austin, and Everett Sipes; siblings, Keith Sipes of Granite City, IL, Kevin (Nancy) Sipes of Winfield, MO, Phyllis Richmond of Granite City, IL, Debbie (Tim) Karius of Maryville, IL, Brenda (Hank) Rader of Caldwell, ID, Ronnie Owens of Granite City, IL, Susan (Rodney) Flood of Mitchell, IL, Barbara (Michael) Casady of Fairfax, CA, David (Margaret) Owens of Webster Groves, MO, Lisa Dean of Granite City, IL and; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Troy, IL. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.Richesonfh.com
Visitation for Kenny will be 10:00 am until Noon on Friday, February 21, 2025, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 112 North Border St, Troy, IL 62294.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00pm on Friday, February 21, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Troy, IL with Rev. Albert Collver officiating. Interment will be in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Troy, IL.
RICHESON FUNERAL HOME, Troy, IL
