Kenneth Leon Groves

Kenneth Leon Groves was born January 17,1962 in Branson, MO and resided in Kirbyville, MO most of his life.  He was a self-sufficient man of peace and kindness whom loved the outdoors and sense of adventure. Kenneth enjoyed white water kayaking, camping, dirt bikes, canoeing, biking, feeding and watching the birds, taking his beloved dogs for walks and working outside.  His quizzical, good-hearted character at many card tables with friends was only surpassed by his knowledge of sports, love of music and endless random facts. Kenneth's career of driving local and over the road carried over 35 years and millions of miles.  He loved to share the amazing sites of this country and people he met along the way.  Kenneth had a passion and soft heart for all dogs, rarely passing a stray without securing it with food, water and warmth.  A pioneer of his own spirit, Kenneth had many hobbies and a heart of gold.  

He is preceded in death by his sister Melinda G. Curtin, his parents David and Gladys Groves of Kirbyville, MO, his grandparents Asa and Chloe Groves of Hollister, MO, Olan and Hazel Austin of Kirbyville, aunts and uncles and cousins, and Rusty, Sierra, Maggie and Sally.

Kenneth is survived by nieces Jennifer Curtin Widner of Forsyth, MO, Tracy Curtin Clark of Ozark, MO, brother-in-law Jerry Curtin of Kirbyville, MO, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins, his beloved dogs and many life long friends.

Services will be held at Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home and Crematory in Branson, MO Saturday, November 18 with visitation at 12:00 pm and services at 1 pm.  Burial will be held in Mincy Cemetery.  Memorials in Ken's memory can be made to the Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society, 2837 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Branson, MO 65616.  

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