Kenneth Edward Betz, 80, of Aurora, passed away at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago after complications following surgery.
He was born in East Canton, Ohio to the late Earl and Mildred Betz.
Kenneth honorably served his country in the Army Corps of Engineers and would then go on to start his own business.
When not working, Kenneth loved spending time with his large family.
He is survived by his loving wife, Faith Betz, and her children Rich (Sarah) Kakkuri and Charlie Kakkuri; and his beloved son, Edward Betz.
He is also survived by his nine grandchildren- Nikole, Steven, Jack, Jake Betz, And their mother, Mary; Jakob, Josh, Jonah, Sophie, and Eli Kakkuri, and their mother Amy.
Also surviving are six of his siblings- Gloria, Kay, Frank, Howard, Dar and Barb.
He is preceded in death by his parents, one son, Michael Betz, and six siblings - Bill, Sharon, Gary, Tom, Earl and Dee.
Arrangements entrusted to Dunn Family Funeral Home with Crematory.
For information: 630/554-3888 or www.dunnfamilyfuneralhome.com