Kenneth W. Timmons, Age 80 of Naperville, IL, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2022 with his family by his side.
Born June 1, 1941, in Danville IL he was the son of the late Paul and Blanche Timmons.
Ken was a life-long learner and devoted much of his time to studying Biblical history, comparative religions, physics, and astronomy. Whether leading a Bible study, building his own telescopes, or reading about the stars, Ken was always looking towards the Heavens. Ken's love of Astronomy led him to join the Naperville Astronomical Association and travel throughout the world to view and photograph total eclipses of the sun.
Ken enjoyed a long career designing heavy equipment at Caterpillar. He had a life-long fellowship with the United Methodist Church. Ken was a devoted, active, contributing member of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Oswego.
Ken is survived by his sisters, Shirley (John) Hazelton and Juanita (Philip "Toni") Waters. Nieces and Nephews includes Linda Cecola, Sharon Mouri, Carol (Bill) Heine, Janice Waters, Gary (Amy) Waters.
Pre-deceased by his parents and beloved nephews Bradley Waters.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Oswego, IL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:
UMCOR-Global Ministries at https://umcmission.org/give/.
To give by mail, make your check payable to Advance GCFA, write the name of the missionary or project and the Advance number on the memo line of the check and send it to;
Global Ministries/UMCOR, GPO, P.O. Box 9068, New York, NY 10087-9068
or
Heifer Foundation at https://myheiferfoundationgiving.org/.
Heifer Foundation, 1 World Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72202
For additional information: 630/554-3888 or www.dunnfamilyfuneralhome.com