Kenneth Grady

Kenneth Grady

Kenneth Grady Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home - Marietta on Jul. 7, 2025.

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Kenneth Grady, 90, of Marietta passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at Waterview Pointe. He was born in Parkersburg, WV, on October 18, 1934.
Kenneth served in the U. S. Marines for 22 years and retired as a gunnery Sergeant. He then worked at Fenton Art Glass for 28 years. He enjoyed running in road races.
In 1974, he married Garnet Grady who preceded him in death in 2003. Kenneth is survived by his children: Kelly McLaughlin, Joni Prince, Bill Grady, Jason Grady, Michelle Paul and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his son Dean Paul, wife, his mother Cathryn Phillips Grady, and 2 sisters and brothers.
According with his wishes, he will be cremated and a celebration of this life will be held at a later date.
McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral home is assisting the family and messages of sympathy may be sent at www.Lankfordfh.com.

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