Kenneth Leo Lynch 64 of Clinton, IL, formerly of Lane, IL passed away 1:31 AM, April 17, 2026 at his residence, Clinton, IL.

A Celebration of Kenny’s life will be 6 PM Wednesday April 22, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL. Private family burial will be at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to Cancer Care Center, Decatur, IL.

Kenneth was born May 13, 1961 in Clinton, Illinois the son of Albert Leo and Gladys (Murphy) Lynch. Kenneth and William started their journey together January 17, 2005.

Kenny leaves behind his longtime companion, William Manion, Clinton, IL.  He is also survived by his loving sister, Judy (Robert) Van Fossan, Clinton, IL; nephew, Shane (Abby) Van Fossan, Heyworth, IL; his great niece and nephew, Hadley and Weldon, Heyworth, IL; his dear cousin, LaDonna Barringer, Lane, IL and her family.  LaDonna, Judy, and Kenny all grew up together in Lane.  Kenny leaves behind his stepchildren:  Tara (Will), Seth (Rachel), Cody (Jessica) and all their children including one great-grandchild.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, and three nephews.

Kenny graduated from Clinton High school. He worked at Revere Copper and Brass, Inc. Clinton, IL and for the last 25 years he worked at Progressive Impressions, Bloomington, IL and Taylor Corporation in printing.  He was an avid fan of Spring and Summer.  Kenny loved going to Florida and spending time on the beach and ocean.   Kenny loved dogs and always had one to take care of.

A special thanks to the Cancer Care Center in Decatur that treated him like family.  He was a very kind, compassionate, quiet soul who will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com