KENNETH EARL (KENNY) GRATE

KENNETH EARL (KENNY) GRATE, 69, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away Monday, August 31, 2020.
Kenny was born in Salem, OH on March 22, 1951, a son of Emily Woolard Grate of Washington, NC.
He was a retired police officer, D.A.R.E. Instructor, and a School Bus Driver for the City of Martins Ferry. He was a member of First Christian Church of Martins Ferry. Kenny served in the U.S. Navy during the Viet Nam War.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Grate.
In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife, Marianne (Scheehle) Grate; two brothers, Allen and Bill Grate; two sisters, Brenda Afton and Cynthia Grate; two beloved pets, Piper and Penny; numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Keller Funeral Home, 615 Hanover Street, Martins Ferry where friends will be received Saturday, September 5, 2020 from 11:30-1:30 p.m. Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. at Riverview Cemetery, Martins Ferry with Rod Kasler officiating.
Belmont Co. Veterans Association will give military honors at the cemetery preceding the service.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Belmont Co. Animal Shelter, 45244 National Road, St. Clairsville, OH 43950.
Condolences to the family may be made by signing the guest book to the right of Kenney's photo
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