Ernest H. Kemnetz, 90, of Chebanse passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Arcadia Care in Clifton. He was born June 25, 1932 in Fairbury, the son of Ernest and Nellie (Hornical) Kemnetz and they preceded him in death in addition to one brother, Howard Kemnetz; one daughter, Heidi Kemnetz; and one great-granddaughter, Elle Henrichs.

He married Jeanne C. Rice on November 26, 1955 in Normal and she survives. Also surviving are one son, Mike (Donna) Kemnetz; one daughter, Sue (Rod) Wolfe; eight grandchildren; and eighteen great-grandchildren.

Mr. Kemnetz served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are by the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton.