Kenneth Earl Dahms

Kenneth E. Dahms, age 72, of Gladbrook, Iowa passed away on September 6, 2024, at Grundy Care Center under the care of St. Croix Hospice surrounded by his loving family.

Per his wishes and his family, cremation rites will be accorded. No formal services have been scheduled at this time. Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Kenneth and his family. Memorials may be directed to the family for a later designation. For questions or condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234.

Kenneth Earl Dahms was born on April 18, 1952, in Marshalltown, Iowa. He was the son of Roland and Joyce (Stauffer) Dahms. Kenneth attended Gladbrook High School and graduated with the class of 1970. On November 9, 1974, he married the love of his life, Betty Lee (Crippen) Dahms at the Park Hill Church. Together they made their home in Gladbrook, Iowa. Kenneth was a Journeyman brick layer and stone mason for 45 years. In his free time, he enjoyed playing tennis, shooting pool, ping pong, and watching all Iowa Hawkeye sports. He was also a loyal Pittsburgh Steeler Fan. Kenneth also liked to spend a lot of time in his man cave, but he truly loved to spend quality time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife Betty; his three daughters: Molly (Mike Togersen), Abby, and Riley Dahms; his five grandchildren: Drake Terven, Jasmin Terven, Tylin Terven, Danyelle (Clay Beenken) Foos, and Jakob Foos; his four great grandchildren: Eli, Kinsley, Paxton and Cora; his two siblings: Kirk Dahms of Gladbrook, IA. and Jayne (David) Heath of Alexandria, LA.; his three brothers-in-law: Floyd Love, Bill (Donna) Love, and Bob Love; and his two dogs, Mickey and Rooney. Kenneth is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents, Roland and Joyce Dahms.