Kenneth 'Kenny' C. Partlow

Kenneth 'Kenny' Charles Partlow, 87, of Emporia, KS, passed away on October 28, 2026. 

Kenny was born on December 27, 1938, in Emporia, KS, the son of Kenneth and Vera (Sattler) Partlow. He attended school in Emporia, graduating from Emporia High School. In September of 1960, Kenny enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served before receiving honorable discharged due to injury in September of 1961. He was a member of the American Legion in Emporia, KS.

Kenny was united in marriage to Vivian Crawford on June 16, 1972, in Emporia, KS. Together the couple lived in Hartford and, later, their current residence in Neosho Rapids, Kansas. The couple also attended and were members of the Neosho Rapids Memorial United Methodist Church. Kenny worked as a pipefitter and carpenter for Markowitz Construction for many years. He went on to work at Wolf Creek Power Station, where he continued his career until his retirement. 

Kenny is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth & Vera Partlow; his brothers, Marshall Partlow & Perry Partlow; and a sister, Diana McMahan. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Vivian Partlow of Neosho Rapids, KS; stepdaughters, Debbie Markowitz of Olpe, KS and Beverly Crouch (Steve) of Batesburg, SC; his sister, Sheri Hannasch; and 8 grandchildren.  

A graveside memorial service will be held for Kenny on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Waverly Cemetery. Inurnment will follow services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Prairie Paws Animal Shelter in Emporia, KS, sent c/o Jones VanArsdale Funeral Home & Crematory, PO Box 43, Lebo, KS 66856.