- Kenneth J. Hietpas, "Hip", 59, Kaukauna, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at his residence. He was born on April 10, 1951, in Appleton, the son of Arthur P. and Irene (Timmers) Hietpas. Ken was an outgoing, friendly guy who loved to share a story, a laugh and a beverage with family, friends and acquaintances. He always brought a smile to your face and laughter to your soul. Hip had a kind and generous personality and was quick to volunteer his help or services in any way possible.
Ken was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Kaukauna, where he enjoyed serving as an usher. He was a regular blood donor and was proud to help others in this way. He generously offered his services and expertise to the "Rebuilding Together" program of the Fox Valley. Ken was a proud member of Local #955 Carpenters Union. He also was a faithful member and Friday night fish regular of the Local Moose Lodge #953.
Over the years, Ken enjoyed planting, tending and watching his gardens produce their bounty, which he readily shared with family, friends and neighbors. Hip loved to go camping and was an expert at building huge campfires. For many years, Ken was an avid bowler and belonged to various leagues in the Fox Valley. He enjoyed watching the Packers and playing cards, especially a good game of cribbage.
Ken was a devoted, loyal and loving father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, friend and neighbor. He will be sadly missed by his caring and generous daughter, Stephanie, his sidekick, housemate and son, Josh, the joy and love of his life, his grandson, Drew, all of Kaukauna; the mother of his children, Betty (Treptow) Hoover, Little Chute; and "Lady", his companion and giver of unconditional love. Ken is further survived by his mother, Irene (Tim) Hietpas, Appleton; four brothers, Charles (Ellen), Little Chute; Jeffery, Appleton; Gregory, Dunedin, Fla.; Todd, Kimberly; two sisters, Susan (Ceylon) King, Menasha; and Jean (Scott) Hietpas-Ohrstrom, Mill Valley, Calif.; countless nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and neighbors.
Ken was preceded in death by his father, Arthur P. Hietpas, along with his grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins, of both the Hietpas and Timmers families.
Funeral services for Ken will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, at Bethany Lutheran Church, 124 West 10th St., Kaukauna, with the Rev. Walter Steinbach officiating. Interment will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 3 p.m. until the time of services.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund in Ken's name is being established.
The Boettcher Family Funeral Home in Kaukauna, is assisting the family.
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1951 - 2010 (59 years)
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