Kenneth Ray Hartwick, age 79, passed away March 20, 2025 at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, Missouri Surrounded by his closest loved ones and family.

He was born April 29, 1945 in Pinebluff, Arkansas, son of the late Marvin C and Mozelle Osborn-Hartwick. Kenneth was a member of Charleston First Assembly of God church, where he spent a lot of time volunteering at the church for food drives and different projects. He loved spending time with his family and caring for his girls. He was a great storyteller and could fix anything. He was an exceptional Jack of all trades and an even better father. He had a wonderful personality and a sense of humor that everyone could admire.

He is survived by his children. Dennis (Teresa) Hartwick Of Georgia, Glenn (Maria) Hartwick of the Philippines, Kim (Todd) Peters of Cape Girardeau, Heather Hartwick of East Prairie, Kenneth Hartwick Junior of East Prairie, Cherish Hartwick of East Prairie, Missouri, and Aubrey Hartwick of East Prairie, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his brother Cecil Hartwick and his sister Mildred Harrington. He leaves behind several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and a host of friends and loved ones.

Arrangements will be made at a later date to celebrate his life and legacy.

Ponder Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.