Kenneth Clarence Heller, age 86 of Collinsville, IL, born September 18, 1937 in Maryville, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at University Care Center in Edwardsville, IL.

Kenneth was a retired Teamsters freight engineer.  He honorably served in the United States Army and was a member of SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Collinsville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Florence (nee Valle) Heller; his wife, Patricia Ann (nee Morgan) Heller; and seven siblings: John Heller Jr., Dixie Lee, Fern Lorraine, Bernice Ann, Kenneth Clarence, Betty Rose and Ida Lee Heller.

Surviving are his three daughters:  Patti Heller and Lisa Heller, both of Collinsville, IL and Judy Hagar of St. Charles, MO; four grandchildren: Alex, David, Justin and Danielle; a great-granddaughter, Thea; a sister, Romona Buchanan of NC; numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Barry Wilson Funeral Home in Maryville.

Funeral service will follow at 12 noon with Father Michael Haag officiating.  Burial with military honors will be at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Collinsville Food Pantry and will be received at the visitation or may be mailed to Barry Wilson Funeral Home, 2800 N. Center Street, Maryville, IL 62062.