Kenneth Charles Kretzer, age 83 of Maryville, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Anderson Hospital.

He was born September 27, 1940 in East St. Louis, IL to the late Charles and Emma (nee Stevens) Kretzer. He honorably served in the United States Air Force Reserves for six years. Kenneth worked for 38 years at General American Insurance in Data Processing until retiring in 1999.  He loved model trains and at one time was a President of the Metro East Model Railroad Club.  In his younger years, he enjoyed race car driving at the former Belle-Clair Speedway in Belleville, IL.

He is survived by his brother, Carl Kretzer of Port Orange, FL.

Upon his wishes, Kenneth was cremated, and no services will be held at this time.

Memorials may be made in his honor to the American Cancer Society and will be received at Barry Wilson Funeral Home, 2800 N. Center Street, Maryville, IL 62062.