Kenny was born on August 17, 1946, in Westmoreland, Kansas, to parents George and Emma (Kuhn) Mayer. He married Jean Blanka on June 14, 1969, in Louisville, Kansas.
Kenny was a simple and private man. He enjoyed tinkering on broken tractors and trucks. He worked as a construction foreman for Bayer Construction Co. in Manhattan, Kansas, until his retirement. He loved his time with his family and cats.
He is survived by his wife, Jean; sons, Josh Mayer (Laura) and Jonathan Mayer (Carolina); and grandsons, Benjamin and Mateo Mayer.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Cattails Society Feline Rescue. Donations can be made online at https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/2448776. Checks are preferred and can be made to "Cattails" which may be sent to Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS, 66547.
Private services are planned for a future date. Arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.campanellastewart.com.