Kenneth William Widmer, 88, died peacefully in Marble Falls, Texas, on December 15th, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Loretta, three sons, and seven grandchildren.

  Ken was born in Hazel Park, Michigan, on October 6, 1936 and lived his childhood in Brookston, Indiana, where he fished in the creeks and rivers, instilling in him a lifelong passion for fishing. He loved to discuss fishing with anyone who would listen. Kenneth and Loretta first met and bonded over their mutual appreciation for outlaw race cars, which they continued to share throughout their long and happy marriage. He also served in the Army during the Korean War where he served as a Countermeasure Specialist, received a Good Conduct Medal and was honorably discharged in 1957.

  Ken is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Loretta (Leming); his sons Greg, Darin and Rick (Lee Anne); seven grandchildren, Christine, Kaitlyn (Andrea), Devin, Brian, Rebecca, Ryan and Lauren; and many brother and sister in-laws including Jason Leming who they raised as their own son. 

  He was preceded in death by his mother, Doris, his father Lloyd, his younger brother, Ronnie, his younger sister, Delores “Sue,” and his older brother, Harold.

  Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, December 21, 2024 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home (101 West 4th St.  Brookston, Indiana 47923).  A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, December 22, 2024 also at the funeral home; Rev. Dr. Lelan D. McReynolds to officiate.  Interment to follow in Brookston Cemetery.