William "Kenny"'s Obituary
William “Kenny” Jeffers, 86, of Remington, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 30, 2026, at George Ade Memorial Health Care Center. Born on November 6, 1939, in Terre Haute, IN, he was the son of the late William K. and Alice (Newton) Jeffers.
Kenny was married to Bernice Zigler on March 11, 1961, in Jasper County, and she preceded him in death. He worked for several years as an over the road truck driver, known by his CB handle, Diesel Smoke, hauling steel across the country.
He cherished spending time with his family and friends, enjoying McDonald's coffee and conversations about life in Remington. In his earlier years, Kenny found joy in fishing, gardening, and decorating for Christmas.
He is survived by his sons, Kenny Jeffers and Ralph (Ruth) Jeffers; grandsons, Brandon (Lisa) Jeffers and Christopher (Flavia) Jeffers; brothers, Alfred “Peanut” (Brenda) Jeffers, Roy Jeffers, and Bruce (Donna) Jeffers. Kenny is also survived by many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and several lifetime close friends.
Preceding him in death, along with his wife and parents, are his daughter-in-law, Donna Jeffers, and sisters, Judy, Sharon, and Brenda.
A visitation will be held from 11:00 AM (EST) - 1:00 PM (EST) on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington. Interment will follow in Remington Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Kenny to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund or a charity of your choice.
