NEW MARSHFIELD, Ohio –– Kenneth Eugene “Kenny” Keirns, age 80, of New Marshfield, passed away Friday, December 26, 2025 at his home with his family. Born March 31, 1945, in Millfield, he was the son of the late Daniel Keirns and Betty Jane Kittle Keirns.
A graduate of Chauncey Dover High School, he retired from the Athens Mental Health Center after 30 years of service. During his retirement, he enjoyed driving for RSVP, transporting Senior Citizens to doctor’s appointments. He was a fan of the Cincinnati Reds and Cincinnati Bengals, and enjoyed Keno.
Kenny is survived by his wife of 37 years, Teresa Matheny Keirns; three daughters, Lynn (Floyd) Mash of Nelsonville, Melissa (Randy) Westmoreland of Hazard, KY and Jennifer (Tim) Cronk of Winchester; a son, Kenny (Marie) Keirns, Jr. of Lancaster; three grandchildren, Tiffany Keirns, Whitney (Jacob) Riffle and Timmy Cronk; five great grandchildren, Briley, Rilenn, C.J., Palmer, and Lincoln; a sister, Judy (Jerry) McCune of Millfield; a brother, Danny Keirns of Jacksonville; also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Tony Roberts; a grandson, Floyd Mash II; and a sister, Wanda Morris.
At his request, no services are planned. Arrangements are with Jagers & Sons Funeral Home, Athens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Amedisys Hospice, 27853 State Route 7, Marietta, OH 45750. Please share a memory, a note of condolence or sign the online register at www.jagersfuneralhome.com.
