Kenneth Bratch

Kenneth Glen Bratch of Washington, Missouri, was born on August 11, 1943 in Essex, Missouri, a son to Herbie Daniel Bratch and Gladys (Dillard) Bratch. Kenneth went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, September 2, 2022, having reached the age of 79 years and 22 days.

Those who remain to treasure his memory include his loving wife, Bea Bratch; three children: Keith Bratch (wife, Linda), Myra Britton (husband, Ron), and Eric Bratch (wife, Anna); three step children: Step Children: David Whitchurch, Sherrie Arnold (husband, Bob), and Dennis Whitchurch; 8 grandchildren; 12 step grandchildren; many great grandchildren; two sisters: Bonnie Alpert and Leaetta Hulshof. Ken also leaves behind nieces, nephews and extended family.

In addition to his father and mother, Ken was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Helen Bratch; step daughter, Kathy Frendendall; and two brothers-in-law: Bill Hulshof and Jerry Alpert.

A Time of Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH OF WASHINGTON, 6955 Highway 100 Washington, MO. 63090, from 5 to 8 PM. Visitation will resume on Friday, September 9th, from 10 to 11 AM.

A Funeral Service will be held Friday, September 9th, at 11 AM at the FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH OF WASHINGTON. Pastors Ken Blackwell and Brett Blair will be officiating Ken’s service. Interment and final prayers will be held at First Baptist Church of Wildwood Cemetery. Honoring Ken by serving as pallbearers will be Justin Dayton, Kory Bratch, Noah Bratch, Steve Cartwright, Bob Arnold, and Gene McGillis.

DeClue Funeral Home was honored to have served and ministered to the family of Mr. Kenneth Bratch. View Ken’s video tribute or leave online condolences by visiting www.decluefuneralhome.com