Mr. Kenneth Church, 68, a resident of the Oneida Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Utica, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the nursing home.

    Kenneth was born on September 23, 1957, the son of Loren and Dorothy Church. For many years, he was employed as a baker at Hemstrought’s Bakery in Utica. Kenneth was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Whitesboro.

    Mr. Church is survived by his stepmother, Pat Church of Ilion; brothers, Wayne (Debra) Church and Steve Church both of Holland Patent; sister, Loretta Ransom of Saranac Lake and a dear friend, Joey Cucchiara.  He was predeceased by his parents, Loren and Dorothy.

    A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 10:00 am at Forest Hill Cemetery, 2201 Oneida St., Utica.   

     Relatives and friend are respectfully invited to a celebration of life on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 1:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church, 1 Elm St., Whitesboro, NY with Pastor George Cooper officiating.

      In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 1 Elm St., Whitesboro, NY 13492

     Arrangements are entrusted to Heintz Funeral Service, Inc., Utica.