Kirk Gregory Kettler, 59, of Punta Gorda, Florida, succumbed to cancer, with his youngest son by his side, while in the care of Tidewell Hospice on April 11, 2020. Born August 12, 1960, in Moline, Illinois, he was the son of James and Jane (Thiele) Kettler.

Kirk worked full-time as a Chief Operator at a wastewater treatment facility in Punta Gorda. Kirk is a veteran and served in the army. He was a proud supporter of the Salvation Army, and also an honorary member of the Florida Sheriff’s Association. He enjoyed watching football, and was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Bears. He enjoyed taking his children fishing as a pastime. He spent a lot of time working hard even at the comforts of home, always keeping his hands busy. Kirk knew how to fix almost anything, and he prided himself on his ability to get a job done well. He loved all of his dogs very much, and would spend most nights entertained by them. 

Kirk is survived by his three children, Kirk Kettler and his wife Jenae of Franklin North Carolina, Kayte Witten and her husband Dan of Winfield Illinois, and Colton Kettler of Punta Gorda Florida; grandchildren, Zoe, Zander and Zeryck Kettler, and Cole and Claire Witten. brothers, Bob and Bruce Kettler and sister, Cynthia Calef; and numerous nieces and nephews. Kirk was preceded in death by his parents and younger brother, Jeff Kettler.