Kenneth Charles Gansor
Kenneth Charles Gansor, 62, of Morgantown, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in Kingwood. He was born January 4, 1963, a beloved son of the late Joseph William Gansor Sr. and MaryGansor.Kenneth graduated from Morgantown High School and went on to earn a business degree from West Virginia University.Kenneth was an Orthodox Christian and attended St. Mary's Orthodox Church in Westover.Kenneth is survived by his brothers, Michael (Julie) of Morgantown, Joseph Jr. (Nancy) of Franklin, Va., and Edwin (Susan) of Millsboro, Del.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents.Friends and family are invited to Hastings Funeral Home, 153 Spruce Street, Morgantown, from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 27. A memorial service (Panachida) will start at 3:45 p.m.Visitation will continue in St. Mary's Orthodox Church, 3 W. Park Avenue, Westover, from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral at 11 a.m. Monday, April 28, with Father Thomas Slosky officiating.Interment will follow at East Oak Grove Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, donations, in memory of Kenneth, can be made to St. Mary's Orthodox Church, 19 West Park Avenue, Westover, WV 26501.
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