Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Minnesota Valley Funeral Home – SOUTH Chapel at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Searles. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, and will continue from 10-11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 all at the Minnesota Valley Funeral Home – SOUTH Chapel in New Ulm. To leave an online condolence for the family, or to sign the guestbook, please visit: www.mvfh.org

Kenny is survived by his sons: Jorey Klinkner of New Ulm, Jayson (Jenna) Klinkner of New Ulm, and Joseph (Jessica) Klinkner of New Ulm; grandchildren: Allie, Preston, Liam, and Levi; significant other, Arlis Thul; siblings: Colleen Marketon of Howard Lake, Beverly (Peter) Hoffman of New Ulm, Diane (Patrick) Wimmer of St. Cloud, and Patrick Klinkner of Searles ; along with many nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Beatrice (Ellingson) Klinkner; his sister, Patricia Ann Klinkner; and brother-in-law, Kenny Marketon.

Kenneth Anthony Klinkner was born June 6, 1961, in New Ulm to Everett and Beatrice (Ellingson) Klinkner. He graduated from New Ulm High School in 1979 and was blessed with three sons who brought him great pride and joy.

He worked nearly 20 years at Hoffman Construction and, more recently, was employed at Pat Klinkner Farms and Tauer’s Dairy. Kenny was known for his strong work ethic and big heart — always willing to lend a hand to a friend or neighbor.

Outside of work, Kenny loved hunting, farming, gardening, spending time with his grandkids, watching wrestling, and cheering for the Dallas Cowboys. His deep love for his family and friends will be remembered always.

Blessed be his memory.

The family extends a heartfelt thank you to the Platz family, Lafayette EMS, and Allina Health for their compassion and support.

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