Kenneth R. Strandberg 75, of Buffalo, SD formerly of Island Park, ID passed away on April 5, 2016 at home surrounded by his daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren.

Kenneth Roger Strandberg, born September 9, 1940 was the son of John and Agnes Strandberg.

Kenny grew up in Minnesota. Kenny loved being on the farm milking cows, feeding pigs, chickens and horses.

He loved spending time with his children.

Kenny was a carpenter his whole life and the last twenty-four years he was also the Fire Chief in Island Park, ID.

He loved riding snowmobiles with his family and all of his friends.

Kenny married Diana J. Engel on April 17, 1978 and to this union two children were born, Robin and Jesse. They later divorced. Kenny married again to LoAnne Huttinger on February 14, 1991.

Kenny is going to be deeply missed by his family and friends. Kenny was a great dad and he will always be in our hearts.

He is survived by one daughter, Robin (Jeremy) Humbracht of Buffalo, SD and one son Jesse (Sarah Dottavio) Strandberg of Longmont, CO. One sister MrytJoy of Minnesota and his step-children Chris (Vicki) Huttinger of Ahston, ID, Vince (Jackie) Balander of Cherry Valley, CA, Mike Balander of Berthoud, CO, Rhonda Kennedy of Loveland, CO, Renee (David) Bakke of Loveland, CO, and Mark (Andie) Crass of Chapel, NE. Grandchildren: Shania and Kendra Myers, Summer and Bryson Strandberg. Step-grandchildren: Dustin, Trevor, and Madison Balander, Marcy and Brandon Olson, Brian, Mark and Conner Huttinger, Megan Mikels, Markie, Taylor, Hudson, Tanner and Lexi Crass and Axle Kennedy. Step-great-granddaughter: Keaira Madrid and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Agnes Strandberg, his wife LoAnne Strandberg and brother Pete Strandberg.

A memorial service will be held May 14th at 515 3rd St. W. Buffalo, SD starting at 11:00 am with a potluck lunch.

Arrangements being taken care of by Kresbach and Kulseth Funeral Homes.