Kenneth “Kenny” H. Blewett
Kenneth “Kenny” H. Blewett, age 79, of Liberty, died on February 10, 2026 in his home. He was born on December 4, 1946 in Quincy, the son of John and Lura (Gallaher) Blewett. He married Alicia J. Schmelzle on June 26, 1965, in St. Francis Catholic Church. She survives.
Kenny, known to many family and friends as “Big” or “Blue Gill,” attended Quincy Senior High School. He was currently serving as the Road Commissioner for Beverly Township, a role to which he was deeply dedicated and through which he loved serving the families of the community. Kenny was a member of the McKee Creek Coon Hunter’s Association. He liked vegetable gardening and doing yard work. His favorite pastime was when he was with his adored grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In his youth Kenny enjoyed farming with his uncle, cousins, and grandparents on the family farm, and the opportunity to drive the family’s two-cycle John Deere. He also really liked watching his Westerns.
In addition to his loving wife, Alicia, he is survived by his children: Kevin and Shannon Blewett of Florida, John and Nicole Blewett of Camp Point, Annette Blewett of Liberty, and Susan and Dan Stout of Plainville.
Grandchildren: Curtis and Katelyn Stout, Tanner and Olivia (Pree) Stout, Michael and Elizabeth Blewett, Kiersten and Levi Rigg, Kathryn Powell and Hunter Brotherton, Marlee and Kollen Hughes, and John “Gavin” Blewett.
Great-Grandchildren: Bryer and Emersyn Stout, Landree Hughes, Oliver Stout, and two great-grandchildren on the way. Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, mother and father-in-law Alvin and Agnes Schmelzle, a nephew, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM in the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home. Interment will take place in Pleasant View Cemetery east of Liberty. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026, from 12:00 PM until the time of services at 1:00 PM. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Service arrangements are with the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home.
Kevin so sorry for your loss. I always had fun working with him at Hubers .
Alicia and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Kenny. I have so many great memories of all of you growing up. Our parents were such good friends and all of us kids were just along for the ride. Crazy fun times. He was truly a great man. Rest in peace Kenny. Love Always.
So sorry to hear about our good friend Kenny. He was a great guy and we had a lot of memorable times over many years when we were raising our kids and Kenny and Alicia were such a fun part of those years. Sending love to Alicia and everyone feeling the loss of a good friend and family man. He was Blue Gil to us and we are deeply saddened.
Our family is so sorry to learn of Kenny’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
John , So sorry for the loss of your Father . You have our deepest sympathy.
Kenny and I went to Washington School together. He lived on Locust and I on 5 street. My flea market friend Leo kept me informed about him. My old friend rest till we meet again. My prayers are with the family.
Alicia, Kevy, Shannon and families, so sorry to hear this news! I have a few Kenny moments that still make me laugh! Kev, it’s been too long! Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys! God’s blessings and peace, Anita n Dan
Kevin and Family. I’m sorry for your loss. Kenny was a good man. We’re all left with some good memories. God bless.
Cecil