Kenneth W. Cutsforth, Branson, MO, son of Harry and Iva (Underwood) Cutsforth, was born October 9, 1940, in New Hampton, IA, and departed this life on November 16, 2023, at the age of 83, peacefully with his wife at his side.

Kenneth began working as a truck driver for his father's trucking company while still in high school. After graduation, he went on to serve in the United States Army prior to resuming his truck driving career.

He was united in marriage to Susan K. Rupkalvis on May 30, 1981.  Together they moved to the Branson area from Cedar Falls, IA, forty years ago.

After retirement, Kenneth was able to devote more time to his passion for hunting and fishing. They spent several winters near Winnsboro, TX, allowing him to spend time fishing with some of his closest friends.

He was a long-term member of Faith Lutheran Church, Branson, MO.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Iva (Underwood) Cutsforth, sister Lois (Charles) Wentz, and brother Allen (Patricia) Cutsforth.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Susan of Branson, MO, two children; Tim Cutsforth of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Ann (Preston) Miles of West Des Moines, IA, two grandchildren; Benjamin and Marcus Miles, his brother; David (Virginia) Cutsforth, and many nieces and nephews.

Rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast. To him be the power forever and ever. (1 Peter 4:13 & 5:10-11)

A memorial service will be held at a later date in Rochester, MN.  Cremation was under the direction of the Stumpff Funeral Home, Kimberling City, MO.