Kenneth Richard Voyles, 86, of Dayton passed away at 12:05 pm on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at St. Elizabeth East.

He was born June 14, 1931 in Brookston to the late David A. and Lillian E. (Lee) Voyles.

Kenneth served in the Army during Korea and worked for the Local IBEW 668 for over 40 years before retiring.

His marriage was to Lois Joan Harwood on October 6, 1956, she passed away on November 19, 2000.

Kenneth was a member of American Legion Post 492, VFW and the Turtle Club.

He enjoyed motorcycles and working on cars. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, including trips to Kentucky to see his niece Pattie and his favorite niece Sandy.

Surviving are his children, Larry Voyles of Lafayette, Lorie Kyburz (Scott) of Wolcott, Rick Voyles (Cindy) of Grand Junction, CO, and Randy Voyles of Rossville; two sisters, Ruth Boesch of Lafayette and Elsie Barton of Hemet, CA. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Jayden and Justin Voyles, Christina Gomez, Angel Balchunas, Arica Brown, Trent Kyburz, Scean and Travis Rose as well as ten great grandchildren; his companion Allora Orr of West Lafayette and life-long friends Jim and Ann Allison.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Cindy Bolyard, a son David Voyles, three brothers and three sisters.

Friends may call from 1:00 pm until the time of the service at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Soller-Baker West Lafayette Chapel, 1184 Sagamore Parkway W. West Lafayette, IN 47906.

Burial will follow at Grandview Cemetery with American Legion Post 492 military rights.