Kenneth William Neeser

Kenneth William Neeser was born October 6, 1960 to Vonda (Neeser) Faulkner. Shortly after that time, he was legally adopted by Fred and Zella Neeser, who were Vonda‘s parents. He was raised with them being his parents and as the youngest sibling to his brothers and sisters. He grew up in McCammon Idaho. Even as a young boy, he had a love for construction. He would mix oil, dirt and rocks and fix the cracks in the roads in his hometown.  

In 1979 he married Robin (Wagner) Claunch and had two children, Michael Neeser and Jennifer Neeser-Curzon. They lived a short time in Nevada, American Falls, Idaho, and then settled in Arbon Valley Idaho due to Robin becoming a teacher there. He enjoyed many things besides working though he was a dedicated hard worker and that always came first. He played on the men’s LDS basketball team for Arbon Valley in the winter time along with snowmobiling with the Arbon crew and friends from growing up and work. He was known far and wide for his snowmobiling abilities, including out running not just one, but a few different avalanches up near soda Springs.

Ken and Robin divorced in the year 2000. Kenny met Cara (Carson) Whitney soon after and they married later in 2001. They made their home in Homedale Idaho. In 2005 Trinity Catrese Neeser was born and became the highlight of Kenny’s life. Ken and Cara divorced in 2012. While he had a companion or two he never remarried. 

Kenny loved horses just like his dad and his brother. He enjoyed going for rides with friends and his kids. He enjoyed poker parties, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, camping, playing pool and just having a good time. Though he traveled for work often there were very few rodeos he missed for his daughter, Jennifer. He took pride in the fact that Michael followed in his footsteps in construction. The love and the passion that they both shared for it kept them bonded. Ken was beyond proud of Trinity and supported her in every adventure, even when he could not make it in person due to health he had someone videoing. He loved, supported and was proud of all 3 of his children. 

Going back to 2001, Kenny became a grandfather to Jennifers first born. Later he was a grandfather to 6 (2 being step) of Jennifer’s children and 1 of Michael’s. In 2021 he became a great grandfather to Jennifer’s oldest son’s child. He absolutely loved his grandchildren and enjoyed teasing them as well. 

Kenny not only was known across the state but he was loved by many. He in turn helped so many people. Even when some did him wrong he never deterred from helping friends or people in need. He was famous for his lectures. “Better pay attention” & “figure it out” were some of his best advice. You are better off if you’ve had a Kenny talk. 

In the past 6 years Kenny’s health prevented him from doing several of the things he loved. The most recent years even more so. He enjoyed his drinks and became part of the happy hour group with his buddies. They looked out for each other and became good friends. 

Kenneth William Neeser passed on from this world December 25th 2024 at his home, in Homedale. While he will be missed and was loved by many, his legacy, outlook and love will continue to be carried by his children and grandchildren. Until we meet again.