IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Kenneth Ray

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Derry

September 7, 1961 – August 20, 2025

Obituary

Kenneth Ray Derry, "Kenny", was born in Bakersfield, CA on September 7th, 1961, to Billy and Rosalie Derry. He passed away on August 20th, 2025 at the age of 63.

Kenny lived in Shafter most of his life. He enjoyed walking around the community, especially around Shafter High and Mannel Park; and loved telling stories about the good old times. He also loved classic rock music, movies, sports, animals and collecting comic books/sports cards.

He was a devoted Husband, Father, Brother and Uncle who was always around to support his family. "Family is all you got" as he would put it.

Kenny will be missed by all of his family. His wife Cecilia Derry and their children; Michael, Matthew, and Ryan Derry; His sister Linda Rasmussen; His nieces and nephews; Shawn, Missy, Bree, Dwayne, Chris "Bubba", and Brittney; His grand nieces and nephews; and plenty more friends and family. Last but not the least, his cat Tulip.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy and Rosalie Derry; his brother, Gary Derry; and his son, Steven Derry.

Viewing Service will be held September 2nd, from 4pm-8pm, at Peter's Funeral Home - 844 E. Lerdo Hwy, Shafter CA 93263.

Funeral Services will be held on September 3rd, 10am-11am at Peter's Funeral Home - 844 E. Lerdo Hwy, Shafter, CA 93263,

Graveside Service will be held on September 3rd, 11:15am at the Shafter Memorial Park - 18662 Santa Fe Way, Shafter, CA 93263

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Peters Funeral Home - Shafter

844 East Lerdo Highway, Shafter, CA 93263

4:00 - 8:00 pm

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September
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Peters Funeral Home - Shafter

844 East Lerdo Highway, Shafter, CA 93263

10:00 - 11:00 am

Graveside Service

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Starts at 11:15 am

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