David L Kennel *
David “Wolfie” Lee Kennel, age 70 of Polk, NE died Thursday, January 2, 2025 in Stromsburg, NE. He was born on May 19, 1954 to Harry and Florence (Shockey) Kennel in York, NE. On October 11, 1974 he was united in marriage to Rochelle Spelts in Grand Island, NE.
David worked in construction. He was a partner in T & R Drywall, then started his own business Wolfie’s Drywall in Grand Island. He was a member of Arborville Congregational Church near Polk. David enjoyed riding motorcycles, especially his many trips to Sturgis SD, collecting guns and gardening.
He is survived by his wife Rochelle of Polk, daughter Jennifer (Ryan) Rathburn of Marquette, NE, grandchildren Taylor (Connor) Eickmeier of Aurora, NE, Jeris Rathburn of Marquette, great-grandchild Elliot Eickmeier of Aurora, brother Clyde (Barb) Kennel of Polk, sisters Josie (Doug) Crowdell of Benedict, NE, Janet (Mark) Dostal of Columbus, NE, and his beloved dogs Simon and Danny.
He was preceded in death by his parents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Gravesides services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Arborville Cemetery, Polk, NE. It was David’s wish to be cremated. There will be no viewing, however visitation and signing of his book will be held from 1-8 p.m., Wednesday with the family greeting friends from 6-7:30 p.m. that evening, all at Metz Mortuary in York. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. Condolences may be left for the family at metzmortuary.com. Metz Mortuary in York is handling the arrangements.
Published by York News-Times on Jan. 4, 2025.