Kenneth R. Rufener, 86 of Newton Falls died at 3:10am on April 14, 2022 at St. Joesph Health Care Center in Warren.

He was born on March 26, 1936 in Newton Falls, the son of Kenneth L. & Juanita (Price) Rufener.

Mr. Rufener retired from American Welding. He was a member of the First Christian Church & served in The United States Marine Corp.

He is preceeded in death by his wife, Edna Hammond Rufener and a sister.

He is survived by a daughter Kathy Lynn Rufener Harvey of Newton Falls, a son Kevin Ray Rufener of Newton Falls, three grandchildren Kristen, Michael and Shawn Rufener and a brother.

Cremation has taken place. At Mr. Rufener's request, no services or visitation will take place.

Arrangements are being handled by James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444. Friends and family may visit www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com to view this obituary and to send condolences.