Dr. Kenneth Theda, age 88 of Bolivar, MO went to be with his Savior on Wednesday October 20, 2010 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born April 13, 1922 in southern California to Paul and Alice (Galligan) Theda.
Kenneth was a native of Seattle, WA and has lived the past 15 years in Bolivar. He was a member of Southern Hills Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Howard Payne University and while there he was ordained to the ministry. He completed his Bachelors of Divinity and Masters in Religious Education at Golden Gate Theological Seminary and graduated with his doctorate in Education from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. He ministered in various churches in California and Texas and was on the faculty of Wayland Baptist University and Delta State University. He was an encourager and ministered to countless numbers of people throughout his lifetime.
Memorial services for Dr. Kenneth Theda will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday October 23, 2010 in Southern Hills Baptist Church, Bolivar, MO. In lieu of flowers, a gift may be given to the International Mission Board through Southern Hills Baptist Church, 1220 S. Springfield, Bolivar, MO 65613. Friends and family may sign a guest book or send private condolences at: www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pitts Chapel of Bolivar, MO.