Kenneth A. Rohde
1943-2025

Kenneth A. Rohde
NORWAY — Kenneth A. Rohde of Norway, formerly of Freeland, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at Traditions of Saginaw at the age 81.
The son of the late Frederick and Alma (Schmittgen) Rohde, Kenneth was born Aug. 5, 1943, in Saginaw, Mich. He married Marilyn Sieggreen on Aug. 29, 1964. She predeceased him.
He then married JoAnne M. (Calson) Bray on May 22, 1987. She survives him.
Ken was co-owner of Rohde and Sons Farm Equipment in Freeland with his brother, Wayne. He was an organizer and enjoyed, bowling, softball, snowmobiling, fishing and spending quality time with family at cookouts.
Surviving besides his wife, JoAnne, are two sons and one daughter, James and Jerri Lynn Rohde of St. Louis, Mich., Patty and Bob Dubay of Saginaw, John and Brenna Rohde of Freeland; two stepdaughters, Mary Jo and Pete Malane of Grand Rapids, Mich., Tracey and Chris Nunez of Punta Gorda, Fla.; seven grandchildren, Justin and Ellie Rohde, Megan Dubay, Rebekah and Luke Glasco, Joshua Dubay, Alexander Rohde, Jacob Rohde, and Morgan and Gabe Howard; four great-grandchildren; 11 stepgrandchildren; seven stepgreat-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
Ken was preceded in death by two stepsons, Mark Bray and Kim Bray; a stepgranddaughter, Katy Dubay; one sister, Marlene Krauss; and two brothers, Donald Rohde Sr. and Wayne Rohde.
Honoring Mr. Rohde’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. When JoAnne passes, they will both be buried in Norway Township Cemetery in Norway.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Covenant VNA Hospice.
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