Kenneth Earl Near
May 1, 1961 - January 6, 2026
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Kenneth Earl Near Obituary
Kenneth E. Near, 64, of Tionesta, PA passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday. January 6, 2026.
He was born on May 1, 1961, in Clarion, PA to the late Kenneth Eugene and June Marie Hartzell Near.
Ken was a graduate of North Clarion High School. He was married to Lucy Stover, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by a brother, Eugene "Bill" William Near also of Tionesta, and numerous cousins.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter.
There will be no services. Borland-Ensminger Funeral Home, Inc. in Leeper was entrusted with arrangements.
Donations may be made to the Borland-Ensminger Funeral Home, Inc. P.O. Box 319, Leeper, PA 16233, to help defray funeral costs.
Online condolences may be made to the family at borlandensmingerfh.com.
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Kenneth E. Near, 64, of Tionesta, PA passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday. January 6, 2026.
He was born on May 1, 1961, in Clarion, PA to the late Kenneth Eugene and June Marie Hartzell Near.
Ken was a graduate of North Clarion High School. He was married to Lucy Stover, who preceded him in death.
Events
Final Resting Place
Thursday, January 8, 2026
12:00 pm
Venango Cremation Services
116 Bissell Avenue Oil City, PA 16301