Kenneth “Ken” Gutapfel, 89, of Sunman passed away on May 1, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born on December 3, 1935 at home in Lawrenceville, Indiana as the son of Harold and Edna (Roberts) Gutapfel.
Ken’s life was marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep love for his family and country. He began his working years at Batesville Casket before proudly serving his nation in the United States Army. A lifelong farmer, Ken found great joy in working the land and tending to his farm and caring for his cattle. When he wasn’t busy farming, he loved spending time at family gatherings, fishing, and driving his Kubota around the farm. Every evening he could be found watching his westerns or singing along to country gospel songs. His warmth, love, and passion for life will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Ken is survived by his loving wife, Nancy (Brinkman) Gutapfel; daughters: Jennifer (Chris) Salyer and Teresa (Jim) Conley; sons: Jeffery (Molly) Gutapfel and Thomas (Jo Ann) Gutapfel; grandchildren: Matt (Ashley) Salyer, Holly (Sam) Salyer, Aaron (Sara) Salyer, Austin Salyer, Savanna Gutapfel, Lux Gutapfel, Kristy (Teague) Hosty, Kyle (Samantha) Conley, Colin (Madison) Conley, Corie (Andrew) Mondragon, Valerie (Derick) Crawford, Jillian (Jordan) Edwards, Camryn (Kyle) Hartman, Tommy Gutapfel, and Clare Gutapfel; and 19 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Charol Andres-Fuernstein and Viola Klein.
Visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, May 5, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held following visitation at 3:00 PM with Pastor Rob Cooley officiating all at St. John Lutheran Church Hubbells in Sunman. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to St. John Lutheran Church Hubbells by bringing to services or mailing to Meyers Funeral Home, PO Box 202, Batesville, IN 47006.
Please feel free to leave a memory or message of comfort for Ken’s family in the online guestbook.
