Kenneth "Kenny" R. Herron, Jr., 64, of Rock Island, formerly of Little Rock, Arkansas, died Sunday, January 19, 2025 at UnityPoint Health – Trinity Rock Island.  Per his wishes, cremation rites were accorded and there will be no services.  Memorials may be made in care of an animal rescue facility of your choice or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.  Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Rock Island, is assisting the family.

Kenny Rae was born 64 years ago in Nashville, Tennessee, a son of Kenneth Sr. and Aunalee Ratliff Herron .  He was raised in Little Rock, Arkansas. Kenny loved his family- his children, sons-in-law, grandchildren, and dogs with all he had. His truest love was his wife, Jacquetta who he loved for over 25 years since they were teenagers.   They wed on May 5, 2007.  Kenny never asked for help, despite always helping others, but would always appreciate those who would lend him a helping hand. Kenny could always be counted on for a strong sense of humor, never missing the dinner bell, and his Ralph Lauren matching horses. Kenny loved sharing with others whether that be a helpful piece of advice, a great clothing bargain, and always his care. Kenny's generous spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of his friends and family and in his final act of giving to others in need through donation.

He was a member of the Fairview Missionary Baptist Church in Hensley, Arkansas.  He enjoyed building race cars as well as watching NASCAR.

Kenny was a self-employed master electrician.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Jacquetta Herron, Rock Island, IL; son, Chase Stephens; daughters and sons-in-law, Rachel and Charles Owen, Bettendorf, IA and Meghan and DJ Jarvis, Rock Island, IL; six grandchildren; brother, Gregory (Ginger) Herron, Little Rock, AR; niece, Aunna Webster, Little Rock, AR; honorary parents, Buddy and Judy Sellers; and his two dogs.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Randy Sanders.

Kenny was considered to be a "donor in spirit," by the Gift of Hope.  The family wishes to especially thank the nurses and staff at UnityPoint Health -Trinity Rock Island for all their gracious and wonderful care.

Online condolences, memories and expressions of sympathy may be left for the family at wheelanpressly.com