Kenneth "Kenny" Louis Zgaynor, 82, of Greaney, MN., passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Kenny was born to Louis and Mary (Rent) Zgaynor on March 3, 1937 in Cook, MN. He grew up in Greaney on the family farm.

At the age of 23, Kenny was drafted into the United States Army. He served 2 ½ years.  He earned a Good Conduct medal along with Sharpshooter and Marksman Badges. He received an honorable discharge in 1962.

Kenny had helped his parents build their home on the Greaney farmstead. Farming was in Kenny's blood, and soon after leaving the Army, Kenny returned home to the family farm. During this time, he met the love of his life; Bernice.  They were married on May 22, 1965, in St. Bridget's Catholic Church in Greaney. The family lived in Cook for 10 years and then moved to the Greaney to continue the tradition of raising beef cattle.  Kenny was a self-employed logger, he also worked for several companies:  Pete Eddy Construction, AB Skubic Construction, Ulland Brothers, and KGM.  Kenny was a very meticulous and proud farmer; however, he took particular pride in the way his flower gardens flourished under his care. Kenny loved to tease, but could also take it in stride, and with good humor. Kenny's best times were spent with his family and friends as everyone would often gather for "happy hour" at the farm.

Kenny remained on the farm until his last days with the dedicated help and support of his son Jeff.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, and his beloved wife Bernice.

Kenny is survived by his son Jeff (Lisa) Zgaynor of Greaney, MN; step-son Randy (Shannon) McFarland of Spring Valley, WI; step-daughter Kelly Glover of California; sisters: Rosemary Hoffer of Orr, MN and Audrey Carlson of Brooklyn Park, MN; brother Bill (Linda) Zgaynor of Princeton, MN; six step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and last, but not least, his dog Lady whom he called his favorite "little girl".

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 from 6-8PM at Mlaker Funeral Home, Cook, MN.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Cook, MN. Visitation will be held again one hour prior to the service at the church. Military Honors will be accorded by the Cook VFW Post #1757 Honor Guard and the Orr American Legion Post #480 Honor Guard . To leave an online condolence visit www.mlakerfuneralhome.com