KENNETH BURRINGTON (1941-2026) LOCAL # 12 WATERLOO POLICE DEPARTMENT

KENNETH BURRINGTON (1941-2026) LOCAL # 12 WATERLOO POLICE DEPARTMENT

04/16/2026

Kenneth “Ken” Burrington
October 29, 1941 - April 21, 2026

 

Kenneth 'Ken' Burrington, 84, of Waterloo, died Thursday, April 16, 2026, at UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital. He was born October 29, 1941, in Richland Center, WI, son of Theron and Veda (Tiser) Burrington. He graduated from Logan High School in La Crosse.

Ken married Janet 'Jan' Stoltz on January 31, 1959. She preceded him in death on March 13, 2024.

Ken was a police officer with the Waterloo police department, retiring in 1990. After his retirement he earned a bachelor's degree from Upper Iowa University and went on to manage the Midwest Federal Credit Union.

He was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church, where he served as a Deacon, and former President. Ken enjoyed deer hunting, playing cards, and socializing with his senior golf league. Above all, he was a family man, attending events for his children and grandchildren.

Ken is survived by his children: Ken (Helen) Burrington of Osage, Jana Burrington of Waterloo, and David (Treva) Burrington of Waterloo, brother Ron (Joan) Burrington of Rochester, MN, brother-in-law Gordy Davis, 8 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Jan, and his sister Sandy Davis.

Memorial service Thursday, April 23 at 11:00AM, with visitation from 9:30 - 11:00, at Ascension Lutheran Church in Waterloo. Memorials may be directed to Tree of Life Nature Preschool.

 

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