Kenneth Earl “Ken” Sly, 91, Platte

By Mitchell Now August 19, 2022 7:36 am

Kenneth passed away Friday, August 12 at Avera St. Benedict Health Center in Parkston.

A memorial mass is 10:30 AM on Saturday, August 20 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Platte.

A committal service with military honors will follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery.

Mount Funeral Home of Platte is assisting with arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be extended to the family through http://www.mountfuneralhome.com.

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