Obituary of Kenneth Ray Hanks

February 16, 1939 - September 25, 2025

Kenneth Ray Hanks, 86, of Warren, passed away September 25, 2025.

Born in the Emilee community in Tyler County, he lived in Warren for many years. Kenneth enjoyed gardening and was working on building a greenhouse with his son-in-law, Fred. Along with gardening, he loved to work on this tractor, taking care of his home. Fishing with his buddies and driving the backroads, reminiscing with family was a pastime he truly enjoyed.

Kenneth is survived by his daughter, Clariss Denise Hanks and husband, Fred Salinas; son, Lee Stuart; grandson, Daniel Lynn Marshall and wife, Ashley; grandson Shane Stuart; granddaughters, Kayla Williams; granddaughter, Kaylee Hester; great grandchildren, Coale Marshall, Aria Marshall and Jude Marshall; brother, Mark Hanks and wife, Diane; sister, Elizabeth Waller Gras and a host of other family members and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 11 am at the Ebenezer Cemetery near Colmesneil, Texas.