Lester Gene "Geno" Kettler, 68, of Ludington, died Monday, September 28, 2020, at Mercy Health Mercy Campus in Muskegon.  He was born February 14, 1952, in Alvin, Texas, the son of John and Joyce (Hudgeons) Kettler.

Geno served in the US Army during Vietnam and was honorably discharged in 1977 after 8 years of service.  He was an iron worker, working as a rigger and operator for over 30 years.  In his spare time, Geno enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle and watching sports, especially football.  Most of all, Geno loved partying and being with friends.

Geno is survived by: his son, Daniel (Spring) Kettler of Ludington; his daughter, Candyce Kettler of Sulphur, Louisiana; his step-daughter, Lisa Swartz of Manvel, Texas; 2 granddaughters, Anela Kettler and Allison Kettler; his grandson, Fisher Tomme; his step-grandson, Kade; his former wives, Jean Kettler of Ludington, and Mary Hargrove of Manvel, Texas; 3 brothers, John Kettler, Kenneth Utley and David Utley; his sister, Theresa Muranski; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Geno was preceded in death by: his brother, Martin Kettler; his step-daughter, Becky Swartz; his adopted son, Devon Kettler; and his former wife, Cindy Kettler.

A celebration of Geno's life will be begin at 3:00 PM, Saturday, October 3, 2020, at the Wilbur Residence, 2835 N. Jebavy Drive, Ludington.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com