Kenneth Wayne Doerscher, 87, of rural Bloomfield, Iowa passed away on January 7, 2026 at Vista Woods in Ottumwa, Iowa. He was born on April 6, 1938 in Davenport, Iowa to Arthur and Malinda Franck Doerscher. He married Judith Kay Lepper on September 10, 1957 in Eldridge, Iowa.
Kenneth was a lifelong farmer, raising crops and livestock. He loved being on the farm working and attending to his cattle. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. In his younger years, he also enjoyed riding motorcycles and snowmobiles. Kenneth was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church in Bloomfield where he served in many volunteer capacities, including being an usher. He also hosted several church fishing functions on his farm. He will be greatly missed by his family.
He is survived by his wife, Judy Doerscher; son, Brian (Jane) Doerscher of Bloomfield; two grandchildren, Allison (Dustin) Gonterman, Wayne Doerscher both of Bloomfield; two great-grandchildren, Carter and Kaysen Gonterman; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son and daughter-in-law, David and Cindy Doerscher; brother, Melvin (Lois) Doerscher; and a sister, Delores (Merle) Hulke.
Kenneth’s wish was to be cremated and no services are planned. Wagler Funeral Home in Bloomfield is assisting the family.
