Dave Kinninger Remembered

Published May 7, 2023

It is with heartfelt condolences that NARI of Southwest Ohio shares the loss of a former member and leader in the remodeling community. David A. Kinninger, 72, of Troy, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 2, 2023 at Ohio Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties in Franklin. He was born August 11, 1950 in Sidney, the son of Bernard and Rosemary (George) Kinninger. On September 10, 1983, he married the love of his life, Mary (Wenning) Kinninger, who survives.

Dave graduated from Fairlawn High School in 1968 and went on to attend Miami Jacobs College for a short while. Dave was a home remodeling contractor and for several years operated under the name of Kinninger Construction Co., Inc. Dave was a former president of Miami Valley NARI (1986-1987) and instrumental in chartering the chapter.

Dave and Mary were foster parents for numerous children and he was active with the Kettering Jaycees and Ohio JCI Senate.  After retirement, he volunteered for Habitat for Humanity of Miami and Shelby Counties, being awarded volunteer of the year in 2018 and most recently serving as the Habitat Activity Center (HAC) supervisor. Dave will always be remembered for his willingness to share his time and talent with family, friends and neighbors. He was loyal, had a very generous spirit, and often had a witty remark.

In addition to all of his work and community service work, Dave enjoyed watching the Reds and Bengals play, gardening, building things, grilling out and smoking meats outdoors. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

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