Kenneth L. Heath, Jr., 69, of Gastonia, passed away May 6, 2015 at his residence. He was born October 2, 1945 in Bay Shore, New York, the son of the late Emma Hallett and Kenneth L. Heath, Sr. Kenneth was a US Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War. Left to cherish his memories are his sons, Kenneth L. Heath, III and wife, Christine, Chris Heath and wife, Beverly; daughters, Kimberly H. Stewart and husband, Darrell, Alison H. Hale and husband, Justin, Samantha Heath and thirteen grandchildren. A gathering of family and friends will be held 5 - 7 pm Friday at Greene Funeral Service - South Chapel - 1503 S. York Rd., Gastonia. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.