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June 27, 1930 - May 22, 2023

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 12:00 PM at First Congregational Church, 345 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Visitation hours will take place at the church on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Private interment with full military honors will take place at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Ken’s memory may be given to Kalamazoo Valley Community College Foundation, Timber Ridge Ski Patrol or Centrica Care Navigators.

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As I understand it, Ken and my dad met in the office at Kalamazoo Central High when they were both enrolling, mid-year. They made a pact to support each other as "new kids" - and became lifelong friends. Ken and my mother shared a birthday, they all celebrated, not every year, and not on the actual day, but they always celebrated. I met Ken and Kathy in my parents' later years, and so appreciated their continued connection and Ken's care for them - which translated into care for me. My mom and I liked to think that one's first 24 hours in heaven included lots of parties to greet old friends. It's nice to think of them together again. My heart with you, Kathy!

Posted by Amy Pobst on June 13, 2023

To the Young family: We have been out of town and unable to express our condolences in person. The Youngs were good neighbors to us in our early years on Spruce Drive. Ken was always friendly and helpful. We remember one year when he passed out glasses of wine to the adults on Halloween. Please accept our sympathy on Ken’s death and we send a special hello to Carrie and Molly. Holly and Joe Walls

Posted by Holly and Joe Walls on June 2, 2023

Ken will be missed. I always found him to be a man of great integrity and he was genuinely kind and generous. My condolences to his family and friends.

Posted by Joe Hemker on June 1, 2023

Kathy, such a joy to meet Kenneth and share some bourbon when we visited you a few years ago. You both looked so happy over the years, doing what you loved, together. All my condolences. Hugs, Gretchen

Posted by Gretchen Jordan on May 24, 2023