Ken was born on May 21, 1945, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and passed away on October 9, 2025, in Lacey, Washington.
A dedicated PGA Professional, Ken was a member of the PGA of America from 1975 until his retirement in 2021. He began his golf career as an Assistant Professional at Suntides Golf Course and went on to serve as Head Professional at Veterans Memorial Golf Course in Walla Walla from 1975 to 1996. His decades of service reflected his deep passion for the game.
A graveside memorial service will be held at Hillcrest Burial Park in Kent, Washington, on Friday, November 7, at 11:00 a.m., followed by a celebration of life at Meridian Valley Country Club in Kent.