Poulsbo - Kenneth M. Day, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home in Poulsbo on September 7th.
Ken was born March 26, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day.
He graduated from Cass Technical High School in January 1963 then attended the United States Military Academy at West Point from 1964 - 1968. During his 8 years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, Silver Star for gallantry in combat, Bronze Star with V-Device for valor, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster and the Vietnam Service Medal. In addition to service in Vietnam, he was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia and Fort Wainwright, Alaska before he became the Assistant Professor of Military Science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska.
In 1976, he and his family settled in Washington State. Ken's tenacity and background in Engineering laid the foundation for him to become a successful salesman of heavy equipment for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging and Crane Equipment NW. He was well known in the construction industry and was awarded the AGC Subcontractor of the year in 2013.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church. He enjoyed his days at the beach, tending to the farm, supporting his family, as well as volunteering, and mentoring others.
He is survived by his wife Linda, children: Carol (Bill) Williams, Wendy (Erik) Hohmann and Jim Bahm. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Tyler, Ashley, Travis and Austin, his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley and Maile. He is the dear brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock and brother in- law Peter Zubrin. Ken was cherished by many nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his sister Mary Luz Zubrin.
A funeral service will be held at 1pm on October 2, 2021, at Silverdale Lutheran Church 11701 Ridgepoint Drive NW, Silverdale, WA 98383. An online memorial can be seen at www.poulsbomortuary.com
Source: Kitsap Sun, September 21, 2021
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Kenneth McAlpine "Ken" Day was born March 26, 1946 in Detroit, MI, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day. He died at his home in Poulsbo, WA on September 7, 2021.
Ken graduated from Cass Technical High School in Detroit in January 1963 and attended Wayne State University in Detroit for a semester before receiving an appointment to West Point from Michigan Representative Martha Griffiths. He graduated in the Class of 1968. During his West Point years, he was in Company I-1 as a plebe, and then, with the expansion of the Corps, he became a member of Company B-3 his last three years. He was active in the cadet band all four years, the Fine Arts Forum his last three years, the Military Affairs Club his first two years, and the Scuba Club plebe year. His Howitzer entry indicated that Ken always had time to spare (leaving books aside) to help out a friend or to do a job that no one else would do. A companymate echoed that entry saying, "Ken would do about anything he could if asked, so we quickly became shy about asking him to do any plebe chores for us, knowing he would probably overextend himself trying to help." He added that Ken "was always interested in whatever you offered to discuss with him, and rarely said an unkind word about anyone," describing Ken as one of the nicest fellows in his class. Ken was a platoon sergeant during his First Class year.
Ken was commissioned in the Infantry and graduated from the Infantry Officer Basic Course and Airborne School at Fort Benning, GA prior to serving with the 4th Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Campbell, KY. This was followed by service in South Vietnam as a platoon leader in the 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Brigade, 25th Infantry Division during 1969 and 1970. On August 29, 1969, while on a night ambush patrol, elements of the 23rd Infantry Brigade came in contact with a large enemy force. Immediately, Ken organized a reactionary force and led it to the area of contact. Realizing that the enemy was attempting to outflank the patrol, Ken immediately maneuvered his forces into a position to fire directly on the enemy. During this maneuver, Ken exposed himself to a hail of enemy fire. For these actions, Ken received the Silver Star, the nation's third highest decoration.
Ken then served with the 1-47th Infantry Regiment, 171st Infantry Brigade and the 4-9th Infantry Regiment, 172nd Infantry Brigade at Fort Wainwright, AK from 1970 to 1973 as a rifle company commander, battalion adjutant, and battalion logistics officer. Following completion of the Infantry Officer Advanced Course at Fort Benning, he served as an assistant professor of military science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska in Fairbanks from 1974 to 1976, when he chose to leave active duty. During his eight years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star with "V" device, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Parachutist Badge.
Ken continued his military service in the Army Reserve, serving with the 172nd Infantry Brigade in Anchorage, AK; completed the Command and General Staff College; and was discharged as a major in 1980.
After leaving active duty, he and his family settled in Washington state. Ken's tenacity and background in engineering laid the foundation for his becoming a successful heavy equipment (primarily mobile and tower cranes) salesman for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging, and his own company, Crane Equipment Northwest. He was well known in the construction industry and was active in several construction-related associations. He received the "Subcontractor of the Year" award in 2013 from the Associated General Contractors of Washington state.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council. He was a mentor to several young people, always looking to help new college graduates by introducing them to people in the trades and advising them of opportunities. One year he served on the nomination selection committee for West Point candidates.
Ken married Gwendolyn Grueninger shortly after graduation. They had two daughters, Carol Ann and Wendy Elizabeth. In January 1988, he married Linda Bahm in Seattle, WA, joyfully becoming a stepfather to Jim Bahm. Ken and Linda always lived in Poulsbo, where Ken enjoyed their farm, tending to the apple trees, raspberries, dogs, cats, and horses.
He was survived by his wife, Linda; his children: Carol Ann (Bill) Williams and Wendy Elizabeth (Erik) Hohmann; his stepson, Jim Bahm; his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Ashley, and Austin; and his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley, and Maile. He was the brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock. His sister, Mary Luz Zubrin, predeceased him.
Ken was truly a good man his entire life. Were you to ask anyone who knew him they would readily agree. His life reflected West Point's values embodied in its motto Duty, Honor, Country.
Well Done, Ken; Be Thou at Peace!
Source: West Point Association of Graduates 2023 TAPS
Ken was born March 26, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day.
He graduated from Cass Technical High School in January 1963 then attended the United States Military Academy at West Point from 1964 - 1968. During his 8 years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, Silver Star for gallantry in combat, Bronze Star with V-Device for valor, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster and the Vietnam Service Medal. In addition to service in Vietnam, he was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia and Fort Wainwright, Alaska before he became the Assistant Professor of Military Science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska.
In 1976, he and his family settled in Washington State. Ken's tenacity and background in Engineering laid the foundation for him to become a successful salesman of heavy equipment for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging and Crane Equipment NW. He was well known in the construction industry and was awarded the AGC Subcontractor of the year in 2013.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church. He enjoyed his days at the beach, tending to the farm, supporting his family, as well as volunteering, and mentoring others.
He is survived by his wife Linda, children: Carol (Bill) Williams, Wendy (Erik) Hohmann and Jim Bahm. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Tyler, Ashley, Travis and Austin, his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley and Maile. He is the dear brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock and brother in- law Peter Zubrin. Ken was cherished by many nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his sister Mary Luz Zubrin.
A funeral service will be held at 1pm on October 2, 2021, at Silverdale Lutheran Church 11701 Ridgepoint Drive NW, Silverdale, WA 98383. An online memorial can be seen at www.poulsbomortuary.com
Source: Kitsap Sun, September 21, 2021
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Kenneth McAlpine "Ken" Day was born March 26, 1946 in Detroit, MI, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day. He died at his home in Poulsbo, WA on September 7, 2021.
Ken graduated from Cass Technical High School in Detroit in January 1963 and attended Wayne State University in Detroit for a semester before receiving an appointment to West Point from Michigan Representative Martha Griffiths. He graduated in the Class of 1968. During his West Point years, he was in Company I-1 as a plebe, and then, with the expansion of the Corps, he became a member of Company B-3 his last three years. He was active in the cadet band all four years, the Fine Arts Forum his last three years, the Military Affairs Club his first two years, and the Scuba Club plebe year. His Howitzer entry indicated that Ken always had time to spare (leaving books aside) to help out a friend or to do a job that no one else would do. A companymate echoed that entry saying, "Ken would do about anything he could if asked, so we quickly became shy about asking him to do any plebe chores for us, knowing he would probably overextend himself trying to help." He added that Ken "was always interested in whatever you offered to discuss with him, and rarely said an unkind word about anyone," describing Ken as one of the nicest fellows in his class. Ken was a platoon sergeant during his First Class year.
Ken was commissioned in the Infantry and graduated from the Infantry Officer Basic Course and Airborne School at Fort Benning, GA prior to serving with the 4th Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Campbell, KY. This was followed by service in South Vietnam as a platoon leader in the 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Brigade, 25th Infantry Division during 1969 and 1970. On August 29, 1969, while on a night ambush patrol, elements of the 23rd Infantry Brigade came in contact with a large enemy force. Immediately, Ken organized a reactionary force and led it to the area of contact. Realizing that the enemy was attempting to outflank the patrol, Ken immediately maneuvered his forces into a position to fire directly on the enemy. During this maneuver, Ken exposed himself to a hail of enemy fire. For these actions, Ken received the Silver Star, the nation's third highest decoration.
Ken then served with the 1-47th Infantry Regiment, 171st Infantry Brigade and the 4-9th Infantry Regiment, 172nd Infantry Brigade at Fort Wainwright, AK from 1970 to 1973 as a rifle company commander, battalion adjutant, and battalion logistics officer. Following completion of the Infantry Officer Advanced Course at Fort Benning, he served as an assistant professor of military science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska in Fairbanks from 1974 to 1976, when he chose to leave active duty. During his eight years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star with "V" device, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Parachutist Badge.
Ken continued his military service in the Army Reserve, serving with the 172nd Infantry Brigade in Anchorage, AK; completed the Command and General Staff College; and was discharged as a major in 1980.
After leaving active duty, he and his family settled in Washington state. Ken's tenacity and background in engineering laid the foundation for his becoming a successful heavy equipment (primarily mobile and tower cranes) salesman for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging, and his own company, Crane Equipment Northwest. He was well known in the construction industry and was active in several construction-related associations. He received the "Subcontractor of the Year" award in 2013 from the Associated General Contractors of Washington state.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council. He was a mentor to several young people, always looking to help new college graduates by introducing them to people in the trades and advising them of opportunities. One year he served on the nomination selection committee for West Point candidates.
Ken married Gwendolyn Grueninger shortly after graduation. They had two daughters, Carol Ann and Wendy Elizabeth. In January 1988, he married Linda Bahm in Seattle, WA, joyfully becoming a stepfather to Jim Bahm. Ken and Linda always lived in Poulsbo, where Ken enjoyed their farm, tending to the apple trees, raspberries, dogs, cats, and horses.
He was survived by his wife, Linda; his children: Carol Ann (Bill) Williams and Wendy Elizabeth (Erik) Hohmann; his stepson, Jim Bahm; his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Ashley, and Austin; and his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley, and Maile. He was the brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock. His sister, Mary Luz Zubrin, predeceased him.
Ken was truly a good man his entire life. Were you to ask anyone who knew him they would readily agree. His life reflected West Point's values embodied in its motto Duty, Honor, Country.
Well Done, Ken; Be Thou at Peace!
Source: West Point Association of Graduates 2023 TAPS
Poulsbo - Kenneth M. Day, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home in Poulsbo on September 7th.
Ken was born March 26, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day.
He graduated from Cass Technical High School in January 1963 then attended the United States Military Academy at West Point from 1964 - 1968. During his 8 years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, Silver Star for gallantry in combat, Bronze Star with V-Device for valor, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster and the Vietnam Service Medal. In addition to service in Vietnam, he was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia and Fort Wainwright, Alaska before he became the Assistant Professor of Military Science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska.
In 1976, he and his family settled in Washington State. Ken's tenacity and background in Engineering laid the foundation for him to become a successful salesman of heavy equipment for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging and Crane Equipment NW. He was well known in the construction industry and was awarded the AGC Subcontractor of the year in 2013.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church. He enjoyed his days at the beach, tending to the farm, supporting his family, as well as volunteering, and mentoring others.
He is survived by his wife Linda, children: Carol (Bill) Williams, Wendy (Erik) Hohmann and Jim Bahm. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Tyler, Ashley, Travis and Austin, his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley and Maile. He is the dear brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock and brother in- law Peter Zubrin. Ken was cherished by many nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his sister Mary Luz Zubrin.
A funeral service will be held at 1pm on October 2, 2021, at Silverdale Lutheran Church 11701 Ridgepoint Drive NW, Silverdale, WA 98383. An online memorial can be seen at www.poulsbomortuary.com
Source: Kitsap Sun, September 21, 2021
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Kenneth McAlpine "Ken" Day was born March 26, 1946 in Detroit, MI, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day. He died at his home in Poulsbo, WA on September 7, 2021.
Ken graduated from Cass Technical High School in Detroit in January 1963 and attended Wayne State University in Detroit for a semester before receiving an appointment to West Point from Michigan Representative Martha Griffiths. He graduated in the Class of 1968. During his West Point years, he was in Company I-1 as a plebe, and then, with the expansion of the Corps, he became a member of Company B-3 his last three years. He was active in the cadet band all four years, the Fine Arts Forum his last three years, the Military Affairs Club his first two years, and the Scuba Club plebe year. His Howitzer entry indicated that Ken always had time to spare (leaving books aside) to help out a friend or to do a job that no one else would do. A companymate echoed that entry saying, "Ken would do about anything he could if asked, so we quickly became shy about asking him to do any plebe chores for us, knowing he would probably overextend himself trying to help." He added that Ken "was always interested in whatever you offered to discuss with him, and rarely said an unkind word about anyone," describing Ken as one of the nicest fellows in his class. Ken was a platoon sergeant during his First Class year.
Ken was commissioned in the Infantry and graduated from the Infantry Officer Basic Course and Airborne School at Fort Benning, GA prior to serving with the 4th Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Campbell, KY. This was followed by service in South Vietnam as a platoon leader in the 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Brigade, 25th Infantry Division during 1969 and 1970. On August 29, 1969, while on a night ambush patrol, elements of the 23rd Infantry Brigade came in contact with a large enemy force. Immediately, Ken organized a reactionary force and led it to the area of contact. Realizing that the enemy was attempting to outflank the patrol, Ken immediately maneuvered his forces into a position to fire directly on the enemy. During this maneuver, Ken exposed himself to a hail of enemy fire. For these actions, Ken received the Silver Star, the nation's third highest decoration.
Ken then served with the 1-47th Infantry Regiment, 171st Infantry Brigade and the 4-9th Infantry Regiment, 172nd Infantry Brigade at Fort Wainwright, AK from 1970 to 1973 as a rifle company commander, battalion adjutant, and battalion logistics officer. Following completion of the Infantry Officer Advanced Course at Fort Benning, he served as an assistant professor of military science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska in Fairbanks from 1974 to 1976, when he chose to leave active duty. During his eight years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star with "V" device, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Parachutist Badge.
Ken continued his military service in the Army Reserve, serving with the 172nd Infantry Brigade in Anchorage, AK; completed the Command and General Staff College; and was discharged as a major in 1980.
After leaving active duty, he and his family settled in Washington state. Ken's tenacity and background in engineering laid the foundation for his becoming a successful heavy equipment (primarily mobile and tower cranes) salesman for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging, and his own company, Crane Equipment Northwest. He was well known in the construction industry and was active in several construction-related associations. He received the "Subcontractor of the Year" award in 2013 from the Associated General Contractors of Washington state.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council. He was a mentor to several young people, always looking to help new college graduates by introducing them to people in the trades and advising them of opportunities. One year he served on the nomination selection committee for West Point candidates.
Ken married Gwendolyn Grueninger shortly after graduation. They had two daughters, Carol Ann and Wendy Elizabeth. In January 1988, he married Linda Bahm in Seattle, WA, joyfully becoming a stepfather to Jim Bahm. Ken and Linda always lived in Poulsbo, where Ken enjoyed their farm, tending to the apple trees, raspberries, dogs, cats, and horses.
He was survived by his wife, Linda; his children: Carol Ann (Bill) Williams and Wendy Elizabeth (Erik) Hohmann; his stepson, Jim Bahm; his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Ashley, and Austin; and his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley, and Maile. He was the brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock. His sister, Mary Luz Zubrin, predeceased him.
Ken was truly a good man his entire life. Were you to ask anyone who knew him they would readily agree. His life reflected West Point's values embodied in its motto Duty, Honor, Country.
Well Done, Ken; Be Thou at Peace!
Source: West Point Association of Graduates 2023 TAPS
Ken was born March 26, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day.
He graduated from Cass Technical High School in January 1963 then attended the United States Military Academy at West Point from 1964 - 1968. During his 8 years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, Silver Star for gallantry in combat, Bronze Star with V-Device for valor, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster and the Vietnam Service Medal. In addition to service in Vietnam, he was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia and Fort Wainwright, Alaska before he became the Assistant Professor of Military Science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska.
In 1976, he and his family settled in Washington State. Ken's tenacity and background in Engineering laid the foundation for him to become a successful salesman of heavy equipment for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging and Crane Equipment NW. He was well known in the construction industry and was awarded the AGC Subcontractor of the year in 2013.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church. He enjoyed his days at the beach, tending to the farm, supporting his family, as well as volunteering, and mentoring others.
He is survived by his wife Linda, children: Carol (Bill) Williams, Wendy (Erik) Hohmann and Jim Bahm. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Tyler, Ashley, Travis and Austin, his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley and Maile. He is the dear brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock and brother in- law Peter Zubrin. Ken was cherished by many nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his sister Mary Luz Zubrin.
A funeral service will be held at 1pm on October 2, 2021, at Silverdale Lutheran Church 11701 Ridgepoint Drive NW, Silverdale, WA 98383. An online memorial can be seen at www.poulsbomortuary.com
Source: Kitsap Sun, September 21, 2021
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Kenneth McAlpine "Ken" Day was born March 26, 1946 in Detroit, MI, the first child of the late Kenneth A. Day and Luz McAlpine Day. He died at his home in Poulsbo, WA on September 7, 2021.
Ken graduated from Cass Technical High School in Detroit in January 1963 and attended Wayne State University in Detroit for a semester before receiving an appointment to West Point from Michigan Representative Martha Griffiths. He graduated in the Class of 1968. During his West Point years, he was in Company I-1 as a plebe, and then, with the expansion of the Corps, he became a member of Company B-3 his last three years. He was active in the cadet band all four years, the Fine Arts Forum his last three years, the Military Affairs Club his first two years, and the Scuba Club plebe year. His Howitzer entry indicated that Ken always had time to spare (leaving books aside) to help out a friend or to do a job that no one else would do. A companymate echoed that entry saying, "Ken would do about anything he could if asked, so we quickly became shy about asking him to do any plebe chores for us, knowing he would probably overextend himself trying to help." He added that Ken "was always interested in whatever you offered to discuss with him, and rarely said an unkind word about anyone," describing Ken as one of the nicest fellows in his class. Ken was a platoon sergeant during his First Class year.
Ken was commissioned in the Infantry and graduated from the Infantry Officer Basic Course and Airborne School at Fort Benning, GA prior to serving with the 4th Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Campbell, KY. This was followed by service in South Vietnam as a platoon leader in the 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Brigade, 25th Infantry Division during 1969 and 1970. On August 29, 1969, while on a night ambush patrol, elements of the 23rd Infantry Brigade came in contact with a large enemy force. Immediately, Ken organized a reactionary force and led it to the area of contact. Realizing that the enemy was attempting to outflank the patrol, Ken immediately maneuvered his forces into a position to fire directly on the enemy. During this maneuver, Ken exposed himself to a hail of enemy fire. For these actions, Ken received the Silver Star, the nation's third highest decoration.
Ken then served with the 1-47th Infantry Regiment, 171st Infantry Brigade and the 4-9th Infantry Regiment, 172nd Infantry Brigade at Fort Wainwright, AK from 1970 to 1973 as a rifle company commander, battalion adjutant, and battalion logistics officer. Following completion of the Infantry Officer Advanced Course at Fort Benning, he served as an assistant professor of military science (ROTC) at the University of Alaska in Fairbanks from 1974 to 1976, when he chose to leave active duty. During his eight years of active duty in the Army, he was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star with "V" device, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Parachutist Badge.
Ken continued his military service in the Army Reserve, serving with the 172nd Infantry Brigade in Anchorage, AK; completed the Command and General Staff College; and was discharged as a major in 1980.
After leaving active duty, he and his family settled in Washington state. Ken's tenacity and background in engineering laid the foundation for his becoming a successful heavy equipment (primarily mobile and tower cranes) salesman for Fray Equipment Company, Ness Campbell Crane & Rigging, and his own company, Crane Equipment Northwest. He was well known in the construction industry and was active in several construction-related associations. He received the "Subcontractor of the Year" award in 2013 from the Associated General Contractors of Washington state.
Ken was a member of the Silverdale Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council. He was a mentor to several young people, always looking to help new college graduates by introducing them to people in the trades and advising them of opportunities. One year he served on the nomination selection committee for West Point candidates.
Ken married Gwendolyn Grueninger shortly after graduation. They had two daughters, Carol Ann and Wendy Elizabeth. In January 1988, he married Linda Bahm in Seattle, WA, joyfully becoming a stepfather to Jim Bahm. Ken and Linda always lived in Poulsbo, where Ken enjoyed their farm, tending to the apple trees, raspberries, dogs, cats, and horses.
He was survived by his wife, Linda; his children: Carol Ann (Bill) Williams and Wendy Elizabeth (Erik) Hohmann; his stepson, Jim Bahm; his grandchildren: Justin, Bryden, Ashley, and Austin; and his great-grandchildren: Cash, Paisley, and Maile. He was the brother of James Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leonor (Bruce) Jacobson, and Elizabeth (Charles) Schrock. His sister, Mary Luz Zubrin, predeceased him.
Ken was truly a good man his entire life. Were you to ask anyone who knew him they would readily agree. His life reflected West Point's values embodied in its motto Duty, Honor, Country.
Well Done, Ken; Be Thou at Peace!
Source: West Point Association of Graduates 2023 TAPS
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