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LILLY, Kenneth R., MSgt., USAF (Ret.); passed away on April 24, 2014; at the age of 70; after a short bout of Alzheimer’s Disease, which also sadly claimed his mother, Gladys, his brother, Marvin, and his sister, Nancy. Ken was the beloved husband and companion for 38 years of Nadine Hanlon Lilly, the love of his life. A loving and proud father, he is survived by his children, Morten Christensen of Denmark, Sean Henderson and Rachel Hutton, both of Michigan, Nicole Lilly Mazur of Pennsylvania and their spouses; loving grandfather to Brandon, Connor, Landon, Tynan, Aidan, Jakob, Bryson, Kenna, Malina, and Tobias who were his pride and joy. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ken was the outspoken heart and soul of his extended family and will be missed and remembered well. A native of Detroit, Ken was born on July 29, 2943. He attended Farmington High School before joining the Air Force in 1960 and was a retired Air Force Master Sergeant in Air Traffic Control for 21 years, serving his tours of duty in Greenland, Vietnam, Germany, Florida, and California. After retiring in 1981, he continued his studies at Oakland Community College and the University of Michigan, Dearborn studying Anthropology and History. He later taught ROTC at Southfield High School (1986-1991). In retirement, he enjoyed gardening, Genealogy, traveling, and spending time with his family and corresponding with friends. A “Celebration of his Life” party is tentatively planned for May. His family would like to thank Advantage Hospice and Sunrise of Bloomfield for their excellent care. Donations in Ken’s name can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. wwwpixleyfuneral.com
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To the family of Ken Lilly - I am one of Ken's cousins discovered through ancestry.com. We were in conversation about the Mann side of the family. I have just discovered his obituary and want to extend my condolences on your loss. Ken sounds like a wonderful man and I would have loved to meet him.
Cyndy Bell
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Cyndy Bell
December 10, 2014
Nadine and family our deepest sympathy. We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have very fond memories from the family pig roast. Forever in our thoughts.....Amanda, James ,Addison, Cindie, Phyllis and Gary
Cindie Dancer
May 1, 2014
My condolences and prayers to Nadine and family.
Nanette Collier (Graczyk)
April 30, 2014
Sending prayers and condolences to his family.
Teri Coleman
Teri Coleman
April 30, 2014
Nadine and family, Ken will always be remembered for his quick wit and humor, may his memories always be with you
April 29, 2014
Your father lives on in the children and the people that he touched and molded in his time here on this ball called Earth. Truly, a celebration of his life is nothing more than what his life demands......may you be comforted in this time of sorrow and disruption. May you be empowered and at peace knowing that you will see him again. Just not yet. Blessings to you and your family during this time.
James Hutson
April 28, 2014
The Farmington High School Class of 1961 honors Ken for his great contribution of designing a website for our class Reunions. Ken worked many hours dedicated to getting the website up and running. He
also did a great amount of research to make it a success. He will be missed by all since he brought us together for class reunions that would not have happened without his dedication and perseverence.
Susan and I express our deepest sympathy to Nadine and Family.
Philip and Susan Newberg
Rio Vista, Ca.
Reunion, Susan and I have fond memories of that reunion, and we wish to express our sincerest sympathy to Nadine and the Family.
April 27, 2014
I was born 9 years before Ken, His dad and my dad were cousins, so we always joked about being related twice. He was my 2nd cousin on my dad's side and my 1st cousin on my mom's side. As Gladys was my mom's younger sister. Our two family's were very close. Milly was 6 months younger than me. I will miss them all very much. Got bless his family and give them strength to bear the loss. Billie jean "Rose" Hatzenbuehler.
Billie Hatzenbuehler
April 26, 2014
Love you my dear cousin! Spent so much of my childhood with you. God bless and give you rest!
Eldonna Bryant
April 26, 2014
Our prayers of comfort and peace are with the family. Mr & Mrs Michael Wisniewski Jr.
April 26, 2014
So very sorry to hear of your loss. We send to your family our most sincere condolences. We hope that you will continue to find comfort in each other and in the many many fond memories and continued life stamps you see ever apparent in all who loved him. The Motte Family North Fork California
April 26, 2014
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