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Kenneth Passow Obituary

Passow, Kenneth D.
Age 57, passed away at his home on October 19, 2011. Ken's life may be considered short lived, but he lived it to the fullest. He built a successful business starting with nothing but his good name. And, although Ken spent his entire life in Arizona, his passion for travel took him all over the world. He enjoyed family visits and hunting in Michigan, deep sea fishing in Mexico, and Gran Prix races in Monaco. His travels took him to Spain, the Canary Islands, Argentina, Morocco, and the pyramids of Egypt. He celebrated birthdays in Bali, and loved sharing his most treasured memories, those from Tahiti. He will be remembered for his great sense of humor and gift for gab. He was quick to laugh, had the gentlest and kindest of souls, and fought his disease with courage. Ken was preceded in death last year by his beloved mother Donelda Passow and his father Kenneth Passow in 2006. He will be remembered and missed by his daughters Tiffany Passow, Heather Passow, 3 grandchildren Liberty, Nicholas, and Raven, 3 sisters Sheryl Harden, Susan Smalley, Sandra Evans, brother-in-law Dave Evans, and many more who knew and loved him. Memorial services will be held at a later date, but well wishers are asked to say a prayer for him.

Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 29, 2011.
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Ken was a very nice man. He built our home, and he once stood in the very room that I write this. It's warm and comfortable even in the coldest of winters. He built it with love in his heart----our family is sorry to read that he has passed.

Debora Starcher

Acquaintance

September 30, 2017

Dear Passow Family, Ken was a loyal customer at The Home Depot, Tatum and Bell location, where I work. He was always kind and patient when I was a new employee in the paint dept. He will be missed by me and many others. I am very sorry for your loss.

Nancy Jakobsen

November 2, 2011

I was very blessed with an amazing Dad, he will be deeply missed but his legacy will live on in our hearts. Thank you for the wonderful comments and prayers they mean so much. Services will be Dec 3rd at 10:00AM. Phoenix First Assembly of God 13613 N Cave Creek Rd in the Glass Prayer Pavilion.

Tiffany

November 1, 2011

We will surely miss the many good times we enjoyed with Ken. He was good natured and always more interested in what you had to say than making his own point. What a kind soul. . at peace at last.

Ez and Doris Robinson

November 1, 2011

We haven't seen Ken for many years but remember him well. He was always willing to offer a hand with "man stuff" around my house after my divorce. As a young child, my daughter Pilar spent many hours playing with Tiffany & Heather and Ken always treated her as one of his own. It sounds like he lived an amazing life. Our thoughts and prayers are with his girls and the rest of his family.

Maria & Pilar

November 1, 2011

My sincerest condolences to Ken's family. He and I attended Madison
Simis many years ago and I remember his beautiful smile. God bless and keep you all.

Tina Brogdon(Clark)

October 31, 2011

I will miss one of my best friends. His strength was in his love for friends and family, and his willingness to help others in need. His humility kept many kind works quiet, but to those he helped, he was a giant. God has him wrapped in love today, and finally at peace. Good night friend.

October 30, 2011

Ken helped turn our carport into a garage. He came highly recommended, and was a sweetheart of a man. I am truly sorry for your loss. I will pray for him often, and for the loved ones he left behind.

Cid Stiefel

October 30, 2011

He was a great man we all loved him very much he will be missed very much all you need to think about is he is in our heart you can also talk to him and look at him all that is important is he is not sad he is happy again and we all know he is so say a prayer for him we will see him soon and tell him we love him lots and lots.

liberty passow

October 30, 2011

We loved him he is happy now and we all know he is missed and loved we miss him. I wish I can give him one more kiss.

liberty

October 29, 2011

Ken's sweet spirit and kindness will be his legacy. He fought his disease bravely and is finally ar peace. The love he had for his girls was paramount in the 19 years we were friends. I have sweet memories of our time as partners and friends. God now has Ken in His arms and he finally has the love and peace he wanted in life. My love to Tif and Heather always.

October 29, 2011

I worked with Ken over the last 2 years and learned from him and built a great relationship with him as well.And he will truely be missed by everyone who knew him.My prays go out to his family who he loved.

Harry Guimond

October 29, 2011

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