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Kenneth Horsman Obituary
On May 12, 2016 Kenneth L. Horsman Beloved husband of Marissa A. Horsman (nee Villalobos). Dear father of Spencer Horsman and his mother Bernie Spencer. Loving son of the late Mildred J. (nee Filippo) and William V. Horsman. Brother of Tina Stevens, Earl and William Horsman Jr. and MaryJane Mann and the late Wayne M. Horsman. Survived by many other relatives and friends. Kenneth was a former Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Circus Clown (KEN-ZO), Ronald McDonald, Creator and owner of Illusions Magic Bar and Theatre which Kenneth managed along with his son Spencer Horsman. The family requests relatives and friends to visit for a public visitation at Illusions Bar and Theatre 1025 S. Charles St. Baltimore. Md. 21230 on Friday May 20, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and May 21, Saturday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM with a Service of Remembrance to be held at 2:00 PM. Interment information to be provided to guests who attend viewing. Visit goncefuneralservice.com
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Ezax Smith
January 22, 2019
I am so sad to hear of the passing of Ken. I was setting up an arrangement to take some friends to a show at his place when I read the message of his passing. I met Ken while teaching at the Eager Street Academy, a public high school at the Baltimore City Detention Center (BCDC). He came in seldom for shows organized by our principal. I respected his arts and occasionally went over to the bar to trail some friends visiting from out of states. It's been a while now since I last did this. My heart goes out to Spencer and the rest of his family. I am sure you missed him. May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Todd McCausland
February 16, 2018
I am so sad. I just went to do a search for Ken Horsman and found this out today in 2018. I'm in Utah now so I missed out on the news. I loved coming to his store on Charles Street. They always made me feel at home and part of the family. I was so proud when I saw them on AGT. I have no words at the moment to express my sadness.
Dena Martin
June 8, 2016
OMG... I just found out today that Kenny pasted. This saddens me greatly. My condolences to Spencer, Marissa and the family. Kenny was a great friend. We went to junior high school/Francis Scott Key together. Spencer, your dad was so proud of you, he loved you deeply. Kenny RIP my friend! He was a great guy.
1978 photo of me w/ painting of KENZO that grandfather Bill Horsemen paid me to do for him
Starbuck MT
May 22, 2016
George Dezes
May 20, 2016
My PRAYERS TO SPENCER... AND FAMILY!!! Spenser . . did FULFIL KENNY's DREAMS... IN EVERY CAPACITY!!!! God Bless!!!!
George Dezes
May 20, 2016
May You Rest In Peace Kenzo!!! Kenzo... Was The First Person To INTRODUCE TO ME - The "BOGUS" Scratch Off, $10,000.00 WINNER LOTTERY TICKET!!! DIM... I Was A VICTIM THAT DAY... HE GOT ME!!! LoL! But ... From That Day on - He Couldnt Keep Enough of Thise Scratch Offs in Stock!!! I BOUGHT EM ALL!!! The Best Story... Of my manu Years of Buying those Tickets is... Harry At Dan Bros. Shoes!!! My BEST VICTIM OF ALL TIME!!! You"ll Have to Stop in @ Dan Bros. Shoes - 1032 $. Chas. St..... And Let THE OWNER AND STAFF TELL YOU THE STORY!!! Been 10 Years ... And WE STILL LAUGH AT THAT CLASSIC W/ HARRY!!! THANKS KENZO!! COULDNT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!!! I LOVE YOU BROTHER.. AND ILL MISS YOU!!! George Dezes.
Dawn Brown
May 19, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to Spencer and the family. I knew Kenny for a long time and would bring my children down to his Magic shop. He will be missed by many.
Dawn Biddinger Brown
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May 19, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family during this time. I only met Mr Horsman for a short period of time, but I will not forget how his smile brightened the whole room. I feel honored and lucky to have met such a genuine soul.
Aryna Keller
May 19, 2016
My sincerest condolences to Spencer and Marissa Horseman and the family for their loss. I have known Ken Horseman for over 9 years and can say that every time I think of him, I can't help but smile. You were a wonderful man and I still can't believe that you are gone. I still think that if I come to Illusions, I will see you there and you'll be cracking jokes. Everyone will miss you greatly and you will always stay in our hearts.
Aryna Keller
May 19, 2016
My sincerest condolences to Spencer and Marissa Horseman and the family for the loss of a man who will stay in our hearts forever. I have known Ken Horseman for over 9 years and can say that every time I think of him, I can't help but smile. You were a wonderful man and I still can't believe that you are gone. I still think that if I come to Illusions, I will see you there cracking jokes. Everyone will miss you greatly and you will always stay in our hearts.
Craig/maria Kalman
May 19, 2016
What a nice guy, my husband knew you and your family back in the 1970's while selling real estate in south Baltimore. You loved magic and trained some toy fox terriers for the circus. R.I.P
Cora Stevens
May 18, 2016
Dear Horsman Family, You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here if you need anything. God Bless, Cora and Dave Stevens
Connie Dixon
May 18, 2016
My thoughts and prayers and with Spencer and Family. Thinking of you Tina and Earl, May God Bless and give you all strength during your time of need.
Kathleen Quintanal
May 18, 2016
My deepest sympathy to Spencer and the Horsman Family. I met Ken in the early 90's when I worked on Light St and would stop in Ken-zo's to see a magic trick or two and buy one to try impress my family. In 1998 I returned to Federal Hill to work at Shofer's and every time I saw Ken he was always cheerful and smiling. It was great watching Illusions open and seeing how Spencer's career was taking off. Ken was so proud of his son. He will be truly missed in the Federal Hill community.
Jocelyn Pede
May 18, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Horsman family. sad to know that Ken pass away. Your such a good heart and your always positive outlook in life. I know that you're now in heaven, you didn't supper anything there. God will take care of you there... you may rest in peace and I will never forget you my good friend
Robbe Reddinger
May 18, 2016
We've only met a few times at Illusions but a friend of mine talked to you for awhile after one of the shows and connected. Last time we saw you in the fall you were so excited to be bringing home your wife. Glad you got to have that at the end. You were such a kind and friendly person and amazing entertainer, traits you've passed onto your son. Rest easy and know your legacy continues through all the lives you've touched.
Edy Pasaraba
May 17, 2016
My deepest Condolence to Marissa and Family Horsman. Ken Horsman is a Very Friendly Person as i've met him @Sm Mall of Asia! we are Happy to Met him even in a short Period of time.May he Rest in Peace!!!
Alan Cole
May 16, 2016
You will be greatly missed by all who knew you! It was a great joy to have you as a friend! GOD BLESS.
Kenny as Kenzo the clown when he was with the Barnum and Bailey Circus
Cindy (Lewis) Bradley
May 16, 2016
Cindy Bradley
May 16, 2016
Kenny, I remember seeing you when you were in the Barnum and Bailey Circus as "Kenzo the Clown". You were a great entertainer & now Spencer is also a great performer. Hang in there Spencer....RIP Kenny you will certainly be missed!
Moonbounce That was Kenny's which became the beginning of McMattfarm ..where Matthew and McKenzie and I had many years entertaining children.
Jennie Paul
May 16, 2016
STEVEN MARTINEZ
May 16, 2016
Prayers for the Horsman Family at this time. May your spirit live on forever !!
Holly Miller
May 16, 2016
I didn't know Ken personally, but I've attended Illusions several times. He seemed like a great man and I could see the love Spencer always had for his dad. Rest easy, Ken. My condolences to the Horsman family.
May 16, 2016
it had been many years since we seen each other last, but I had kept up with your career, you were an amazing entertainer, the world will be missing you, but god too has a sence of humor, and He needed you home. my first memory was of wayne, you and myself as small kids, and the things kids do. our prayers for your son and your beloved wife. aunt Debbie horseman bailey.
Friends for life ♥
Michael & Cherry Firestone
May 16, 2016
We met during a final stage in your life's journey when you finally were able to bring your beautiful wife home to be with you for the "rest of your life". Such a joyous time it was! And your short time in LAS VEGAS we meet us as well. Marrisa we will meet you when Cherry and I travel to the East Coast this July.
Cherish your MEMMORIES they will last a LIFE TIME ♥
Thanks to Ken-zo for his devotion to the great art of magic.
John Swomley
May 16, 2016
Kathy Horsman Heilman
May 16, 2016
Kenny, you were the very best cousin and friend a girl could ever have. You were an amazing and talented man and a wonderful and guiding father and a generous and loving husband. I guess heaven needed your bright smile and happiness. You will be forever missed and deeply loved.
Raymond Horsman
May 16, 2016
Kenny you will always be in my Heart I will really miss you it was a pleasure to be with you when we were together I will never forget you
Uncle Ray
sharon howser
May 15, 2016
R.I.P. KENNY YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL
Brian Payne
May 15, 2016
Rest in peace. My the good Lord above bless your family.
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