Graveside services for Kenneth Ray Vickers, age 78, of Howe, Texas will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at the Hall Cemetery in Howe, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Waldo Funeral Home in Sherman.

He passed away on January 12, 2012 at his residence in Howe.

Kenneth was born in Lawton, Okla. on August 29, 1933, the son of William Ralph and Blanche Irene Gilbreth Vickers. He first started working in furniture delivery and then he joined the United States Air Force serving for 21 years. Kenneth later started his 25 year career in law enforcement during this time he served as Howe Police Chief and a Constable. Kenneth then worked in the maintenance at Hurricane Creek Golf Course in Van Alstyne. He loved acting as a clown with the Shriners at Scottish Right Hospital. Kenneth married Ruth Humphrey on August 28, 1998.

He is survived by his wife Ruth Vickers of Howe, Texas, two daughters, Terry Lynn Collier-Riley of Bossier City, Louisiana and Tammi Lea Hightower and husband Bobby of Howe, Texas, son, Michael Ray Vickers of Corinth, Texas, eight grandchildren, Calisa Anderson and husband Chris of Hawkins, Texas, Sgt. James Justin Butler and wife Tabitha of Ft. Drum, New York, Jeremy Marshall Hightower of Howe, Texas, Astin D'Nell Robinson and husband Jonathan of Shawnee, Okla., Cynthia Dawn Treaster and husband Sgt. Ronnie Treaster of Guam, Allison Renee Turner and husband Sean of Howe, Texas, Tyler Ray Hightower and wife Amber of Sherman, Texas and Lindsey Morgan Vickers of Corinth, Texas. Kenneth is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren, one brother, Alva Jay Vickers and wife Pat of Lawton, Okla., one sister, Vivian Tatar of Sherman, Texas, several nieces, nephews, close friends and his beloved dog Mitzi.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jimmy Vickers.

Family night will be held on Monday, January 16th from 6 to 8 p.m., at Waldo Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be John Dast, Michael Vickers, Jeremy Hightower, Tyler Hightower, Sgt. James Butler and Jim Tatar.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Ronnie Bearden, Jim Bailey, James Upton, Brent Kirby and Richard Lankford.

The online register book may be signed at www.waldofuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Herald Democrat on Jan. 15, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Vickers

10 Entries

Laurie Burchfield-Killian

January 20, 2012

Tami, I am so sorry to hear of this. I remember your Dad from years ago. I just lost my father and know what this means to you. I can only say it does not get easier, we just get through it. God will help you and your family find peace. Keep the memories alive, you will find the smiles. God Bless you all.

Krista Sauceman-Anthony

January 17, 2012

Ken was like a 2nd dad to me growing up in Howe. I loved all the time I spent there on the farm, swimming in the pond, running from the geese, and just hanging out. My only regret is not keeping in better contact with him over the years after I moved to Idaho although I thought of him often. My heart breaks for all who had the chance to know and love him. I pray that God can give you some comfort during this difficult time.

chance paige

January 16, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of yalls loss.. I was very privelages to have met and worked for mr. Vickers. He was a great man and the short time I got to be around him he taut me many life lessons. Yall family are in my thouts and prayers miss yall love yall

christie chandler

January 16, 2012

Terri, I find 'words' difficult to express for the special comforting a daughter would need in the loss of her father only 6 months from losing her husband! I pray the strength of the Lord is ever with you and HIS SPIRIT is an ever knowing comfort & peace. My only memory of your father is a 'good one'! After sitting visiting over coffee, he pushed that chair back & stood up, my memory being: him standing at the head of my dining table in that gold jumpsuit, hands in his pockets, grinning from ear to ear...jingling things in his pockets.... as I say: please stay for dinner, almost time... and thru his grin he says: naw.."jingling" there's a new boat near here just waiting to fill my pockets!!! hahaha That's why I wore something with BIG POCKETS and real roomy... wanted to have plenty of room to carry it all out!! hahaha That grin and sense of humor is a good thing to take with me! I know how you raised your children to have such cherishing respect & love for their grandparents and this will be especially hard on them! Hold tight to each other embraced by the Master's arms! Wish I was with you... Sympathy thoughts & prayers for your entire family during this time of loss; may this time of hurt & pain leave quickly on the wings of angels & left at Jesus' feet. Leaving behind only the GOOD Memories and that which will keep your DAD ALIVE to be shared for generations ahead. Maybe he too saw the spider lilies on his way out! Love & Hugs ~~John & Christie Chandler, Plain Dealing, LA.

Terry and teresa Thornhill

January 16, 2012

Mike,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Father.You and your family are in our prayers.

Tammie Sims

January 16, 2012

Terri, Tami, Mike & Family - I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a nice man and worked hard for the community. You're all in my thoughts & prayers. Tammie Sims

Sean Engle

January 16, 2012

Mr. Vickers was a great American who spent his life in the service of his country and his community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time of sorrow.

Sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. Sean Engle

January 16, 2012

Ruth, I am praying for your comfort and strength, Kenneth was such an honorable man that touched so many lives and his leaving is very sad, but he left an awesome legacy behind in all his wonderful children and grandchildren, he will be truly missed. You are always in my prayers. Love you all, Marilyn Vest

Becki Rathfon

January 15, 2012

Ruth,
I pray for you during this heart breaking time & pray that you can find healing within Ken's memories that he leaves behind with all of us. Thinking of you & yours with deepest sympathy! Love all of you!!

Becki Rathfon

January 15, 2012

Tammi, CaLisa, Jeremy, Allison, Tyler & family: you will forever be in my thoughts & prayers. May you find comfort at this sad time. I am so sorry to hear the loss of such an amazing man! He brought joy to everyone that he knew! Please know that we are all here if you ever need anything!

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