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KENNETH FORSE Obituary

FORSE, KENNETH, 68, born June 14, 1943 in Binghamton, New York. He attended Johnson City High School, and Broom Tech. Ken also served in the US Army. He lived in Orlando, FL since 1975. Throughout Ken's life he worked construction but the most fulfilling work consisted of driving entertainment buses for Florida Coach for 30 years. Ken loved driving. Throughout this travels he was able to make many friends and meet many people including celebrities such as Willie Nelson, Harry Connick, Jr., James Taylor and Tom Petty. Ken was also an amazing home renovator restoring an 85 year old home in which he resided. Ken was a very loyal and loving man to his family and friends. After a lengthy battle to cancer in which Ken fought and won he passed due to the after affects of treatment. Ken is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen Carter. Ken and Kathy were together for 20 years and then married on February 14th of 2004. Ken is also survived by long time friends, including Gordon Shuey, part of the dynamic trio, of which Ken has gone to be with the other 3rd Dick Malanchuk. (TOIOLLTD's). In his heavenly life Ken looks forward to driving John Denver again, seeing Johnny Cash, beating Dick at golf and fishing every day. Funeral services will be at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church located at 4545 Anderson Rd. Orlando, FL, Saturday, August 20th at 11AM. Receiving visitors at the Forse home 12-2PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital, American Cancer Society or Blessed Trinity Catholic Church are requested.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Aug. 19, 2011.

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Wade Staley

August 24, 2011

I got to work with Kenny several years ago at Florida Coach on tour with Earth, Wind and Fire. He was a great driver and a great person. He will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to all his family.
Wade Staley
Staley Coach
Nashville, Tennessee

Kathleen Forse

August 23, 2011

Ken, You will be missed every day. You are my world, best friend and my sole mate. Life will be much less without you. Every minute of your battle with cancer you faught without any fear. Most people only hope to be the person you were. I Love You My Love, Kathy

August 21, 2011

Kathy I am Annette's brother and would like to extend my condolences, I only met him once but I know my sister and niece and nephew thought he was wonderful . May he rest in peace , Ed Madeline

Tim & Mary Anne Hayes

August 21, 2011

So sorry to hear of the passing of Ken. You are in our thoughts.

Kenneth Lyles

August 20, 2011

kathy,

I wish my words could make you feel better. He will truly be with you always. We all have so many great memories.

August 20, 2011

Kathy,
Our thoughts and prayers our with you during this difficult time. You two loved and cherished each other dearly. So glad I was able to visit this week with you. Keeping you close in our hearts.
Kirk and Ruth Leff

Gates Moore

August 19, 2011

Kathy,I just can't believe he's gone. my wife, Pamela, and I send our deepest sympathies. Gates Moore

Donna and Tom Bottle

August 19, 2011

Kathy,
We will continue to pray for you. The love and support you gave to Ken especially during this last year was a gift! He will be missed by many. Take time to grieve and be comforted and loved by those you are closest to.

JoAnn Lyles

August 19, 2011

Dear Kathy,
I was very saddened to read the email that Ken had passed. Knowing that he's in a better place with no pain is some solace. I found myself remembering things about Ken,Uncle Bob and Aunt Rose and even Grandma Forse, things I had not thought about in years! It brought both tears and smiles. Strength wished for you in the coming days, next weeks and months as you struggle to find your new normal. Love and prayers sent your way.

Lynn Plotkin

August 19, 2011

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Robert & Linda Hayes

August 19, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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