GASKINS Kenneth Allen Gaskins, 43, passed away on Sunday, May 15th, 2011 after a short illness. Ken was born in Holly Hill, Florida and had lived in Jacksonville for the past 14 years. He was a former construction superintendant. He excelled at coaching youth basketball and soccer and was an avid Florida Gator fan. Going camping and having cookouts with his family and friends was always something that Ken greatly enjoyed. He was the most wonderful husband, father or friend that anyone could ask for. He would go out of his way at anytime of day to assist anyone in need. Ken will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. Survivors include his loving wife of 11 years Bonnie; daughter Samantha Day; sons, Blake Allen Gaskins and Matthew Allen Gaskins; parents, Dee and Betty Gaskins; grand mother, Jewell Chaffee; Sisters, DeAnna Lee Jackson (David) and Gina Marie Morton (Mitch) ; brother, Robert Wayne Robbie Gaskins; mother-in-law-Lynnea Frazin; sister-in-law-Sheri Jackson and numerous nieces, nephews and devoted friends. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 19, at Arlington Baptist Church with Pastor Joe Newton officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at the Church. A reception will follow the services. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com
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Published in the Florida Times-Union on May 17, 2011
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