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Kenneth Patrick Quihuis

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Kenneth Quihuis Obituary

Kenneth Patrick Quihuis age 66, of St. Charles, MO, passed away on May 2, 2014 in St. Charles. Kenneth was born in Tucson, Arizona to Tony and Betty Quihuis, an old pioneer family, on March 30, 1948. He graduated from Tucson High School in 1966. He married his wife, Brenda on December 23, 1977. He graduated in 2002 at Arizona State University with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Summa cum Laude. He went on to get his Masters in 2009 in Journalism. Kenneth worked at the Palo Verde Nuclear Power Plant in Phoenix for 30 years. Concurrently he was employed at ASU while pursuing his degrees. He retired in 2012 and moved with his wife to St. Charles, MO. One of his loves of life was the solitude of exploring the desert and mountains with his dog. As a youth he loved riding horseback in the Catalina foothills. Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Betty. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Brenda; his daughter, Ivy; two sons, Ivan and Nicolas White; sister, Charlotte Bell and brother, Gridley Quihuis. There are no Services scheduled. Kenneth will be cremated and his ashes sent back to Tucson. Arrangements by ST LOUIS CREMATORY.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on May 11, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Quihuis

23 Entries

James Neuman

May 3, 2024

I can't believe it's been 10 years that you passed away. Rip my friend and brother.

Lynn Knagge Rhoades

February 8, 2023

I just found out Kenny passed away. The last contact I had with him was when he worked at Palo Verde. I remember the few times he came to the ranch. There were snapshots of him Sammy in mother´s album when we lived on Fontana. Condolences to his wife and children. Charolette I remember the last time you were at the ranch with Tommy and the boys.
Lynn Knagge Rhoades

Jim Neuman

May 4, 2022

Kenny and grew up together.we were like brothers.I can´t believe he´s gone Rest In Peace Kenny your brother jimmy neuman

James Neuman

May 3, 2021

Kenny and I were like brothers.We did everything together.

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James Neuman

May 3, 2021

Kenny and I grew up together and were like brothers.I can’t believe he’s gone at such a young age

James Neuman

May 3, 2020

Kenny and I were like brothers I cant believe its six years rest in peace my friend Jim Neuman

Jimmy Neuman

May 4, 2019

I can't believe it's been 5 years since you passed. I remember the good times,you.me and jay had as kids.I will never forget those times. RIP my good friend.

Barb Huston

January 27, 2019

I accidently came upon this obit and was sent back 50 years. Kenny and I rode with the Horse and Fiddle Square Dance club in the late 50's, early 60's. We were the youngest on the team (I being a year younger than he was) and had the fun of doing the grand entry--he carrying the American flag and me the Arizona as we went full tilt around the rodeo grounds. We rode much together and I was as in love as a 10 and 11 year old can be. He took me to the movies once to see The Light in the Forest at the Fox theater downtown and I remember my dad driving me downtown where I believe his dad worked in a shoe dept of one of the big Tucson department stores. We would have held hands but he had a cast on his arm. He introduced me to pizza--something I had never seen and I thought it looked disgusting and still do not eat pizza. We snuck behind the mesquite tree at Mike Nugent's arena and he kissed me on the cheek. I have always had a special feeling for him. We moved into town in 8th grade and I had to sell my horse so lost touch with him but he was a good friend and a sweet guy even then. I have always remembered him with a smile and a sweetness as I think of the innocence of the time. Riding the Catalina foothills before the growth and clutter was my favorite childhood activity and remained so for years afterward as I found a job exercising other peoples horses. Kenny stayed in my heart forever.

Jay Adelstone

May 17, 2014

I was so sorry to learn that Kenny had passed away. From elementary school through high school Kenny was a part of my life. He always seemed to be the voice of reason as Jim Neuman, Kenny and I participated in whatever hijinks we could find.

It is no wonder to me that he turned out to be such a fantastic father, brother and friend.

Thank you Kenny for all you did and stood for.

Louisa Fenzi-Haag

May 14, 2014

Dear Brenda and all your Quihuis family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Kenny - he was TOO young ! my deepest sympathy, Louisa Fenzi-Haag

Jimmy Neuman

May 13, 2014

I knew Kenny since the third grade.He lived on 10th st and I lived on 8th street.We were like brothers.I will miss him.

Jim McCarthy

May 13, 2014

I was very shocked and saddened greatly to see that my friend Kenny Q. passed away. I knew him from operations and work with him as a fellow technician for 11 years in Procurement Engineering. He was a good friend and always welling to help. He was truly a most unforgettable character and I enjoyed listening to his stories. How he could work at Palo Verde, Go to School and work weekends to support his schooling is still beyond my wildest imagination. Only Kenny could do it! Rest in peace friend.

Betty and Kent Johnson

May 11, 2014

Kenny, you will be missed so very much.A good man with a gentle soul.Brenda and Ivy, our hearts are with you.I know how much Kenny loved you! Ivy, I knew your parents before they were married, and after, and never has there been a more loving, romantic, forever, perfect for each other relationship than the one your parents shared. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Natalie Matas-Laguna

May 11, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Quihuis family on your loss. I went to Tucson High with Kenny. I have a portrait that was part of a Photography portfolio that I would like to give to the family. He was always happy and friendly, very sorry to hear of his passing.

Gridley Quihuis

May 11, 2014

Kenny was eight years younger than I. I was always amazed at Kenny's determination in pursing his degrees at ASU. Even though he worked at Palo Verde, he also worked weekends at ASU and still had time to study. Kenny loved the desert and mountains. He loved to explore. I will miss our weekend telephone talks. I love you brother.

May 11, 2014

Kenny was eight years younger than I. I was always amazed at
Kenny's determination to pursue his college degrees. Even though he worked at Palo Verde, he also worked weekends at ASU and still found time to study.. II will miss our weekly phone calls. Love you brother.
Gridley

Mike Barker

May 11, 2014

So sorry to hear the news about Kenny. I knew him as a child through high school. He was hilarious at times and always fun to be with. He was very proud to be from an old-time Tucson family. I'm glad I knew him.

Victoria Ellis

May 10, 2014

Gregarious, friendly to strangers, great taste in music (I met him before a Black Keys concert!), and just a plain nice guy.

Alan Malleu

May 9, 2014

I started at Palo Verde on the same crew as Ken as Auxiliary Operators. When he retired I sat right across from him. I enjoyed being around Kenny and he was a great guy. The world lost a wonderful man.

ivy quihuis

May 9, 2014

shine on, dad

ivy quihuis

May 9, 2014

so nice to read the kind words, keep them coming. my dad was the kindest father. he was kind to all the other kids in my life too, especially those who didn't have a father around like me. he showed me and my mom endless amounts of unconditional love. he was always filled with joy and his world is a little dimmer without his shining spirit. he was always thinking of others and never missed a chance to help someone in need. i will miss his post cards signed with a little mickey mouse sketch. i am so grateful for our recent visit, he took me and mom to a winery and to the symphony. i hope he is at peace. he deserves it.

Jeanne Copsey

May 9, 2014

I will always remember the smile Kenny had for everyone he came in contact with in our many years of working together at Palo Verde. He was a great person and I am glad to have known him. Condolences from the Copsey family.

Linda Grass

May 9, 2014

I worked with Kenny for 27 years at Palo Verde. He was always so helpful, friendly and loved to share his family because they were so important to him. I enjoyed his professionalism and his attention to detail because I knew when Kenny got thru with something it would not come back to haunt us. Blessings to him family and friends. RIP Kenny - I miss you!

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