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The Ballinger Family
March 21, 2025
God bless Kenneth's family and friends. In Jesus name we know they have wonderful memories of this great child of God.
Frank I. Snyder
March 21, 2024
Ken and I served together as Michigan State Police chaplains. We had many interactions over the years. One, in particular stands out that, in my opinion, defines Ken. A trooper in my district experienced a tragic loss in the family. Ken called the post to alert me to the situation. Upon calling the post Ken encountered a sergeant that seemed ambivalent to the pain the trooper was dealing with. When Ken reached me he expressed his astonishment at the sergeant's callousness. "How can someone be so cold?!", he said. It struck me that Ken's compassion for people was so pronounced that it pained him when others were not compassionate. What a privilege to have known him!
Chaplain Frank Snyder
Mary Johnson
March 21, 2024
Keeping the Rochell family in thoughts and prayers.
Marina Babaev
May 10, 2023
Our most sincere condolences!
The Babaev family
Nathan Gallagher
April 29, 2023
Mr Rochell, you taught me karate at Agape Christian Academy roughly 1991, I was in the 3rd grade. I'd never been involved in martial arts, and you were my first instructor. In 5th grade, my parents had divorced, and you went to teaching on the weekends where our lunchroom was. You always knew how to push your students, care for them and listen when they needed an ear other than their parents. I just learned of your passing tonight from one of your fellow troopers. My heart aches for your family. You were a one of a kind. I'll never forget you, sir. May you Rest in Eternal Peace.
Bridget and Don Schooley
April 3, 2023
Our sincere and deepest sympathy to Ken's family. I worked for Washtenaw County while Ken was at the Ypsilanti Post and he was one of the finest officers I ever had the pleasure of knowing. Such a caring, giving, wonderful man who will be missed very much.
LaTanya Keith
April 3, 2023
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rochell family. Ken always tried to provide a solution to a problem, lend a helping hand and support to all that needed. He was an amazing man of God, a great friend and a servant leader, he will be missed.
Carolyn Wood
April 3, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss, Karen. It sounds like your husband was a wonderful and giving person. May you and your family find peace and comfort knowing that he made a difference in this world to those whom he came in contact with.
Cynthia Binns
April 3, 2023
My prayers go out to the family of Kenneth Rochell. May the peace of Jesus comfort you.
Diane Chappelle
April 2, 2023
My condolences and prayers are continually with the family and friends of the late Kenneth Rochell. May the comforting Grace of our Father remain with each of you!
Todd Ester
April 2, 2023
My Prayers go out to the family of the late Kenneth Rochell.
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Tiffani L Jones
April 1, 2023
My sincerest condolences to the family. May God comfort you as only He can
Kelly (McCarthy) Smith
April 1, 2023
I am so sorry for your family's loss. You were blessed with such a wonderful man, whom will be missed by all. You are in my prayers .
Trupti pandya
April 1, 2023
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept our warmest condolences.
Chaplain Andrew Simpson
April 1, 2023
May the Lord bless the Rochell family with peace and comfort as they get closer to a happy reunion!
Harold Coleman Sr.
March 31, 2023
My sincere condolences for your loss. I remember Ken from Bethesda where my family and I attended years ago!
Peggy and Kip (Kristopher) Barry
March 31, 2023
Karen, Ken Jr, Michael and Roya, you have our deepest and heartfelt sympathy as we all grieve with you on loosing Ken. He touched so many lives, including ours. Earth will never be the same again without him in it. Our continued prayers for all of you. May God keep you and carry you in the days and weeks ahead. And may His peace, love, comfort and strength be with you.
Rich Coleman, PSCC,Pittsfield Twp DPS/CPAM
March 31, 2023
Karen and the Rochell family , we are praying for you, Ken and I prayed together and cherished the times that we had helping others.
Vicki Kimball
March 31, 2023
Karen,
I am very sorry to hear about your husband's passing. May he rest in peace. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Vicki
Mary, Bart & Aaiden Ballinger
March 31, 2023
Our heart and prayers are with all the family members and friends. God bless the wonderful memories of a great man.
In Jesus name Amen
Marcy Hanson, Adopt-A-Cop
March 30, 2023
Heaven has gained a true Hero and we have lost a Saint!
Adopt-A-Cop, Galveston, Texas
Marcy Hanson
pastor marty mischenko
March 30, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sally Broskay, former Administrator of Adopt-A-Cop Prayer Ministry
March 30, 2023
Sgt Ken was a true leader and respected man of God. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Sr. Chaplain Pamela R. Poston
March 30, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Sending prayers, Love and condolences from all of us in Las Vegas, NV.
Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Commission (MLEOM)
March 30, 2023
Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Commission (MLEOM)
March 30, 2023
Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Commission (MLEOM)
March 30, 2023
Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Commission (MLEOM)
March 30, 2023
Sending prayers to the family blood and blue of Ken Rochell - Ken touched lives and inspired so many people. He also worked tirelessly on the State of Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Memorial near the Hall of Justice in Lansing to ensure fallen officers would remembered. Godspeed Ken. You left this world and people better for being here. You will be missed.
Kim & Alex Fuller
March 29, 2023
No words appropriately describe the hole losing Ken leaves in the world. His wise spirit and friendship live on as a part of our family stories in ways that echo through the generations. We will miss his light and life dearly. With profound honor and grief, we send our condolences and our love.
Brian Jatczak
March 29, 2023
I am saddened to learn of Ken's passing. I am glad I had the opportunity to work with Ken at LAWNET. Ken was a positive person who will be missed.
Sylvia Schurr
March 29, 2023
I have glorious memories of midnight prayer at Bethesda Church which Ken headed up. He loved God and is now enjoying his time with Jesus. Our prayers and condolences go out to the family. He will be missed by manylove Bob and Sylvia Schurr
Erin
March 29, 2023
I had the privilege of working with Ken on midnights early in our careers. We´ve kept in touch over the years, and he´d share the love he had for his family as well a his dedication to helping prepare young adults for a career with the MSP. He was so very proud of both! I always felt Ken was just a little closer to God than most, and he managed to share these gifts with others through his actions. One example is the story behind this picture. It was taken at the request of a family who lost their young daughter in a horric traffic accident. They were making a scrapbook and requested to include our photos. The night of the accident, we held hands with the parents and prayed over their daughter. Ken is a good example to us all and will truly be missed. My prayers go out to his family.
Jerome Solomon
March 29, 2023
My sincere condolences to Karen and the rest of the family during this difficult time. Ken will be truly missed by all. Ken was a great man. Our paths crossed many times at MSP.
Linda Searles
March 28, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family for your great loss. I will always cherish the wonderful memories I have of Ken. It was such a privilege and honor to work with him on the Adopt-A-Cop program. He was such an inspiration to me. He was thoughtful and kind man who cared so deeply about our first responders wellbeing. May his memory and his legacy live on forever. He will be forever missed. I am sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time.
Karin Wiles
March 28, 2023
My deepest condolences to Karen and the kids. We attended Bethesda together for many years. Ken was always so kind and carried himself with godly authority and spoke wisdom and encouragement into my life and so many others. Rest well with our Lord! Until we meet again!
Melissa Knott
March 28, 2023
An incredible loss. Praying for peace.
Jamie (Anipen) Nicholas
March 28, 2023
Pastor Ken was an instrumental mentor to me during my youth. He exuded professionalism, was always authentic and a joy to be around. He spoke volumes into my spiritual life, my gifting and I will never forgot the impact that he had on my life.
Tammi Hibma (Verzyl)
March 28, 2023
My deepest condolences to Karen and the kids. I moved back to Ontario after you moved up to Flint. One of the greatest men I had ever met, I know he will be missed very much.
I knew you both from Bethesda.
Dean & Linda Hurd
March 28, 2023
Dear Karen and family,
Our hearts are heavy for your loss, yet so grateful to know, like always, Ken finished His race to hear, well done my good and faithful servant. Come and enter your rest. Knowing Pastor Ken he's already organizing a way to help someone or minister to all who have gone before. He will be greatly missed.
Please know we are praying for you.
Much love,
Dean and Linda Hurd
Todd & Laura Holliday
March 28, 2023
We will always remember Ken's radiant smile, compassion, and kindness along with his God-given authority which was powerful, but gentle. Sending our love to the family!
Todd & Laura Holliday
Jeanene & Jim
March 28, 2023
Ken was light wherever he was. Always a smile. There for you whenever you had a question or advice. Our Daughter was a Nanny for him, for yrs.and had nothing but great things said about him. He´s home with Jesus now. Resting from all his labors of Love! R I P Brother Ken. You will be missed by all who knew you! we will see you again!! Jeanene & Jim prayers for his loved ones!
Pat & Ken Kelley
March 28, 2023
Our hearts goes out for the Rochell family. He will be dearly & much miss.Praying for comfort and support to the family and relatives in Jesus name
Patrick Mead
March 28, 2023
My heart is broken with yours. I met Ken at a prayer event he organized. He became a constant source of encouragement and strength in my life. I cannot imagine your pain at this time. We stand with you in prayer and will walk this journey of grief with you. May God send His Spirit to comfort you and angels to surround you.
Daryl Campbell
March 28, 2023
Ken was a great man and friend. He will be missed.
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