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John Kenneth “Ken” Christian
1946 - 2023
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John Kenneth Christian Obituary
Ken was born April 23, 1946, in Temple, Texas. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, in 1969, with an engineering degree. Ken proudly served as a two-time combat veteran of the Vietnam conflict and then went on to serve several assignments in Germany and the United States. Ken retired from the Army as an armor and aviation officer after 20 years of service.
After his military career, Ken earned his Master's in Education from the University of Louisville in 1991. He then taught high school math and science at several high schools for 13 years. Ken also enjoyed coaching both boys and girls high school soccer for several years. Later, Ken proudly worked building houses for with Habitat for Humanity. Ken also was a member of Severns Valley Baptist Church, where he enjoyed playing the trumpet in the orchestra and praise band for more than 20 years.
Ken was preceded in death by his parents, John James "Jack" Christian, MD, and Elizabeth "Libby" Quinn Christian; and a brother, John James "Chip" Christian Jr.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Carol Ann (Carroll) Christian; a brother, Bruce Christian (Milissa) of Temple, Texas; a son, David Christian of Lansdale, Pennsylvania; a daughter, Katherine Niebuhr (Grant) of Elizabethtown; and a son, Matthew Christian (Marnisa) of Louisville; and four grandchildren, Libby Christian, Mark Christian, Tate Niebuhr and Quinn Niebuhr.
The funeral is at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, at Severns Valley Baptist Church in Elizabethtown with Pastor Emory Riley officiating. A graveside ceremony with military honors follows at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery-Central in Radcliff.
Visitation is from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and continues from 10 a.m. until time of service Wednesday at the church.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association at 6100 Dutchman's Lane, Suite 401, Louisville KY 40205 or www.alz.org
Condolences may be expressed at bjsfunerals.com.
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Mark J Kelly (MOAA)
May 27, 2023
Ken our seasoned Veteran and MOAA member came until he was unable. One of our MOAA members was especially dedicated to him when his needs were greatest. His Aviation stories were renown. We will sing to him, "The Parting Glass" in his honor and memory.
Sharon Mattingly
May 26, 2023
Grief can be so difficult to navigate at times; but remember there is no grief without great love and a life well lived. Carol Ann you took such beautiful care of Ken. Thank you for allowing me to walk this final journey with you. You and your family are in my prayers.
Carl M. Brashear Radcliff Veterans Center
May 26, 2023
Our prayers of sympathy for Carol and family. Thank you to John for his dedication and service to his country.
Sandy
May 26, 2023
So sorry to hear of his passing
Sandy
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