Austin, Texas
RAGSDALE, KenKen Ragsdale, noted Big Bend historian, author and Big Band leader, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 17th. He was 97 years old.His first book, "Quicksilver: Terlingua and the Chisos Mining Company", 1976, Texas A&M University Press, was the first major book written...
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Keith Ellen and Jeff,
I've just learned of the passing on of your father, belatedly. Very sorry to hear this, but he certainly has lived one full life!
As a reader of history, I've read all of his books and enjoyed them.
May he rest in peace, and give my love to your mother.
Gerald Kendrick
October 08, 2015 | Dallas, TX
Ken and band members 1955 Landa Park
Dave Feuerbacher
July 14, 2015
Ken at 1955 Band Trip at Landa Park
Dave Feuerbacher
July 14, 2015
Ken at 1954 Band Field Trip Landa Park Newbraunfels
Dave Feuerbacher
July 14, 2015
Ken Ragsdale University Jr High 1954 Band Room
Dave Feuerbacher
July 14, 2015
I had the pleasure of playing in the Ken Ragsdale Orchestra for 7 years in the late 80s and early 90s. I recorded a bunch of our shows in 1993 - the best of those moments are available for download. http://karlrehnmusic.com/live_mp3s/KenRagsdale/JamsClams/KROJamsClams.html
Karl Rehn
July 08, 2015 | Bryan, TX
I purchased his book, "Big Bend Country ~ Land of the Unexpected" at Big Bend National Forest gift shop on Wednesday and am enjoying his work. For me, he lives on. God Bless.
Georgia Hanson
June 23, 2015 | Spring, TX
Mr. Ragsdale was such a positive influence on me and his other band students at Pearce. He taught us his joy in music while showing a good measure of patience with junior high kids. I have very fond memories of him and highly respect his work and legacy.
Reagan Cook
June 23, 2015 | Austin, TX
Ken was a wonderful, intelligent and intensely kind man.
Alan Garretson
June 22, 2015 | Austin, TX
