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Kenneth English Obituary
passed away Friday, March 31, 2017 at the age of 72. Mr. English was born on July 9, 1944 in Canton, Ohio to his parents, Clark and Marie (Shaffer) English. He graduated from Glenwood High School. Ken was a unique individual with a generous, loving soul and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He was a voracious reader and enjoyed sharing what he learned with others along his life's journey. He was creative, gifted and had many passions in life immersing himself in each one. Ken truly enjoyed teaching, raising and training his draft horses, constructing violins, traveling the world and was a consummate billiards player. He always had a different way to view the world and his singular perspective touched many other souls along the way, this was his life-long goal.
Ken is survived by his daughter, Paige English of Schaumburg, IL; his son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Tricia English of Westerville, Ohio; grandchildren, Allison and Reese English; girlfriend, Ribana Nemes of Canton, Ohio; and her daughter Donna.
A memorial will take place on Tuesday, April 4 at 4 p.m. at Rossi Family Funeral Home (730 30th St. NW, Canton, OH), with Pastor Amy Downard officiating. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Mr. English's life.
Rossi (330) 492-5830
www.rossifuneralhomeinc.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth English
Dr. James Goldberg
March 27, 2023
Ken was a man's man. Clearly one of the most important people I have ever met.
The universe is richer wherever he may be. He was a blessing in my life.
I miss him.
James Goldberg
March 27, 2021
I miss my dear friend. Ken I am sure is in a wonderful place: souls like his never die. Dr. James Goldberg Santa Fe Mexico.
James Goldberg
March 27, 2020
I think about Ken: often. He was one of the true friends I have had on my life,s path. He left a living legacy, part of which still resides, happily, in me.
Rob Bartett
April 25, 2018
kem was a facination person and I miss the convetsations we had about various subjects. I will miss him.
Jim Goldberg
Jim Goldberg
March 12, 2018
Ken was my dear friend....he was a man's man. He was magic. While at Abbott in Chicago we accomplished major things: "You want to build a product or a resume?"
I have had thoughts of Ken passing through my head for the last several years...we lost touch...I looked for him...I will still look for him.
Everything Ken touched was imbued with joy and wonderment. I am heart broken, amigo...but I will see you again.
You were the best.
Pierre Francois
April 18, 2017
Please accept my sincere condolences for this difficult time. I add the chance to meet an interact with Ken while he was consulting in Akron and I will remember him as a Renaissance man: always curious and eager to learn and share. Ken will be missed.
mark and cindy hufstetler
April 12, 2017
Ribana and Family, We were so sorry to hear Ken passed away. We just found out today and we are so shocked and saddened. We loved talking to him while we would walk thru the neighborhood, he always had a story to tell us and each time we would walk away enlightened by something he would tell us. We as neighbors will miss him and pray for all of you at this time. Sincerely, Mark and Cindy Hufstetler
Astrid McNellis
April 5, 2017
As a kid fresh out of college, Ken gave me a wonderful opportunity to be part of a top-notch team he put together at the Timken Company. Conversations with him challenged me and broadened my thinking. Twenty years later, I still use the tools and lessons he taught me.
I am a better person for having known him and send love and comfort to the loved ones he left behind. I am certain his passing leaves quite a hole in their hearts.
Anne-Marie & family Markun
April 4, 2017
Sending our Sincere Condolences to Paige and the English Family for the loss of your father. I will remember him as kind-hearted and very witty. Gone too soon.... May He rest in peace.
April 3, 2017
Sincere Condolences to Ken English's family. Ken has been a great colleague and friend at Timken during 1998 to 2004. He was optimistic and inspiring always.
He will remain in our memory forever.
Udayamoorthy and Sudha Muralidharan
Bangalore, India
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