Name: Visitation for Kenneth Charles Almquist
Start: 2015-10-23T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-10-24T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church

TOANO - Kenneth Charles Almquist,Maj. (USAF Ret.), left his earthly family to join his heavenly family on October 17, 2015, after a courageous battle against cancer. Born April 20, 1946, Ken, or "Pop-Pop," as his beloved grandchildren knew him, grew up in Patterson, California and graduated from Patterson High School. He completed his B.A. in Mathematics magna cum laude from North Park University in Chicago, Illinois and his M.S. in Operations Research from the Air Force Institute of Technology, Air University. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years, including as a Minuteman missileer and many other assignments that took him and his family around the country. After retiring from the Air Force, Ken worked in the private sector designing computer-based training curricula for the military. Ken was a gentle man with a huge heart and warm smile who will be long remembered by those who knew him. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. He was an avid reader who also enjoyed woodworking, researching genealogy, and traveling with his wife, Janell. Together they travelled the country and traced their roots in Sweden. Ken was a member of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church in Williamsburg. Ken was preceded in rest by his parents, Arthur and Cecile Almquist and his parents-in-law, Melvin and Gail Lindman. He is survived by his wife of nearly 48 years, Janell; his four children Chuck (Elaine), Katy (Payton), Chris (Beth), and Joel (Susie); his seven grandchildren Austin, Kyle, Madison, Jason, Jonathan, Scotty, and Erika. He is also survived by his brother Terry (Lois), his sisters-in-law Janet (Lloyd) and Jean (Jim), and his brothers-in-law Ross (Lisa), Brian (Cathie), and Glenn (Jennie), and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. John Miller, his nurse Tamara, Bill (who always made Ken smile) and the staff of Riverside Peninsula Cancer Institute as well as Riverside Hospice, in particular his nurses Laura and Megan. The family is deeply appreciative of their knowledge, compassion, and outstanding care for Ken during the last 13 months. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 23, from 6-8 pm at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church in Williamsburg. A celebration of Ken's life will be held at the church on Saturday, October 24, at 11 am. Burial will follow at a later time in Michigan. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his memory to Free Grace Presbyterian Church, 160 Canal Street, Lewiston, ME 04240. Online condolences may be shared at www.nelsencares.com.

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Published by Daily Press on Oct. 18, 2015.

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for Kenneth Almquist

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16 Entries

Julia Sharp

January 25, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Ken was a wonderful man and colleague. He and I worked together for several years at MANDEX and CSC. Ken was so kind and gentle with such a sweet smile. May he rest in eternal peace.

Debra Ogilvie

October 23, 2015

Katy,
I am very sorry to hear of your dad's passing - it is much too soon. You and your family are in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Debra Flechner Ogilvie

October 23, 2015

Janell you have our deepest condolences from you Riverside Dialysis Family our prayers are with you and your family.
Robin, Anne and everyone.

Angela White

October 23, 2015

Joel, I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He has no more suffering nothing but joy. May God's infinite love and strength comfort you and your family during this time. I am praying for you all.

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Marilyn & Mark Nataupsky

October 22, 2015

An open letter to Kenneth Charles Almquist, may your soul forever rest in Peace:

Dear Ken,

We have known you and your family for almost 30 years. Although we have not spoken of most of these things in person, we want you and everybody else to know how we feel about you.

Whether the dictionary defines a gentleman or a gentle man, your picture belongs with the narrative. As one example: For many years, Riverside Dialysis was a non-profit organization that had an annual art auction. Your wife, Janell, was one of the co-organizers. You did a lot of the back-breaking work required to set up and to dismantle the function. Others also helped, but you did more than your fair share of the work. You never sought accolades. You just kept your warm, gentle smile and did whatever was needed.

Janell had other functions for her co-workers and dialysis patients at your welcoming home. Here, also, you just kept quiet, smiled, and helped Janell and the patients in every way possible. An exemplary host would be a fitting description of you.

We don't remember how many inches tall you stood, but there was no doubt you were a giant of a gentle man.

That warm, sincere smile always defined you. Anybody who was with you could not help, but notice you. Blending into the background might have been your desire, but the results of your efforts stood tall.

You always will be in our hearts. We were so fortunate to have spent time with you, Janell, and some of the family. By any measure though, not nearly enough time.

We can only imagine the grief and feeling of loss that now envelopes Janell and your family. We hope that knowing how other people remember you will help them to manage this overbearingly difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Janell and all of the other family members.

With love, affection, and many wonderful memories,
/s/
Marilyn & Dr. Mark Nataupsky, Ph.D.

Ellen Melvin

October 22, 2015

Dear Janell and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Ken's death, He was truly a wonderful person. May God wrap you all in his loving arms and give you comfort during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

October 22, 2015

We are sorry to hear of Ken's passing. At Computer Sciences Corporation, he was a quiet, dedicated, knowledgeable, and hard working guy who could be counted upon to accomplish various tasks. We will be out of town for his service. God Bless him and his family. Paul & Mary Miyamasu, Williamsburg, VA

Orvin & Sharon Melson

October 21, 2015

Katy & Family, We were so sorry to read of the death of your Dad, know he will be missed , you all were such a close family .. We think of you often and always ask Elizabeth's Mom when we see her how you two are doing.. Was happy to hear when you got married ... When in area sometime stop in to say Hi, would so love to see you, been way too long... May God Bless you and your family and keep you in his care...With Sympathy, Orvin & Sharon Melson

October 21, 2015

We send our deepest condolences to the Almquist family and our friends Kate and Payton.

Lots of Love,
Pamela Fierst-Walsh and Tim Walsh

Diane

October 20, 2015

Janell
I am so sorry to learn of Ken's death. I know the the Lord is carrying you on this arduous journey. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane(Horn)

Nonie Wakeman

October 19, 2015

Dear Janell & family,
As Mary said, the only words are "The Word". A Word given me after the recent death of my Mother comes from John 17:24 "Father, I desire that they also whom thou hast given me be with Me where I am.....that they may behold My glory." And she said "amazing to realize our Lord's desire is fulfilled in the death of those who are His!"
Our blessed hope. May He comfort you as only He knows how.
Love & Prayers, Nonie

Roy & Audrey Jester

October 18, 2015

Dear Janell, We are so sorry for your loss. Ken was a gem of a man. We continue to lift you and all your family up before the Lord. We
love you.

October 18, 2015

My dear Janell and her wonderful family,
I really do not have anything helpful to say but those things you know already. The story of the man who saw his walk with the Lord the good shepherd in 2 sets of footsteps in the sand side by side. He asked the Lord "every once in a while I see only 1 set of footprints, what is happening?" The Lord replied, "That's when I carried you." This little story you have probably heard, but it springs to my thoughts now as for you, this is one of those times the Lord is carrying you. Loving and praying for you as we have been these past years,we are still so very very sorry. In my memory are some very fun times together and we will always cherish you both in our hearts.
Love,Faith and Rich

Mary Hollebeek

October 18, 2015

Dear Janell,
There are no words....except The Word. Praying that He is giving you strength both today and in the days ahead.

Cheryl Winter

October 18, 2015

Dearest Janell and family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Ken was a wonderful man, talented, intelligent, kind and a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He lived a life of service, both to his country and to his family. It was a privilege to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

October 18, 2015

May you find comfort from God

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