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Kenneth Huggins Obituary

Dr. Kenneth M. Huggins, Ph.D., 81, a resident of Broomfield & a former resident of Denver and Omaha, NE, died Saturday, July 6, 2013. A Celebration of Ken's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at the Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church, 10150 E. Belleview Ave. Englewood, CO 80111. A reception will follow the service at the church. Ken was born April 18, 1932 in Geddes, South Dakota to Benjamin F. & Nellie Mae (Haney) Huggins. He graduated from Geddes High School, received a B.A. in accounting from Dakota Wesleyan University, Mitchell, SD, received his Masters in International Business from the University of Indiana in Bloomington, IN and a Ph.D. in Finance from Texas Tech. in Lubbock, TX He had a long career in the business world including teaching Business at Dakota Wesleyan (1966-1970) and the University of Nebraska at Omaha (1970-1978), Treasurer and CFO for the Farm Credit Banks in Omaha (1978-1984), Director of College Financial Planning in Denver (1984-1987), and 17 years at Metro State College as finance Professor and Chair of the Finance Dept. (1987-2004). He retired from Metro in 2004 at the age of 72. Ken passed away after a long battle with multiple health problems. After retiring, he traveled, gardened, spent time with family & friends and hosted many social gatherings. He had a full and active life and will be missed by many for his gentle nature, kind heart, and determined spirit. He was an active member of the Ports of Call Senior Singles Group and former President of the Cherry Creek Homeowners Association. Survivors: One son Brian (Michele) Huggins of Parker, CO; one daughter Suzanne (Daniel) Meehan of Superior, CO; his former wife Florence Huggins of Broomfield, CO; one brother Glen Huggins of Geddes, SD; two sisters Leola Ragghianti of San Francisco, CA & Elinor Bridges of Geddes, SD; eight grandchildren: Joshua, Michaela and Sean Huggins; Jordan, Mariah, and Rachael Meehan; Luke and Conner Huggins. Preceded in death by sons Sean Thomas Huggins June 5, 1999 and Ronald Kenneth Huggins on April 15, 2010. Contributions in his memory to Front Range Hospice Memorial Fund, PO Box 724, Erie, CO 80516. Please share thoughts, memories and condolences at legacy.com/obituaries/denverpost

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Published by Denver Post on Jul. 9, 2013.

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Joe Bell

October 2, 2013

Ken was my friend. I learned of his passing today when I called and the phone had been disconnected. I moved from Denver some 8 years ago but we remained in touch, though not often enough. Many an evening we spent sipping a spirit, talking teaching ,but more often just sharing a good laugh. Good, good person. Good friend. Thank you for the memories. Sadly missed.

Dave & Mary Fenske

July 13, 2013

We first met Ken several years ago on a house boat excursion organized by our brother Chuck. He and Carol also invited their Bridge group in Denver. We had a terrific week with lots of laughs and fond remembrances. Later we took Bridge lessons so we could join the group on our trips to Colorado. We never rose above abysmal but Ken was always patient and forgiving and we had a great time when we got together. He is a real prince of a guy.

Linda Theilgaard

July 9, 2013

Ken was a very nice man and will be missed by all the OPOCS members that knew him. He was the club's past treasurer and president. He was a gracious host at the parties at his homes and he did a great job at Christmas decorating. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sincerely, Linda Theilgaard

Jerry Huggins

July 9, 2013

Ken will be missed. I have great admiration for my cousins accomplishments and his kindness.

May Ken, have eternal peace.

Norm & Betty Arbon

July 9, 2013

The memories of friendship will be with us forever. Our prayers and love are with the family at this time in the celebration of the wonderful life Ken had. His love for his kids and grandchildren was beyond measure.
Norm and Betty Arbon

Joe Power

July 9, 2013

A few years ago Ken had a BBQ for the
Ports-of-Call Singles people on a Sunday afternoon. He couldn't get his grill to work, so he asked me to go with him in his pick-up to Home Depot
to buy a new one. When we arrived he parked next to the grills, picked one out, whipped out his credit card, and the grill was loaded into the pick-up.
As we raced back he made a left turn onto another street, the grill fell out
onto the concrete pavement, and broke into several pieces. With the help of another motorist, we put the grill and the pieces back into the truck. At home he managed to put it together and it worked. Whoever has that grill now knows why it has so many dents.
Joe

July 9, 2013

We will miss Ken very much in our club, he was such a nice person, my condolences to the family, he talked about his family so often, I feel like I know each and everyone of you.
Mary Riney

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