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Kenneth E. "Ken" Driggs

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Kenneth Driggs Obituary

Driggs Kenneth "Ken" E. Driggs, age 79 of Sarasota, Florida, died February 15, 2014 after a courageous 15 year battle with cancer. Ken was born July 25, 1934 in Columbus, Ohio. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from The Ohio State University and built one of the most successful practices in Columbus. Ken moved to Sarasota, Florida in 1979 and established yet another booming practice - some of his past patients from Columbus would even fly to Sarasota for his exceptional care. He was truly loved by all of his patients and everyone he crossed paths with. Survivors include sons, Christopher and Douglas; and daughter, Pamela; and grandchildren, Lauren and David, all of Sarasota. He will be greatly missed by his children who not only loved him as an amazing father but also as a wonderful friend. There will be no visitation or service. Ashes will be scattered at sea. In lieu of flowers or donations, he wished that everyone perform an act of kindness and consider becoming an organ donor.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 26 to Mar. 1, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Driggs

16 Entries

Pam Driggs

February 20, 2021

Thank you Remey and Jane for the kind words. I sure to miss him! I wish I had met you two!

Remey & Jane Harris

February 20, 2021

7 years have passed as if one day. We remember Ken. We miss Ken. We miss all of Ken’s attributes-his humor, wisdom, his kindnesses, his broad knowledge and interests. At 80 ourselves, we suspect we will see him sooner rather than later.....

Remey and Jane Harris

April 11, 2014

This guest book invites folks to "Light a candle". How appropriate as that so describes Ken--a bright light in this world. Rare, indeed this man who cared for his mother, loved his children and grands, delighted when the banana tree outside his office window produced fruit, meticulously restored his cars, knew just what emails would be enjoyed......... A special man among men who is missed, never to be replaced.

Mary Ann Zenor

March 5, 2014

My deepest sympathy to this family. I am Sue's mom. Your dad was a great friend of hers. He will be greatly missed. After the tears think of the good memories. I send my LOVE to each of you.

Mary Ann Zenor

March 5, 2014

Pam and brothers: I am Sue's mom. I am sending my deepest sympathy to each of you. After the tears remember the happy memories. Dads are precious. Much Love Mary Ann Zenor

Sue Brown

March 3, 2014

Ken Driggs was my dentist on Siesta Key, even before I knew Chris, Pam, and Doug. Then, through work, Pam and I became great friends. I remember him as a wonderful dentist, with the best upbeat attitude. I know you deeply miss him, but in time, he will bring smiles and love to you every day.

March 2, 2014

God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered "come to me". We watched you suffer, and we watched you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove...
He only takes the best.
Auther unknown

March 2, 2014

My dear friend, I will miss you more than words can say..
You were a kind and wonderful man..working with you was a wonderful experience. Every day started with a big smile and you asking how every one was doing. You made every day a pleasure, you loved your patients and your work. I'm so lucky to have been your friend for all these years.
Donna H. R.D.H.

Douglas Driggs

March 2, 2014

Thank everyone for your condolences

Allan Nobles

March 2, 2014

Dr. Driggs was the only dentist, ever, I looked forward to visiting. Before each session he would kick his assistant out of the room and we would tell each other jokes until we were crying. What a great guy. I was sad when he retired, and in retrospect I see it had little to do with dental work. He will be missed by scores, guaranteed.

Lynda / Richard Simcoe ?

March 2, 2014

Sweet, Loving, Kind & Gentle are a few word that I would chose when talking about or thinking of Dr. Driggs. He was the first dentist I ever went to that I actually enjoyed going to ~ I loved his demeanor & he always wore the most attractive ties. When I was leaving from my appt. I would always ((Hug)) and thanks him for being such a wonderful, caring man - not only in his profession, but as a friend (we joked about him being a great therapist - with "my" dentist I get a shrink as well as my dental needs) I referred many people to him - including ER docs -- One in particular asked me who to see as he had not been to a dentist in yrs. ~ and didn't "like" going to the dentist -- I told him that's because he didn't have the right dentist ~ Of course he saw Dr. Driggs & also became a "Driggs Groupie" ~ I was sad when he decided to leave dentistry, but also knew he would touch people's heart's in anything he ever did. I remember a day when Pam was in ER ~ I had to tell her how loved & adored her father was … She smiled & said Thank You ~ I have heard that from many people. She was indeed proud of her Dad ~ Christopher, Douglas, Pamela, Lauren & David, may you carry on a legacy that was a true gift from your Father/Grandfather. Loves ((Hugs)) and Prayers to All who LOVE Dr. Driggs ?

March 2, 2014

Love you "Doc" and will miss you always! Thank You for being such a wonderful friend for 23 yrs. Until we meet again.....I'll keep telling jokes, in your honor. xo

March 2, 2014

I had the greatest pleasure of becoming "Doc's" assistant for the last two years before he retired. We have remained good friends for 23 yrs and spoke frequently, as well as emailing. I loved him so much, and spoke with him a couple months ago. We laughed, as we always did together, and I just love his voice, it always made me smile. He fought a great fight and now Heaven gets to enjoy his fabulous sense of humor and kind heart. He called me "T", and I called him "Doc"....he was a dear friend and I will miss him so very much. Working with him every day for those two years was always a blast. His patients just loved him, and instead of dreading coming to the Dentist, they loved that they got to spend some time with him. He was the BEST and I send my deepest condolences to his children and grandchildren. RIP "Doc", you were a class act and I love you. xo

March 1, 2014

KEN WAS A FRIEND OF MARILOU AND DOUGKLIE.
I AM GOING TO FT.MYERS THURSDAY AND WOULD LIKE TO SEE DOUG AND CHRIS.I WILL BE AT 8303 ESTERO FROM 3/6/14 TIL 3/13/14.KEN WANTED US TO MOVE THERE WHEN HE WENT.COULDN'T..
CAN CALL ME AT 1-847-602-8947.THX

Miriam Holmes

March 1, 2014

I started seeing Dr. Driggs when I was in 3rd grade. He was the best. He surely leaves a void in many lives. Peace be with you.

February 26, 2014

May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts and comfort you during this most difficult time.

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