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Kenneth Barkley Obituary

HAYSVILLE-Barkley, Kenneth R. age 68, retired Boeing and Spirit employee, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020. No visitation. A celebration of his life will be held 2 pm Wednesday, February 5, at Smith Mortuary, 7031 S Broadway, Haysville. Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Kathryn Barkley and his daughter, Jody Barkley. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl; son, Jesse Watson (Ashley); daughters, Abby Kennedy (Ryan Houlden), Carly Kennedy (Chase), and Angela Barkley; brother, Bradley Barkley (Deb); grandchildren, Jaxson, Hazel, Ella, Jett, Trey and Tyson; great-granddaughter, Cora. A memorial has been established with the Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N Hillside, Wichita, KS 67219. View tributes at smithfamilymortuaries.com.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Feb. 2, 2020.

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hattie irving

January 27, 2023

He was a wonderful manager, i really enjoyed working with him

hattie

June 28, 2021

Ken was such a wonderful kind man, he was my manager for years at boeing, and spirit, i know he will be missed

Dean Parker

February 3, 2020

God be with all of Ken's family. Ken was a friend and co-worker for many years at Boeing/Spirit. I pray God comforts you all.

Pam Brown

February 3, 2020

Barkley family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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Bob Skinner

February 2, 2020

Condolences are extended to Ken's family for the loss of a Brother, Husband, Father, Bonus Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather. I had the privilege to work with Ken for many years during our Boeing/Spirit years and have fond memories of the times we shared together. He was a dedicated, supportive teammate, admired colleague, great leader, and friend who was loved by many. This loss is shared and felt by not only Ken's immediate family, but his Boeing/Spirit family, as well. Rest In Peace our brother. You will be missed but never forgotten.

Russel Armitage

February 2, 2020

I worked with Ken on third shift @ Boeing. He always represented himself & the company well. I entertained a couple of times at his place in Douglass Ks. & always enjoyed time spent with him. He was a good man who will always be remembered as such. My sincere condolences to his family. RIP old friend !

February 2, 2020

To Ken's family--I worked with and knew Ken for many years, what a great guy!! I was so sad to read of his passing. I hope many loving memories will help ease this loss. Sandy Gavin Wichita, Kansas

February 2, 2020

Brad and family, I am so sorry for your loss.

Carly Kennedy

February 2, 2020

Our family will miss Papa, we are greatful you were so loving. Stepdad sounds goofy. You were my bonus Dad and i appricate all the things you did or said through the years.

Karen Hawthorne

February 2, 2020

Ken was a great man have known him for many years,RIP Ken

Bill Olenick

February 2, 2020

I worked with Ken for a few months before he retired, he was a very good supervisor, sad to hear he has passed. Sincere condolences to all family and friends.

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