(William Kenneth) Ken Bagwell

I feel blessed to get back with Kenny after all these years. We talked about how good the Lord has been to us. Going to miss Kenny. Always enjoyed talking to him. He always asked how my wife was doing with Parkinson´s.

I was blessed to know Ken from our mutual interest in radio. There would not have been The Matt Cole Show without Ken; all I had to do was show up and talk and he did the rest. He went on the host his own show and proved to be one of the best ever behind the microphone. We also got to do Asheville Tourist baseball together and shared one of the funniest moments in the history of radio together, in my description of a ball hit to left field.

Before baseball and radio, the true loves of his life were his beautiful wife Libby, his Sons Josh and Drew, and the apple of his eye Daughter Bethany. I know his grandchildren became just as much his loves as well.

But Ken's first love was His Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. From the last time Ken and I talked on June 7th and in subsequent texts after, it was his calmness and faith in Christ in the face of the cancer battle that stood out to me. While he knew his Earthly fate, his focus was on his eternal destination. And if I could share what I think Ken would tell everyone it would be 'get to know Jesus and let Him get to know you!'

You were more than a friend Ken, you were a brother and my life was exponentially better because you were a part of it. I love you man, and can't wait to spend eternity together!

Heads Up America, Ken Bagwell has been called Home and has heard the words we all yearn for, "well done thou good and faithful servant, welcome home."

Dearest Libby and family,
We´re so very sorry to hear about Kenny´s passing.
We have such special memories of our worshiping
together at WHB in Weaverville.
God bless you all with HIS comfort and peace,
that you´ll have a glorious reunion someday.
Love and prayers - Nona and Doug Holcombe

Libby, I have never met you but worked at Clemson during the years Kenny was coaching with Coach Wilhelm. I worked in the publicity office and loved your husband. He had a passion for the game and wanted all to share it. The players loved him and we had great fun being around him.

I have not seen him much since those days but have kept up thru friends. I had no idea he was the one who hit Crash Davis´ last home run in the movie Bull Durham - on the first take! It doesn´t surprise any who knew him.

We are praying for you and your family. I know your time with his was adventurous and a huge blessing.

Blessings,

Rest in Perfect Peace my dearest friend Kenny Bagwell. His smile and optimism would light up the room. I know we will see you again very soon. My family and I are Praying for the family. God bless you. The Manning´s

So sorry Libby. What a beautiful tribute to a great man.

One of the best baseball people I have ever been around. Will forever cherish the memories and lessons that were learned throughout my teenage years in Weaverville from him. A Blackhawk Legend. You will be missed, Coach.

So sorry for a life taken to soon!! Always loved playing beside bags!! He was such a wealth of knowledge on baseball!! He will certainly be missed by all that knew him!!

Ken you was a person who was willing always to share your knowledge and talents, with anyone who would have an ear to listen. You will be missed by many. Rest easy my friend...<><

So sorry to hear about Ken. I knew Ken for many years as a reporter for the Tribune. I frequently spoke to him and remembered I was on his show when they were over off of Patton Avenue. He will be missed.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Libby and family. Sending hugs love you

Kenny and I were classmates and baseball team mates in high school. He was a gifted baseball player and those of us who knew him understood why. He and his Dad, Cotton, were always on the high school field working on fundamentals regardless of the month of the year or the weather. Kenny was our leader whether we were in a closely contested game or just horsing around and having fun- like taking infield practice with a wiffle ball before a game. Our coach did not like when we did that !!

Growing up with and around the Bagwell Family you could count on Cotton to help you with baseball, Nell was a fixture when the high school did it's annual major production of a musical and Kelly was the little brother that some of our team mates did not have.

Kenny never lost his enthusiasm for baseball and life. And, though our paths went separate ways I always found ways to keep up with what he was doing.

I'm sorry that I will not be able to make that August 2 gathering. We will be attending a birthday celebration for our granddaughter so I know Kenny will understand.

Our condolences go out to the Bagwell Family as they deal with Kenny's passing. He will be missed but never forgotten.

Rich & Jackie Lasher

Kenny´s heart was always something others saw and experienced in any conversation with him. Baseball .. Libby .. GOD. Reverse order. Such an encourager. When I was dx with stage 3 cancer he was the first to call and pray even though his dx was stage 4. Loved our conversations at church and later at ingles. Heaven rejoices. See you later my brother. Love you.