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Kenneth Ross "Kenny" GLADIEUX
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Kenneth GLADIEUX Obituary
Kenneth "Kenny" Ross Gladieux - medical doctor, loving father and husband - died Thursday, June 25, 2009, at Virginia Baptist Hospital in Lynchburg.
Dr. Gladieux dedicated his medical career to public health. He cared about serving people, all kinds of people, especially those not in the mainstream or who were less privileged.
He received a federal scholarship from the National Health Service Corps in 1995, in return for which he served six years in a medically under-served area of the country. The service obligation sent Dr. Gladieux and his family to the Mississippi Delta and the Ozarks of Missouri. In early June 2009, he and his family returned to their home state of Virginia, after he was offered a position as Adult Psychiatrist at Central Virginia Community Services in Lynchburg.
He was born Feb. 20, 1966, in Princeton, N.J., and raised in Alexandria, where he graduated from T.C. Williams High School in 1984. In 1988, he received his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. In 1999, he graduated from the Medical College of Virginia and did his residency training in psychiatry at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.
Kenny leaves his beloved wife, Barbara, and two children, Margaret "Meg" and Maxwell "Max," ages 8 and 6; his mother, Paula Gladieux of Charlottesville; his father, Lawrence Gladieux of McLean; his sister, Michele Gladieux of Eugene, Ore.; in-laws, Beverly and Bruce Bach of Wintergreen; brother-in law, Bruce Bach Jr and wife, Andrea, of Ft. Myers, Fla.; brother-in-law, Eric Bach and wife, Ashley, of Ridgeland, Miss.; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Kenny was loved by many for his wit, compassion and loyalty. He was passionate about music, the outdoors, family and friends. He loved socializing and sharing with all of those he loved. He will be missed by many.
A memorial service is being planned for Saturday, July 18, 2009, in Charlottesville. Details will be determined and available through Tharp Funeral Home in Lynchburg.
Please consider a contribution to the Gladieux Children's Education Fund. Make checks payable to Tharp Funeral Home, P.O. Box 15008, Lynchburg, VA 24502, note on memo line: Gladieux Children's Education Fund.
Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com.
This obituary was originally published in The News & Advance.
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Donna White
February 26, 2011
Barb,
Last time I saw you, I think, was at your wedding. Afterward, I got up and sang with Frank Wakefield. It's been a long time, but I've thought of you guys often and Googled Ken from time to time.
I was just on the phone with Frank Swartwout, now my ex-husband, and we were talking about guitars and you and Ken came up. I took the opportunity to do a Google search to look you up. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw Ken's obituary come up at the top of the search.
Barb, I am so sorry for your loss, for your children's loss, and for the loss to all Ken's and your family, friends, colleagues, and patients.
Frank was just sick to hear the news and had to get off the phone right away. Please know how much he was loved, even 'though it has been so long since we saw him.
May 8, 2010
Gladieux family
I went to school with Kenny at TC. He was the nicest guy with an incredible sense of humor. I am sorry for your loss
schuyler elliott
May 8, 2010
Gladieux family
I went to school with Kenny at TC. He was the nicest guy with an incredible sense of humor. I am sorry for your loss
Cynthia Provow
March 9, 2010
To the Gladieux Family,
I am so sorry for your loss......
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Donna Gowin, MD
January 4, 2010
Dear Barb, Meg and Max,
This must have been a difficult holiday season for you all. I just today found out about Ken's death and must say I am so sorry to hear about your loss and pain. I worked with Ken at BHC and he was a wonderful, kind, compassionate man. He was great at diagnosis and treatment of his patients. I missed working with him after I left BHC. We were both on the short end of the stick at BHC but we worked hard to make life a better place for so many who were without hope. He was a kind and generous man - loved by many - his presence in psychiatry will be greatly missed. Know that you did make a difference, Dr. Gladieux.
Lisa Stokes
August 6, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your terrible loss. I had the priviledge to work with Dr. Gladieaux in Crossett Arkansas. He was and will always be an inspiration to me. My prayers go out to you.
July 17, 2009
To Barb and Children: Words cannot express to you to sadness I feel in my heart for what you are going through right now. I met you and Kenny one evening when you first came to Lynchburg.Ken had the greatest sense of humor and even in the circumstances he was making everyone else laugh. I enjoyed deep discussions with him and found him to be a very passionate person about his work and felt he truly cared about his patients. I was excited that Lynchburg would have him to call our own. Barb, I had alot of hope that things would turn out alright for you and I am so sorry for you and the children. He touched the lives of many in Lynchburg in the short time he was here.
Trista Worthley
July 13, 2009
Dear Gladiuex Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I knew Kenny from Camp Searsmont in Maine. Our family would see Kenny, Michele and Paula each summer for many, many years. I have such fond memories of him. Since hearing of his passing, I have have great thoughts of all the times we spent together. My family's thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Trista and the Cone clan
Moira O'Leary
July 10, 2009
I remember Kenny so well as on of the gang of kids in our neighborhood. Jones Point, Lee Street Park, Prince Street, Tot Lot. I see him so clearly in his soccer cleats...he was so cool even as a little guy. I didn't see him much as a grown up but was aware of the great man he became. Moira O'Leary
long ago
Nickie Gladieux
July 9, 2009
Dear friends and family of Kenny,
I'm thankful to be counted as one of the people that got to enjoy time with Ken. I will miss him terribly and remember him always.
Cousin Nickie
Michael Hulbert
July 7, 2009
Paula and Family,
On behalf of the Hulbert-Farone family, I express my deepest sympathy for you. I did not know Kenny, but I do know from Paula's words that he was a greatly cherished son. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Michael
Dee Rhymer
July 6, 2009
Barb, Meg & Max,
We are so sorry to here about your loss. We are thinking about each of you. May peace be with you. The Rhymers: Joel, Dee, Jacob & Sam
Jay Gladieux
July 6, 2009
Dear Larry, Paula, Barb, Meg and Max,
My heart goes out to you all. I am deeply saddened by your loss. I will miss Ken a lot. I have so mony fond memories. He cared so passionately about so any things. May we all find peace.
Love,
Jay
Sandra Brunson
July 5, 2009
Dearest Paula and Family:
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I know how much your Kenny and his family means to you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Although I did not have the opportunity to meet your beloved son, I am sure that he was as beautiful a person as you are. God Bless you and your family in your time of need.
Keith Berenguer
July 5, 2009
Dear Barb, Meg, and Max,
I just found out about Kenny. I am so sorry and want you to know you are in my thoughts. I, too, was a fraternity brother of Kenny's at UVA and will always remember the great times Kenny and I had working during the summer of 1987 at K.L. Christie's. Kenny always brought a smile to my face. I will miss him.
Amy Nash
July 5, 2009
Dearest Barb, Meg, and Max,
I smiled today at a warm memory of Ken, from Wyoming in '01. We were driving to a wedding, but Ken just had to stop the car for photos when he noticed an amazing view where river, mountains, and sunset converged. That time, like so many times, Ken paused to appreciate nature, beauty, and really being in the moment.
Barb, my wish for you is that all the beautiful memories will bring you peace, and will gradually replace the pain you are in now. Sending you so much love, Amy
Craig Mutter
July 4, 2009
Dear Gladieux Family,
I was a fraternity brother and housemate of Kenny's back in college. Although I have lost touch with Kenny over the years, I will remember him for the humor, integrity, and strength that I always saw in him. My deepest sympathies to you at this most difficult time.
Jane Bach
July 4, 2009
Barb,
We are so devastated for you and the children. Ken was a wonderful man and will always be remembered with love. He is at Peace.
Love,
Aunt Jane and Uncle Gary
Robert McDonough
July 3, 2009
Dear Barbara,
I am a friend of Kenny's from childhood in Alexandria. My prayers will be with you and your children. I think back, to the sweetest memories of youth, Kenny was at the center of them. I am so sorry for your loss.
Robert McDonough
Art Schmalz
July 3, 2009
My deepest sympathies to you all. Kenny and I were friends since third grade. He was one of the brightest and funniest individuals I've ever met, yet so completely down to earth. He will be missed, but the memories of all the good times will endure.
Catherine Pearson
July 3, 2009
Barb, Meg, and Max,
Ken will never be forgotten as a wonderful doctor to work with, or as a wonderful friend. Your pain is shared with many, as are your wonderful memories. May peace be with you.
Ed Findlay
July 2, 2009
My deepest condolences to all of Ken’s family. Ken is at the center of a lot of great memories for so many of us. In that way he’s here forever. Peace.
Mari Walsh
July 2, 2009
Dear Barb, Meg, and & Max: I have been devastated since hearing about Dr. Gladieux. I worked with him in Monticello, Arkansas and in the two years that I worked with him, he touched my heart so many times. He was one of the sweetest, most caring, and real people I have ever met in my life. He will be missed. The world is just not the same place without him in it. He cared so much about his work and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys right now during this difficult time.
Pam McKinney
July 2, 2009
Dear Gladieux family,
My deepest sympathies to you all. I worked with Dr. Gladieux in Arkansas and he was a very caring, respectful, and generous man who cared so much for the well being of his clients as well as the people he worked with and he will be missed by us all. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryle Schreiber
July 1, 2009
Barb, my heart has been so heavy for you, Meg and Max since you first contacted me about Ken. I am so sorry for your loss. You know you are in my heart, mind and prayers.
Andre Lewis
July 1, 2009
Barbara, I am deeply sadden to learn of Dr. Glad's passsing. He & I worked together In Arkansas and he was loving, caring and genuine. He will be missed by his collegeaus and clients/patients.
Andre Lewis
July 1, 2009
Dearest Barb, Meg, Max and Paula and Larry-I have you all in my heart.I am so deeply saddened but the memories of dear Ken will always hold a special place in my heart.May we all continue to help the less fortunate in his name.He was so so special.I love you Ken. Be at peace . Love, Aunt Sal
Uncle Bun Gladieux
July 1, 2009
Dear family, especially Barb, Meg, Max, Larry, Paula and Michele:
We were so proud of Kenny's achievements, and we were so proud of his promise; we loved and admired his good and gentle soul. May we always nurture his spirit that now rests with each of us.
Gary Klein
July 1, 2009
Dear Gladieux Family:
Kenny was my fraternity brother at UVA. We met the first week of college--our dorms adjoined--and he made me laugh from that day forward. Kenny was one of the most down to earth, positive, and fun people I have ever had the privilege to be around. He was thoughtful, smart, and always pushing others to have fun and see the comedic side of life. He did great impressions of mutual friends that were particularly funny. Though I lost touch with Kenny over the past ten years or so, I always considered him a friend and was proud to have been his friend and fraternity brother. Please accept my family's condolences and sympathy.
-Gary Klein
Louise Alexander
July 1, 2009
Barb, saddens my heart to hear about Dr. Glad. He will be in Heaven with his very own group going on. Deepest and heartfelt sympathy. Will miss him.
barb pearson
July 1, 2009
Barb, God always picks the brightest flowers to go in his bouquet. Dr. G will truly be missed by every soul he touched. My deepest sympathies to you and your family
Renee Gladieux
July 1, 2009
Dearest Barb, Meg and Max, Uncle Larry, Aunt Paula and Michele, Words can't express my profound sadness nor can they heal what is the deepest wound to your hearts. But I love you all endlessly just as I love our dear, dear Kenny.
Renee
Kristie Huber
July 1, 2009
Dear Barb, Meg, Max & Ken's family and many friends, Ken was one of the funniest, smartest, down-to-earth and unique persons that I everhad the pleasure of meeting. He gave me some very valuable advice when I was at a rough place in my life. He touched the lives of so many. He and Barb were a team through good and bad times. Ken, you'll never be forgotten.
Cynthia Goldberg
July 1, 2009
Paula,
I am saddened by your loss and you know I understand and feel your pain. Please also extend my sympathy to Barbara, the children and Michele. I have sweet memories of Kenny.
Marianne Zura
July 1, 2009
Dear Barb, Meg, Max, Ken's parents and extended family,
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed knowing Kenny over the years. He was someone I always looked forward to seeing, with his affable and engaging smile and genuine, funny conversation. I'm just so glad I got to know him. His memory lives on with all of us whose lives he touched.
June 30, 2009
I spent 2 days getting to know Ken last week. He impacted me in that short time. Though you do not know me, please accept my sincerest sympathies.
Melissa Schuppe
nursing student
Malcolm Hodge
June 30, 2009
From 1st grade classmate to college roommate, you've always been a big part of my life. Miss you, brother.
Patrick Holtz
June 30, 2009
To Barb and the whole Gladieux clan I offer my deepest sympathies. Kenny truly was a sweet person and he will be sorely missed.
Greg Ruff
June 30, 2009
I will miss Ken's wry sense of humor, his always hilarious observations on any topic. He was one of a kind. Barbara, my deepest sympathies to you in this difficult time.
June 30, 2009
Barbara
All of us here at Saint Albans are sadden to hear of your loss. We had enjoyed having you visit with us even though things did not work out as we all wanted. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Wade
"Libby"
Benjamin Dawson
June 30, 2009
Miss you Kenny.
Ben
Gary Blount
June 30, 2009
Barbara
I am so very sorry for your loss. I had not yet met Ken, but was looking forward to meeting and sharing some bluegrass music events with him. You are in my prayers.
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