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He was born August 6, 1944 in Flint, MI to Henry and Mary (Canada) Draheim. Ken was a graduate of Flint Northern High School with the Class of 1962. He married Elizabeth Frenzel on May 30, 1981. Ken enjoyed golf, baseball, collecting Humel figurines, collecting coins and sports cards and listening to 50's music. He was active in his children's sports and adored hockey.
Ken is survived by his children, Melissa (Dave) Coppy, Michelle (Dave) Keller, Michael (Holly) Draheim and Steven (Ashley) Draheim; grandchildren, Casey (Kent) Chateauvert, David (Hailey) Coppy, Meghan Keller, Malissa Keller, Christopher (Jody) Keller, Mary Beth Keller, Samantha (Jerad) McCormick, Avery Evan, Jessica Draheim, Reese Draheim and Brooks Draheim; 13 great grandchildren; siblings, Kathy Odom, Charles (Terri) Draheim, Kristine (Curt) Kowalski and Jennifer (Don) Stringer.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Elizabeth Draheim; parents, Henry and Mary Draheim; sister, Karen White; and brother in law, Harold White.
The family will receive visitors from 4-8 PM on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Avram Funeral Home and from 10-11 AM on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Mayville.
A Funeral Service will take place at 11 AM on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 6115 First St., Mayville with Pastor Brian K. Diring officiating.
Burial will take place in Fremont Township Cemetery.
Memorial in his honor may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Friends may share an online condolence at www.avramfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Avram Funeral Home, 6028 Lincoln St., PO Box 130, Mayville, MI 48744, Phone 989-843-5441.
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Brenda Richards
November 8, 2024
My parents, Barb and Jim Blanchard were dear friends with Kenny's mom and dad. My name is Brenda and I haven't seen any of the family in years. I hung with Jennifer. Praying you all find peace in God's comfort
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Nancy Kleinke
November 8, 2024
Friendly people, he and Beth, sharing football games at MLS.
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