Kenneth D. Walsh

Kenneth D. Walsh obituary, Carlisle, PA

Kenneth D. Walsh

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Oct

11

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church

201 West Louther Street, Carlisle, PA 17013

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Oct

11

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church

201 West Louther Street, Carlisle, PA 17013

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Kenneth Walsh Obituary

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Kenneth Douglas Walsh, 85, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully at home on September 15, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born in Staten Island, New York, Ken graduated from Boyden High School before attending Moravian College. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Fred T. Berry Destroyer. Following his service, he built a successful career with Texaco, retiring in 1997.

Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice. He is survived by his devoted wife, Alice Walsh; his children, Jennifer (David) Maxwell, Douglas (Ashley) Walsh, Michael (Lee) McQuillen and Emma (Douglas) Rynard; grandchildren, Kelsie (Evan), Emily, Lanie, Colin and Megan (Austin); great-grandchildren, Layna, Jax and Savannah as well as his brother, Phil (Nancy) Walsh.

Ken’s life was rich with passions and joys. He loved his time at Smith Mountain Lake, creating lasting memories with family and friends. He was an avid traveler, an accomplished tennis player and enjoyed golf as well as many competitive nights of pinochle. A man of faith, he was a dedicated member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

His life was a testament to faith, perseverance and love for family. His parting words reflect the strength of his character and belief: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7.

Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 11, 2025 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 201 West Louther Street, Carlisle, where the family will greet guests after 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ken’s name may be made to: Project Share, 5 North Orange Street, Suite #4, Carlisle, PA 17013 (www.projectsharepa.org) or Community Cares, 50 West Penn Street, Carlisle, PA 17013 (www.morethanshelter.org).

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

11

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church

201 West Louther Street, Carlisle, PA 17013

Send Flowers

Oct

11

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church

201 West Louther Street, Carlisle, PA 17013

Send Flowers