Kenneth Ernest "Ken" Warren

KENNETH ERNEST WARREN
December 27, 1934 ˜ May 16, 2023

Born in Aberdeen, WA, to Ernest Warren and Nellie Elder Warren. Died at age of 88.
Ken graduated from Olympia High School in 1954 and in 1953 he played defensive back for their state championship football team. He then attended Clark College in Vancouver, WA, for two years where he played basketball and baseball and was part of their 1956 championship teams. At this time also, he joined the Air National Guard. After his time at Clark College, he was drafted into the army and sent to Germany. There he had the opportunity to teach GED classes, play sports and travel in Europe, including attending the 1958 Brussels World Fair. Upon discharge, he returned to Olympia, WA, and attended St. Martins University.
In 1967, he went to work in Vancouver, WA, as an Employment Counselor for DSHS, where he met his future wife, Barbara Ferguson. He eventually became a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, retiring in 1993.
Ken was an avid sports enthusiast both watching and participating in and particularly followed the Mariners, Trailblazers (season ticket holder since 1973), WSU Cougars and Seahawks. After retirement he developed a passion for Golf, which he played till his Death.
Ken was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one sister. He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years Barbara; daughter, Abby (Erik) Guttormsen; son, Ronny; and four grandchildren Leif, Liam, Lain and Lena Guttormsen. Also, one brother, Don Sampson; nephews, Don and Paul Austin.
Funeral Services are scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on May 31, 2023, at Evergreen Memorial Gardens. (1101 NE 112th Ave. Vancouver, WA 98684) Reception following on site. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Clark College Foundation.
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