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Kenneth Brackett Obituary
Kenneth R. Brackett, lately of Simi Valley, CA, passed away on January 20, 2013 due to complications from colon cancer. He was the son of Violet and Thurman Brackett of Whiting, IN. He lived, married, and raised his children in the Calumet Region. He worked for most of his career at Amoco Oil Refinery (now BP) in Whiting. While living in Munster, IN, he was a volunteer fireman and emergency medical technician for the Munster Fire Department, was an active member of Ridge United Methodist Church in Munster, IN, and led Boy Scout Troop 533 for several years in the 1980's. He also coached Little League teams in the Region in the 1970's and 1980's. He was also a member of American Legion post 6 in Hammond. He spent the last 15 years working as an independent contractor in the petroleum industry across the country in Michigan, Illinois, New Mexico, New Jersey, and Wyoming, where he was member of The Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Cheyenne, WY. He is survived by his wife, Linda Brackett, who says that "Ken never knew a stranger", and she credits him with helping her make friends and get past her shyness. He is also survived by his sister, Bonnie Dalton of Elkhart, IN; three daughters: Cindy DeGoey of DeMotte, IN, Kim Jordan of Lincoln, NE and Sheila Showalter of Fort Branch, IN; two sons: Jeremie Brackett of Chicago, IL and Russell Hatch, of New York, NY; 13 grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.
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February 16, 2013
To so many of you in Ken's family -
We are so sorry to hear of Ken's death. In a visit with Jeremie this fall we leaned about Ken's colon cancer and were so very sad to know that someone so young was fighting this illness. We are grateful for the contributions Ken made to the Munster community as a coach and a Volunteer Fireman. Know that our family is thinking of your family at this sad time. Fondly, Carol and Dave Talabay
Cindy DeGoey
February 4, 2013
Dad I miss you so much. I miss our phone calls, I miss your HI, Hows you, Hows my girl today. I'm all grown up but around you I was still a little girl, daddy's girl. Selfishly I'd love just one more phone call.
Richard Mendoza
February 3, 2013
RIP Mr. Brackett. I remember playing baseball against your teams growing up. The world could use more volunteers in the community like you. Thanks for all you did.
ed hamilton
February 3, 2013
I worked with and for "K.B." for years at the refinery. He always told it like it was, and we had tons of fun, even when it was tough going! He was the last of the "Old School Guys" and I will always respect him. Hambone
February 3, 2013
Ken was a good Firefigter And EMT.We thank him for his years of service to the M.F.D. May you rest in peace.
Capt. Ken Keilman MFD.
Peg Colbert Oberle
February 2, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are extended to the family of a good man who will be sorely missed. Ken a active in our Munster lives through church, scouts and sports. He knew how to be a friend. God Bless
Sandy Oseguera (Roman)
February 2, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Ken was a neighbor, friend & the scout master to my son. Ken's touched the lives of so may. He may be gone but the good he did lives on!
Dave Robertson
February 2, 2013
My condolences to the Brackett Family. I worked with Ken at the Whiting Refinery, and he was a classmate of my brother Larry, who passed away last summer.
Scotty Loudenber
February 2, 2013
My toughts and prayers to Ken's family.Ken was my supervisor,and friend for many years at the refinery.He was one of the last "Great" ones.His great knowledge,compassion,and great friendship,was a true gift to all that knew him.His time with us was way too short.
Sandra Zikas
February 2, 2013
Sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Ken. Good men like him don't come around often enough.
George Novak
February 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy. Ken was a dear friend and cohort. We had very good times teaching EMTs at Mercy Hospital in Dyer.
Wally Jakubin
February 1, 2013
Worked with Ken at Inland Steel some long years ago, while we had little contact after We both left Inland we did have a few occasions where we bumped into each other. My mother in law lived only a few doors away from you in Munster,In
I remember Ken as a hard worker who always had time to help his co workers, hard to find people like that these day's. may he rest in peace.
James Bendinelli
February 1, 2013
Please except my condoleces on the loss of Ken. I new Ken from Amoco, and was on the fire dept. with him. He was a good person and I know will be missed by many. Our prayers are with Ken and his family
Jim & Marianne Bendinelli
February 1, 2013
Kenny I can't even really remeber the last time I saw you face to face ..I just remember every time I heard your name growing up I thought of you as my big Teddy Bear ..I felt safe and loved by your hug .. So RIP my Teddy Bear
Janet Ripley
February 1, 2013
Linda, Little Rip and I will always keep Big Dog in our thoughts and prayers. He is suffering no more. If you need us for anything, we're a phone call away.
Jeremie Brackett
February 1, 2013
Dad, you were taken to young. I love you and I miss you dearly. Though in different parts of the country, I was proud to say that I was still close to my Dad. I miss our daily talks, texts, and emails. You helped me through one of the most difficult times of my life, not to mention you were there for all the others to. You were either my coach or my number one fan at every sport I was ever involved in, and my scoutmaster. You were always there. I remember the long weekend wrestling tournaments, where you would videotape every match. You were loving when you needed to be loving, and tough when you needed to be tough. You will be missed by me and many others more than you can ever imagine. I love you Dad.
February 1, 2013
My thoughts go out to you Linda, Ken was a great guy and will be missed. Maggie Scherer
February 1, 2013
i knew Ken in the 1970's. I was one of the groomsmen at his wedding to Sharon. He was an outgoing, friendly man. I am sure he will be missed. Deacon Larry Hatch, St, Agnes Catholic Church, Mena, Ar.
Sharon France
February 1, 2013
You are now pain free and at peace. You will always be remembered by everyone who knew you.
Dad, Cindy & I Febuary 2012
Kim Jordan
February 1, 2013
Dad, I miss you so very much. To think of all the suffering you were going thru in the end I know it is selfish to wish you were still here. I think of you now with a perfect body and no pain. I loved you very much Dad!
Charlie & Amy Zavesky
February 1, 2013
Please except our condoleces on your loss of Ken He and I spent many years on the Amoco fire dept. He and Cricket spent times on our boat in Michigan City, Ind, We think of Ken from time to time thinking about the great time we had together,It's very sad a man with his knowledge passes way so young, Prayers are with Ken & family.
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