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Allison Scribner Obituary
Norfolk - Ken, formerly of Portsmouth, VA and a resident of Harbor's Edge in Norfolk, passed away during the early morning hours of his 90th birthday, October 9, 2014. Ken was born in Portsmouth in 1924 to Allison Kenneth Scribner, Sr. and Marie Dougan Scribner. He was married to Sue Bradford Faulkner Scribner for 54 wonderful years, prior to her death in 2002. He was also predeceased by his son, Allison Kenneth Scribner, III. Ken was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in Portsmouth, VA, Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire, Harvard College, the College of William and Mary, and The Advanced Management Program (AMP59) at Harvard University. During World War II, Ken was a B-29 Navigator, Pacific Theater, and his airplane was named City of Portsmouth. He went on to have an exciting 31 year business career with Virginia Chemicals, Inc. in Portsmouth, VA. Ken is survived by his son, John Charles Faulkner Scribner and wife, Anne, of Chesapeake, VA, his daughter, Joan Elizabeth Scribner Osgood and husband, Bryan, of Citra, FL, and daughter-in-law Sarah Scribner of Richmond, VA. Also left to cherish his memory, are eight grandchildren, Allison Marie Scribner Gehman and husband, Christopher of Glen Allen, VA, Nicholas Anthony Scribner and wife, Kristen of Chesapeake, VA, Meredith Anne Scribner of New York City, Noah Kenneth Scribner of Raleigh, N.C., Matthew Osgood of Asheville, N.C., Michelle M. Osgood of Maui, Hawaii, Corey Osgood of Citra, FL, and Evan Osgood of Citra, FL. Ken was a great-grandfather to Haley Mae Scribner and Charles Hendrick Scribner of Chesapeake, and John Allison Gehman and Webster Winthrop Gehman of Glen Allen. Ken was a dedicated philanthropist and champion of many causes. His interest in several projects and charities gave his life special purpose. With that in mind, his family requests any remembrances be made in his name to one's favorite charity. A celebration luncheon to honor Ken's life is planned for a future date.
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for Allison Scribner
Kim Williams
October 27, 2014
I will truly miss my friend Ken Scribner. All my best to the family.
Kim Williams
and Short Lane,
Gloucester, Virginia
Terri & Thom Byrne
October 17, 2014
What a wonderful friend! His humor and passion for life are an inspiration to us all.You will always live in our hearts.
Beth Duke
October 16, 2014
J.C. And family, your father will long be remembered. He kept me on my toes for years and certainly had a heart for CHKD and our nurses he helped educate. My thoughts are with you and Joanie and the extended family.
Gabi and Family
October 14, 2014
How I will miss my Mr.Scribby, he will always keep a special place in my heart. So thankful that his wish came true. He will be missed by many up here on the Middle Peninsula.
Shirley&Jerry Mollenhauer
October 13, 2014
Our lives now have a missing beat without you. Rest in piece old friend.
Jack Rodin
October 13, 2014
Ken, Grumpy, Airforce Buddy,
Knowing you will join your crew with satisfied accomplishments during your life, a great one
Jack Rodin
Katey Sink
October 13, 2014
I will miss speaking to him on the phone. Heaven is going to love him.
Mary Beth McKown Donner
October 12, 2014
Sending prayers of peace for you and your family
Joan L Osgood
October 12, 2014
We enjoyed your Dad very much on several Thanksgivings! Peace and Love! Joan L and Jimmy Osgood
Neil Volder
October 12, 2014
Ken was a special person. I am sure he is already trying to raise money for some worthy cause in Heaven. Rest in peace, my friend!
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