KENNETH E. KAMINGA

FUNERAL HOME

Kersey Funeral Home

108 Lake Stella Drive

Auburndale, Florida

KENNETH KAMINGA Obituary

KENNETH E. KAMINGA
'KEN'

AUBURNDALE - Mr. Kenneth E. 'Ken' Kaminga, age 88, a resident of Auburndale passed away Monday, August 1, 2016, at his home with his family by his side.
Mr. Kaminga was born August 7, 1927, in Kalamazoo, Michigan to William and Wilma (Ouding) Kaminga. Ken and his wife, Margaret, moved to Auburndale in 1971, from Kalamazoo. He was a United States Navy Veteran.
Ken was the owner/operator of Ken's Citgo in Auburndale for many years. After retiring from the Citgo he went to drive a school bus for Polk County Schools, which he enjoyed. After retiring from driving a school bus Ken decided to work at Kersey Funeral Home as an attendant, greeter and friend.
He attended the First Baptist Church in Auburndale, was a member of the Model A Antique Car Club in Auburndale, volunteered at many Auburndale schools, and mentored with Anchor House Ministries in Auburndale. Ken enjoyed telling stories, jokes and loved talking to people.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margaret; 2 brothers, Lou Kaminga and Norman Kaminga; 2 1/2 brothers, Bob Goodrich and Phillip Goodrich.
Ken is survived by his loving and devoted family; 3 sons, Michael Allen (Sandy) Kaminga of Dearborn, MI., Donald Lee (Terry) Kaminga of Romulus, MI., Ronald Lee (Chris) Kaminga of Winter Haven; 2 daughters, Barbara Jo Kaminga of Auburndale and Karan Ann (Bill) Henderson of Toronto, Canada; brother, Don (Elaine) Kaminga of Rockport, TX; 1/2 brother, Paul J (Aline) Goodrich of Bradenton; special aunt, Rena 'Aunt Babe' Ouding of Auburndale; 12 grandchildren, Kenny, Jill, Amie, Jessica, D.J., Jamie, Rhonda, Heather, Alicia, Tara, Laura, and Micah; 14 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers please send donations in Ken Kaminga's name to Good Shepherd Hospice, 105 Arneson Ave., Auburndale, FL. 33823.
Visitation will be held Thursday, August 4, 2016, from 6:00 until 9:00 pm at Kersey Funeral Home, 108 E Lake Stella Dr., Auburndale. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Friday, August 5, 2016, at First Missionary Baptist Church, 406 Main St., Auburndale. Interment will follow at Glen Abbey Memorial Gardens.

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Published by News-Chief from Aug. 3 to Aug. 4, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for KENNETH KAMINGA

12 Entries

Betsy Peacock

July 28, 2019

What an incredibly kind & gracious man of God! I'm so glad you and Margaret have been reunited!! We love and miss you!!

Dianna Bishop

September 6, 2016

To Barb and the rest of the family , we are so sorry for your loss. And the loss Auburndale has also experienced. Mr. Ken was such a very special person. We were so blessed to know him and be neighbors so many years. He has left a mark on this town. John and Dianna Bishop

John Osborne

August 8, 2016

Barb,

Your Dad was one of my favorite clients of all time. I loved when he came to visit me and just talk and tell me stories. He was such a great guy. I am sorry for your loss.

"Shorty" Ramales

August 8, 2016

Ms. Barbie, we are very sorry for your loss. Mr. Ken was a wonderful person and we all were so lucky to have met him. He was an incredibly friendly and sweet person. We will all miss him so much.

Don Love

August 4, 2016

Our Condolences to the family for the loss of Brother Ken. He was like family to us and will be missed. Our love to the family as well. Don and Trish Love

August 4, 2016

Ken was such a dear, special man. He will be missed.
The Vernon Family

August 3, 2016

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Ps 46 : 1

David Turner

August 3, 2016

To the Kaming a family I spent a day in the hospital with Ken. He was one of a kind ! He left a lasting impression on me . As did his sister and aunt! He will be truly missed by many I.was blessed to have met him!! "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" God Bless Sincerely David Turner

Angie Dermid-Perry

August 3, 2016

Dearest Barb, I was very sad when I heard of the passing of your lovely dad. Rodney Jr. sent me a text message when he heard. Shelly hasn't heard yet she lives in Michigan. I sure she would convey the same thoughts. You are all great people, I loved your mom and dad as I love you, SO MUCH. If you ever need a friend Rodney is on facebook and will tell you how to contact me. As for me as all Christians should believe he is in a much better place and we can all celebrate for that reason. My love to you and God Bless You. Angie Dermid Perry.

Steve Smith

August 3, 2016

I will sure miss our talks. You have been a great neighbor and an even better friend. Jeannie and I will always remember you.

Betsy Peacock

August 3, 2016

Dear Barbie, I'm SO conflicted with emotions today. I'm rejoicing that your daddy's pain is over & that he has been reunited with your sweet mommy after all these years, & so many other loved ones, and most of all that he is with JESUS!!! Still, I know how much you loved your daddy and what a hole there is in your heart. I'm praying for you, sweet friend, as you grieve.

Glenda Cox

August 3, 2016

Your father and mother were such good friends to my parents (John and Susie Meyer)! I have some many memories of them but most of all, I remember the sweet friendship they shared. They are all together,in heaven, laughing about old times. Praying for your family.
Love, Glenda

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