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Kenneth Amada Obituary
Kenneth B. Amada, 83, Professor Emeritus of Piano in the School of Music at the University of Iowa died Saturday, July 4, 2015, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
No local services are planned, interment will take place at the Temple B'nai Abraham Memorial Park Cemetery in Union, NJ. Online condolences may be sent for his family through the web @ www.gayandciha.com. Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service is caring for his family and arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Amada
Ira Hawkins
June 11, 2018
Professor Amada was a wonderful man and a terrific musician. He was my piano teacher for the two years(1966-1968) I was in graduate school at Iowa. He was patient, kind, and always encouraging. In addition to being my piano instructor, Ken was also my motorcycle instructor! Yes, he actually taught me how to ride a bike. He had this very large Suzuki motorcycle. I was awed and confused at the idea that my wise and brilliant piano professor was also a biker. One day that he offered me a ride. Then he taught me the basics of how to ride, how to handle the bike, and what to look for on the road(scattered debris... observing the front wheels of nearby cars just in case they turn suddenly turn or cut you off, etc.)Ken was wonderful. Always the careful and patient instructor, be it the piano or a motorcycle. He was so good, in fact, that I bought my own motorcycle and rode it, via Interstate 80, back to Los Angeles upon my graduation. May God bless his soul.
Carole Brundage
March 31, 2016
I did not know that Kenneth passed away. My sympathies to his family.
When I was 15 years old, I lived in the same apt. building with Kenneth and his Mom. I took piano lessons from Kenneth for many years! He was a wonderful teacher! The year was 1960. I practiced like crazy---one of the reasons is that I had my "first crush" on this handsome man!
Life went one---we moved, they moved. Today i thought about him as I often do when i look at my piano. Fond memories of a very wonderful and talented man!
I remember Kenneth had a beautiful white Jaguar at that time! Awesome!
Carole Brundage
West Orange, N.J.
July 22, 2015
I am truly very sorry for your loss.1PETER 5:10
July 20, 2015
May the God of all comfort sustain you in this time of need. May you find peace and comfort through the scriptures, prayer and family. Roman 15:5
Henderson
July 20, 2015
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.EPHESIAN 3:13&14.
July 17, 2015
To the family of Mr.Amada,my condolence to you all as prepared for the sad occasion ,may your hearts not be trouble the God Of all compassion will see you through just ask him cause he cares.
Sandra of NYC
Robert Koopmann
July 13, 2015
Kenneth was a fine teacher and performer. I was his first DMA graduate. He did much for me. May he rest in peace.
Robert Koopmann, O.S.B.,
Professor of Music, President Emeritus, Saint John's University/The College of Saint Benedict.
July 10, 2015
I remember Ken's first concert when he just arrived in Iowa City.--I believe it was done quickly in McBride Hall. We loved his music, and enjoyed his friendship. He was our neighbor--a long time ago.
Janet Trimble (Mrs. Ocie Trimble)
Arthur Houle
Arthur Houle
July 9, 2015
You will be missed! I remember with great fondness my time as your student at the University of Iowa (1986-88, DMA). Rest in peace.
Arthur Houle, Professor of Music, Colorado Mesa University
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