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Kenneth Ables Obituary
Kenneth Wayne Ables finished his earthly journey on November 25th 2015 and went to be with our Father in Heaven. He was born on Oct 7th 1936 in Hollis Oklahoma to Hurley Steven and Nettie Virginia Ables. Kenneth served his nation in the Navy for 26 years as a submariner and later a regional recruiter for south Texas. After retiring from the Navy he took up another highly successful career as a building construction inspector for the University of Texas System for 17 years reporting directly to the Chancellor. He oversaw construction of work on M D Anderson Cancer Center in Houston and the UT Health & Science Center at the medical center in San Antonio among other significant projects. His entire careers in both the military and civilian life were acknowledged with advancements and awards. He truly loved both endeavors. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Virginia Royce, three children, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. They are Cynthia Heierman and husband Marcus of New Braunfels, Carey Virginia Tuttle of Aransas Pass and Christopher Ables and wife Adrienne of Nevada. Grandchildren are Jennifer Gomez and husband Harvey, Shayleen Tuttle and fiancé Samuel of Pleasanton, Rustin Tuttle, Ryker Tuttle, Cailean Ables and Tanner Ables. He also had three great grandchildren Tucker and Taylor Gomez and Samuel. He is also survived by his only sister Linda Jean Metcalfe and husband, Murray. He has one living aunt, Glenna Frances Cannady of Amarillo. He was preceded in death by his parents. Master Chief Petty Officer, NCCM (SS) Kenneth Wayne Ables USN Retired, Resident Construction Mgr. OFPC University of Texas, World-Wide Traveler, Story-Teller Extraordinary, Helper of Damsels in Distress, Slayer of Dragons. In lieu of flowers you can make a donation to the Disabled American Veterans. Memorial service and interment will be held at Ft Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio 78209, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, at 10:00 AM. Anyone wishing to sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences to the family may do so at www.hurleyfuneralhome.com
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for Kenneth Ables
Jeff Stoops
August 15, 2023
Jeff Stoops
August 15, 2023
Jeff Stoops
August 15, 2023
I served with Kenny on Submarines in the lay 60s and early 70s
He was a squared away Bluejacket!.
ETCS(SS)(DV) JD STOOPS
y s
January 7, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. May the Almighty God comfort you during these trying times. 2 Cor 1:3-7.
William Lea
December 22, 2015
Chris, you and your family are in my prayers.
December 22, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you thru this difficult time your family is going through. Soon he will do away with death forever. 1 Cor 15:26
December 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all Comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Benjamin
December 21, 2015
May the hearer of prayer grant you his peace in your time of need. May you find strength and hope from Psalm 68:20. With warm sympathy.
Nick Nichols
December 20, 2015
To the Ables Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Kenneth's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and all SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Kenneth will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
NCCM(SS) Kenneth Wayne Ables
US Navy Submarine Veteran Retired
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, Base Chaplain
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