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Kenneth SAFRANEK Obituary
Ken was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He will always be remembered for his kindness, love of his family and friends, integrity, generosity, and humor. Ken enjoyed gardening, camping, ham radio, sailing, gadgets of any kind, cooking, wine-making, roasting coffee beans, his pets, and corresponding with family and friends. He graduated from West Valley High School class of 1965. He went on to earn a degree in Industrial Technology from WSU. He served two years in the U.S. Army Signal Corps. He worked for 30 years in the electronic industry at Cominco/Honeywell. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Margaret Ruth Safranek, his sister Mary Frances Olson Krause, his children Kenneth Safranek II (Erin McGuire Safranek) and Katie Edwards (Charles Edwards), and his seven grandchildren: Calista, Vivian, Wesley, Diana, Sophia, Elijah, and Madison.
Friends and family are invited to a service to celebrate Ken's life at St. John Vianney Catholic church, on May 17th, at 10 a.m.; Rosary at 9:30. Reception following. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John Vianney Catholic church or Hospice House of Spokane.
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Lyle Truax
May 19, 2025
Ken and lived together at WSU. We have stayed in touch for the 54 years since college. He was a great friend, father and grandfather. He will be missed.
Deacon Mike & Kathy Miller
May 13, 2025
We have known Ken since 1990 when we moved to Spokane and needed a babysitter. Ken suggested his daughter, Katie ... and the rest is history. Ken has been a great friend. He shared his love of Priest
Lake and other fine vacation spots. Thru our many moves he & Ruth always invited us to share updates with wine and goodies. We have prayed with them through heartaches and health. He has now surrendered all his concerns to the Lord. Rest in peace my friend.
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