Kenneth "Ken" Wallen

Kenneth “Ken” Wallen, 69 of Coldwater, Michigan, passed away on August 12, 2024, at the Laurels of Coldwater.

Born on October 1, 1954, to Frank and Rosa (Howard) Wallen, Sr. in Marshall, Michigan, he was raised there. Ken joined the United States Air Force and worked on SR-71 aircrafts, otherwise known as “Blackbirds”. While in the military, Ken had the opportunity to travel the globe, visiting places like Greece, Australia, South America, and Korea. While he was visiting Korea, Ken discovered his love for spicy foods such as Kimchi. After 20 years of honorably serving, Ken retired and worked in construction with his brother-in-law in Cadiz, Kentucky.

If Ken wasn’t working, he could probably be found outside. He loved to fish, hike, and hunt for deer and squirrels. His favorite place to be was the Land Between the Lakes or “LBL” in Kentucky. Ken also loved his chihuahua, Rusty.

Kenneth is survived by his siblings Frank (Brenda) Wallen, Jr. of Quincy, Michigan, Shirley Wallen of Texas, Brenda (Ronnie) Luttrell of Pembroke, Kentucky, Donna Wallen of Cadiz, Kentucky; Howard (Christina) Wallen of Sevierville, Tennessee; numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, as well as great-great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Carol Wallen; nephew, Richard Wallen, and his parents.

Per Ken’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A luncheon and gathering will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services, 723 US HWY 27 N, Marshall, Michigan.

Memorial donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements were entrusted to Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services of Marshall, Michigan.