Foss, William Kenneth "Ken" (1944-1913)
Bellville Times
Life began 6/11/44 in Miami FL and ended with grace on 12/14/13 at Methodist Hospital, Houston. Kenneth received the Sacrament of Last Rites from Rev. Ryazard Kulma, Pastor of St. Edith Stein Catholic Church.
An Alumni of University of Louisville, Class of 1973 (Go Cardinals!) and Graduate studies in the U of L Community Development Masters Program.
William K .Foss was a patriot, Vietnam War Veteran and a Conservative. He was a true advocate of education. He was an adventurer, world traveler, a big man with a warm heart, hardy laugh, with many talents and diverse interests. He was a loyal friend and “Uncle Kenney” to many. Ken truly loved the life he had been blessed with and lived it to the fullest.
Ken retired from Saudi Aramco Oil Corp. in 1994 as Business Mgr. for the Process & Computer Engr Dept. He valued the lasting friendships made while working on many worldwide Aramco projects. He was a proud member of the Klunkers. He felt honored and privileged to belong to this distinguished group of men.
Ken loved his ranch, cattle, and the community of Kenney, and nearby Bellville. It’s a wholesome family area where good people lend a helping hand to their fellow man. Ken felt at home on the ranch surrounded by trusting friends and neighbors.
Predeceased by his cherished grandparents Carleton F. and Annie R. Foss of Biddeford ME, father Charles C. Foss Sr., mother Edith B. Watson, and brother Charles C. Foss Jr.
Survived by his sister Mary J. Veitch (Herschel), Sneads FL, brother John A. Foss (Leticia) Sanford ME, 3 nephews,S nieces, and Ken’s teenage sweetheart, former spouse and loving friend Linda Gray Story, Houston TX.
A celebration of life and friendship will be held in the beauty of late spring in Kenney. Internment will take place at Laurel Hills Cemetery, Saco ME in the Foss family plot next to his beloved grandmother. Kenneth may you rest in peace and the Lord hold you gently in the palm of His hands for all eternity.
Posted by Joy Neely
