Kenneth Lee Hehr
April 17, 1939 - March 23, 2018
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Kenneth Lee Hehr
April 17, 1939 - March 23, 2018
Obituary
On March 23, 2018, Kenneth Lee Hehr went through the gates of heaven at his home in Blaine, Washington. He is survived by his beloved wife Judy Hehr, daughter Lori Waters, step-daughter Jennie Olson Six, step-son Jeff Olson, son-in-law Caleb Waters, granddaughters Rhiannon and Cassandra Waters, sister Brenda Carpenter, niece Debbie Harris, and nephews Kurt and Kevin Imes. He is predeceased by his first wife of 42 years, Janice Hehr, father Kenneth Hehr, mother Thelma Lee Hehr and sister Donna Jean Imes.
After serving in the US Navy as a machinist, Kenneth went on to own and manage Walton Tool Manufacturing in Ferndale, Washington. Kenneth was an inventor who held many patents but was best known for his design of the collapsable basketball hoop.
Kenneth was a kind-hearted man who never turned away a person in need. He will be deeply missed. Services were held Saturday, March 31st at Cornerstone Community Church, 5732 Olson Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that gifts be made in Kenneth’s name to the Lighthouse Mission, P.O. Box 548, Bellingham, WA. 98227.
Memorial Service
- Date & Time: March 31, 2018 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Cornerstone Church
- Location: 5232 Olson Road Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
3 responses to Kenneth Lee Hehr
Abby Kopp says:
March 23, 2018
My love is with all of you! Ken was such an amazing, loving man and he will be missed. Those we remember and keep close to our heart live forever.
Janet Loe says:
March 23, 2018
Sincere condolences to hear of Kenny’s passing. Met him at SWHS when he and Jack Madden were buddies. He was in our wedding 1960 where he met Janice whom I worked with in Seattle. Last saw him at a class reunion at the Bistodeau’s. Was glad to hear he had remarried. Taking time to reflect today. Hugs to everyone.
Anne Hill says:
March 23, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family for your loss. May the “…Father of tender mercies and God of all comfort…” be with you during this time of sadness. (John 5:28-29) (Psalm 37:10-11) (Revelation 21:3-4) (Psalm 83:18)