Kenneth Eugene Long, Sr., 73, a Northland resident of Kansas City, MO passed away March 10, 2018, at his home. He was born January 26, 1945 in Colorado Springs, CO.
Ken graduated high school in Elwood, KS and spent the majority of his working career for Sutherland Lumber Company, where he retired in August of 2004. Ken enjoyed spending time with his family, tinkering around the house, fishing and watching baseball. He always seemed to find the good and a little humor in everything. He will be dearly missed.
He married Katherine “Kay” Kent on July 30, 1965 in Elwood, KS. In addition to Kay, survivors include a daughter, Kristen Thompson and husband, Michael of Kansas City, MO; two sons, Kenneth E. Long, Jr. of Centennial, CO and Kevin M. Long and wife, Kirsten of Raymore, MO; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin F. and Sarah Marie (Long) Rapp; infant twin sons, Korey and Kerby; and a brother, Larry Rapp.
A graveside service and burial will be held at the Hoyt Cemetery, near Vassar, KS. Family and friends will gather to celebrate and honor Ken’s life at 1:00 p.m. March 25, 2018, at Pomona Lake. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association and may be left in care of the Meyers Northland Chapel, 401 Main St. Parkville, MO 64152. Memories of Ken and condolences may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
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Dear Kay and family, Dad and I were so sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. We love you very much and hold you in our hearts during this difficult time. I loved going to mom and dad’s and seeing Kenny and Gracie outside in the yard or both of you in your beautiful flower beds:) All my love, Lisa and Bill
We have so many great memories of our time together with Kenny, Kay and their three kids, we don’t even know where to start. Next door neighbors for over 15 years, tailgating at the “U”, bowling night, horse races in Evanston, pay per view fights, Super Bowl shuffles, Blackhawk trips (after we both moved to Colorado)…so, so many great times. He was without doubt one of the finest human beings God ever put on this planet and such is the reason God needed him to return much too early. Our heart breaks for Kay and the kids and we extend our most heartfelt sympathy.
Journey well Kenny.
May peace be with you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss
Kay and family I am so sorry to hear about Ken. He hired me when I was in high school (part time) and when l graduated was willing to give me a chance to go full time with Sutherlands (SLC). He was a big influence on me when I started out in the workforce and I remember him coming into work smiling and whistling. He was a great boss and a great person and I am blessed to have known him. I have some great and funny memories of him. I am sure he is looking down on your family with a grin on his face and whistling a toon. ❤️
We are so sorry for the loss of Ken. We pray that you will be comforted by your memories. God bless you all.
To Kay and all of your beautiful family: I am so sorry for your loss of Kenny. I remember him in high school as a really nice guy and that is was great that you “snagged” each other. I didn’t know Kenny very well other than the fact that he had a great personality and everyone liked him a lot. I was happy when you both got married and I knew that you would have a wonderful life together, even with the ups and downs. I understand how it feels to lose your partner of so many years because I my loss of Carey. My heart goes out to you, Kay, and please know that I am thinking of you and your family. Gracie Cook