Apparatus Operator, RM-B
Deceased:
September 18, 2019
Appointed:
06/28/1969
Pensioned:
04/30/2007 – RM-B
Details about the memorial service
Donations:
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, PLEASE SEND DONATIONS TO:
Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund
PO BOX 41903
Los Angeles, CA 90041
Dennis Gildehaus says
RIP KEN, May God BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MOUSE
Don Gross says
Mr. Skull, !! ……… my man ! ….
Great days @ 88s, back in the 80’s .:)
see ya down the road ” SKULL” … grumpy gross …
Steve Schrobsdorf says
I worked with Ken at RM for 1 year. He enjoyed the outdoors and was always willing to help teach me something new. Thanks for the memories. RIP Steve
Al Barrios says
I first met Kenny officially when I was assigned to Rescue Maintenance. He was one of the list characters assigned there. All the guys assigned there took their jobs seriously. That being said, they all shared in their own opinion in how to improve the overall operations of Rescue Maintenance. Sometimes things would get a little heated. I would have to don my referee shirt and try and keep the conversations constructive. I notice when Kenny was on a roll, his face would turn red and his eyes would bulge out of his face and then the yelling would start! Nak called it “B-L-E-V-A-N-O-F-F”. Kenny was very proud of being part of the LAFD. Part of his personality was to raise his voice. You couldn’t make it personal. He was passionate to make things better for everyone. I am happy to report the last few years of Kenny’s life was calm as an early morning lake. He fought a courageous battle and never complained. During my visits with him, he always had a positive attitude of getting better and getting back on the shooting range. Rest in Peace my friend and shoot straight!
Mark Gamrat says
RIP Kenny. You were always so kind to me. You always made me laugh. My father enjoyed his time with you and I know he wished he had spent more time with you in the “later” years. My blessings to all his family.
Dave Murray says
I worked with Kenny in the mid 70’s at FS9. He had a hearty laugh and enjoyed his job. It was a pleasure seeing Ken’s name on the F11 cause you knew it was gonna be a fun shift. Rest peacefully Kenny. Thanks for the great memories.
Rick Erquiaga says
I worked at 88’s as a Rookie on the opposite shift but worked around him often. Mr Skull had a hard bitten exterior but if you showed You wanted to work and learn, Kenny was a fun loving Teddy Bear on the inside. Ken always had a quick wit and ready smile sometimes preceded with a Growl but always betrayed by the gleam in his eye. I learned much from Kenny.
Rest Well, Mr Skull
Rick Erquiaga
Daany Flores says
I had some fun times at 88’s in the early 80’s working with Kenny… He made me laugh working in a station that was filled with the Division house chaos… great memories with a great man… aloha Kenny
Phillip J. Weireter says
…Kenny was B/C Bill Collins “Chief Officers Drive Aide” @ Batt.11 when I was @ HDTF 11, in 1978, spent some time off duty shooting & then worked on the Heavy “U” @ 88’s together…as we get older & lose touch with those we worked & lived with @ the FS, we keep the memories of those who taught us, made us laugh & how important it was for the Brotherhood of Firemen…see you at the range Kenny,
PW
Joanne Cameron says
One of the best Fireman that I had he opportunity to work with. Kenny was always encouraging and wanted you to
be your best self. More fun and hard work always happened at 88’s back in the day. Kenny your laugh and your kindness always made for a great day. Thank you for all your encouragement. Thank you for the honor to work with you. See you on down the road my friend. 🙂
don gross says
send me your e-address Joanne !!!
dec. 15th..2019 ……. …….:)