Birth date: Jun 7, 1935 Death date: Jun 24, 2013
Kenneth L. Colvin, a longtime resident of Waynesville, died on June 24, 2013 at the age of 78. He was born in Springfield, Ohio to parents John Victor and Eloise Colvin. He is survived by wife Nancy, sisters Anna Lee Hayden of Urb Read Obituary
Ken Colvin taught and helped my parents, Herb and Harriett McMillan (and my sister Linda)...for many many years. Especially my mother, Harriett McMillan. I don't know what she would have done without knowing she could come and receive council from him. Thanks also to Nancy for loving my them also. Peace to you Ken.
Janet McMillan Jones
We have been friends with Kenny and Nancy for 30 years. What a wonderful experience. We are blessed to be a part of the Agape 8 group, along with two other couples. In the early years of our friendship the 8 of us traveled together to United Methodist Church Conferences, Aldersgate United Methodist Church Renewal Conferences, and mini Christian retreats at each others' homes. These all added to our spiritual growth. Kenny was always a great teacher, along with the other three pastors in the group. We share unconditional Christian love and understanding with each other. We would agree with some others that Kenny is one of the godliest men we know. It has been a great privilege to know him and be close friends with him and Nancy. They have a wonderful loving and caring family. As Kenny would say, "God is good......all the time!"
With much love to Nancy and the family,
Dalton and Dolores Dean
I was as ornery as a kid could be but, Ken Colvin always had a smile and an encouraging word for me. Even when he might have thought I was a Democrat for voting for a Democrat Sheriff (the only Dem I ever voted for). I remember trying to convince him to vote for my candidate and he and Nancy just smiled and said "no thanks". I know now that, that is what a Godly man does. The last time I talked with Ken, his granddaughters and my daughter were sharing their God given talents with their community. I was privileged to share with him that, I too, have given my life to the Lord and I am comforted to know that I shall see him again in our Heavenly Kingdom God has made for us. I look forward to playing some "C" Ball on that plush carpet with golden base paths and just maybe, this time I will be as good as him at playing softball... To know what a great man Ken was, I just look at his family. I'll not say goodbye but, I will say, see you later Mr. C... Love in Christ, "Spanky" Greg Smith
Ken meant so much to our family - we will miss him so much. He was a wonderful friend, co-worker and fellow Christian. He was our office hugger and we will miss his loving smile and his prayers. He is rejoicing with the Lord now and that is right where he belongs! Love and prayers to Nancy and his family.
Barney and Sharon Jergens
As expected, there is a common theme with all the comments about Ken Colvin. He was the Godliest man I know, he was a second father to me, he was always there for me, he helped me through some of my darkest days, he was full of God's love and shared that with me, he was my guiding light, etc. We all strive and hope to leave such a legacy but few will. Ken Colvin and wife Nancy are a rare breed on this earth. For those of us who were fortunate enough to know them and get close to them, we have been blessed!
Saturday will be a celebration if there ever was one. My Grandparents, Wayne and Helen Wills, were cut from the same fabric as Ken and Nancy and what a celebration it was for them. I would love to be there to hear all the stories that will be shared and those attending should be prepared for a long celebration. No words are adequate to capture Ken's life or love, but we will all give it our best shot.
My wife Tina and I were one of many couples that were privileged to call Ken and Nancy, Mom & Dad Colvin. I think that speaks volumes about their guiding and unconditional love, just like our biological parents. It is so easy to love this couple, this family. Thank you Dad Colvin for loving me, for allowing me to call you Dad, just like we call our heavenly Father.
You will be missed but your legacy and memories will live forever! Thank you for giving to the Lord! Thank you for giving so much of yourself to all of us! I love you!
Chris Wills
Nancy (and family), I am so sad to hear of Ken's passing. I join the chorus with the others here. Ken was such a good man and really had an impact on my life and my career. I learned so much from him when I worked for him at NCR. I have always admired him and how he lived his life, both professionally and personally. What a loss to this Earth, but what a blessing that we had the opportunity to have him be part of our lives. God Bless you all and peace and strength to you.
Steve Bennett
Ken Colvin was my youth leader at Waynesville United Methodist Church. His Godly example of his living testimony will forever be embroidered on my mind and in my heart. At a time in my life and others lives when we were the most vulnerable, Ken was the most influential. My love goes out to all of you in the family. No doubt in my mind, Ken heard the words of his Savior and mine, "Well done, my good and faithful servant!"
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Ken at NCR; I still remember his retirement party. I worked in the same building as Ken, and what I remember most is that I totally admired him as a person and especially his attitude towards life, the job-everything. I had a great deal of respect for Ken and wanted to let you know that he will be missed.
James Seybold, Centerville
