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Kenneth L. Luse

July 1, 1930 - April 11, 2011

Kenneth L. Luse, 80, a lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away in the company of his family following an extended illness on Monday, April 11, 2011 at 12:25 p.m. Ken resided with his loving wife Mary of 61 years, on Redbud Drive.
Ken had many friends and was a regular at the McDonald’s morning coffee club. Ken’s comic nature never knew a stranger as he sought humor in everyday life. Most importantly he was a devoted Christian and family man who was “always there” for them and the needs of others.
He was born the son of Ernest LeRoy and Julia Ann (Sorters) Luse on July 1, 1930 in Plymouth. He received his education in Plymouth schools.
In 1947 he began a courtship with Mary Ann Miller of Plymouth and the two were married on June 11th of 1949 in the Argos Methodist Church. Together they would attend Plymouth Wesleyan Church of over 50 years.
As a patriot, he served his country in the National Guard from 1948 – 1950 and was proud to have had three grandsons also serve in the military two of which served in Iraq. Ken worked 42 years driving truck for Drummy Cartage of South Bend, Plymouth Homes, Hawaiian Punch and Young Door also of Plymouth. He was a Teamsters Retiree since 1994.
In 1989 his love of the road and appreciation for old trucks and tractors led him to membership in Hoosiers Old Wheels where he could share his restored award winning 1964 Blue Econoline Ford truck often taking part in the Marshall County Blueberry Festival.
Surviving with his wife Mary are their three children; Carol Lynette (Neal) Blair of Indio, California, Ruth Elaine (Gale) Paschke of Springfield, Tennessee and Robert Eugene (Paula) Luse of Surprise, Arizona. Seven grandchildren include: Bart Paschke, Becky Candies
Todd Blair, Brad Blair, Wendy Wolfe, Eric Luse and Chad Luse along with 11 great grandchildren: Chase Daniels, Emma Blair, August Blair, Madysen Blair, Kenneth Blair, Jackson Blair, Austin Wolfe, Brenna Wolfe, Clayton Wolfe, Emily Luse and Walker Luse.
Ken and Mary have been great supporters of their grandchildren’s many activities in the Oregon-Davis School System.
Two sisters; Jean Michalski and Patricia Sporner of Plymouth and a brother; Wayne (Viola) Luse of Monon, Indiana also survive with numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters; Della Drake and Agnes Dixon and a brother; Dale Luse.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 15, 2011 from 3 – 8 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16th in the Plymouth Wesleyan Church, 11203 S. Michigan Road, Plymouth where visitation will continue after 10 a.m. Revs. Ed Friberg and John Branch will officiate.
Burial with Military Honors provided by members of Plymouth American Legion Post 27, VFW and D.A.V. will follow in the New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial gifts may be given to the Plymouth Wesleyan Church or Center for Hospice Care, 112 S. Center Street, Plymouth, Indiana 46563

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  1. Ruth Ann Clemons says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    Dear Mary and Family,
    I am so sorry and heartbroken to hear of Kenny\’s passing, he sure put up a courageous battle. He will be missed by all. Please know you are in my heart and prayers. With great love, Ruth Ann

    Reply
  2. Patsy Apple @ GBOD says

    April 12, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    Ruth: Please know that all of our love and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God cradle each of you in His loving arms and give you the peace and strenght you need to see this through. Have safe travels as you all go to your separate homes later this week.

    Reply
  3. Nancy Ames says

    April 12, 2011 at 1:35 pm

    Dear Mary Ann & family,
    So sorry to hear of Kenny\’s passing. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. You\’re in our family\’s prayers.

    Kevin & Nancy ( McHargue) Ames

    Reply
  4. Sandy Jackson says

    April 12, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    Dear Ruth and Family, May God\’s presence be very real during this time; bringing you comfort and peace.
    blessings,
    Sandy Jackson
    GBOD

    Reply
  5. Vickie Culp Plazarin says

    April 14, 2011 at 10:48 am

    Mary Ann and family, I was so sorry to hear about Ken\’s passing. I always remember visiting with you and how very nice he and your family were to us. My payers are with you. Vickie (Culp) Plazarin

    Reply
  6. David Weigle says

    April 14, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    Dear Mary and family
    Am so sorry for your loss. I will have you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

    David Weigle

    Reply
  7. Britanny says

    April 14, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    I was reading the paper and found this out. Ya\’ll may not remember me but I was engaged to Chad. I just want to say how sorry I am and that my prayers are with the family. If i could turn back time, I would have spent more time with everyone. He was one of the nicest men I\’ve ever met and he will be missed. Stay strong and God Bless.

    Reply
  8. Bernece Pomeroy says

    April 14, 2011 at 5:26 pm

    I am sorry for your loss Mary Ann and family. I remember seeing the two of you at many of Carl and Pat\’s outings in better times. you had a lot of years together. You have been lucky . However i know you will miss him and I have you in my prayers. Sincerely Bernece Pomeroy–Carl\’s sister

    Reply
  9. Stephanie Boomershine says

    April 15, 2011 at 10:14 am

    Our condolences to the Luse family.

    With Deepest Sympathy
    Mr. & Mrs. Brett Boomershine

    Reply
  10. Cecelia Wilson says

    April 15, 2011 at 10:16 am

    \”My thoughts and prayers are with the Luse Family in their time of grief. At times like these, drawing close to God in prayer is what will \”sustain you.\” (Psalm 55:22) I hope this will bring the family a measure of comfort.

    Reply
  11. Jeff Rice says

    April 15, 2011 at 11:26 am

    Kenny was so much fun. Loved him driving for us at Oliver Ford he always made us laugh. We will miss him

    Reply
  12. R DeVon and Herta Thomas says

    April 15, 2011 at 4:34 pm

    Sorry that we were not able to attend the viewing on Friday. In this time of sorrow we would like for you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and you grief is shared by both of us. With sympathy.
    Herta and Devon Thomas

    Reply
  13. Glenn Dunfee says

    April 15, 2011 at 5:52 pm

    Bob I was so sorry to hear of your dad\’s passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. We pray that God will comfort you all at this time.

    Reply
  14. Sandi Wilson says

    April 15, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    Each and every one of you are in my thoughts and prayers!

    Sandi (Luse) Wilson

    Reply
  15. Ruth Ann Clemons says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    Dear Mary and Family,
    I am so sorry and heartbroken to hear of Kenny\’s passing, he sure put up a courageous battle. He will be missed by all. Please know you are in my heart and prayers. With great love, Ruth Ann

    Reply
  16. Patsy Apple @ GBOD says

    April 12, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    Ruth: Please know that all of our love and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God cradle each of you in His loving arms and give you the peace and strenght you need to see this through. Have safe travels as you all go to your separate homes later this week.

    Reply
  17. Nancy Ames says

    April 12, 2011 at 1:35 pm

    Dear Mary Ann & family,
    So sorry to hear of Kenny\’s passing. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. You\’re in our family\’s prayers.

    Kevin & Nancy ( McHargue) Ames

    Reply
  18. Sandy Jackson says

    April 12, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    Dear Ruth and Family, May God\’s presence be very real during this time; bringing you comfort and peace.
    blessings,
    Sandy Jackson
    GBOD

    Reply
  19. Vickie Culp Plazarin says

    April 14, 2011 at 10:48 am

    Mary Ann and family, I was so sorry to hear about Ken\’s passing. I always remember visiting with you and how very nice he and your family were to us. My payers are with you. Vickie (Culp) Plazarin

    Reply
  20. David Weigle says

    April 14, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    Dear Mary and family
    Am so sorry for your loss. I will have you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

    David Weigle

    Reply
  21. Britanny says

    April 14, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    I was reading the paper and found this out. Ya\’ll may not remember me but I was engaged to Chad. I just want to say how sorry I am and that my prayers are with the family. If i could turn back time, I would have spent more time with everyone. He was one of the nicest men I\’ve ever met and he will be missed. Stay strong and God Bless.

    Reply
  22. Bernece Pomeroy says

    April 14, 2011 at 5:26 pm

    I am sorry for your loss Mary Ann and family. I remember seeing the two of you at many of Carl and Pat\’s outings in better times. you had a lot of years together. You have been lucky . However i know you will miss him and I have you in my prayers. Sincerely Bernece Pomeroy–Carl\’s sister

    Reply
  23. Stephanie Boomershine says

    April 15, 2011 at 10:14 am

    Our condolences to the Luse family.

    With Deepest Sympathy
    Mr. & Mrs. Brett Boomershine

    Reply
  24. Cecelia Wilson says

    April 15, 2011 at 10:16 am

    \”My thoughts and prayers are with the Luse Family in their time of grief. At times like these, drawing close to God in prayer is what will \”sustain you.\” (Psalm 55:22) I hope this will bring the family a measure of comfort.

    Reply
  25. Jeff Rice says

    April 15, 2011 at 11:26 am

    Kenny was so much fun. Loved him driving for us at Oliver Ford he always made us laugh. We will miss him

    Reply
  26. R DeVon and Herta Thomas says

    April 15, 2011 at 4:34 pm

    Sorry that we were not able to attend the viewing on Friday. In this time of sorrow we would like for you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and you grief is shared by both of us. With sympathy.
    Herta and Devon Thomas

    Reply
  27. Glenn Dunfee says

    April 15, 2011 at 5:52 pm

    Bob I was so sorry to hear of your dad\’s passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. We pray that God will comfort you all at this time.

    Reply
  28. Sandi Wilson says

    April 15, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    Each and every one of you are in my thoughts and prayers!

    Sandi (Luse) Wilson

    Reply

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