Kenneth Ward Gibson Jr. was born January 16, 1952 in Oklahoma City, Ok to Kenneth Ward Sr. and Fannie Lou (Riddle) Gibson. He passed away April 26,2019 in Aurora, Co at the age of 67.

Kenneth graduated from Northwest Classen HS in OKC and went on to attend Oklahoma State University. He received a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and later attended Rice University. Ken worked as a project manager/Sr. project manager for over 40 yrs.

He especially enjoyed the challenge of large, complicated projects (many of which were healthcare -i.e.-hospitals). Kenneth was a Mason and Shriner. He loved spending time with friends, but most of all he loved family occasions. Kenneth enjoyed time with his grandchildren, especially watching his grandson Nate’s Speed Shooting Events. His downtime at home was spent relaxing with his wife Cheryl, their animals (Beau, Missy, Peanut, and Snickers) and watching action and western movies. Ken was also a great cook; in the kitchen and on the outdoor grill. His wife was spoiled. He also enjoyed traveling and Classic Rock Concerts.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his father-Kenneth W. Gibson Sr. and father-in-law-Charles S. Lincoln. He is survived by his mother-Fannie Gibson-OKC, wife-Cheryl-Denver, Co., son-Ken Gibson 3rd and wife Erika-Strasburg, Co, daughter-Rachelle Otis and husband Jeff-Tucson, Az., son-Daniel-Tucson, Az. and Grandchildren-Nathaniel, Haley and Ashley Gibson.

Funeral services will be Saturday, May 4, 2019, 10:30 AM at Pauls Funeral Home in Oberlin, Ks. followed by burial at the Oberlin Cemetery. There will be a Masonic Service at graveside. Visitation will be 1:00-8:00 PM Friday May 3, 2019 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kenneth Gibson Jr. Memorial Fund. Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com