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Kenneth Sankey Obituary

Sankey, Kenneth John Born September 2, 1946 in Chicago, IL passed away on December 8, 2013 in Phoenix, AZ. He is survived by his wife, Flora Cezar Sankey; brother, Rick of California; son, Niles of Seattle, WA; daughter, Erin of Chicago, IL; grandson, Adam of Chicago. IL. He leaves many other family and friends to mourn his loss. He served his country in the armed services and was awarded the National Defense Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Purple Heart Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Good Conduct Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Air Medal. Let us celebrate his life with a visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 14th at Messinger Pinnacle Peak Mortuary, 8555 Pinnacle Peak Rd, Scottsdale, AZ. A funeral mass will also be held on December 14th at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church, located at 36811 N. Pima Rd., Carefree, AZ. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 13, 2013.

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Hillary Mraz

December 19, 2013

Thinking of you Flora during this, and remembering all our travels and fun times with you and Kenny. We love you and hope to see you soon. Hillary and Ashley Mraz

Penny West Eckhardt

December 16, 2013

To Flora & Ken's family I send my condolences. Ken will live on in all our hearts.

Roe and Sheryl Goddard

December 15, 2013

Flora, We are so saddened by this news of Ken. Blessings and safe travels to you during your trips to Chicago and the Phillipines. Our thoughts are with you and his family.

Jim Stola

December 14, 2013

Never known to say anything bad about anyone. Always saw the reason for other's actions that were not the norm. Accepting, calm, didn't ever get angry - tried to figure out a solution that would be a win win situation. He had a good life and did so much. He will be missed and will always remain a memory that brings a smile to my face.

Marilyn Edwards

December 13, 2013

December 13, 2013
To the family, please accept my condolences for your loss. May you all draw close to God during this difficult time. James 4:8

Jana & family

December 13, 2013

Dear Flora and Ken's family!
Our deepest condolences to you all. We are thinking about you; please stay strong in this difficult time! God Bless you!

Joe Mraz

December 13, 2013

God bless you Flora, I will always have you in my prayers and will always cherish the memories of Kenny I will miss him deeply.

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Memorial Events
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Dec

14

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Messinger Mortuaries-Pinnacle Peak Mortuary

8555 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Dec

14

Funeral Mass

2:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church

36811 N Pima Rd, Carefree, AZ

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Messinger Mortuaries-Pinnacle Peak Mortuary

8555 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

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