Kennard Filbert Obituary (1932

Kennard A. Filbert, 80, of Gig Harbor, passed peacefully on Janurary 10, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. Ken was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, September 14, 1932 to Jack and Moselle Filbert. He married the love of his life, Donna Marie, on February 22nd, 1952 and spent the last 60 years of his life completely devoting himself to her. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Ken had a long career in the telephone and communications industry, starting at West Coast Telephone in Kirkland as a telephone lineman and cable splicer. His work brought him to Gig Harbor in 1969, when he was awarded a position at US Telecom as an Engineer. He retired in 1994 from Sprint. After retirement Ken and his wife Donna spent years traveling, enjoying the winters in Yuma, Arizona. It was in retirement that Ken was able to devote much time to his passionate interests, which included golfing, dancing, playing cards and spending time with his family, immediate and extended. Finally settling back in Gig Harbor, Ken spent his last years enjoying the company of his many grandchildren and loved babysitting his great grandchildren. He leaves behind his "loved one" wife Donna, daughter Julie King (Mark), son Brad Filbert, daughter Vickie Braaten (Dean) and son Leland Filbert (Celeste) of Tucson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Moselle and brothers, Keith and Jackie. He had 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday, January 19th at 2:00 pm at Haven of Rest, Gig Harbor. Remembrances can be made to Franciscan Hospice. Special thanks to Rachel at Franciscan Hospice for her loving care of Dad. We will miss him dearly!