Kenneth A. Beaudoin

Resided in Escanaba, MI
Died June 28, 2012

Escanaba, MI
Kenneth A. Beaudoin, age 82, of 1617 South 16th Street, Escanaba, passed away Thursday afternoon June 28, 2012 at the St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness.

Ken was born February 9, 1930 in Escanaba the son of Amede Joseph and Marie (LaPointe) Beaudoin. He was raised in Escanaba where he attended St. Anne Catholic Grade School and graduated from the Escanaba High School in 1947. Following graduation, Ken attended the Cloverland Business School in Escanaba.

Ken served his country in the U.S. Navy and Reserves from 1947-1951. In 1951, during the Korean Conflict, Ken joined the U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea until 1953. Following his Honorable Discharge, he was awarded the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal with 3 Bronze Service Medals, and the United Nations Service Medal.

He returned to Escanaba and was employment at the Red Owl Store Grocery. Ken married the former Joyce L. LeRoux at All Saints Church in Gladstone on August 6, 1955. They made their home in Escanaba where they raised their four children. Ken was employed with the U.S. Postal Service from 1962 until his retirement in 1992.

Ken was a very active member of the St. Anne

17 Tributes for “Kenneth A. Beaudoin”

    Joyce and Family, I was so shocked and sorry to read in the Daily Press of Kenny’s passing. You have my deepest condolences. I love you all and I will always treasure our friendships and the time spent together. “St. Kenneth” is now really in the arms of God and for that I am joyful. I could go on and on, but I’m crying as I write this and I think you all know how much I loved Kenny. My deepest sympathy and you will be in my thoughts and prayers! Love, Lee Ann

    Joyce and family- so saddened by Ken’s passing. I have so many fond memories of all of us growing up. Maybe Ken and Bummy and Doug are catching up on whats been going on, having a manhatten and playing a game of smear or Kenneth says.

    Bruce and I were so sorry to hear about Ken. I have fond memories of being “back yard” neighbors. My parents thought the world of Ken and he will always have a special spot in my heart for being a pall bearer when my dad died. (Who incidentally also died on June 28, but in 1996) Thoughts and prayers are with your family.

    Beth and family,I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. You are all in my thoughts & prayer at this difficult time.
    Cathy ( Hurkmans) Tolman

    What great memories we have of spending time with Kenny at the camp over the years. His charasmatic personality and wit always made him the life of the party. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences go out to the entire Beaudoin famlily during this difficult time. May god bless Kenny and rest in peace.

    I am so sorry for your loss! I loved your Dad, he was always such a happy man. He always made me feel welcome. I will miss his wobderful smile. I know he has joined my Dad and all the guys in their old poker game in the sky.

    Aunt Joyce and Family, While distance always seperated us, KB was like a second father not just an uncle, his smile and sense of humor will always be in our hearts and we will have such wonderful memories of all the time spent with him and family, God truly has taken one of the good ones, our love and prayers are with all of you.

    Dear Beth, Anna, and family I extend my sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Your father (grandfather) was a very special man. He will be missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    My prayers are with all of you. Ken made me laugh whenever I saw him. He is missed but he has giving me great memories. Peace be with you.

    Dale & I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you Joyce and all your family in the loss of your loved one Ken. We wish we could be with you today but since we don’t live in Esky anymore it’s bit more difficult. We always loved getting the chance whenever we would see you both to get to chat some about what was going on in our lives. Please know we are there in spirit today and keep you in our thoughts & prayers!!!

    I am so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. I have many fond memories of his smile, jokes and kind heart. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

    What great memories we have of spending time with Kenny at the camp over the years. His charasmatic personality and wit always made him the life of the party. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences go out to the entire Beaudoin famlily during this difficult time. May god bless Kenny and rest in peace.

    Aunt Joyce and Family, While distance always seperated us, KB was like a second father not just an uncle, his smile and sense of humor will always be in our hearts and we will have such wonderful memories of all the time spent with him and family, God truly has taken one of the good ones, our love and prayers are with all of you.

    Dale & I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you Joyce and all your family in the loss of your loved one Ken. We wish we could be with you today but since we don’t live in Esky anymore it’s bit more difficult. We always loved getting the chance whenever we would see you both to get to chat some about what was going on in our lives. Please know we are there in spirit today and keep you in our thoughts & prayers!!!

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