Kenneth F. "Ken" Budzinski, age 86, of Toledo, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2011 at home. He was born on June 13, 1925 to Stanley and Emma (Anderson) Budzinski in Toledo. Ken was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country proudly during WWII. He was employed with Libbey Owens Ford as a millwright for over 30 years before retiring. In their early years Ken and his wife June were professional roller skating performers. Ken was very handy, always building something. He loved nothing more than spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Ken will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, June Budzinski. Ken is survived by his loving son, Garey (Sally) Budzinski; grandchildren, Aaron (Tram Anh), Alicia and Ashley Budzinski; and great-granddaughter, Sady.
The family will receive guests on Wednesday from 3 – 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Rd., Toledo (419-473-0300). Funeral Services will begin Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Entombment will follow in Toledo Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make monetary donations are asked to consider the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.