Kenneth E. Combs

Kenneth E. Combs, 95, son, father and brother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 4,2023, at his residence in Wenatchee. He was born Kenneth Elmer Combs on September 25, 1928, in Izard County, Arkansas to parents Clarence and Arsie Combs. Kenneth moved to Oklahoma in 1936 with his family and to Arkansas in 1939. In 1942 Kenneth moved with his family back to Oklahoma. He then moved with his family to Wenatchee in 1947. Kenneth went to work at the C&O Nursery. Kenneth married Joy Robins on November 10, 1948 in Waterville, Washington. Kenneth entered the Army in 1953 and served two years getting out in 1955 and returned Wenatchee. During his military service at Fort Lewis in Tacoma, Washington his son Dennis Combs was born on January 6, 1955. Upon returning to Wenatchee, Kenneth went back to work at the C&O Nursery where he worked until retirement in 1992 as Assistant Supernatant. During this period Kenneth and Joy moved from Walker Street to Alderwood Street in Wenatchee where they built a new home. Kenneth enjoyed raising tomatoes and petunias. You would often see him outside working in his garden with his constant companion Kitter the cat. They would sit on their bench and watch the traffic go by and greet the many neighbors that would stop by. Dad also enjoyed visiting with family and friends and fishing. Family picnics and country music were also his favorites. Kenneth is survived by son: Dennis R. Combs (Lynn) of Wenatchee, Washington. Step grand daughter Catrina and Jacob of Florida and three step great grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his dear wife, Joy; his parents Clarence and Arsie Combs, his sisters Tini and Helen and Step Grandson Jason Nelson. The family would like to thank Linda and Mike Mckee, Cathie Cates and neighbors May and Chris Tussey. Ken and his family would also like to thank Donella McCormic from Always Caring and the Hospice nurses for all their great care. Friend and family may visit Jones & Jones – Betts Funeral Home, Tuesday, October 10th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Kenny’s life will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 11th at 11:00 AM at Jones & Jones – Betts Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Wenatchee City Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to Central Washington Hospice. https://confluencehealthfoundation.org/our-impact/donate-online/

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Kenneth E. Combs

September 25, 1928 - October 4, 2023