Kenneth A. “Ken” Endsley, 82, of Laramie, died Thursday, February 14, 2019 at his home. He was born May 5, 1936 in Iola, Kansas to Aaron and Thelma (Taylor) Endsley.
After graduating from Natrona County High School, Ken attended Casper College. He then went on to receive his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming.
He married Karen D. King in Casper on August 29, 1959. Ken and Karen later moved to Connecticut, where he began working for Pratt and Whitney while attending night school at Rensselaer to receive his Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. After he received his degree he moved to Denver, CO and began working for Martin Marietta. Ken was proud to say while working there he helped with the Apollo Project and the Viking Project. He moved to Laramie in 1970, where he worked for the University of Wyoming in the Atmospheric Science Department. He retired after 30 years from the University of Wyoming.
Ken enjoyed rock climbing, hunting, and fishing in his younger days and golf after he retired. His most joyful moments were spending time with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Ken is survived by his wife of 60 years, Karen Endsley of Laramie; his children, Eric Endsley of Laramie, Mark Endsley (Mandy) of Laramie, and Britt Endsley of Laramie; his grandchildren, Brittany, Brandon, and Kyle Endsley; his brother, Ronald Endsley; and his sister, Janila Beach.
A memorial service will be held 10:30 Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home with the Reverend Rhett Ivey, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Laramie and/or to the Meredith and Jeannie Ray Cancer Center.
Ken Thank you for all the talks over time. You hold a special place in my heart. Ken visited me daily while I was flat on my back in the hospital to encourage me and just talk. Thanks for all the thoughtful and encouraging conversations. I will always cherish the comments and one liners. "Beaning scared is not going to save you", always made me smile. Rest in peace my friend
I was so glad that Dave’s brother send Ken’s obituary to me. I send a contribution to hospice. Please know Karen that you will be in my prayers. It’s a hard time for you and your family. But as they say in my church. He is in a far better place. I wish you peace in the future. Karen Sturdevant
Ken was a very good friend and I'll miss him. We had many great golf excursions that I'll always remember. The golf was good but the conversations in the car were even better, he was somewhat of a father figure to me and his advice was valuable, he never imposed it, but threw it out there for me to take or leave. He was a man of conviction, but also tolerant and compassionate, I think that's why I liked him so much. He was a straight shooter in life and golf, I'll miss you buddy.