Kenneth Marvin Flaming, 72, of Winfield, Kansas passed away Wednesday morning, January 14, 2015 at his home.
Born June 20, 1942 in Enid, Oklahoma, he was the son of Marvin William and Daphine (Smith) Flaming. Kenneth was raised and educated in Oklahoma, attending Oklahoma University. He joined the United States Army and served 3 years in the Special Forces during Vietnam. He was honorably discharged on July 19, 1965.
Kenneth worked a variety of jobs, from being manager of taverns, owning a liquor store, to driving big trucks across country, and others.
He enjoyed playing football, racing cars, and bowling.
His family includes:
His aunt: Ava Jones of Menlo Park, CA;
His brother: Mark Flaming of Louisville, KY;
His uncle: Kenneth Flaming and wife, Edith of Stillwater, OK; and
His step-mother: Winnie Flaming of Olathe, CO.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his mother and father.
Memorial services will be held at the Kansas Veteran's Cemetery at a later date. Miles Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.