Kenneth Charles Colombo, age 79, of St. Louis, MO passed away and was welcomed home to Heaven on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Ken was born in St. Louis, MO on September 9, 1944 to Charles and Josephine Colombo.
Ken is survived by the love of his life, Joyce, his wife of 57 years; his loving children, Brian Colombo (Lisa) and Angi Hill (Donald); his treasured grandchildren, Bryce Colombo, Cody (Lauren) Hill, Breanna (Mark) Melville, Zach (Taylor) Hill, Bryant Colombo and Lauren Colombo; his treasured great granddaughter Aubrey Hill; a dear brother-in-law to Pat Colombo; and a loving cousin, uncle, and friend to so many others who were blessed to know him.
Ken was preceded in death by his father, Charles Colombo; mother, Josephine Colombo; and brother, Robert Colombo.
Ken graduated high school at CBC, graduated college at the University of Notre Dame and served his country as a Sargent in the US Airforce. Ken was an accountant most of his career and was bidding jobs for Colombo Construction when he retired. Ken was a soccer coach for 35+ years where he helped many of his players obtain scholarships to various colleges. He was a kind and loving friend to so many. Ken loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed anything involving his grandchildren, every sport known to man and loved taking photos, traveling and fishing.
Ken will be missed by so many but will never be forgotten.
A Celebration honoring Ken’s life will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023 at Kutis Affton (10151 Gravois Road, St. Louis, MO 63123) from 4:00pm – 8:00pm.
Ken and his family ask that in lieu of flowers a donation be made to Make-a-Wish Missouri-Kansas.
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To: Angi Hill (Donald)
I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss. Wishing you comfort during this difficult time, and may the many wonderful memories be with you forever.
Thank you so much! We appreciate you and the prayers!
So sorry for your loss. I will pray for peace and comfort for your family.
Bonnie Elrod
Thank you Bonnie!
Dear Colombo Family,
I was so sad to see Ken passed. He was such a wonderful person. I enjoyed our conversations when he used to call or come into the office. All of you are in my prayers.
Thank you Mary Ann! Thank you for the prayers!
Ken was such a joy to be with. I can still hear his laughter. So fortunate to have him for a cousin and friend. You are all in our prayers.
He enjoyed visiting with you guys! Thank you so much for the prayers!
Ken and Dad are having a good time now…talking soccer and reminiscing about old times coaching together. The Colombo family is in my prayers.
They sure are! No telling what those 2 are up to. Thank you for the prayers!
Angi & Donald: So sorry for your loss of your beloved Dad, Ken! Wishing you and the whole Colombo family God’s grace and comfort during this time. Prayers for all !
Thank you so much Bill! We truly appreciate the prayers and your kind words!
Thank you for the prayers and your kind words Bill!
Ken was a fantastic coach to our daughter Ashley. The whole team was a family and traveled with Ken and Joyce. We just loved him!!
Ken & Joyce sure had a wonderful soccer family! They always had a great time when you were all together!
To Brian and Angi,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am also sorry I found out too late to be there with you..
Ken will be missed by more than just myself.. He touched many hearts and created thousands of smiles wherever he went..!!
I count him as one of my best friends ..
There is a hole in every heart that met him.. He is the onlyOne that could fill it..
John G.
Joyce and family
Was thinking about Ken tonight with notre dame in the CFP. I looked him up and I’ was shocked to learn of his death. We have so many great memories of the coke hawks. I’m so saddened to learn of his death. I will let Beth know tonight