BURLESON — Kenneth D. Rash, 58, passed away Friday, Sept. 27, 2013 Funeral: 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at Mayfield Kiser Funeral Home. Visitation: 6 to 8 P.M. Tuesday, October 1, 2013 also at the funeral home. Burial: Burleson Memorial Park. Kenneth D. Rash was born on December 3rd, 1954, @ Harris Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. He left this physical world on Friday, September 27th, 2013, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was employed by Klein Tools in Mansfield, Texas. Kenn grew up and lived most of his life in Arlington, Texas, graduating from Lamar High School. After high school, Kenn followed his dream and became a cowboy, rodeoing by roping and riding bulls for Tarleton State University on scholarship. He was forced to give this dream up after one of many injuries suffered from a bull’s horn. He was still a cowboy at heart, Kenn was the Sports Director of the Arlington YMCA for several years. He had coached all of his sons, Kody and Kasey’s, pee wee football, soccer, baseball, and basketball teams and knew he would be a great fit for the job. He enjoyed being around kids of all ages. He had a connection that most don’t. I think it was his openness to be himself and his love of family. He loved being a part of the racing community. Kenn was an avid bird watcher and hunter of deer, turkey and wild hog, and in fact provided his family with most of the meat during the year. Time spent hunting meant quality time to spend with his Uncle Butch, his sons, and close friends. He couldn’t wait for the season to start. Kenn was a big football fan and needed his Friday Night Lights fix whenever he could get it. Most will remember him at Kasey’s high school games with “that Big Cowbell” that he used to ring. Actually, it had quite a big gong sound. That’s how big it was. Once Kasey’s high school football career ended, Kenn found solace in watching his nephews Keith and Shawn play peewee through high school. He was present at almost every single game. He was a fan mostly of his sons. He loved them more than life itself and was so proud he would almost burst at the seams talking about them. Kenn was someone who could make you smile even though you were having one of the worst days of your life. He an easiness about him that made everyone else feel at ease as well. Kenn loved to dance and in fact this is how he met his wife, Teri. Together, she was his Queen and he was her King. I’m not sure what took God so long to put them together, but when he did, it was meant to be. Blended families were not easy, but they somehow weathered the storm and were finally starting to settle into becoming grandparents. Survivors include his wife, Teri; sons, Kody and Kasey Rash; parents, Lawrence and Laverne Rash; step-daughters, Amanda and Katie Otten; sister, Cindy Rash; nephew, Cole Rash, and numerous extended family and friends.
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Kody and Kasey, our love to you guys on the loss of dad. We remember you well at Meadowbrook Chapel. Greg & Kari & family.
Kody and Kasey, our love to you guys on the loss of dad. We remember you well at Meadowbrook Chapel. Greg & Kari & family.
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Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss.
Our prayers are with you Teri.. Love You Your Cousin. Lori and Mule
Our prayers are with you Teri.. Love You Your Cousin. Lori and Mule
Teri,
Kenn was a great man and we are so sorry to hear of his death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless!
Teri,
Kenn was a great man and we are so sorry to hear of his death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless!
Please accept my condolences at the loss of your husband and father. My prayers for the family to find peace and understanding.
Please accept my condolences at the loss of your husband and father. My prayers for the family to find peace and understanding.
Kenn was a very special nephew in our family.Departing 6mos.and 3wks. after hunting buddy and uncle Butch Smith. I have missed one so much, now another one to miss.Teri, Cody, Casey I love you and I really do understand what you are going thru.God’s special grace and our prayers to all. Love all very much, Aunt Betty
Kenn was a very special nephew in our family.Departing 6mos.and 3wks. after hunting buddy and uncle Butch Smith. I have missed one so much, now another one to miss.Teri, Cody, Casey I love you and I really do understand what you are going thru.God’s special grace and our prayers to all. Love all very much, Aunt Betty
Cindy,
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time… Holding you close in my heart and prayers.
Cindy,
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time… Holding you close in my heart and prayers.
Kenn is my cousin. I looked up to him when we were kids. I admired him as we became older. Everytime I was around him he was good to me and fun to be with. I’m still numb from his sudden death. On the movie “Lonesome Dove” Captain Augustus McCrae is dying and says to Captain Woodrow F. Call, “I’ve walked this earth my whole life with my pride you see, (pride being what he stood for) now if that’s lost, the rest would be lost with it.” What Kenn stood for in his heart, as a part of my family, will not be lost. My message to his family is found in John 8:51, “I tell you the truth, if anyone keeps My Word, he will never see death.” And in Psalm 49:15, “God will redeem my life from the grave; He will surely take me to Himself.” I hope these thoughts and words give some peace and inspiration. I know I will see Kenn again someday. I hope and pray everyone reading this will also. May God bless his family at this time.
Kenn is my cousin. I looked up to him when we were kids. I admired him as we became older. Everytime I was around him he was good to me and fun to be with. I’m still numb from his sudden death. On the movie “Lonesome Dove” Captain Augustus McCrae is dying and says to Captain Woodrow F. Call, “I’ve walked this earth my whole life with my pride you see, (pride being what he stood for) now if that’s lost, the rest would be lost with it.” What Kenn stood for in his heart, as a part of my family, will not be lost. My message to his family is found in John 8:51, “I tell you the truth, if anyone keeps My Word, he will never see death.” And in Psalm 49:15, “God will redeem my life from the grave; He will surely take me to Himself.” I hope these thoughts and words give some peace and inspiration. I know I will see Kenn again someday. I hope and pray everyone reading this will also. May God bless his family at this time.
Teri,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Chuck & Tessie
Teri,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Chuck & Tessie
Kenn Rash was the type of patient that made everyone in our office smile. We will miss him and we offer our deepest sympathies to his wife, his children and his entire family. God rest your soul and bring peace to your loved ones.
Kenn Rash was the type of patient that made everyone in our office smile. We will miss him and we offer our deepest sympathies to his wife, his children and his entire family. God rest your soul and bring peace to your loved ones.
Just watched the video. It was beautiful! Sweet pictures of Ken. I know he is deeply missed. Teri please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Barb and Cliff Sullivan
Just watched the video. It was beautiful! Sweet pictures of Ken. I know he is deeply missed. Teri please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Barb and Cliff Sullivan
Teri, We just watched the video, it was beautiful! Sweet pictures! Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Barb and Cliff Sullivan
Teri, We just watched the video, it was beautiful! Sweet pictures! Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Barb and Cliff Sullivan
Ken was a special coach for my son’s, Cullen and John, and was so sweet to them when they lost their Dad years ago. Kody and Kacey, I think of you both often, and I’m so sorry for your loss.
Ken was a special coach for my son’s, Cullen and John, and was so sweet to them when they lost their Dad years ago. Kody and Kacey, I think of you both often, and I’m so sorry for your loss.
Dear Teri, Kody, Kasey, Lawrence, Laverne and the Rash Family,
I send my prayers to support your faith at this time of deep loss. Kenn brought happiness and smiles to our Lawrence Reunions. God will now care for him.
With love,
David Lawrence (cousin of Lawrence Doyle)
Dear Teri, Kody, Kasey, Lawrence, Laverne and the Rash Family,
I send my prayers to support your faith at this time of deep loss. Kenn brought happiness and smiles to our Lawrence Reunions. God will now care for him.
With love,
David Lawrence (cousin of Lawrence Doyle)
Kenny is a Great guy. He was always fun to work with at the Klein Tools in Mansfield where I first met him at the start of the project. He knew how to make you laugh . The day would just fly by . The first time going out to party country style at Cowboys is when I first met Teri. They were a match made in heaven! We had a blast! It is very tough to think he is not physically here with us . Kenny, we will always be thinking about you and your family. God Bless you and your family.
Kenny is a Great guy. He was always fun to work with at the Klein Tools in Mansfield where I first met him at the start of the project. He knew how to make you laugh . The day would just fly by . The first time going out to party country style at Cowboys is when I first met Teri. They were a match made in heaven! We had a blast! It is very tough to think he is not physically here with us . Kenny, we will always be thinking about you and your family. God Bless you and your family.
May God bring many happy memories to your mind to cherish at this time.
Know that we hold you all in our hearts and prayers.
some of our families great memories include those of the Eastside YMCA Big Green team, Kenn grilling up the “big dogs” and his love of telling stories.
May God’s peace rule in your hearts at this time.
Love,
Keith and Julie
Livingstone
May God bring many happy memories to your mind to cherish at this time.
Know that we hold you all in our hearts and prayers.
some of our families great memories include those of the Eastside YMCA Big Green team, Kenn grilling up the “big dogs” and his love of telling stories.
May God’s peace rule in your hearts at this time.
Love,
Keith and Julie
Livingstone
Teri, our hearts are broken for you and the whole family! Y’all are in our thoughts and prayers!
The Lehew Family
Teri, our hearts are broken for you and the whole family! Y’all are in our thoughts and prayers!
The Lehew Family
My deepest sympathies are extended to the family of Kenn Rash today as he is laid to rest. He was always a pleasure to visit with and hear his stories – hunting and otherwise. To Kody, Kasey, and Lawrence, Laverne, Cindy, Cole and Teri I am sorry from the bottom of my heart. I send you hugs, thoughts, prayers and love from Missouri. May you find some comfort in your memories and draw strength from the bravery he showed and the many prayers, thoughts, hugs and condolences that you receive today and in the days to follow. May God bless each and every one of you.
My deepest sympathies are extended to the family of Kenn Rash today as he is laid to rest. He was always a pleasure to visit with and hear his stories – hunting and otherwise. To Kody, Kasey, and Lawrence, Laverne, Cindy, Cole and Teri I am sorry from the bottom of my heart. I send you hugs, thoughts, prayers and love from Missouri. May you find some comfort in your memories and draw strength from the bravery he showed and the many prayers, thoughts, hugs and condolences that you receive today and in the days to follow. May God bless each and every one of you.