Ken was born in Ohio on September 19, 1952. He went to Kenston High School, and graduated in 1971. Ken then went to Kent State University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in administration in 1975. He would often tell family and friends that he attended the year after the shootings.
While married to Pamela, he had two children, Beau and Bree. Ken had his own accounting business for many years. In his spare time, Ken loved to travel. His favorite place to go was Clearwater Beach, Florida. Ken also enjoyed going to Daylight Donuts twice a week to meet up with friends.
Ken is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Dorothy Edic; and his brother, Gaylord (Lee). He is survived by his sisters, Suzanne and Dianne; and brothers, Barry and Brenton. He is also survived by his son, Beau; daughter, Bree; and four granddaughters, Shy, Paislee, Tenley, and Galilee.