He was born on April 23, 1953 in Detroit, Michigan to Joan T. Wardo and the late Albert B. Wardo. He was proud to be the eldest son and brother of his family.
Ken was the lead alter boy at St. Valentines Parish in Redford. This led him into seminary school where he discovered investigating the tunnels was more of an interest than the priesthood. He had a natural curiosity and a constant thirst for knowledge.
Ken served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War receiving an honorable discharge. Afterward, he went on to obtain an associate degree in criminal law. He became a police officer serving the city of Detroit, and later created his own private investigation business which was his true passion.
On a whim, Ken traveled to Colorado with an uncle where he met the love of his life, his bride, Taffy Fody. Together they built a solid foundation in faith and love. Ken and Taffy loved to travel and were especially fond of exploring the wilderness of the west. They enjoyed spending time in the mountains on Elmer’s horse ranch horseback riding, camping, and making memories with family. Ken had a passion for firearms and shooting which he enjoyed sharing with friends and family.
Ken never met a stranger and spread kindness to everyone he encountered. He found joy in playing with his numerous nephews and nieces and enjoyed the friendship of his brother and sister in-laws. He valued respect, integrity, and honesty. His word was his bond. Ken was generous and witty, and he appreciated a well-developed prank. He truly loved deep conversation.
Ken’s best blessing was the birth of his daughter, Nicole. She is such a bright light, and he was the proudest father. He was a very present and devoted husband and father. He was grateful God gave him a son to walk with Nicole. He was incredibly honored to be a grandpa.
He is preceded in death by his father, Albert. Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Therese; his daughter, Nicole Wardo and son in-law Chris Thompson; his grandson, Marshall Wardo; his mother, Joan Wardo of MI; sister, Suzanne Perdue of MI; brother, Larry Wardo of MI; sister in-law, Mary Elaine Monge of MI and Peggie (Scott) Hoyer of CO; brother in-law, Paul Fody of CO and Joe Fody of WY; as well as many nieces and nephews, and close family friends.
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