Our Ken , close friend , cruising buddy.  We meet 16 years ago on our first cruise. What a great 16 years we had with all the cruises, jet boat rides, casino hopping and just great visits we had.  We sure miss you so much.  Tell we meet again....  we will always remember all the memories  and talks we all had together.  We love you Ken to the moon and back.   

I thank you Ken, for loving and caring for Mike the way you did. It has been my greatest privilege to have had you in our lives and the lives of our family. Mike said it all, you were our guide, mentor, and loving brother. We carry you in spirit and in our hearts forever! Love Irene 

54 years ago you befriended a sixteen year old kid. That began our friendship; that developed into something a lot more. The night you took me to your apartment for dinner to meet Barb, I knew you had it all. I idolized you from that day on. When Irene and I started to date, you and Barb were the first ones I introduced her too. When I asked her to marry me, again the two of you were the first to know. That’s family, not just friendship. You and Barb became part of both our families. They loved you as one of theirs. 
Our friendship became something very unique. We would spend long hours together at the In-N-Out. I would hang out at the body shop, and working long hours side by side at Standard Inc.  We would still want to socialize after work with our families, weekends and holidays.
There is one thing people of our generation don’t say enough, “Love you Brother”. When I get down going forward I am going to look to the Heavens for the brightest star, knowing that it is you! BFF Mike

Barb, Lori, & family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of Ken. He was such a great guy and will always have a special place in my heart. I know dad (Eddie Milarch) was up in heaven with a big pot of coffee waiting for Ken when he arrived and those two had quite the reunion.  Please let us know about services. Mom & I would love to be there. Love you guys!  

Teresa Tao

Our hearts are sad losing Ken, he was a good and true friend. We will always remember the Races and Boating fun times! 
Love and prayers for the family
Bill & Pauline 

Lindsey I am very sorry to hear about your grandad may he rest in peace and God will heal his heart.

Hello, My name is Craig Dusenberry, Ken's cousin .  His passing was a huge blow to me, we grew up together and I have years of memories of awesome times with him. His first job was at IN-N-OUT Burger in West Covina and he also got me a job there. Everyone liked Ken , he was a people person. We both spent years at the I-N-O,  it was no surprise to me he was promoted to manager before me, not only was he well liked he had a quick mind and was a fast learner.  We double dated  and that's where I  met Barb, she was a Great person back then and always a wonderful wife to Ken.  I was lucky enough to be Ken's best Man  at his Wedding.  Over the years life  got in the way and we drifted apart. only after retirement  we started texting each other to keep up on current events.  I will miss his smile and joking  ..

  

When I started my career at Standard, Ken was not that friendly.  Actually the entire operation group really didn't like sales. Over time, Ken and I became good friends and he helped me with my career at Standard. Sorry to hear of his passing and wish the best to his Family. 

I came had the honor of knowing Ken for the last 15 years. He and Barbie were my parents cruising buddies. With an easy going and joking manner Ken was instantly family in my eyes. He loved my parents and daughter and me so much. And we in turn adored them. I’m going to miss your cruising stories and your concern of if I’ve lost “the old people.” I promise I will keep an eye on “the old people” Ken. Especially on cruises!  I’m going to miss you greatly. Thank you for instantly accepting me to your family. You’re a great man and you will be missed.

With my mouth I was surprised I was never fired

Ken I always enjoyed speaking with you and also working with you your knowledge and great hands on experience was always great .As a manager  and me as a union Teamster and transport  foreman  it was always a pleasure to work with you never a problem or situation we could not work out. There are times when I pass by the Sloan going to Calif I remember you RIP my friend

I had the pleasure of working with Ken at Rinker/Cemex, a wonderful person. Please accept our deepest condolences at this heart breaking time.  Praying for peace and comfort for the Sears family.
Cookie & Wally Cirkosz


Well this amazing big man was in so many ways another father to me growing up. He scared me sometimes as a young girl because he was authoritative, by that I mean he kept us kids in line. Him and Barbie taught me many things about parenting that I applied with my kid. I have some of my fondest memories with this beautiful family and Ken was  all about his family and our families did so much together, at times inseparable. I will carry this wonderful man’s memories in my heart forever. I love you “dad” we will meet up again because I know your in the arms of our Lord and Savior, We’ll done Sir ❤️🙏

Ken is always in my thoughts I was so blessed to have worked with him for 20+ years always had a great smile and a good outlook on life. See you up there 🙏🙏🙏. John Ayers 

OBITUARY

Kenneth Richard Sears

December 9, 1947 – July 10, 2022

Palm Eastern Mortuary & Cemetery

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