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KENNETH RAY LECOUNT
May 31, 1950 ~ April 7, 2011
Kenneth Ray LeCount, 60, of Vancouver, WA, passed away Thurs., April 7 at his home. Ken was born May 31, 1950 in Lewistown, MT, to Ray and Luella LeCount. He moved with his family to Seattle, WA in 1966 and later graduated from Central Washington University with a BA in Math Education.
On August 5, 1972 Ken married Doris Forsgren and together they raised two children, Amy and Tim.
He enjoyed gardening, was an avid runner, bicycler and backpacker.
Ken taught grade 5 in the Battle Ground School District until his retirement. In retirement Ken worked as a member of Laborers for Christ and helped rebuild homes destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans and helped with construction of churches in Laramie, WY and East Wenatchee, WA.
Ken and Doris were members of St. John Lutheran Church where Ken played an active role as a teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, and choir member. He consistently lived his passion of engaging others in the study of God's Word.
The final 19 months of Ken's life were particularly precious. Despite difficult treatments following his cancer diagnosis, Ken and Doris enjoyed their young granddaughters, assisted with construction of son Tim's home, spent time with friends, and even enjoyed a backpacking trip.
Ken is survived by his wife of 38 years, Doris (Forsgren) LeCount; daughter, Amy Kostal and husband, Nate; son, Tim LeCount and wife, Jamie; three granddaughters; and his sister, Alice Belmont and husband, Claton.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Luella LeCount.
A celebration of Ken's life will be held Sat., April 16 at St. John Lutheran Church in Vancouver at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or an outdoor charity of your choice, such as Rails to Trails.
Please sign Ken's guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Mrs LeCount and kids, I so admired your husband and dad. He was a man whose Christianity shone from within him in everything he did and said. He inspired me to go forward and obtain my degree and teacher certification. He also was especially kind to my son, Brad Heath, when Brad was in his class. Both Brad and Brett remember Tim from basketball. Ken was a wonderful man and teacher. God bless and keep you all in your time of sorrow.
Loris LeJoie Ray
April 21, 2011
Dear Doris and family - I was so sorry to read of Ken's passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him every 6 months at the dental office when, for even a 7 am appointment, he rode his bike in! But my heartwarming memory of him is of the genuine care and concern for his students as witnessed by his attending Wade and Toby's ball games when they were his students. He went above and beyond teaching in the classroom to teaching by example. Know that he influenced many lives.
Donna Cross
April 18, 2011
A beautiful service honoring a beautiful life... Tears, laughter, and smiles were all present yesterday at Ken's memorial service. What a very special tribute to a very special man. Your family's farewell gift to Ken, will be cherished by all those in attendance. Love to you all, and thank you for sharing a life well spent.
Xox Estelle and Dan Monaghan
April 17, 2011
Ken was a pleasure to work with. He had a wonderful sense of humor and who could forget "The Count" at Halloween. Earth's loss is Heaven's gain. God's peace to Doris and family as they treasure all their fond memories.
Colleen O'Neal
April 16, 2011
Dear Doris and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was admired by many, including my own children who were his students. He will be missed by many. Barbara Darrow.
April 16, 2011
There must be a need for special "Fixit" folks in heaven as Ken was one of the best. His humanitarian heart was constantly leading him on journeys around the country to help others. The world will miss him dearly.
Larry & Waleen Kostal
April 16, 2011
There must be a need for special "Fixit" folks in heaven as Ken was one of the best. His humanitarian heart was constantly leading him on journeys around the country to help others. The world will miss him dearly....
April 16, 2011
In 1982, I had the priviledge of having Mr. LeCount as my 5th grade teacher. He was a great teacher! Then in 2004, my daughter had the same priviledge. God be with your family.
Marcy Gullickson-Sprecher
April 15, 2011
God bless you and keep you as you experience the difficulty of death. Know that you are loved and supported by many, including us.
Mike Madison
April 15, 2011
Mike Madison
April 15, 2011
Doris and family. I'm so glad that you had the wonderful last 19 months to enjoy together. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. You and Ken have been and continue to be wonderful examples of God's love.
Carol Chapman
April 15, 2011
Praying that you would experience the Peace that passes all human understanding in the days to follow - until that glorious day when we will be reunited.
The Wiebold Family
April 15, 2011
Doris and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Karen and Allen Moore
April 14, 2011
Dear Doris with your family,
Our sincere sympathy.
Monty and Judy Tuominen
April 13, 2011
Doris, Amy & Tim,
We send our love and support --and the too-early earthly death of your husband and dad. Please know what the amazing strength & faith your dad showed throughout his life have touched and inspired me -- and my whole family. I send my prayers of comfort & peace. Know you are supported and uplifted. And we also cry with you.
Larry, Julie, Olivia & Allison Ash
Julie Ash
April 13, 2011
Doris, Amy, and Tim, I am so very sorry to hear about Ken's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Doris, I trust you know how much I appreciate you. You are always near and dear to my heart. God bless you and be with all of you. I deeply regret that I will not be able to attend Ken's service, but I give thanks for him and his beautiful life--and for each of you.
Beth Utto-Galarneau
April 13, 2011
Doris, Amy and Tim:
I got to visit briefly with Ken the last time I was down visiting my Mom (Gail Osborne) at St. John's. May God hold you gently in His arms during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kristi (Kessinger) Isensee
April 13, 2011
Dear Mrs. LeCount - I think of you often, and hold dear the wonderful things you taught me at Camas High School. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.
Rhonda Beatty-Gallo
April 12, 2011
Love to all of you....
We loved praying with Ken just a few months ago. We so felt the presence of Our Lord during that prayer. Ken was humble and in need of God's help.
We have been praying for Ken non-stop....Doris, our hearts ache for you. May the Lord of all comfort be very close to all of you during this most difficult week.
With fiery Irish love,
Maureen and Dave Sherman
and our clan, Grace & Lucy and baby John Patrick
PS Well be at St. Johns on Sat (April 16th)
Maureen Sherman
April 12, 2011
Dear Doris, Tim, Amy, Alice and families, Ken blessed us as a Laborer for Christ for much of 2008. He was more than a skilled craftsman; he participated in our congregation throughout the build (even teaching Sunday School) and inspired us all. We will always thank God for him. "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." D Melius (Faith Lutheran Church, East Wenatchee, WA)
April 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan Armstrong
April 12, 2011
Comfort and peace to Doris, Amy and Tim and their children. Ken has been a blessing in lives too numerous to count. While he will be greatly missed, his memory will be precious.
Mary Jo Hoffman
April 12, 2011
The Lord bless Ken's family and keep you and comfort you in the days to come. Your faith and Ken's faith has been a great Christian witness not only during these past difficult months, but throughout your lives.
Keith Cronrath
April 12, 2011
So very sorry to hear about Ken's passing. I had the opportunity to teach with him in BattleGround at Lewisville. Best to his family.
Chuck Sester
April 12, 2011
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