Kenneth Eugene Ranum

Kenneth Eugene Ranum was born May 5th, 1943, in Denver, Colorado to Lewis and Wilma Ranum. Ken and Glenda were married on June 16, 1973, at Emmaus Lutheran Church in Denver, Colorado. Ken graduated from North High School in 1961 and attended Colorado University in Boulder. In 1963, Ken toured Europe for one year. Ken served in the US Armed Forces from 1965 to 1969. He was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for his meritorious service as Weapons Mechanic, 120th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Republic of Vietnam. Ken also obtained his Private Pilot’s license and SCCA Racing license. In 1975, Ranco Roofing was established and successful for over 30 years. He loved roofing, motorcycles, trail riding, ice racing, Nascar, motors, camping, and antique cars. He was involved with the Harry’s Roamers Ice Racing for many years. He played the harmonica and the guitar and hosted bi-weekly jam sessions. He went to concerts and enjoyed music. Ken was a Master Storyteller and loved being with people and making them laugh. He had a wonderful and unique optimistic view on life and his family was his treasure.

Kenneth Eugene Ranum is survived by his wife, Glenda Ranum, his daughter, Laura Kennedy and her husband, Jonathan; his sons, Michael Ranum and Phillip Ranum; and four awesome grandchildren: Zaven, Andrew, Jonny and Bella. Ken was proceeded in death by his son, Andrew Ranum; his parents Lewis and Wilma Ranum, and brother Ronald Ranum.

His funeral service, officiated by Pastor Lietzau, will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 25, 2023, Wheat Ridge Lutheran Church at 8600 W. 38th Ave Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. Reception to follow. His final resting place will be at Olinger’s Evergreen Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the church. Condolences may be offered at OlingerCrownHillMortuary.com