Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Walton & Lena Watley, in-laws Jeff & Katheryn Henderson and sister-in-law Joyce Hughes. Ken is survived by his wife Sharon; children Brian Watley (Shana), Carrie Watley (Todd), Justin Watley; granddaughter Halston Watley (Jason); great-grandson Finn; sister Judy Martin (Paul); and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends.
Ken was born in Kansas City on August 2, 1945. After graduating from Southeast High School (KC) in 1963, he attended Central Missouri State University where he completed his BS in Education in 1967. Ken & Sharon were high school sweethearts and married on August 20, 1966. He served as a medic in the Army Reserves (1967-73). Ken made his way via teaching into the insurance industry and climbed the ranks to VP of Sales with Cigna, earning multiple awards throughout his career. After retirement from AON, he stayed active substitute teaching and teaching Driver’s Ed. every summer.
Ken was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a spiritual man and a member of the Church of Christ. An avid sports fan, he was a long time Chiefs season ticket holder and golfed weekly with his Senior Golf team. He played guitar, sharing his lifelong love of music and attending many concerts with Sharon and his kids. Ken was a critical thinker, a problem solver and a natural born leader. He loved to help people and was always quick with a joke or story to forge a connection. He enjoyed spending summer days on his boat with family and winters in Florida.
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