Kenneth Douglas Selle II

Ken was born on September 2, 1955, in Rome, New York. He attended Aurora Central High School in Colorado. From early on, those who knew him came to value the steady kindness and compassion he carried into everyday life, offered without hesitation and often with a touch of humor that made people feel at ease.

Over the years, Ken built a working life defined by persistence and service to others. He held several careers, including repossessing cars and working in collections, and later operated his own business collecting cable boxes for Time Warner for more than 20 years. In each role, he was known for being generous with his time and selfless in the way he showed up for people. Many would describe him as reliable, considerate, and quietly committed to doing what needed to be done.

Ken married in his 20’s and had his daughter, Shannon Selle. On October 15, 2022, he remarried, joining his life with Kathi. Throughout his life Ken remained deeply devoted to family, and his love was expressed in simple, consistent ways through care, attentiveness, and a sincere desire to help others.

Ken found joy in road trips, fishing, dining out, musicals, and comedy shows. He had a warm hearted way of moving through the world. Ken was loving and sensitive, with a gift for laughter and an unmistakable happiness that others could feel in his presence. His legacy is one of compassion, generosity, and the enduring impact of a truly beloved man.

Ken is survived by his wife, Kathi Selle; his daughter, Shannon Selle; his sister, Dede Geary; his brother, Michael Selle; his granddaughter, Lillian Selle; his son-in-law, Travis Owens; his granddaughter, Jazzmine Owens; and several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Douglas Selle, and his mother, Dorothy May Selle; and sister Charnell Selle.

In lieu of flowers please make Memorial Donations to: ALivingTribute.org to plant a tree in his honor in Colorado.