I had the honor of knowing and working with Ken at Raytheon. Ken was a great engineer and without his help the projects that he and I worked on together would not have been as successful. His creative problem solving and attention to detail was amazing. These programs were very high pressure and while many of us would occasionally get upset or frustrated, Ken never did. He was calm rock in some stormy times. When I remember back to those times, Ken is one of the people that come to mind. He as a positive influence on those around him. Sorry you left us so early. 

I have known Ken for a number of years now.  I was introduced to him through a mutual friend in tennis.  I joined Kens league tennis team 5 years ago and stayed with team because of Ken.  Ken always wanted to make sure everyone was involved to play but always made it a point to emphasize camaraderie between players.  Ken and I both graduated from the University of Arkansas so I enjoyed our weekly chats, texts, and emails about Razorback athletics.  That became as much of a joy to me to talk to Ken about life and Razorback sports as tennis was.  Ken will be missed greatly by not only me but all his family, friends, and tennis community.  He will never be forgotten though. 

I knew Ken from tennis, going back 20 years to TCD matches with us playing his Royal Oaks. Ken immediately struck me then as an incredibly decent man, and the multiple times that I saw him in the tennis world since I never thought anything but. One or two years could pass before our next meeting but he always greeted me with a friendly hello. Reading through Ken's tributes above reveal that he truly was a gentleman and a scholar. And he was a damn good tennis player - don't forget that. We have lost a great one, but his presence here enriched the world and all of us in it. He is greatly missed, but he is now blessed to receive his great reward for a life well lived. Be well friend, until we meet again.

Rosann and I are deeply saddened at the loss of our dearest friend Ken.  Ken and I shared many wonderful experiences over the years.  Of course, many years as colleagues at E-Systems/Raytheon where I learned so much from Ken.  But as friends the great times we spent together.  Starting as roommates for six months while on TDY in Washington D.C. in 1983.  During the 80’s/90’s, where we enjoyed one of his favorite activities, slalom skiing, spending numerous Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings together on Lake Lavon. I recall one evening he patiently attempted to pull me up at least 20 times. Thank you, Ken, for introducing me to slalom skiing, an activity I continue to enjoy to this day.  I have fond memories of snow skiing adventures at beautiful locations such as the Grand Tetons and Lake Placid during our TDY in D.C. (87-89).  He was at my side to celebrate my lifelong marriage to my beautiful wife Rosann as a member of our bridal party.  And so many more times throughout the years he served as trusted friend I could always turn to for advice or just simply to listen.  Rosann and I will tearfully miss the annual best wishes he would never fail to send us on our birthdays and wedding anniversary.  All these memories, however, pale in comparison to the sparkle in his eyes when he told me of his marriage to Cathy.  That I will never forget.   My dear friend, I look forward to the day when we will meet again in God’s eternal Kingdom.

Ken was one of the kindest, sweetest guys I have ever met. I was honored to be part of his 4.5 team, where we had great success. He never got upset if we lost or weren't available to play.  In 2019, we won the 18+ 4.5 Spring playoffs by winning all our matches and I still remember what he told me. He said that he was happy that I was on his team, but I turned around and said, "No Ken, I am happy to be on your team and play for you." I will never forget his smile that day.

I played tennis with and against Ken for a couple of decades.   He was the most kind and considerate partner and opponent, and was a great role model.     From the other messages I have read, I now know he brought that same kindness to the other parts of his life.  Tennis in North Texas is better because of Ken, and I hope those closest to him are comforted by how much his kindness effected so many.   Thank you Ken, and God Bless.  

I met Ken over 30 years ago when I married his lifelong friend Glen Rudelis.  Ken was a part of our family from day one.  He was like a brother to me and, as our family grew, an uncle to our children Xander and Alyssa.  Ken was always available to help with science fair projects, go over hard problem sets, teach us tennis, and just hang out watching football with Glen or scary movies with me. Over the years we enjoyed so many wonderful holidays, sporting events, 5Ks, bike rides, and game nights together.  I can’t imagine how different our lives would have been without Ken sharing his love, time, knowledge, and talents with our family. He was very special to us, and we will always hold our memories with Ken closely to our hearts. 

I worked with Ken at E-Systems for several years and learned a lot from him, Ken was a brilliant architect and systems engineer. He was a great mentor whether he knew he was mentoring or not. Ken was easy going, easy to work with and a gentlemen. We were all sad to hear he was leaving and I know folks above me tried to get him to stay, we were also a little jealous of this guy retiring at 40. 

RIP Ken

I only met Ken once in person, but I worked with him often via internet at Foremost Telecommunications.  When he first developed our wonderful circuit database, he asked me to try to break it.  I broke it many times after that and he was always SO professional, kind and patient when I requested his help.  The knowledge and skills he exhibited were the best of anyone I have previously worked with.  He was truly awesome in his profession.  Ken was a very special man and I will miss him dearly.

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Kenneth David Sangren

January 10, 1958 – January 22, 2022

Sparkman Funeral Home & Cremation Services

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