OBITUARY
Mr. Ken "K.V." Madren
January 22, 1941 – February 3, 2013
Mr. Ken “KV” Madren, 72, of Roswell, Ga. passed away Feb. 3, 2013. He was born in Lynchburg, Va to Babylee and Kenneth Madren, then raised in Charleston, SC. He attended Clemson University on a football scholarship where he graduated with honors. He served 4 years with the US Air Force before starting a successful mergers & acquisitions business. He served as CEO of Forsch Corp. and all of it's holdings for 35 years. In addition to his business accomplishments he was a professional race car driver. Racing around America and Europe. He was a devoted family man who cherished his time with his loving wife, Phyllis of 51 years, his son Ken III (Lea) and sons Chip (16), Jack (14) and Bret (12); his daughter Kelly (Eddie) and stepdaughter Katilynn (11). He is also survived by his brother Don and his wife Kathy. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Roswell Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family asked that donations be made to Chip's Nation Pediatric Cancer Foundation.
Memories
Mr. Ken "K.V." Madren
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ADD A MEMORYSteve Scarborough
March 6, 2013
Ken was a good man. I'm glad I got to know him even if for such a short time. He definitely made an impression.
K.Carney Rev.21:4
February 11, 2013
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Huxley Nixon
February 11, 2013
Dear Phyllis, Ken JR and Kelly:
It has been 20+ years but I will always have a special place in my heart for KV. He was a mentor to me in the early Itel days even though I did not work dierctly for him but it grew into a very exciting partnership for 12 years.
His death sadened me greatly but it prompted me to rummage through old phots and I found some pictures from some Boys ski trips and his early racing days that I am happy to share. Ken JR, you are in many.
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you all. I will always remember KV as bigger than life and someone who would do anything for a friend.
Please let me know if you are going to have a memorial service for Ken. I would like to attend.
Huxley
Eunis (Dymples) Nimitz Benecke
February 11, 2013
Phyllis, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the love of your friends and family bring you comfort and strength.
February 10, 2013
Phyllis .... fond memories of you and Ken when Michael and I traveled with you in his Lamborgini to Hilton Head. My heart goes out to you and yours.l .... Gail Thomas
tim and cathy bendin
February 9, 2013
Prayers for u and your family
February 9, 2013
Sorry to hear the news. Enjoyed working with Ken many years ago.
Ivan Butgereit
Roswell, Ga.
February 8, 2013
Phyllis,
Emily and I send our deepest sympathy to you, and your and KV's entire family. You've been in our thoughts and prayers, and will continue keep you there.
Walt and Emily Schroeder
Kathie and Calen Curtin
February 8, 2013
Phyllis,
It is with sadness I write this, but I hope he will be in peace.
I hope he and my Kevin can catch up.
We are so sorry for your loss and you and the family are in our prayers.
All our love,
Kathie and Calen
February 8, 2013
Phyllis and family,
We send our deepest symphathies to you.We have lived in the Charleston area for the past 20 years, but remember the good times in Martins Landing. Sincerely,Jim and Barbara Smith
February 8, 2013
Phyllis,
Bill and I send our sympathy to you with the loss of K.V. Although there have been many years apart for us and much distance between us, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
With love,
Pam & Bill Dashiell
Gene Martini
February 8, 2013
Phyllis,
I am so sorry to hear the news. The last several years had to be tough on you. I hope you are bearing up. Also, sorry that we lost connection. Been over 20 years I believe since seeing each other.
God bless and comfort you as you grieve!
Gene Martini
February 8, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the Madren family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
February 8, 2013
Phyllis, I send my sympathy to you and your family. I was sorry to hear about your loss, you and your family will be in my prayers.
Mike and Pam Corley
Janis & Joe Griffin
February 7, 2013
Phyllis, Ken & Kelly and Family, Joe and I send our sincere sympathy. We know that blessings come in many ways although a death is always hard, KV is in a Beautiful place with all of our other loved ones that have gone before us. I am sure Nee-Nee was right there with Pa Pa and Lee Lee welcoming him home. We love you and you are all in our thoughts and prayers.