Gilson, Kenneth Allen "Ken", 58, of Orange, California, passed away Saturday evening, February 6, 2015. Ken was born to Paul and Jean Gilson on November 5, 1957 in West Covina, California. Ken grew up with his brothers and sister in Tustin, California, graduating from Foothill High School in 1976. After high school moved to Santa Cruz, California and later moved to Hawaii before moving back to California and settling in Orange. Ken spent his work years happily working on exotic cars before establishing himself as a Master Mercedes Technician at Fletcher Jones in Newport Beach. Ken enjoyed music, outdoor living and great food, often reveling in the title King of the BBQ. Ken is survived by his wife, Christine, daughter Amanda, step-sons Tommy (Mary) Martinez, Nicholas Martinez, father Paul Gilson, brother Dwayne Gilson, sister Linda (Gary) Greenwood, niece Sarah Greenwood, grandchildren Jacob and Katelynn Martinez and many friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jean Gilson, brother, Steve Gilson and son, Ryan Gilson.
