Kenneth Rapose, blessed husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother, 67 of Richland, WA passed away May 10, 2014 at his home. Ken was born in Glendale, CA on October 19, 1946 to Gay and Marjorie Rapose. He was the 2nd of 9 children in the family. He was raised in Glendale and graduated from Hoover High School.

At the age of 18, he met and married his soul mate, Deborah Schlott. He and Debby built a wonderful life together and proudly raised two sons, Tim and Chris as well as his granddaughter Deborah Marie Shay. Ken worked for Lockheed Martin in many capacities retiring as a Human Resource Manager in 2000.

Kens happiest times were spent with his family. He enjoyed watching football with his son, Tim and especially looked forward to attending a family reunion in Las Vegas every Superbowl. His recent favorite pastime was spending time with his 4 month old great granddaughter, Emerson. He also loved traveling in his motorhome, activities on the river and attending water aerobics classes where he enjoyed time with many wonderful friends three days a week. Ken is survived by his wife of 48 years, Deborah J. Rapose; Sons, Tim Nancy, Chris ; grandchildren, Deborah Marie Scott Shay, Jonathan and Lexus Rapose; brothers, Bob Peggy Rapose, Jack Michelle Rapose, Jim Keli Rapose and John Yvette Rapose; sisters, Maureen Dick Pruitt, Joyce Rapose, Patrice Rapose, and Kathy Randy Brink; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Gay and Marjorie Rapose.

A funeral will be held at 2 P.M. Saturday, May 17, 2014 at Shalom United Church of Christ 505 McMurray St. Richland. Interment will follow at San Fernando Mission Cemetery in Mission Hills, CA.

In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, the American Kidney Association or a charity of your choice.