With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth Wayne Thompson of Ottawa, Kansas, born in Wichita, Kansas, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 20, 2024 at the age of 62. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In bidding Kenneth Wayne adieu, let us not mourn the silence that now fills the spaces Kenneth Wayne once occupied, but rather celebrate the vibrant colors he painted upon the canvas of our lives. For while he may have departed from this earthly realm, his spirit remains a beacon of light, guiding us through the darkest of nights.

He was predeceased by : his father Jerold Thompson; and his brother John Thompson. He is survived by : his wife Pamela Crable; his children, Rachel Rush (Nathan) of Independence, Brooke Conner (Curtis Maynard) of Paola, Jessica Kirkland of Ottawa, Karlie Bass (Brandan) of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Brandan Thompson (Whitney) of Niotaze and Bryce Crable Bradford (Melissa) of Gardner, Kansas; and his siblings, Bud Thompson of Grants Pass, Daryl Thompson of Grants Pass, Arkansas and Terry Winn (Paul) of Wichita, Kansas. He is also survived by twenty grandchildren; and one great grandchild.

Visitation was held on Thursday, April 25th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Ottawa Chapel (235 S Hickory St, Ottawa, KS 66067). A funeral service was held on Thursday, April 25th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dengel & Son Mortuary