Kenneth Charles Widhalm
March 1, 1946 – April 15, 2023
Kenneth Charles Widhalm, 77, of Solomons, MD and formerly of CO, passed away on April 15, 2023 at his residence. Born March 1, 1946 in Monte Vista, CO, he was the son of the late John Michael Widhalm and Iris June (Daniel) Widhalm.
Kenneth served in the U.S. Navy from August 29, 1969 until his retirement on June 30, 1989. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO and a Master’s Degree from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. Kenneth moved to Calvert County in 1998 from Key West, FL.
Kenneth is survived by his wife, Paula; his son Daniel Widhalm of Bealeton, VA; his grandson, Austin; and brothers, Tom Widhalm, Donald Widhalm, Michael Widhalm, Paul Widhalm and William Widhalm all of CO.
Family will receive friends on Friday, April 28, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a Memorial Service conducted by Father Bob Kilner following at 11:00 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD. Inurnment will be in Arlington National Cemetery on a date to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Linda Kelly Animal Shelter, 5055 Hallowing Point Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.
Visitation
Friday, April 28, 2023
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Services
- Memorial Service
Friday, April 28, 2023
11:00 AM
Contributions
Linda L. Kelly Animal Shelter
5055 Hallowing Point Road
Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678
Condolences
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19 Apr 2023
9:52pm
Sorry for your loss.
City
Center
State
Co
20 Apr 2023
7:05pm
Ken was my TACCO in VP-4 at Barbers Point, Hawaii. He always was a great officer and friend. He gave me one of first motorcycle rides of my life. We greet his passing with great sorrow and wish him a fair wind and a following sea in his after life with God.
With deep regrets,
Gary Dietz, CDR, USN (Ret)
City
Melbourne
State
FL, 32940
20 Apr 2023
7:46pm
So sorry for your loss. Ken was a fine friend and classmate during our years at Center Schools. His presence will be missed.
City
Fountain
State
CO
21 Apr 2023
9:02am
I served with Ken in VP-4, and later worked with him at NAVAIR. He was a great guy. I’m so sorry he’s gone.
City
Bloomington
State
Indiana
21 Apr 2023
11:16pm
I am so sorry for your loss, Paula, Dan, Austin & Mary. I hope you find comfort in the loving memories of time you spent together working on your Pantera & car shows. Anna Brumley
City
Bealeton
State
VA
22 Apr 2023
1:13pm
Deepest sympathy to Ken’s family. Ken and I were classmates growing up in Colorado and lifelong friends. I am so grateful that our paths crossed.
Peace be with you Ken.
City
Wichita Falls
State
Texas
24 Apr 2023
1:15pm
My thoughts and prayers go out to Ken’s family and friends.
From a former VP-4 squadron mate.
City
Alexandria
State
VA
25 Apr 2023
3:06pm
Deepest sympathies. I worked for and with Ken so many years ago while he was at NAVAIR. He accomplished much for the Navy and the nation over his extraordinary career.
Ken, may God be with you and with your family.
City
Bainbridge Island
State
WA
1 May 2023
9:22pm
Ken was my most loyal and consistent “regular” at The Pier in Solomons Island, MD, where I bartended. Everyday at 3:30pm sharp, I had his barstool cushion, a stack of napkins, the tv remote, and his 3 Coors Banquets ready for him. He was a true “regular” ! So sorry to hear about his passing. Sending love to his family.
– AP
City
Austin
State
Texas
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Sorry for your loss.
Ken was my TACCO in VP-4 at Barbers Point, Hawaii. He always was a great officer and friend. He gave me one of first motorcycle rides of my life. We greet his passing with great sorrow and wish him a fair wind and a following sea in his after life with God.
With deep regrets,
Gary Dietz, CDR, USN (Ret)
So sorry for your loss. Ken was a fine friend and classmate during our years at Center Schools. His presence will be missed.
I served with Ken in VP-4, and later worked with him at NAVAIR. He was a great guy. I’m so sorry he’s gone.
I am so sorry for your loss, Paula, Dan, Austin & Mary. I hope you find comfort in the loving memories of time you spent together working on your Pantera & car shows. Anna Brumley
Deepest sympathy to Ken’s family. Ken and I were classmates growing up in Colorado and lifelong friends. I am so grateful that our paths crossed.
Peace be with you Ken.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Ken’s family and friends.
From a former VP-4 squadron mate.
Deepest sympathies. I worked for and with Ken so many years ago while he was at NAVAIR. He accomplished much for the Navy and the nation over his extraordinary career.
Ken, may God be with you and with your family.
Ken was my most loyal and consistent “regular” at The Pier in Solomons Island, MD, where I bartended. Everyday at 3:30pm sharp, I had his barstool cushion, a stack of napkins, the tv remote, and his 3 Coors Banquets ready for him. He was a true “regular” ! So sorry to hear about his passing. Sending love to his family.
– AP