Kenneth Askew Obituary

Mr. Askew was my 'Technical Writing' Teacher at BHS 1972 in my senior year. Oh, I had loathed him!! I had the task of writing without photos, how a Newton's Cradle works. I would write up what I thought... long hand, this is before computers etc.. and i would get it back with nothing but his marks all over it.... over and over and over.... I was going crazy (learning) trying to
getr' done to please him... But finally I got it good enough for a 'B'...

Little did I know (what do HS kids know?!?!) those lessons became what I had ended up using as a US Navy officer and physician for over 30 years. I had called him in Belleville, about 2014 while stationed in Guam. When I called, his wife answered, I told her my tale and she laughed.. "yes that sounds like my husband!!" then put him on. He did not recall me but did the exercise, and was most pleased to hear of my successful life and career! Thanks Sir!!
May we meet in Heaven again! Ed Jorgensen

To Ann, Suzan and families..am saddened to hear of Ken's passing. We have many memories of family get togethers over the years. With Love from The Canadian Cousins.

While i did not know Ken or Sandy very long, I could tell they were genuine and true friends of my wife Kathleen. i always felt welcome when i visited there home. they will be missed by Kathleen and myself. Sincerely, Tony Laporta

Ken and Sandy were two of the most wonderful people I have ever met. We first met at the Belleville Strawberry Festival and continued through the Alfa Romeo Owner's Club Detroit Chapter. They invited me to caravan with them to a national convention, and on our way home with a couple of added cars, we stopped at a motel hoping they could accommodate all of us. Ken came back from the office with a funny grin I'll never forget, and told us - ah, this was more of a by-the-hour type of motel, maybe we should keep going. His quiet dry sense of humor would often catch me and others by surprise. He was quietly supportive and helpful with me and my Alfa. He is truly a never-to-be-forgotten man. Rest in peace, Ken, and you and Sandy give each other hugs from me. Much Love. Prayers, hugs and love to Ann and Suzan and their families.

Prayers for the family. Mr. Askew was an awesome educator at Belleville High School and I was privileged to have worked with him.

I will never forget going to a meeting for the Belleville Area Council of the Arts that was held in the studio, watching your father writing down the "wish list". On that list was the office, community band, community choir and a website. Your parents helped make those wishes come true, and I loved working with both of them. When your father became the Executive Director of BACA, there was no doubt in any one´s mind that he was the best person for the job. My thoughts are with your entire family, and always know that those of us who had the pleasure of knowing your dad and mom are treasuring those times now.

We knew him through the Alfa Club and as host of fabulous Holiday parties. He will be missed.

Best neighbors you could ask for

A very wise person with personal integrity and a great guy. I will miss him

Ann, I was fortunate to meet and enjoy your father´s company at your wedding reception. I recall having a delightful time with him that evening. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Having missed meeting him, the impression he made on my sister in law and brother is deep and indelible. He was the kind of man who made deeper impressions to everyone around him. Substantial, multidimensional, insightful, accomplished, with roots in the community during his life. He'll be missed. God bless him.

Ken and Sandy were such an important part of my life growing up in Belleville. Ken was my driver´s education instructor and his involvement in the Auto club with my dad filled many happy weekends