Kenneth Edward Ruehl

Kenneth Edward Ruehl was the third of four children born to Edward and Margaret Ruehl in Cincinnati, Ohio. He lived there until he went away to college at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky, where he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Physics. After serving in the army, he received his Master’s and Professional Degree in Computer Science at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Ken was a software and systems engineer for companies in Washington, D.C. and Dallas, Texas, finally retiring from Raytheon in 2006. He worked on a variety of projects, including space flight systems for NASA, communication systems for the U.S. Navy, and several imaging and defense systems for various government agencies. Ken and Jane, his wife of 49 years, had two daughters, Jennifer and Alissa, both of whom loved their father very much. He was a devoted father and was actively involved with their activities throughout the years, including camping, bicycling, skiing, and swimming. He loved making them laugh and sharing his love of learning. Ken and Jane retired to Sun City in Georgetown, Texas, where they established many wonderful, lifelong friendships. Ken was a member of the Bicycle, Astronomy, Computer, and Woodworking clubs. He always enjoyed learning and was especially fond of his classes through Senior University. He also played bridge and golf and even learned square dancing. During retirement Ken traveled to many locations, near and far. His favorites were river cruises, including one from Amsterdam to Budapest and another along the rivers of France, culminating in a tour of the Normandy beaches and cemetery. He also enjoyed some adventuresome travel to New Zealand, Iceland, Macchu Picchu in Peru, The Ring of Kerry in Ireland, and Asian wonders in the Far East. He was fortunate to travel on a few occasions with both daughters and their families. Ken is survived by his wife Jane, daughters Jennifer (Tate) Hemingson and Alissa (Zonk) Ruehl, granddaughters Ellie and Penny Hemingson and grandson Alexander Ruehl. He is also survived by his sister Debi (Mike) Dever. Ken was predeceased by his parents and brothers Donald and Terrence. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for 10:00 AM Monday, August 28, in the Fellowship Hall at The Worship Place in Sun City, Georgetown. In lieu of flowers the family asks that any memorial donations or contributions be made to Ken’s Alma Mater, St. Xavier High School, Cincinnati, Ohio.

Kenneth Edward Ruehl

January 18, 1946 - August 16, 2023