Kenneth Franklin Wilhelm
Kenneth Franklin Wilhelm
Kenneth Franklin Wilhelm
1934-2015
Kenneth Franklin Wilhelm, 81, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2015, at Lakeland, Florida, Regional Medical Center. Ken was born August 9, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frederick and Sue Wilhelm. At the age of 10 the family moved to Maryville, Missouri.
Graduating from Maryville High School in 1952, he then attended the University of Missouri, graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1956. He was employed by L.E. Myers Co., Chicago.
Ken married Jackie Bell in 1962. In 1972, he relocated his family to Lakeland and cofounded S&W Developers which is still in operation today. He was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church chairing many committees. Ken was an avid antique clock collector and train enthusiast.
He is survived by wife, Jackie; son, Greg Wilhelm (Theresa); daughters, Tracy Trinklein (Paul) and Kristen Mancherian (Randy); grandchildren, Lauren Westwood (Keith), Josh, Rachel, Leevia, Naomi, and Katie.
A celebration of life was held on Friday, November 13, 2015.
