February 26, 1956 - November 24, 2023
Service
Thursday, November 30th at 2:00pm at Temple Beth Shalom
2 p.m. Kenneth Ken F. Siegfried, 67, beloved husband, father and grandfather died on November 24, 2023, after a yearlong lung cancer journey. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Miriam Chait Siegfried, his daughter Rachel Siegfried Du (Jon) and his granddaughters Samara Ruth and Joanna Maelin Du, who he loved with all his heart. He is also survived by his sister Nancy (Roy) Bryant, sister-in-law Gloria Siegfried and niece Sara Siegfried. He was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Ruth Siegfried, his brother H. Steve Siegfried and his nephew David Bryant.
Ken grew up in Westerville, Ohio, where he graduated from Westerville High School in 1974. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from The Ohio State University. Ken worked for 35 years as a structural engineer at SMBH (fka Lantz, Jones & Nebraska). Projects he was particularly proud of include the new Franklin County Courthouse and the tiara on Cincinnatis Great American Tower. As a personal project, he designed the installation of the World Trade Center steel at the Westerville Firefighters Memorial.
He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, planted hundreds of trees, loved to hike, camp, ski, garden, woodwork, listen to live music and drink beer with his lifelong Westerville friends. Ken loved annual fishing trips to Canada and family motorcycle vacations; notable motorcycle trips with his wife include the Lake Superior Circle Tour and the ride to Nova Scotia. He cherished trips to Portland, Oregon to visit his daughter, son-in-law and beloved granddaughters.
A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, November 30th at 2:00pm at Temple Beth Shalom, 5089 Johnstown Rd., New Albany, Ohio. Services will also be live-streamed at https://www.tbsohio.org/livestream.html
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arbor Day Foundation https://www.arborday.org/ or the National Parks Foundation https://give.nationalparks.org/ in his memory.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Shelley Blackburn for years of compassionate and thoughtful care and to Dr. David Carbone of the James Cancer Center for giving us hope and trying to find a cure for his disease.
Condolences
Robin Fremer - Dec 1, 2023
I'm saddened by this profound loss for your family. I will keep you all in my prayers and hope you can find peace.
Teri - Nov 30, 2023
What a beautiful tribute to an amazing man. That was the most uplifting service that I’ve ever been to. It’s a great loss, but it was a great gift to have him in your lives. Sorry, I never got to meet him. He was such a blessing for you, You both chose to live your life with great adventure.
Gary Hopkins - Nov 30, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Ken. I always enjoyed hearing about your motorcycle trips. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
C.R. Weaver - Nov 30, 2023
Miriam... I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was such a wonderful man. His and your kindness and warming welcome and contributions to the community around you will be cherished for generations to come. Your Friend, C.R.
Stacia Eckenwiler - Nov 30, 2023
Miriam and family - this is sad news, and my heart goes out to you all. You are in my thoughts.
Larry and Mary Brady - Nov 30, 2023
Miriam to you and all your family we send peace and comfort. Will miss seeing u two walking Morris Rd.
Teresa Keane - Nov 30, 2023
Dear Miriam and Rachel, I am so sorry for your loss! Ken was an amazing person. I really loved his sense of humor and his love for life. He will be missed. My heart goes out to you and all of the family. It was apparent how much he loved all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dan & Carol Tkach - Nov 29, 2023
Miriam, so very sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and your family.
Sheri & Don Robey - Nov 28, 2023
Miriam and Family, My heart is breaking for you in the loss of Ken. His love for his family was so evident in the way he spoke of you. He lived a large life in a quiet reserved way. He was a man to be respected. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the difficult times ahead.
Marilee (Reckner)Hepp - Nov 28, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Hope all the memories will carry you through these tough days. Ken was a great guy and will be missed by many. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Cynthia Moorhead - Nov 28, 2023
Miriam, I am so sorry for the passing of Ken. My heart aches for you. I am praying for you and your family. I am praying that God will surround you with his love, comfort, peace, and strength.
Carol Knoblauch - Nov 28, 2023
Miriam and family, you have my deepest sympathy. I'm sorry that we never had a chance to have a beer and get to know Ken better. May peace and serenity surround you at this time.
Michael Kline - Nov 28, 2023
I remember Ken well from SMBH. It was always a pleasure working with him. I remember a couple things about him: He loved his family; he always talked about them, he was an amazing engineer, he had a great sense of humor, and his BMW motorcycle.
Carlos & Magaly - Nov 28, 2023
Miriam and family; Carlos and I are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Cady Henigin - Nov 27, 2023
Rachel and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Rachel, I know how special your relationship was with your dad. I pray you find peace in happy memories. Our family honored his memory by contributing to the National Parks. Sending love, Cady & family
Bill and Jan Eitel - Nov 27, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Lisa Shope - Nov 27, 2023
Miriam, My condolences to you and your family.
Lynn Kelly - Nov 27, 2023
Miriam and family, so sorry for your loss
Sandi Richmond - Nov 27, 2023
Oh dear Miriam, my heart breaks for you and your lovely and loving family. You shared so many wonderful moments and memories with us over the years. You two were such a great team in so many ways. You made the most of your precious years together and I know you will savor all the sweet memories you two created as a couple and with your growing family. Sending my love, Sandi
Brittany Sinzinger - Nov 27, 2023
Miriam- The ALA is so sorry for your loss. I have so enjoyed getting to know you and Ken, over the many years you've climbed with us. Mr. Miriam was always so kind to me, even when I couldn't remember his name for so many years. Sending my love! Brittany
Terry Janis - Nov 27, 2023
Miriam, My heart sunk when I read about the passing of Ken. He was absolutely one of my favorite people. I met him in Grandview at my store, and he has supported me eversince. His objective was always to find the best gift for you and your daughter. Loved when he rode up on his motorcycle! A very big loss for you and your family - I will miss him so much.
Andy Roberts - Nov 27, 2023
Miriam, I am so sorry to hear this. I know y'all probably had lots of plans.
Dave Canup - Nov 27, 2023
Sorry for your loss! Prayers for you and your family!
Rick Westerfield - Nov 27, 2023
Miriam, I am truly sorry. Ken was a true gentleman. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family, and friends.
Lisa Diller - Nov 27, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of your family
Pam DeSantis-Rounds - Nov 27, 2023
Oh Miriam I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. May memories bring you comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Pam
Raisa L Pesina - Nov 27, 2023
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Ken. May the special memories you made together help you through this difficult time.
igor kaplan - Nov 27, 2023
Feel very sorry for your lost! Be strong at this difficult time. My and my wife condolences to all your family.
Cherla Meisterman - Nov 27, 2023
Alan and I send our love and sympathies to you, Miriam, Rachel, Jon, and family for this profound loss. Ken, with his quiet strength, tried to help this world be better in whatever way he could, from tending the land and building safe structures to tending relationships. What a loving man.
Sharon Brown - Nov 26, 2023
Miriam we are so very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. You and Rachel will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Geno Shifrin - Nov 26, 2023
Miriam, so sorry for your loss. Ken was one of the good guys
Angela Newland - Nov 25, 2023
My heart goes out to Miriam and Rachel for their great loss. Ken was very loved and was a wonderful example of how to have a long and honorable career while taking time to enjoy friends, family, and life. He will be missed by so many.