Ken Waxler

   Ken Waxler, 80, of Hugo, MN and Fargo, ND, died on July 26, 2024, at Sanford Broadway in Fargo, ND.

   Ken was born on November 23, 1943, in Fargo, ND, to Frank and Alice (Thompson) Waxler. He was raised on the family farm near Gardner, ND and attended Rose Valley School, a 2-room school. He attended Oak Grove Lutheran High School in Fargo, graduating in 1961.

   During his career, Ken worked for various photography companies in Fargo. He continued this line of work when he later moved to St. Paul, MN. He also worked for Weather-Rite.

   Ken’s hobbies included photography, race cars, motorcycles, singing, repairing and rebuilding anything mechanical or electrical, and shopping at flea markets. Ken will be remembered for his fun-loving spirit, kindness to friends and family, and generosity to those in need.

   He is survived by his life partner, Marian Kittel, Hugo, MN; a sister, Alice Marie (Charles) Bowman, Fargo, ND; a grandson, Sebastian Waxler, Minneapolis, MN; daughter-law Jodi Hanson; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

   He was preceded in death by his parents, son Kelly Patrick Waxler, brother James Waxler, and sister-in-law Jordyce Waxler.

   In lieu of flowers, memorials can be donated to the family for Ken's medical bills. 

Visitation: Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at West Funeral Home, West Fargo, ND.

Memorial Service: Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM at West Funeral Home, West Fargo, ND.

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