Ken was raised to in Hoquiam, Wash. and resided in Gig Harbor, Wash. for 28 years.

Ken is survived by a sister, Beverly Gavin and wife Nikki, he was married 62 years, a son Rod and wife Deby Giske, daughter Randi and husband Bill Kokonaski, and daughter Susan Giske. He is also remembered by his grandchildren Nicholas and wife Amy Giske, Natassja and Ari Kokonaski, Mandi and Dustin Wade, and great-grandson Dax Wade.

Ken was a proud Marine and accomplished Forest Engineer. His love for his family and nature was displayed daily. He is deeply missed.

A remembrance will be held at the Forty & Eight, 2313 Simpson, Aberdeen, Wash. on Saturday, Jan. 27, from 1 to 3 p.m. Please post your comments at the entire obituary: http://www.havenrest.com/notices/Kenneth-Giske.