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Kenneth Blutt Obituary

Kenneth E. Blutt, Lt. Col. (Ret), 66, passed away at his winter home in Yuma, AZ from cancer on February 14, 2013. He was born on July 20, 1946 to the late Helen and Joe Blutt. He lived in Ekalaka, MT through high school and graduated from Montana State University. Upon graduation he entered the US Air Force as a 2nd Lt. He had a dedicated 20 year career as a pilot and in space operations. Upon his AF retirement, Ken continued to work in space operations for several government contractors in Colorado Springs until he fully retired in 2005. He is survived by his wife Joyce (Susmarski) Blutt, daughters Jill (Ken) Mayer and Aimee Blutt, and son Brian (Erin) Blutt, step-daughters Melissa (Ben) Dalrymple and Denise (Jeremy) Chester. Ken has 9 grandchildren. Ken was an avid elk hunter, scuba diver, enjoyed taking cruises, and driving his motorhome around the country. A memorial service will be held in Colorado Springs at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ken's name to Hospice of Yuma, www.hospiceofyuma.com. Please sign the guest book.

Published by The Gazette on Feb. 17, 2013.
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Ken was my IP in T38s at Moody in 71 and 72. He was tough but effective. I have included him in a flying sortie that occurred during my time in T38s. God bless him.

Kenneth Johnson

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July 17, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and those inspired by his enlightened "top-cover" for the wives, children, and other family members of the fallen or missing. He will always remain an inspiration to me as I try to follow my conscience as truly as he did his.

Jim Young

February 26, 2013

Joyce, we are sorry to hear about your loss. Ken was really a special guy. Daryl will miss him deeply. If there is anything you need us to do , just let us know.
Love, Daryl and Sandy Klodzinski ( Phoenix, AZ)

Daryl & Sandy Klodzinski

February 25, 2013

Joyce and family - So sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I remember fun times at family reunions in Ekalaka. You and all of the family are in my thought and prayers.

Jane Frye

February 24, 2013

Joyce and family, So sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Jane Frye

February 24, 2013

How pertinent that he made his transition on valentine's day = he was a sweetheart! Barb Hofeldt

February 24, 2013

Sincere sympathy for all of Kenny's family. We have great memories knowing him.

John, Shirley & Lorre Nickelson

February 20, 2013

I am really sorry to read about your tragic loss. At times like these, I find it comforting to turn to God for relief from my grief (John 16:22).

February 20, 2013

As we said when my parents passed, "Rather than mourn the absence of the flame, let us celebrate how brightly it burned." I hope these words bring comfort to you as they did to me. We send our prayers.

Kathy and Kent Carson

February 19, 2013

May God bless you and give you peace as you mourn the loss of a great Air Force pilot. I didn't know Ken but flew the same mission he did from Pleiku and can attest to the fact that Ken did yeoman service for his country flying the Ho Chi Minh Trail.

David MacKay

February 18, 2013

Knew Ken since 1970 at Pleiku. A great friend, fearless in war and peace. A man with a heart of gold.

Jim Roper

February 18, 2013

So sorry for your loss. we all look forward to the time when no one will say, "I am sick." Isa.33:24

February 18, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are for all the family. Kenny was a very special man. I count my blessings I had a chance to know him. I pray God will comfort all of you in this time of loss.

Sharon Hieb Baker

February 17, 2013

May it help to know that our prayers for your whole family are being sent your way to add to the many family and friends that are praying for you.

David and LaVonne Blutt

February 17, 2013

A gracious gentleman and a dedicated comrade to his fellow Vietnam pilot veterans. He was always positive. Hand Salute, Ken ... God's Speed.

Paul

February 17, 2013

We're thinking of you all and holding you in our prayers. Our love

Carl & Patti Zabrocki

February 17, 2013

Lots of memories with the Blutt family in Ekalaka while helping out at the Locker. Sending our prayers to all of Kennys family.

Sue Croy Beach

February 17, 2013

Our sincerest sympathy to all of Kenny's family!! We have very good memories of a great cousin and wonderful man!!

Betty Cline

February 17, 2013

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