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Kenyon Eflin Obituary

Kenyon G. Eflin, 84, Aerospace Engineer

Kenyon George Eflin, 84, died after a brief illness on March 31, 2017 at Stone Oak Hospital in San Antonio, surrounded by family members.

"Ken", born January 21, 1933 in New Sharon, Iowa, grew up on farms during the depression and WWII. His fascination with aircraft mechanics led him to enlist in the Air Force. He married his high school sweetheart, and after his four-year service the family moved to Los Angeles where Ken graduated from Northrup Aeronautical Institute. His career in aerospace engineering included positions at McDonnell Aircraft and Martin Marietta/Lockheed Martin. He worked on the Mercury capsule, F4 Phantom jets, Titan, Skylab Space Laboratory, Space Shuttle, and the Mars Observer. Ken received numerous awards and citations from NASA and retired from aerospace in 1995.

He is survived by his three children: Roxanne Eflin, Jennifer Willuhn and Brian Eflin, six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, and three siblings, Beverly Strecker, Gloria Maul and James Eflin. He is preceded in death by his brother, Terry Eflin.

The memorial service is scheduled for May 20th, 10:00 a.m. at the Evergreen Funeral Chapel. Donations are suggested to www.jdrf.org to help cure Type 1 Diabetes. Memories are invited on Ken's guestbook at www.porterloring.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 7, 2017.

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Shar Petty

May 19, 2017

My favorite things about Ken were his infectious smile, quick wit, and warmth. He was a generous and entertaining man; one time I and six of my friends ran into him at Littleton's Western Welcome Week. He joined us for lunch at Jose's and picked up the tab of all of us.
I count my blessings for the many conversations and laughs we shared.
Shar Petty

Joel Willuhn

May 3, 2017

I love you Pal!!!! To infinity and beyond! You sorely missed, I'll never forget how you always called me 'Dude'

Colleen Eflin

April 7, 2017

Eflin Family: A sudden departure, takes time to set it into reality. The funeral delay will help all, to make it special. So many memories and accomplishments. I hope his story was written in full. It is a path we each must prepare to enter. May the Lord above be with you, to give comfort each day, by His promises. - Colleen & Jack Eflin, the only Eflins left in Iowa .

Michael Alvino

April 4, 2017

Sending Condolences to the Family and Friends of Kenyon Eflin; Kenyon was a caring, as well as an very intellectual man, whom I will miss having conversations with. He enjoyed sharing stories with others. I will miss that Kenyon smile and the love he had for the world, especially his family! I am the fortunate one to be able to call you my Father-in-law. He is now in a better place and looking down upon us. RIP Kenyon.

barbara nichols

April 4, 2017

Sending my love to Ken's family, may they find comfort in the days and months ahead. There are so many good memories to share. He was a great man, I loved the time we were able to spend with him in Manitou, and later in Littleton, where we spent many a snowy night sleepover when we couldn't get home to Boulder. My late hubby always enjoyed talking shop with Ken, and I always enjoyed his sense of humor. R.I.P Ken, 'til we meet again.

Brian Eflin

April 4, 2017

Dad with his only daughter in law, my wife Donna

Debra Kelly

April 4, 2017

I'm so sorry that Ken has left us. He was a very special friend and I'm really going to miss the conversation and hearing his take on this world. He had a strong love for family and friends and was a truly warm and caring individual, a good man. What a full and interesting life he had. God bless and comfort his friends and family and may they find joy and peace in the memories.

Joanne Meury-Eflin-Garrison

April 4, 2017

Sending My Love, Thoughts, Prayers and Condolences to our Children, Grand Children, and Great Grand Children, and to all of Kenyon's Family and Friends. He achieved MUCH during his remarkable lifetime. The Journey continues - R.I.P., Ken. - Joanne Meury-Eflin-Garrison.

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10:00 a.m.

Evergreen Funeral Chapel

1830 East Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO

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2102 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio, TX 78232

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