Kenneth Patrick Cahill
January 29, 1955 ~ December 20, 2024
Born in:
Fort Thomas, KY
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Kenneth Patrick Cahill, 69, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024.
A native of Fort Thomas, KY, Kenneth was a son of the late Robert James and Mary Jean Brentrup Cahill. He was also preceded in death by his son, Eric James Cahill, and his brothers, Jeff Cahill and Michael Cahill.
Mr. Cahill was a lover of history and reading and collected items from around the world from his travels. He worked for National Amusements for 38 years beginning his career at a drive-in movie theatre and ending it as Director of IT. Ken also had a passion for building and while still working he and his wife designed, built and opened the Wildberry Lodge, in Leicester.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Glenda Jean Ayling Cahill; grandson, David Alexander Cahill; and sisters, Linda McQuistion (Rick), Cheryl Montag (John), and Karen Steele (Larry).
A private family memorial service will be held.
Services
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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– Alex
Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May the souls of the faithful departed
through the mercy of God rest in peace.
Amen.
You’ve been one of the very best people I’ve ever known and worked with. Your kindness and equanimity always seemed to radiate. I have indelible memories of standing out in your beautiful Leicester yard in evening light.. with you and Glenda.. just visiting and laughing.. while the dogs jump and play around us. I especially remember that combination of your laugh and your sigh that had a way of saying everything in the world is gonna be okay. Truly, the world became a little better place for having you in it. Your spirit will live on in our hearts.
He was a wonderful man
Will miss seeing him when I’m at Wildberry’s doing work for you!
May the lord watch over you durning these days. God bless
Aaron Clark
Western Carolina landscape.
I was so saddened to hear of Ken’s passing. I have very many wonderful memories we created over the years working for National Amusements. He was a great person and loved his family very much. Rest in Peace my Dear Friend.Lisa Hernon
I am so sorry to hear about Ken. I loved coming to the Wildberry each spring to do the dental clinics in Leicester. You all were so hospitable to me and so gracious with your home. You all don’t know how many lives you allowed to be touched in the Liecester community through your generosity by allowing me to stay there during the clinic weekends. May God grant you the peace that passes all understanding and the mercy you showed me and the dental ministry. Jack Floyd, North Carolina Baptists on Mission’s Dental Ministry
He is with Eric now ❤️💕