Kenneth Martin Statler, proud veteran 

Kenneth Martin Statler passed away at his home in Georgetown Monday, Aug. 28, 2023. He was born in Sedgewickville, Mo., Feb. 15, 1931, to the late Greeley and Pearl Statler. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Alice Fay Statler; his son, Keith Statler (Heather); two grandsons, Cole and Garrett Statler of Millsboro; his sister, Wanda Wilke of Jackson, Mo.; his brother, Larry Statler (Mary Ann) of Jackson; his brother, Glenn Statler of Vancouver, Wash.; and his sister-in-law, Wendy Holloway (David) of Millsboro.  

Ken was a proud U.S. military veteran who served in both the Korean and Vietnam wars.  

Ken was an avid NASCAR fan. He was also a devoted volunteer for many years in Pop Warner football and Little League, where he enjoyed watching his son play. In his later years, he took great pride in following the many sports and activities of his grandsons as well.    

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 5, at Union Cemetery in Georgetown.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Ken's memory to Georgetown Little League, Parsons Lane, Georgetown, Delaware, 19947.  

Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Services, 609 E. Market St., Georgetown.

Online condolences for the family are welcome at shortfuneralservicesandcremation.com

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